Most eFoils cruise comfortably at 20 to 30 km/h, and top speeds for current models sit between roughly 35 and 55 km/h depending on the board, wing and rider. In the Waydoo range, the Flyer EVO Lite reaches around 35 km/h, the Max Plus 45 km/h, and the Pro Plus and Master up to 52 km/h. Here is what those numbers mean in practice, and what actually decides how fast you go on the day.
Cruising speed vs top speed
The headline number on a spec sheet is a maximum, recorded in flat water with an experienced rider and a speed-oriented setup. Day to day, almost nobody rides there. Independent eFoil publications put relaxed cruising at around 20 to 30 km/h, and Fliteboard's own guide states that most eFoils reach 32 to 48 km/h flat out, with its founder quoting up to 50 km/h for their fastest setups under controlled conditions. Above the mid-40s, wind chop, wing choice and nerve become the limiting factors well before the motor does.
That is worth knowing as a buyer: an eFoil that tops out at 45 km/h and one that tops out at 52 km/h feel identical at a 25 km/h cruise. You are choosing headroom, not everyday speed.
Waydoo top speed by model
Verified figures for the models sold on the Waydoo Europe store, prices including VAT:
| Model | Top speed | Motor | Board | Price incl. VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flyer EVO Lite | 35 km/h (22 mph) | 4000W | 90L | 5,807 euro |
| Flyer EVO Max Plus | 45 km/h (28 mph) | 6000W | 130L | 6,999 euro |
| Flyer EVO Pro Plus | 52 km/h (32 mph) | 6000W | 90L | 7,033 euro |
| Flyer EVO Master | 52 km/h (32 mph) | 6000W | 75L carbon | 9,546 euro |
| Epix E-Foil Set | 36 km/h | EVO-compatible | 115L and 80L inflatable | 9,189 euro |
The pattern is simple: the 6000W motor sets the ceiling, and board volume decides how much of that ceiling you can comfortably use. The Pro Plus and Master share the same 52 km/h figure, but the Master's 75L carbon build is aimed at riders who want that speed with maximum response. The full trade-offs between the four models are in our Flyer EVO comparison guide.
What actually limits your speed
Wing size. The front wing is the biggest single factor. A large wing lifts early and rides calmly but tops out sooner; a smaller wing needs more speed to fly and keeps accelerating past the big wing's limit. Same board, different wing, very different top end.
Rider weight. A heavier rider needs more lift and more power at every stage, which trims the top end and shortens the session. Board choice matters more than motor here, as our weight limit guide explains.
Water and wind. Spec-sheet speeds come from flat water. Chop forces earlier touchdowns and makes high speed genuinely hard work.
Throttle and battery mode. The remote is a progressive throttle with gear settings, so you choose your ceiling ride by ride. Sustained full throttle also drains the battery fastest, which is covered in our guide to eFoil battery life and range.
How fast will you actually ride as a beginner?
Well below any of these numbers, and that is the good news. Learning happens at low speed: enough pace for the wing to lift, no more. The Flight Assist system on the Max Plus, Pro Plus and Master steadies the board through exactly that phase. Speed comes later, one comfortable step at a time, and the progressive throttle means the board never goes faster than you ask it to.
One practical note for European riders: local rules on speed and where powered craft may ride vary by country and even by beach. Check our overview of eFoil laws in Europe before chasing a personal best.
If speed is what you are buying
Riders who want the highest ceiling in the Waydoo range should look at the Pro Plus, which pairs 52 km/h with a board most intermediates can handle, or the Master for the same speed with a carbon build tuned for experienced riders. Both can be ridden before buying through the European dealer network.
Related reading: our Flyer EVO model comparison, eFoil battery life and range, and is eFoiling hard to learn.
