TEMO 1000
#2 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For sailboat and tender owners who want a light all-in-one 3 hp-class motor and value a three-year warranty over price.
TEMO $3,499 Blue Marine $3,499$3,499
The TEMO 1000 is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The TEMO 1000 leads on weight and value. The Mercury Avator 7.5e wins on battery. The TEMO 1000 costs $11 less ($3,499 vs $3,510).
Mercury Avator 7.5e
#5 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For anglers and tender owners who want a complete electric kit with a big-brand dealer network and the longest warranty.
Wholesale Marine $3,510$3,510
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the TEMO 1000 for weight (35 lb, 31.8 lb per kW vs 60 lb, 67.4 lb per kW) and value ($3,181 per kW ($3,499, 1.1 kW) vs $3,944 per kW ($3,510, 0.9 kW)).
- Choose the Mercury Avator 7.5e for battery (1 kWh battery included vs 0.9 kWh battery included).
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 | TEMO 1000 | Mercury Avator 7.5e |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 28 $3,181 per kW ($3,499, 1.1 kW) | 15 $3,944 per kW ($3,510, 0.9 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 86 0.9 kWh battery included | 100 1 kWh battery included |
| Weight 20% | 44 35 lb, 31.8 lb per kW | 0 60 lb, 67.4 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) | 100 rated for saltwater |
| Warranty 25% | 67 3-year warranty on the motor | 67 3-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| TEMO 1000 | Mercury Avator 7.5e | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 1.1 kW | 0.9 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3 hp | 3.5 hp |
| Thrust | 60 lb | - |
| Voltage | 48 V | 48 V |
| Battery | 0.9 kWh included | 1 kWh included |
| Battery on the motor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | - | 15 in |
| Weight | 35 lb | 60 lb |
| Saltwater rated | - | Yes |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| App | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |