Newport NT300
#1 in Up to 1.5 kWFull review
For budget-minded jon boat and inflatable owners who already have or will buy a 36 V lithium battery.
Amazon $1,299.99$1,299.99
The Newport NT300 is the better electric outboard motor overall, rated 3.8 to 3.3. The Newport NT300 leads on value and weight. The TEMO 1000 wins on battery and warranty. The Newport NT300 costs $2,199.01 less ($1,299.99 vs $3,499).
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
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 Newport NT300 for value ($1,000 per kW ($1,299.99, 1.3 kW) vs $3,181 per kW ($3,499, 1.1 kW)) and weight (23.8 lb, 18.3 lb per kW vs 35 lb, 31.8 lb per kW).
- Choose the TEMO 1000 for battery (0.9 kWh battery included vs battery sold separately) and warranty (3-year warranty on the motor vs 2-year warranty on the motor).
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 | Newport NT300 | TEMO 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $1,000 per kW ($1,299.99, 1.3 kW) | 28 $3,181 per kW ($3,499, 1.1 kW) |
| Battery 15% | 0 battery sold separately | 86 0.9 kWh battery included |
| Weight 20% | 89 23.8 lb, 18.3 lb per kW | 44 35 lb, 31.8 lb per kW |
| Saltwater 10% | 100 rated for saltwater | 50 saltwater rating not stated (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 33 2-year warranty on the motor | 67 3-year warranty on the motor |
Specifications
| Newport NT300 | TEMO 1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Input power | 1.3 kW | 1.1 kW |
| Gas outboard equal | 3 hp | 3 hp |
| Thrust | 110 lb | 60 lb |
| Voltage | 36 V | 48 V |
| Battery | Sold separately | 0.9 kWh included |
| Battery on the motor | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Shaft | 24.6 in | - |
| Weight | 23.8 lb | 35 lb |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | - |
| Steering | Tiller | Tiller |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |