10 Best Electric Surfboards In 2023

Guide to Electric Surfboards

More and more motorized surfboards are entering the market as batteries become more compact and technologies adapt to demand. There are generally two types of jet boards, an electric surfboard that works like a jet ski, with motors built into the board that push jets of water out the back; and hydrofoil- or eFoil boards with a propeller mounted on a blade that has wings for creating lift.

In the debate of hydrofoil vs electric surfboard, any decision might be predicated on whether or not you want a motorized board that also can be used as a body board. Hydrofoil boards don’t necessarily function so well in this capacity.

On the other hand, electric hydrofoil boards like the Lift eFoil provide a smooth ride, flying over the choppy water.

Both types of jet boards can also be used–with varying degrees of performance–to surf like traditional surf boards. Hydrofoil surfing is becoming more popular as videos demonstrating how smooth and chill a session can be–even on waves that don’t curl.

An additional board option, one that’s not as fast or flashy, is an electric SUP board. Motorized paddle boards can help weaker paddlers or provide a leisure experience. But there’s not much surfing involved.

Battery and Charging

Depending on whether or not your electric surfboard will be used from your boat or from the beach, keep in mind charging time and battery time. Otherwise, any jet board you get a chance to try will be a blast.

Last but not least, remember to rinse off your board of any sand and salt from the ocean. This will definitely help extend the life of this really pricey piece of kit.

Surfing Equipment

Depending on where you are surfing, the temperature and terrain can vary quite a bit. You might want to check out surfing equipment like wetsuits and water shoes.