The team at Underwater Australasia has been selling and servicing underwater scooters for almost 20 years. During that time scooter models have come and gone. At the moment we sell 20 different seascooters from 6 different brands.
So, how do you choose which water scooter to get? You can always give the team at Underwater Australasia a call, but have a read of this overview and inspect the table at the end of the article to make things easier.
First off, it is important to keep in mind who will actually be using it.
We would start off by looking at the size and weight of the scooter. This is quite important and depends on who will be using it most. Young children or adults? Do we need to take into consideration the mobility and agility of the user? Do you qualify for NDIS? Will you be wanting to toss it into a bag, jump on your bike and head to the lagoon or will it be living on the back of your boat, near the pool and will not have far to go?
Of course, budget is important too. Fortunately, the range at Underwater Australasia has something for everyone.
Another consideration might be the colour or the looks of the underwater scooter. So, have a read and then use the links to have a look at the seascooters on our site. Of course, you can always call or e-mail!
In 2023 the Yamaha Seascooters are still in stock, but we are transitioning to the Nautica brand. These are exactly the same units, same quality and robustness, same customer service. The only difference is the colours.
For safety reasons, it is important to know that although many scooters are slightly positively buoyant, they cannot be used as a life saving device. Proper supervision an even life vests or inflatable sleeves are important when it comes to safety, especially for when children are using the scooters.
All water scooters come with everything you need in the box. It is recommended the unit is charged before its very first use to make sure the battery is full. When giving the scooters as a present - lucky person!- the battery should be charged and O-rings inspected/put into place so the unit can be used straightaway.
I know, I know, I know who likes reading manuals? But seriously: just do it! It does not take long and it will improve the longevity and enjoyment you get out of these scooters. Rinsing your scooter properly after each use and charging the batteries are important when looking after these toys. Of course, the Underwater Australasia team is always happy to take you through it as well and we are only a phone call or e-mail away.
Shipping is FREE for all scooters when shipped anywhere in Australia and all scooters come with an action camera mount.
Let’s have a look at the different models!
Scooters for young children
There is definitely more fun to be had in the water when adding a seascooter.
The Nautica WaveMaker - inflatable fun for the young ones
We probably should start off with the WaveMaker. This is technically speaking not a scooter as it has a large inflatable seat with a small engine underneath and is more a ride-on. However, this one is super fun for the littlies and it is easy to supervise your kids as they zoom around in the pool and shallow waters.
When the children are young, size does matter and we would recommend the Yamaha Seal or Explorer. The Nautica models are called the Skipper and the Navigator respectively. Same scooters, just different colours.
These scooters are not only easy enough to carry to the water they can also be handled well when moving through the water due to their smaller size and weight.
The Yamaha Seal (red/white) and the Explorer (white/blue) together with the Nautica Skipper and Navigator - excellent entry level scooters. Adult supervision a must!
The main difference between those two scooter is that the Yamaha Explorer/Nautica Navigator runs at 4 km/h and has a depth rating of 10 meters. The Yamaha Seal/Nautica Skipper is a tad slower at 3.2 km/h and has a depth rating of 4.5 meters. Both use the same lead-acid battery. Since the batteries are reasonably priced, many of our customers buy a spare one for more time in the water.
Although it is important to teach children to look after their belongings, we recommend an adult to be in charge to make sure the cleaning and battery charging happens properly.
These days when families have their own backyard pool, the children are very confident from an early age. However, it is always important to have close supervision no matter how great their swimming skills might be!
Scooters for young adults and snorkelers
This is where the options open up more to the other scooter brands Underwater Australasia carries. These scooters are more powerful and able to pull along more weight than the kid’s scooters mentioned above.
The Yamaha RDS Series has the choice of three sturdy, reliable scooters, which run on lead-acid batteries: the RDS250, RDS280 and RDS300
All three sea scooters have a depth rating of 30 meters. The RDS250 can reach 4 km/h and has a long run time of up to 2 hours. The RDS280 and RDS300 go 4.5 km/h and 4.8 km/h and the battery lasts up to 1.5 hour. Those three Yamaha scooters come with a 12Ah battery and their own carry bag. There is the option to upgrade or buy an additional 14Ah battery for longer run time. These scooters weigh about 8 kg.
The Nautica Marine Series offers a different colour scheme to the Yamaha RDS series, but the same specs and without the carry bag.***
SUBLUE Water Scooters
Underwater Australasia also has different Sublue models that are lots of fun.
One of the latest additions to our range is the Sublue Hagul EZ. The Hagul EZ is the latest underwater scooter developed by Sublue to make it easier for anyone to use underwater scooters. With its simple, smooth design and easy operation, it is an entry model that can be used safely by children, beginners and those who are not good at swimming. This scooter has a built-in lithium battery that lasts up to 50 minutes, providing you more time to enjoy your water adventure.
You can switch the speed between 3.9 km/h and 5 km/h, letting you seek new thrills underwater. It is designed to be comfortable to use, light and compact, making it suitable for all ages. Great in the pool AND in the ocean.
Unleash yourself!
