Best Transom Mount Trolling Motors Ranked

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.

For larger boats that need near outboard levels of push from a 24 V tiller motor. Budget for a big battery bank.

A light brushless 12 V motor for jon boats, inflatables and canoes that want strong thrust at a fair price.

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.

The pick for a small sailboat or heavy pontoon that needs both reach and thrust. Plan for a 24 V battery setup.

A low cost 55 lb tiller motor for occasional use on small boats. Name brand motors cost more but publish a warranty.

For bigger jon boats and skiffs that need extra push but run on one 12 V battery. Budget for a large battery to make use of it.

The all round pick of the NV line for small fishing boats on a 12 V battery. It gives near the thrust of pricier motors for much less money.

A long shaft motor for sailboats, pontoons and other boats with a high transom. On a low transom the NV 62 does the same job for less.

A very light brushless motor for kayaks and canoes where weight and runtime matter more than price.

A middle size Newport for small boats and inflatables where 36 lb is too little. The 55 lb model costs only a little more for noticeably more push.

For anglers who want the NV 55 motor with a handle that tilts up to where they sit. If the stock handle reaches you, the NV 55 is better value.

The pick of the Endura line for heavier freshwater boats that want the most push from one 12 V battery.

A light, inexpensive saltwater rated motor for kayaks, canoes and small inflatables. Pick a bigger NV if you fish in wind or current.

For saltwater skiffs and inshore boats that need a simple tiller motor that will not corrode.

The middle Endura for 12 to 14 ft freshwater boats: name brand build and a lifetime shaft at a low price.

For canoes, kayaks and small jon boats that need a cheap, reliable backup or main motor on a 12 V battery.