VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor
#6 in Transom mountFull review
A low cost 55 lb tiller motor for occasional use on small boats. Name brand motors cost more but publish a warranty.
Amazon $170.90$170.90
The VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor is the better trolling motor overall, rated 3.2 to 2.4. The VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor leads on value. The Minn Kota Riptide Transom 55 wins on features. The VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor costs $419.09 less ($170.90 vs $589.99).
Minn Kota Riptide Transom 55
#15 in Transom mountFull review
For saltwater skiffs and inshore boats that need a simple tiller motor that will not corrode.
Amazon $589.99$589.99
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 55 lb Trolling Motor for value ($3.11 per lb of thrust ($170.90, 55 lb) vs $10.73 per lb of thrust ($589.99, 55 lb)).
- Choose the Minn Kota Riptide Transom 55 for features (variable speed 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 55 lb Trolling Motor | Minn Kota Riptide Transom 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 35% | 81 $3.11 per lb of thrust ($170.90, 55 lb) | 0 $10.73 per lb of thrust ($589.99, 55 lb) |
| Thrust 25% | 50 55 lb of thrust | 50 55 lb of thrust |
| Features 25% | 0 none of the four | 25 variable speed |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor | Minn Kota Riptide Transom 55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | ||
| Thrust | 55 lb | 55 lb |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Speed control | 5/3 forward/reverse | Variable |
| Battery meter | Yes | Yes |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Mount and control | ||
| Mount | Transom | Transom |
| Shaft length | 30 in | 42 in |
| Steering | Hand | Hand |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| GPS anchor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 20.3 lb | 20 lb |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |