Newport NV-Series 86 lb
#4 in Transom mountFull review
The most powerful NV, for larger boats whose owners are happy to run a 24 V battery bank. It is a lot of thrust for the money.
Amazon $359.99$359.99
The Newport NV-Series 86 lb is the better trolling motor overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The Newport NV-Series 86 lb leads on thrust. The VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor wins on value. The VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor costs $189.09 less ($170.90 vs $359.99).
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
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 Newport NV-Series 86 lb for thrust (86 lb of thrust vs 55 lb of thrust).
- Choose the VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor for value ($3.11 per lb of thrust ($170.90, 55 lb) vs $4.19 per lb of thrust ($359.99, 86 lb)).
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 | Newport NV-Series 86 lb | VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 35% | 56 $4.19 per lb of thrust ($359.99, 86 lb) | 81 $3.11 per lb of thrust ($170.90, 55 lb) |
| Thrust 25% | 100 86 lb of thrust | 50 55 lb of thrust |
| Features 25% | 0 none of the four | 0 none of the four |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Newport NV-Series 86 lb | VEVOR 55 lb Trolling Motor | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | ||
| Thrust | 86 lb | 55 lb |
| Voltage | 24 V | 12 V |
| Speed control | 5/3 forward/reverse | 5/3 forward/reverse |
| Brushless | No | - |
| Battery meter | Yes | Yes |
| Saltwater rated | Yes | Yes |
| Mount and control | ||
| Mount | Transom | Transom |
| Shaft length | 36 in | 30 in |
| Steering | Hand | Hand |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| GPS anchor | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 25 lb | 20.3 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | - |