The Jobe SUP Pump 12V pumps up to 20 PSI, so know it’s powerful enough to inflate most boards on the market. With a fast two-stage low-to-high pressure inflation, this pump has a similar output to the Outdoor Master and HIKS, but that’s where the similarities end. Finally, because it draws up to 20 Amps, you can’t connect it to your car’s 12 V outlet. You have to connect it directly to a battery via the included alligator clips. Similar to the Decathlon, the pump can only run for a maximum of 20 minutes before it starts to overheat. With the amount of time it takes to inflate a board, you’ll only be able to get one board done using this pump. You’ve probably heard of Decathlon, the huge French sports retailer. Generally, Decathlon manufactures very good products at budget prices. From paddle boarding to kayaking and surfing, their range of watersports equipment is presented as the sub-brand called ITiwit. Along with a good quality product, the advantage of buying from a company like Decathlon is the super customer service and the ability to go into a store if you have any problems or questions. We’ve had a local paddleboard group shut down recently because residents complained about the noise whilst inflating the boards.

In this article, I’ll share with you the best electric pumps for inflatable kayaks and SUPs that I’ve put to the test and found to be high quality, reliable, and savvy investments for any water sports enthusiast like me.

Electric Pump Operation

The Shark II performed great for our test, but it’s important to remember this was a one-off test. As with most electronics, it’ll be interesting to see how it performs over a long period of time. But with a 2-year warranty as standard, it seems Outdoor Master is confident in their product, which is great to see.

The worst part of owning an inflatable stand up paddleboard is pumping it up by hand. It takes so much energy and effort that you are exhausted before you even start paddling. Electric pumps are the answer to making inflatable SUPs much more enjoyable to use.I’ve had electric pumps that lasted me for 2+ years of regular use, as well as pumps that burned out within 2-3 months. This pump easily pumps up several boards on a charge and in a row without overheating. Deflating paddleboards

The more adaptors or nozzles a kayak pump has, the more likely it is that it will fit your kayak. But this is not guaranteed. The OutdoorMaster Whale Rechargeable SUP Pump is great for battery powered pump. We have 2 of these and use them more than all our other pumps combined. We inflate 4-6 SUP’s and Kayaks every trip to the lake. The ability to inflate and deflate boards away from your car with an electric pump is a game changer for convenience. I have had a Whale for a few months now and it is my most used pump. It’s pricey but the built in battery makes it worth the added cost. This will vary depending on your specific kayak and could be anywhere from 1.5 PSI to 12 PSI. It’s important to know the recommended PSI for your particular boat. You may also find that the sides of the kayak need to be a different pressure from the floor. Different inflatable kayaks require different levels of PSI, so make sure the pump you choose can reach the recommended air pressure for your specific kayak. Pump Construction

WARRANTY

Price is always a factor to consider when buying SUP accessories. You want to spend enough to get good-quality products without breaking the bank. We’ve taken a look at some of the top pumps available for inflatable kayaks, and we hope you’ve found the information helpful in making your decision. Remember, it’s essential to select a pump that meets your needs for speed, efficiency, and compatibility with your specific inflatable kayak. In addition to the safety feature that is the auto shut-off, most electric pumps will have “cooling requirements”. This refers to the amount of time needed to cool off before you can operate the pump again.

It is highly versatile thanks to its various nozzle adapters, and its built-in battery makes it super portable as well. In the box, you’ll get 4 different valve attachments, depending on what you want to inflate. This means the pump can be used for different types of inflatables you might take to the beach. These different valves are very each to change and just screw into the end of the hose. They are all attached together too so no worries about losing them. This will ensure you get 500+ charge cycles out of the battery, which equals many years of worry-free SUPing! USB connectorsThis pump is noisy like every other electric paddleboard pump. It has a similar noise level to the Shark 2 pump when it goes into it’s second high pressure stage.