Torqeedo Travel
#7 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For dinghy and daysailer owners replacing a 2 to 3 hp gas outboard who want the most refined small electric. Pair it with the battery package.
Torqeedo $1,799 Blue Marine $1,799$1,799
The Torqeedo Travel and the ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus are evenly matched, rated 3.0 and 2.9. The ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus costs $149 less ($1,650 vs $1,799).
ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus
#8 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For dinghy owners who want a 3 hp-class electric at the lowest complete price, buy it with the battery.
Blue Marine $1,650 TB Nation $1,650$1,650
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 1.5 kw electric outboard motor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Torqeedo Travel | ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 69 $1,635 per kW ($1,799, 1.1 kW) | 69 $1,650 per kW ($1,650, 1 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 0 battery sold separately |
| Weight 20% | 15 44.5 lb, 40.5 lb per kW | 8 42.6 lb, 42.6 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 100 rated for saltwater | 100 rated for saltwater |
| Warranty 25% | 33 2-year warranty on the motor | 33 2-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| Torqeedo Travel | ePropulsion Spirit 1.0 Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 1.1 kW | 1 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3 hp | 3 hp |
| Voltage | 44 V | - |
| Battery | Sold separately | Sold separately |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 15 in | - |
| Weight | 44.5 lb | 42.6 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| GPS speed and range | Yes | - |
| App | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |