BOAT CATEGORY
Open Day Cruisers
Premium electric day cruisers perfect for coastal adventures, water sports, and unforgettable days on the water.
22
Available boats
€15k
Starting from
6.5m
Avg length
Premium quality
What is an electric day cruiser?
An electric day cruiser is an open-deck recreational boat sized for outings of a few hours to a full day, propelled by an electric drivetrain instead of an outboard or inboard combustion engine. The category covers everything from small open-bow runabouts to larger center-console designs with seating for 6 to 10 passengers. The defining trait is that the boat is built for the day, not for overnight stays: the priority is silent operation, instant torque off the dock, and a clean deck layout for swimming, dining, or watersports.
Electric day cruisers fit owners who run short, repeated trips: lake outings, coastal day-tripping, dock-to-restaurant runs, and tow-along water sports on quiet engines. Range expectations are modest, typically 20 to 40 nautical miles, but most owners charge nightly at a dock or trailer-mount and rarely deplete the battery. The total cost of ownership advantage versus a comparable outboard becomes meaningful for owners running more than 60 to 80 hours per season.
BROWSE COLLECTION
22 boats
SIDE BY SIDE
How Open Day Cruisers compare
| Boat | Price | Range | Battery | Top speed | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amber | €60k | 100 nm | 44 kWh | 30 kn | 7 |
| Flagship Discover Pontoon | US$110k | 23 nm | 84 kWh | 22 kn | 10 |
| Scout 215 XSF | US$135k | 26 nm | 84 kWh | 28 kn | 9 |
| Scout 215 Dorado | US$135k | 26 nm | 84 kWh | 28 kn | 9 |
| Amy | €60k | 100 nm | 45 kWh | 30 kn | 6 |
| Helios Omega | €68k | 54 nm | 36 kWh | 17 kn | 8 |
| Helios Sigma | €15k | – | 18 kWh | 8 kn | – |
| X Shore 1 | €148k | 50 nm | 63 kWh | 30 kn | 5 |
| Eelex 8000 | €249k | 100 nm | 126 kWh | 30 kn | 10 |
| X Shore 1 Open Performance | €100k | 50 nm | 63 kWh | 30 kn | 5 |
| EVO 7.0 Cruise | €82k | 14 nm | 27.8 kWh | 7 kn | – |
| EVO 7.0 Lounge | €75k | 14 nm | 27.8 kWh | 7 kn | – |
| S010 | – | – | 9.36 kWh | 4.3 kn | – |
| Wave e-550 | €50k | 30 nm | 28.65 kWh | 22 kn | – |
| Volt 180 | US$40k | 47 nm | 12 kWh | 5.2 kn | 10 |
| Fantail 217 | US$40k | – | 12 kWh | 5.25 kn | 10 |
| M 800 Spyder | – | – | 120 kWh | 37.8 kn | – |
| M 800 | – | – | 120 kWh | 37.8 kn | – |
| Capriole 700 | – | – | 21 kWh | 7 kn | 4 |
| Magic 640 | – | – | 84 kWh | 28.6 kn | – |
| Delta 600 | – | – | 21 kWh | 7 kn | 6 |
| Eclipse 580 | – | – | 26 kWh | 12.4 kn | – |
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Electric Day Cruiser Boats
34 boatsElectric day cruisers for leisure on the water. Comfortable, stylish, and emission-free.
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BEFORE YOU BUY
What to check before buying
Use this checklist to compare your options and ask the right questions before you commit.
- Real range at cruising speed for a full day of coastal outings
- Charging time on standard shore power between days out
- Top speed and whether it suits water sports or calm cruising
- Passenger capacity against the group sizes you actually host
- Hull and upholstery built for sun, salt, and frequent beaching
- Battery warranty and the nearest service point to your home water
QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical range of an electric day cruiser?
20 to 40 nautical miles at cruising speed (5 to 8 knots) is typical for boats in the 20 to 30 foot range. Pushing to planing speeds (15+ knots) cuts range sharply, often to under an hour at wide-open throttle. Plan around cruising speed for honest expectations.
Can I tow a wakeboarder or skier with an electric day cruiser?
Yes, with the right boat. Look for models rated above 100 kW continuous output. Towing draws roughly 3 to 5 times more power than cruising, so a 4-hour day on the water might be reduced to 60 to 90 minutes of active towing. Most owners interleave towing with cruising and swimming.
How long does it take to charge overnight?
A standard marina shore power outlet (16 amp) fully charges a typical 40 to 60 kWh day-cruiser battery in 6 to 10 hours, ready for the next morning. Fast-charge AC pedestals (32 amp+) cut that roughly in half. DC fast charging exists on a few high-end models but is rarely needed for day use.
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Buyer's guides
Electric Boat Charging Guide: Times, Costs and Connectors
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