The Torqeedo Travel XS is the smallest motor in the current Travel family.
It produces 700 W of input power with performance comparable to a 2 HP combustion outboard and is designed for small to medium boats where portability and efficient electric propulsion are priorities.
The motor weighs approximately 11.6 kg (25.6 lb) without its battery, while the recommended 648 Wh Travel Battery XS weighs approximately 6.8 kg (15 lb).
That makes the XS particularly attractive when you're regularly removing your outboard from the boat.
For a small tender making short trips between the dock, anchorage, and shore, you may simply not need the additional power of the larger Travel models.
Consider the Travel XS if:
- Your boat is small and relatively lightweight
- Most trips are short
- You primarily operate in protected water
- Keeping the motor easy to carry is important
- You don't need the additional thrust of a 3 or 5 HP-equivalent motor
Torqeedo Travel: The All-Around Choice
The standard Torqeedo Travel increases output to 1,100 W with performance comparable to a 3 HP combustion outboard.
Torqeedo recommends the Travel for tenders, dinghies, and daysailers weighing up to approximately 1.5 tonnes.
For many recreational boaters, this is the middle ground of the lineup.
You get considerably more power than the Travel XS while retaining a portable design. The motor itself weighs approximately 11.6 kg (25.5 lb) without the battery.
The additional output can be valuable when you're carrying passengers and gear or using a larger tender where 700 W may not provide the performance you want.
Consider the Travel if:
- You have a typical recreational tender or dinghy
- You regularly carry passengers or gear
- You want more power than the XS without stepping up to the XP
- You use your boat in harbours, lakes, or relatively protected coastal waters
- You want a versatile electric outboard for different types of trips
Torqeedo Travel XP: More Power for Bigger Jobs
At the top of the Travel lineup is the Torqeedo Travel XP.
The XP produces 1,600 W with performance comparable to a 5 HP combustion outboard and is recommended for tenders, dinghies, and daysailers weighing up to approximately 2 tonnes.
The additional output becomes particularly useful when you're moving a heavier boat, carrying more passengers and equipment, or dealing with more demanding conditions.
That's an important consideration for coastal boaters.
A motor that performs well on a lightly loaded tender in a protected marina may have a much harder job when that same boat is loaded with passengers and equipment and pushing into wind or current.
The XP gives you additional power for those situations.
Consider the Travel XP if:
- Your boat is larger or heavier
- You regularly carry heavier loads
- You operate in coastal waters
- Wind, current, or chop are regular considerations
- You want additional power available when conditions change
Travel XS vs Travel: Which Should You Choose?
For a small, lightly loaded boat used primarily for short trips in protected water, the Travel XS may provide everything you need while keeping the system highly portable.
If you regularly carry passengers and equipment or simply have a larger tender, the 1,100 W Travel provides significantly more output and greater versatility.
Travel vs Travel XP: Is the Extra Power Worth It?
This decision should be based less on top speed and more on the work you're asking the motor to do.
For moderate loads and relatively protected conditions, the 1,100 W Travel may be an excellent fit.
For heavier boats, heavier loads, or regular coastal operation, the 1,600 W Travel XP provides considerably more power in reserve.
For Vancouver Island boaters in particular, consider more than your boat's empty weight. Think about the passengers and equipment you normally carry and the wind, current, and chop you may encounter.
Which Torqeedo Travel Is Right for Your Boat?
Choose the Travel XS when portability and efficient propulsion for a smaller boat are your priorities.
Choose the Travel when you want an all-around electric outboard with a balance of power, portability, and versatility.
Choose the Travel XP when your boat, load, or operating conditions call for additional power.
The best electric outboard isn't necessarily the biggest one. It's the motor appropriately matched to your boat and how you actually use it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Torqeedo Travel XS, Travel, and Travel XP?
The primary difference is power. Travel XS produces 700 W, Travel produces 1,100 W, and Travel XP produces 1,600 W. Their approximate combustion-outboard performance classes are 2 HP, 3 HP, and 5 HP respectively.
Is Torqeedo Travel powerful enough for a dinghy?
Yes. The Travel family is designed for applications including tenders and dinghies. The appropriate model depends on the boat's size, weight, load, and operating conditions.
Is Travel XP better for coastal boating?
The Travel XP's additional output can be valuable for heavier boats and more demanding conditions, including wind and current. That doesn't mean every coastal tender needs an XP; boat size and actual use should determine the appropriate motor.
