VEVOR 86 lb 24V Trolling Motor
#1 in Transom mountFull review
The cheapest way to a lot of thrust for a jon boat or skiff with a 24 V battery bank. Expect less support than from a name brand.
Amazon $189.93$189.93
The VEVOR 86 lb 24V Trolling Motor is the better trolling motor overall, rated 3.9 to 3.6. The VEVOR 86 lb 24V Trolling Motor leads on value. The Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb wins on features. The VEVOR 86 lb 24V Trolling Motor costs $580.06 less ($189.93 vs $769.99).
Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb
#2 in Transom mountFull review
For larger boats that need near outboard levels of push from a 24 V tiller motor. Budget for a big battery bank.
Haswing Outdoor $769.99$769.99
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 86 lb 24V Trolling Motor for value ($2.21 per lb of thrust ($189.93, 86 lb) vs $4.81 per lb of thrust ($769.99, 160 lb)).
- Choose the Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb for features (variable speed, brushless motor vs none of the four).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every transom mount trolling motor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VEVOR 86 lb 24V Trolling Motor | Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 35% | 100 $2.21 per lb of thrust ($189.93, 86 lb) | 44 $4.81 per lb of thrust ($769.99, 160 lb) |
| Thrust 25% | 100 86 lb of thrust | 100 160 lb of thrust |
| Features 25% | 0 none of the four | 50 variable speed, brushless motor |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| VEVOR 86 lb 24V Trolling Motor | Haswing Protruar 5.0 160 lb | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | ||
| Thrust | 86 lb | 160 lb |
| Voltage | 24 V | 24 V |
| Speed control | 5/3 forward/reverse | Variable |
| Brushless | - | Yes |
| Battery meter | Yes | Yes |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Mount and control | ||
| Mount | Transom | Transom |
| Shaft length | 36 in | 39.4 in |
| Steering | Hand | Hand |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| GPS anchor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 21.6 lb | 30.9 lb |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |