If you enjoy paddle boarding with an inflatable board, you need to get an electric paddle board pump. Using a hand pump can really wear you out before you even get on your paddle board. An electric SUP pump will take care of all the work for you while you worry about more important things.
The 7 Best Electric Paddle Board Pumps
- BEST OVERALL & FASTEST: Outdoor Master Shark 3
- TOP PICK: NIXY Ventus
- BEST BATTERY POWERED PUMP: Outdoor Master Shark 2s
- BEST VALUE: SereneLife SLPUMP30
- MOST COMPACT PUMP: Outdoor Master Dolphin 2
- iRocker 12V Pump
- Bluefin E-Swift
Inflation times
We test how long it takes to inflate paddleboards with every pump we review. We inflate a 10’6″ all around board and a 12’6″ touring board. Below is a table of how long it took each of the pumps we tested to inflate both and 10’6″ all around board to 14psi and a 12’6″ touring board to 15 psi and 20 psi.
| Electric Pump | 10’6 x 32.5″ x 6″ All Around Board | 12’6″ x 30″ x 6″ Touring Board | 12’6″ x 30″ x 6″ Touring Board |
| 14 psi | 15 psi | 20 psi | |
| Outdoor Master Shark 3 | 4 min 56 sec | 5 min 34 sec | 7 min 24 sec |
| Outdoor Master Shark 2s | 8 min 37 sec | 9 min 47 sec | 13 min 2 sec |
| Outdoor Master Shark 2 | 8 min 40 sec | 9 min 35 sec | 13 min 1 sec |
| Outdoor Master Whale | 9 min 22 sec | 9 min 58 sec | |
| Outdoor Master Cachalot | 7 min 51 sec | 9 min 23 sec | 13 min 49 sec |
| Outdoor Master Dolphin 2 | 9 min 27 sec | 11 min 23 sec | 14 min 36 sec |
| Outdoor Master Cachalot 2 | 7 min 13 sec | 8 min 53 sec | 12 min 20 sec |
| Outdoor Master Cachalot 2S | 7 min 5 sec | 8 min 40 sec | 12 min 13 sec |
| iRocker Electric Pump | 7 min 5 sec | 8 min 32 sec | 11 min 50 sec |
| NIXY Ventus | 8 min 28 sec | 11 min 15 sec | 14 min 34 sec |
| Bluefin E-Swift | 7 min 18 sec | 9 min 6 sec | 12 min 25 sec |
| Serenelife SLPUMP50 | 7 min 37 sec | 9 min 7 sec | |
| Serenlife SLPUMP30 | 8 min 12 sec | 9 min 27 sec | 14 min 20 sec |
| Serenlife SLPUMP10 | 11 min 32 sec | 13 min 49 sec | |
| Airbank Puffer Pro | 7 min 27 sec | 9 min 8 sec | 12 min 48 sec |
| Airbank Whale Shark Pro | 7 min 49 sec | 9 min 41 sec | 13 min 13 sec |
| Valwix Electric Pump | 7 min 10 sec | 8 min 48 sec | 12 min 16 sec |
1. Overall Best and Fastest – Outdoor Master Shark 3
Specifications
- Max Pressure – 20 psi
- Inflation Speed Test – 4 min 56 sec
- Inflate Multiple Boards – Yes 2-3
- Size – 13″ x 6″ x 7″
- Weight – 6.2 lbs
- Battery – Yes
What we liked:
- Dual compressors means it can inflate boards twice as fast as most other pumps
- Internal battery has enough power to inflate at least 2 boards very fast
- 3 pre-set modes for use with different types of inflatables
What we didn’t like:
- It is on the heavy side. It weighs 6 pounds and three ounces.
- The black display is really hard to read in bright light
Bottom Line
When you want to paddle NOW! and you don’t want to wait for your board to inflate, the Shark 3 is the only choice.
The Outdoor Master Shark 3 is a beast of a pump that can inflate boards twice as fast as a normal electric pump. The Shark 3 has dual compressors powered by 2 motors that give it twice the pumping power. It has a built in battery to power these pumps. The Shark 3 was able to inflate a 10’6″ all around SUP in under 5 minutes. It can inflate large over 12 foot touring boards to 20 psi in 7.5 minutes.
The Shark 3’s dual compressor motors need a lot of juice. This is more than your cars 12 volt outlet can supply. To get the full power of the Shark 3 you need to use it’s internal battery to power the pump. It only gives you one compressor and normal speeds if you forget to recharge it and need to run it off a 12 volt outlet.
If you want fast and powerful and hate waiting for your board to inflate, the Shark 3 is a great pump.
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2. Top Pick – NIXY Ventus
Specifications
- Max Pressure – 20 PSI
- Inflation Speed Test – 8min 27sec
- Inflate Multiple Boards – Yes 3+
- Size – 10″ x 8″ x 5″
- Weight – 4 lbs
- Battery – Yes, an optional battery pack is available
What we liked:
- Nice friendly appearance that matches Nixy paddleboards
- Complete package including carry bag
- Available optional battery pack
- Reliably can pump up many boards in a row
- Easy to read display with easy to use controls
- Convenient cord 12 volt cord storage on bottom of pump
What we didn’t like:
- It is slower than the fastest pumps we have tested
- A bit more expensive than other pumps
Bottom Line
The NIXY Ventus comes with the most complete accessory set including a bag and 12 volt plug. It can robustly inflate as many boards in a row as you can find it hook it up to.
The Nixy Ventus Electric SUP Pump is another good option if you need to pump up several boards in a row. This would be our runaway favorite pump if it just inflated boards faster. The manufacturer claims it can pump up to 10 boards in a row. We have inflated over 7 in a row testing it.
It has a separate cooling fan like the OutdoorMaster Shark 2 pump to keep it from overheating. It takes several minutes longer to inflate a board than the iRocker pump.
This pump has a lot of good features besides being able to pump up several boards. It comes with a really nice carrying bag. It has a nice cord organizer built into the bottom. There is an available battery as well.
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3. Best Battery Powered Pump – Outdoor Master Shark 2s
Specifications
- Max Pressure – 20 psi
- Inflation Speed Test – 8min 37 sec
- Inflate Multiple Boards – Yes 3+
- Size – 11″ x 9″ x 5″
- Weight – 4.3 lbs
- Battery – Yes
What we liked:
- Outdoor Master Shark design and look with a built in internal battery
- Ability to inflate large paddleboards to 20 psi on battery power
- Can inflate 4 to 5 paddleboards on one charge
- Detachable 12 volt cord means less mess
What we didn’t like:
- The black background digital display is hard to read in bright sunlight
Bottom Line
A compact, reliable pump with an internal battery that can inflate 4 to 5 boards.
The Outdoor Master Shark 2s is the latest update of their popular Shark 2 design. It has a built in internal battery that allows it to inflate 4 to 5 boards in a row without plugging it into a car. It has enough cooling power to be able to inflate several boards in a row on a hot day without taking a break. If you need a pump that will let you inflate a family worth of boards, the Shark 2s is an excellent choice.
The Shark 2s can be powered off of it’s internal battery or a 12 volt outlet. It uses the 12 volt outlet or a USB-C cord for recharging. It can also be used as a power bank for recharging your phone too.
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4. Best Value – SereneLife SLPUMP30
Specifications
- Max Pressure – 20 PSI
- Inflation Speed Test – 8min 12 sec
- Inflate Multiple Boards – No
- Size – 9.8″ x 6.9″ x 6.1″
- Weight – 4.3 lbs
- Battery – No
What we liked:
- Cheap cost for a 2 stage electric air pump
- Good inflation times for regular and large boards
- Simple and easy to use controls
What we didn’t like:
- Target pressure not shown on the display while inflating
- Questionable warranty and customer service
- Cannot pump more than 1 board without cooling off
Bottom Line
A good cheap dual stage electric paddleboard pump good for inflating 1 board that is sold under a lot of names.
The Serenelife SLPUMP30 is a cheap 2 stage pump that can inflate and deflate. It is sold by Serenelife which makes one of the most popular cheap paddleboards on Amazon. It can inflate up to 20 psi with quick inflation times.
It is only designed to inflate one board at a time. It inflates 1 board well. If you need to inflate 2, 3, or more boards look at one of the other options.
Serenelife customer service and warranty do not have a great reputation if the pump stops working. This pump is sold by many sellers including SeaMax. Shop around for the best price.
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5. Most Compact Pump – Outdoor Master Dolphin 2
Specifications
- Max Pressure – 20 PSI
- Inflation Speed Test – 9min 57sec
- Inflate Multiple Boards – No
- Size – 10.25″ X 6.25″ X 5″
- Weight – 2 lbs
- Battery – No
What we liked:
- Very low cost
- Can inflate boards up to 20 psi
- Can inflate more than 1 board in a row
- Reliable and strong pump
- Compact and easy to fit inside a SUP carrying bag
- Not as loud as other pumps in high pressure mode with a more tolerable lower pitched sound
What we didn’t like:
- Can’t be used to deflate boards
- Takes a few minutes longer than bigger 2 stage pumps
Bottom Line
A very small and compact paddleboard pump that can still inflate up to 20 psi.
The Outdoor Master Dolphin 2 electric paddleboard pump is one of the most innovative and well-designed pumps on the market. This pump is designed to be small and compact, making it easy to store and transport. It also features a powerful motor that can inflate your paddleboard to 20 psi. It can inflate several boards in a row now without fear of damaging the pump.
As a single stage pump, this isn’t one of the fastest pumps out there but it gets the job done. It can’t deflate boards either. It will fit in almost any paddleboard carry bag out there and doesn’t weigh much either.
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6. iROCKER 12V ELECTRIC PUMP
Specifications
- Max Pressure – 20 PSI
- Inflation Speed Test – 7min 27 sec
- Inflate Multiple Boards – No
- Size – 7″ x 8.5″ x 4″
- Weight – 4.2 lbs
- Battery – Yes, an optional battery pack is available
What we liked:
- The fastest electric sup pump we have tried
- Compact size with built in cord storage
- Easy to use and reliable
- Inflates boards up to 20 psi
What we didn’t like:
- Can only inflate 1-2 boards at a time before needing to cool down
- No feet on the side opposite handle to keep you from scuffing it up when you set it down
- Only comes with an H3 (Halkey Roberts) valve
Bottom Line
The best electric SUP pump if you want to inflate 1 to 2 paddleboards as fast as possible
The iRocker 12 Volt Electric Pump is the kind of product you have come to expect from iRocker. It is well made and reliable with a bit of innovation to go with it. It is one of the fastest electric pumps available.It was the fastest pump we had until the Outdoor Master Shark 3 came out. It can inflate 1 to 2 boards up to 20 PSI and can deflate as well.
It has 3 inflation modes that make it good for inflating both SUP boards and other inflatables. It has built in cord storage so you don’t have to deal with a mess of cords. It also has an available battery for use away from a car or other 12 volt source.
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7. Bluefin E-Swift
Specifications
- Max Pressure – 20 psi
- Inflation Speed Test – 7 min 18 sec
- Inflate Multiple Boards – 1 to 2
- Size – 10″ x 8″ x 4″
- Weight – 4.8 lbs
- Battery – No
What we liked:
- Fast inflation times. The 3rd fastest pump we have tested
- Easy to read display with big, easy to read buttons
- It comes with cords for use with a 12 volt outlet or alligator clips for connecting directly to a battery
What we didn’t like:
- The display is hard to read in bright sunlight
- Large size and weight for a pump not designed for multiple boards or battery powered
- No built in cord storage
Bottom Line
This pump is big and gets the job done quick. It’s one of the faster pumps out there.
The Bluefin E-Swift electric pump is fast and reliable. It is one of the biggest and heaviest electric pumps we have tried. It has very fast inflation times coming in at just a little over 7 minutes in our test.
It has a large heavy duty feeling plastic case with very large buttons. The black screen displays large numbers. The downside to every pump we have ever tested with a black display is that they are hard to read in sunlight. The E-Swift is no exception. The numbers are big but so faint they are almost unreadable in bright light.
According to the manual this pump can only pump 1 to 2 boards in a row. We pumped 4 boards up with it on a 90F sunny day without any overheating problems. The benefit of the large case is that it should cool easier even without a separate cooling fan.
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Ryan Craig
Chief Editor
I am a total gear nerd and love learning how things work and thinking about how they could be improved. Nothing excites me more than trying out new gear. I’d rather spend 3 hours taking my bike apart and learning how to change something than go to a bike shop. These days, I reside in Michigan by the Great Lakes and go skiing, biking, and boating as much as possible. Visit our About Us page and learn more.
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