The Sublue Tini is different in that this scooter can be bought on its own as a single engine scooter. It is - as the name indicates - compact. However, you can buy a second unit and attach the two with a dual rail kit. Both units are then operated with the one controller and - BOOM - you’ve got yourself a twin engine scooter.
When buying the two units at the same time, the dual rail kit is included! The standard battery (98Wh) that is included will give you 45 minutes run time in the water, but if you opt to buy the larger capacity battery with 158 Wh this is extended to 70 minutes.
The Sublue Tini - the single units can be connected with a dual rail to get a more powerful, dual engine water scooter
The Sublue MixPro comes with a float for buoyancy and a smartphone mount (phone not included). Available in black and in white
The following Sublue scooters have twin engines and are more compact than the Yamaha sea scooters.
A more economical option for the dual engine scooter is the Sublue MixPro - a great two-speed underwater scooter, which comes with an smartphone mount (detachable) and can reach speeds of up to 6.4 km/h. This scooter weighs 3.5 kg only and the battery only needs 2 hours to be fully charged.
With the float attached, the scooter is positively buoyant. This scooter can be used by younger kids and adults alike. This scooter comes in white and black.
The Sublue Navbow is a great, fast dual engine scooter. Comes in black and red or black and green
Sublue Navbow
The Sublue Navbow is a powerful underwater scooter with 3 gears and a top speed of 7.2 km/h. Yet this scooter can be operated with 1 hand - no need to hold down both buttons. This unit has the option to add an underwater photography platform, but also comes with an action camera connection point for your GoPro, OSMO and comparable cameras.
This 3.4 kg machine comes in two colours: black and green or black and red.
All the Sublue sea scooters run on Lithium-ion batteries.
Yamaha/Nautica Professional Range with Lithium-ion batteries
The Yamaha series also have a Lithium-ion battery range with the PDS220, PDS350 and the PDS500.
These scooters are even more robust and powerful. They are heavier and a bit larger than the other sea scooters and weigh around the 9 kg mark, but perform well under water and are easy to use and manoeuvre.
Their streamlined torpedo shape makes these scooters just glide through the water. With indicator lights for the battery and the adjustable buoyancy with adding or removing weights these scooters are great for recreation and professional purposes.
Just before the Australian summer in 2021, the Yamaha Jet Pod Pro made its appearance on the market. This unique scooter is compact and relatively light (3.8 kg). With a depth rating of 40 meters it can be taken on SCUBA, but just as easily used in the pool by the kids. When not in use, the handles easily fold into the unit.
The Nautica Navtech range scooters (Navtech 1, Navtech 2 and Navtech 3) have exactly the same specs as their Yamaha counter parts. See image on the right for the colour scheme of these amazing and powerful seascooters.
SCUBA divers
Together with the Sublue Navbow, these scooters are most suited to take on a SCUBA dive as they are have a decent speed, battery life and are depth rated to 40 meters.
All units mention in the snorkelling section can be taken on SCUBA as well. Just keep in mind that when you take the sea scooters on a SCUBA dive, the units have to be neutrally or slightly negatively bouyant. You really do not want to be diving and having your seascooter floating on the surface.
The Yamaha Jet Pod Pro
The Yamaha RDS and PDS series, and the Sublue Navbow all have the option to add weights to the units. The PDS series and the Navbow come with small weights that slot into their holders. For the Sublue Whiteshark MixPro you can easily remove the float attached to the top of the unit.
Foldable Scooter - Nautica J-Class
First of its kind - the Nautica J-Class Seascooter is the world's first foldable 2-engine seascooter. Unleash your inner adventurer with the new Nautica J-Class Seascooter. Engineered for unparalleled performance and power, this cutting-edge device features dual motors that deliver smooth, effortless propulsion through the water at speeds of up to 8 km/h.
The Nautica J-Class Seascooter - foldable, two engine seascooter
Scubajet Pro
The Scubajet Pro features a 1000W jet engine that propels you effortlessly through the water, reaching speeds of up to 7 km/h beneath the ocean’s surface. Powered by 200Wh Smart Batteries™. Because the ScubaJet uses 2x 100Wh batteries you are able to take them in your hand luggage when catching a plane - see below.
SCUBAJET PRO Dive Kit with a 1000W jet engine
LEFEET S1 PRO Waterscooter
LEFEET S1 PRO is a hi-tech water scooter which provides power propulsion to in and under the water. There is an option to join two LEFEET together for more powerful propulsion. LEFEET S1 is easier to carry and use due to its compact and lightweight design, with 3 speed-settings to meet your needs. The modular design provides for diversification of use and safer overall experience for you. Mix and match parts and accessories to suit various uses - available at Underwater Australasia are the dual rail kit, the SCUBA booster strap kit and the SCUBA tank mounts
LEFEET S1 PRO is a hi-tech water scooter which provides power propulsion in the water
The person who has (almost) everything!
Seabobs are so much fun: speed, class and style. For the person who has almost everything!
Top of the range and a whole heap of fun is the Cayago Seabob. These units are the Gods of Scooters: shiny and fast, they offer an absolute thrill when in the water. Everybody who is nearby while you take one of these babies out just wants to find out what they are. You feel like an utter superhero!
The Cayago Seabobs are magnificent. Stunning machines, made in Germany. The manufacturer calls them ‘Luxury Sea Toys’.
At the moment there are three models available: F5, F5 S and the F5 SR. Again, the price indicates the speed and and running times.
The F5 SR has 7 different speed levels and runs at a top speed of 22 km/h on top of the water. It also has two built-in HD cameras and a TFT colour display showing you speed, gear, depth and water temperature and remaining battery life.
The Cayago Seabobs come in a range of colours, but don’t come cheap! A great idea for someone who has (nearly) everything. Unlike jet skis, these scooters are not difficult to use and no license is needed to drive them.
Flying with your scooters
The underwater scooters range we carry at Underwater Australasia are great fun in the water, but they can’t fly. Unless… you take them on the plane!
The International Aviation Transport Association (IATA) regulations stipulate that Lithium-ion batteries should be separated from the scooter/device where possible and not be transported in your checked-in luggage, ie they have to be in your carry-on luggage. It is recommended that the contacts are isolated and they need to be declared. The Wh should not exceed 160 Wh in any case to be allowed on-board.
If the capacity of the battery is less than 100 Wh and cannot be separated from the device - as is the case for the Sublue Hagul for example - you will need to bring the scooter as carry-on luggage and make sure the on/off switch cannot accidentally be switched to ‘ON’.
The devices with lead-acid batteries will need to have the batteries disconnected or removed and the on/off switch protected from accidentally switching to ‘ON’.
If you are taking spare batteries, you are limited to the total number of batteries allowed; make sure to check this as well.
It is the responsibility of all airline passengers to ensure that they comply with the airline requirements and in the end the airline/captain has the last say. We strongly recommend you check with the airline you are going to fly with well before you are on your way to the airport and definitly before you pack!
Seascooter Overview
|
Scooter Name |
Weight |
Speed |
Run Time |
Battery |
Recommended |
Depth Rating |
Speed Settings |
|
Nautica Wavemaker |
6.8 |
3 |
60 |
Lead Acid |
Kids |
surface only |
1 |
|
Yamaha Seal / |
5.4 |
3.2 |
90 |
Lead Acid |
Kids |
5 |
1 |
|
Yamaha Explorer / Nautica Navigator |
5.8 |
4 |
90 |
Lead Acid |
Kids |
10 |
1 |
|
Yamaha RDS250 / |
8.4 |
4 |
120 |
Lead Acid |
Adults |
30 |
2 |
|
Yamaha RDS280 / |
8.2 |
4.5 |
90 |
Lead Acid |
Adults |
30 |
2 |
|
Yamaha RDS300 / |
8.4 |
4.8 |
90 |
Lead Acid |
Adults |
30 |
2 |
|
Yamaha PDS220 / |
8.6 |
5 |
60 |
Li-ion (88 Wh) |
Adults/SCUBA |
30 |
2 |
|
Yamaha PDS350 / |
8.6 |
6 |
75 |
Li-ion (176 Wh) |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
3 |
|
Yamaha PDS500 / |
9.5 |
7 |
90 |
Li-ion (264 Wh) |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
3 |
|
Yamaha Jet Pod Pro |
3.8 |
8.5 |
65 |
Li-ion (148 Wh) |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
3 |
|
Nautica J-Class, foldable |
8 |
6.8 |
40 |
Li-ion |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
3 |
|
Sublue Navbow |
3.4 |
7.2 |
75 |
Li-ion (158 Wh) |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
3 |
|
Sublue MixPro |
3.5 |
6.4 |
60 |
Li-ion (122 Wh) |
Kids/Teens/Adults |
40 |
2 |
|
Sublue Tini |
3 |
5 |
45 |
Li-ion (98 Wh) |
Kids/Teens/Adults |
40 |
2 |
|
Sublue Hagul EZ |
3.5 |
5 |
45 |
Li-ion (93 Wh) |
Kids/Teens |
15 |
2 |
|
ScubaJet |
3 |
7 |
40 |
Li-ion (2x 100 Wh) |
Adults/SCUBA |
60 |
gradual increase |
|
LeFeet S1 Pro |
2.5 |
6.5 |
70 |
Li-ion (97 Wh) |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
3 |
|
Seabob F5 |
29 |
15 |
60 |
Li-ion |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
4 |
|
Seabob F5 S |
35 |
20 |
60 |
Li-ion (1.8 kWh) |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
6 |
|
Seabob F5 SR |
35 |
22 |
60 |
Li-ion |
Adults/SCUBA |
40 |
7 |
* Speed and Run Times mentioned in this article are taken from the manufacturers specs. The Run Times would be at the lowest possible speed
** Underwater Australasia is a registered NDIS supplier of Assistive Technology.
***Carry bags are not included with the Nautica Marine series
We would like to point out that we are aware there are other water jets and underwater scooter models available. Many we have tried for ourselves and just do not live up to the standards we expect from our scooters.
