A clear eFoil comparison for serious buyers
If you’re reading this, you’re probably already committed to the idea of eFoiling. The real question now isn’t “should I?” — it’s “which brand actually makes sense for me?”
At the premium end of the market, four names come up again and again:
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Waydoo
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Lift Foils
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Fliteboard
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SiFly
All four will get you flying. Where they differ is how, for how long, at what cost, and how future-proof your investment really is.
This guide is written from the perspective of a retailer that sells, demos, services and supports eFoils — not a brand marketing department.
The big picture first (quick takeaway)
If you want this short and honest:
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Waydoo = best value, modular, upgradeable, brilliant for most riders
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Lift = premium feel, surf heritage, expensive but refined
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Flite = tech-forward, polished ecosystem, highest price point
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SiFly = simple, family-friendly, less performance-focused
Now let’s break that down properly.
1. Waydoo — modular, race-proven, and the strongest value proposition
Waydoo approach eFoiling differently to almost everyone else.
Instead of selling closed, fixed systems, Waydoo build modular platforms:
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interchangeable batteries
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interchangeable masts
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interchangeable motors
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interchangeable wings
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interchangeable boards
What this means in real terms
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You can upgrade without replacing everything
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One system can evolve as your skills improve
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Long-term ownership costs are dramatically lower
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Families and clubs can share components
Waydoo are also active at the sharp end of the sport, including involvement with the World E-Foil Racing League, which feeds real-world performance data back into consumer products.
Who Waydoo suits best
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first-time eFoilers who want a proper system, not a toy
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progressing riders who don’t want to rebuy an entire setup
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families or shared ownership
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value-driven buyers who still care about performance
The elephant in the room: price
Waydoo’s pricing (often thousands less than Lift or Flite) leads people to assume compromises. In practice, the difference comes from:
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scale of manufacturing
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modular design philosophy
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fewer boutique margins
Not cheaper engineering — smarter system design.
👉 View Waydoo eFoils at The SUP Company:
https://www.thesupco.com/collections/waydoo
2. Lift Foils — premium feel and surf-first DNA
Lift were one of the earliest premium eFoil brands and still carry strong credibility, especially among surf-oriented riders.
Their boards tend to feel:
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refined
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smooth
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surf-influenced
Lift systems are beautifully finished and ride very well, but they are also:
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expensive
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less modular
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more closed as an ecosystem
Upgrading or changing direction often means replacing large parts of the system, not just components.
Who Lift suits best
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riders coming from foiling or surfing backgrounds
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buyers who value brand heritage and finish
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those comfortable with a higher total cost of ownership
Lift build excellent eFoils — just be aware you’re buying into a premium, closed ecosystem.
3. Fliteboard — the most polished tech ecosystem
Fliteboard arguably lead the market in:
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software integration
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user interface
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overall “Apple-like” experience
Everything feels slick, refined and intentional. Their app, accessories and ecosystem are class-leading.
That polish comes at a cost:
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Fliteboard is usually the most expensive option
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upgrades are premium-priced
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the ecosystem is tightly controlled
Who Flite suits best
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buyers who want the most polished ownership experience
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tech-first users who value app integration
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riders less concerned about cost
Fliteboard make exceptional products — but you pay for the refinement.
4. SiFly — accessible, simple, and family-friendly
SiFly sit at the more approachable end of the market.
Their strengths are:
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simple operation
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stable boards
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family-friendly designs
They’re not chasing outright performance or modularity. Instead, they focus on:
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ease of use
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minimal setup
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shared recreational riding
Who SiFly suits best
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casual riders
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families wanting simplicity
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centres and shared-use environments
For progression-focused riders, SiFly can feel limiting over time.
Side-by-side comparison (real-world view)
| Brand | Strength | Trade-off |
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| Waydoo | Best value, modular, future-proof | Less boutique branding |
| Lift | Surf feel, premium finish | High cost, closed ecosystem |
| Flite | Tech polish, refinement | Highest price |
| SiFly | Simple, stable, family-friendly | Limited performance ceiling |
So… which one should you buy?
Choose Waydoo if:
You want the best performance per pound, the ability to upgrade over time, and a system that grows with you rather than boxing you in.
👉 This is why Waydoo make up the core of our eFoil offering at The SUP Company.
Choose Lift if:
You value surf heritage, feel and finish above all else and are happy with premium pricing.
Choose Flite if:
You want the most polished, tech-led experience and price genuinely isn’t a concern.
Choose SiFly if:
Your priority is simplicity, stability and shared family use rather than progression.
Our honest retailer view
At The SUP Company, we see what happens after the sale:
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who upgrades
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who outgrows their setup
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who ends up spending twice
That’s why Waydoo resonate so strongly with real customers. They’re not perfect, but they are thoughtfully engineered, upgradeable, race-tested, and genuinely good value.
If you’re unsure, the best advice is simple:
👉 try one.
We offer demos and honest setup advice so you can feel the differences for yourself — not just read spec sheets.
Explore Waydoo eFoils
https://www.thesupco.com/collections/waydoo