MINN KOTA vs MOTOR GUIDE *The Truth* trolling motor comparison REVIEW!

[@anilborah3127]

Two years later this motor is going strong kzbin.infoUgkxBZWgzfpS2Jj7JqIHyaSZjyVHNUgCKCBf Just uploaded a video of it after 2 years. We use it probably a dozen days each year on our small raft.-original review- We got this motor the other day and tested it out. I don't have anything to compare it to, but it seems good to me. It has all the features advertised - the motor housing is metal. We will see how it performs longer term and I will revise this review if needed. Some initial observations:- Good thrust, moves our boat around really well- It comes with a circuit breaker but no switch - so there's no way to kill the motor other than yanking the connection off the battery. I installed an inline switch.- The mount bracket is plastic and I worry it might break- There are a number of plastic parts that I worry about, but the most important ones are metal or some kind of composite

[@SaltyStrikes]

Which one?

[@epickillers1030]

This is a fantastic little trolling motor!! I have it on a 14ft aluminum boat and have no problem getting around !

[@SaltyStrikes]

Which one?

[@jimvanhamlin3217]

Thank you for the information I've been tossing back and forth between Minn Kota and MotorGuide not knowing what one might be better very informative thank you

[@timd7782]

Great review. Both companies make good motors. I bought two Minn kotas in the last 4 years. Two Riptide ipilot 55s. They both died with a "motor stowed" message on the remote. Fried boards from low voltage I guess. Months of repairs and downtime. I just bought a 24 V Motorguide Xi5 and I have 3 new Ionic lithium batteries now, so I am hoping to have a better experience. Wish me luck. PS - I'm a total "gadget guy" but to me the Ulterra auto-deploy and trim introduces a lot of variables for failure that are probably not worth the gains. I think the old adage "keep it simple" might be a good adage when it comes to trolling motors........

[@SaltyStrikes]

… everyone I’ve talked to with the Minn Kota auto deploy has had problems with them. Thanks for the kudos!

[@hookedup1]

Hi Chris, hope all is well mate……Your comment around the Minn Kota holding position better than the Motor Guide is due to the puck you didn’t like….this magnetic compass measures true heading and improves the boats fixed positioning. Thanks for your comparisons in using both systems…..tight lines bro.

[@SaltyStrikes]

… correct, it’s a great addition to the performance but I think they could have integrated into the system better. Seems like they didn’t think it through or took the easy way out. Both have there pros and cons. Just sharing so hopefully it will be helpful Good, Bad and Ugly 😁👍.

[@keonos1]

@@SaltyStrikes Now that you have had both which would you buy new if you had to get one? I have been looking for months at MOtorguide XI5 and Minn KOta Terrova both at 80 lb and 60 inch shaft, but still can not decide which is best for the money.

[@SaltyStrikes]

@@keonos1 … probably the Terrova, the gps lock around structure seems to be a little more stable.

[@88krazie]

@@keonos1 I believe the Xi5 comes with foot controls and remote, where as the Xi3 comes with only remote and costs less.

[@TrentORourke]

Thanks for the video. Are the motor heads different in size and weight (36v models of each). Just wondering which is easier (lighter) to retrieve.

[@SaltyStrikes]

Motor Guide is definitely lighter than Minn Kota

[@Glennmc7]

Will a high-thrust transom motor jack knife a 14-foot aluminum boat even if set to the slowest speed, I need the higher trust for my river fishing, but I also need a slow speed for casting and trolling in lakes I just don't want to go airborne.

[@SaltyStrikes]

Both of these had adjustable speeds

[@anthonygomila971]

I have a robalo R222 and want to get a trolling motor and windless anchor set up like you !

[@SaltyStrikes]

… I don’t have a windless, if you get a good trolling motor set up you should never have to use your anchor. Here a link to all my R200 playlist. Including the Minn Kota install kzbin.info/aero/PLcVcAh6NYMq0-QOi-UCuAU3VtiBq8Q196

[@tmise50]

Only trolling motor I’ve used is MinnKota Terrova and Ulterra. Problems with both right out of the gate. Time to move on to another brand!

[@SaltyStrikes]

… a friend had a Terrova bent shaft right out of the box, and another friend had his auto deploy repaired twice. Trolling motor with 72” shafts and bigger are really hard to come by no matter the brand.

[@buckrockerm]

@@SaltyStrikes Terrova has a autodeploy?

[@SaltyStrikes]

@@buckrockerm … no the Terrova doesn’t, the Ulterra has the auto deploy. Almost everyone I’ve asked about the Ulterra with auto deploy have regretted it. They are notorious for having problems.

[@buckrockerm]

@@SaltyStrikes I just purchased the terrova and I thought the auto deploy looked nice but I was afraid it would be buggy. Thanks

[@SaltyStrikes]

@@buckrockerm … one Capt I know replaced his Ulterra with the Terrova because of the auto deploy problems. Another Capt had his repaired twice, once under warranty and the second was out of pocket. It’s about $500 to repair.

[@Steve-Jody]

Bouchelle Island New Smyrna in background ?😉

[@Nazman06]

minn kota terrova has a foot switch you can use also

[@LoveTheSun]

Excellent review. Thanks.

[@SaltyStrikes]

… thank you 🙏🏻

[@robertmetcalfe8828]

Power comparison. Noticeable difference? Speed capabilities equal? Thanks

[@SaltyStrikes]

Like I said the Minn Kota seems to draw quite a bit more power, but as far as speed, pretty much the same.

[@jeffstremick871]

Does the motor guide xi5 have speed marks or numbers so you know what setting you are on??

[@SaltyStrikes]

Xi5 doesn’t have a screen to read out, just + and -

[@Buchstabensuppe75]

nice video! thumbs up! how about durability/lifespan and service of these 2? that would be interessting. thank you

[@SaltyStrikes]

… ya ask 10 different owners and you’ll probably get 10 different answers. Everyone uses them differently and with different frequency. Some people swear by a particular one and other with swear never to buy that one again. A longer term side by side study would be nice to see.

[@hobieone9833]

Great videos, I have a question, did you make a video of the installation of the trolling motor from start to finish? I have the same boat and want to install one on my boat. Thanks.

[@SaltyStrikes]

… here ya go -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3-0m62elq59rpI hope this helps

[@Nazman06]

even on minn kota you need the puck for the jog feature

[@brandonlee8467]

What type of battery set up do you have for the trolling motor??

[@SaltyStrikes]

… made a video on that too 👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJO3qIdqlpp6h5o

[@zongyang6602]

Hi...Chris what is the price between both of them...

[@SaltyStrikes]

Links in the description area 👍

[@rdance3]

The Minn Kota probably anchors better due to that compass, which would provide faster feedback to position.

[@SaltyStrikes]

The direction puck isn’t used for anchoring, just jog function ⬅️➡️⬆️⬇️ so it know which direction to move in relation to the boats direction.

[@mudbutton2]

The separate puck is a turnoff for me. One of my boats is simple with no house battery.

[@benduea2713]

Good video! One question. Are the shaft lengths the same on both the 72" motors? Its 41' from my bow to the water so I am trying to determine if 72" is long enough? I want to go with the motor guide for price and availability. Any help would be great.! Thanks

[@SaltyStrikes]

… you want your motor at least 12” under the water line so 41 + 12 = 53, so anything over 53” should work. Just make sure your measuring from mounted position not the rub rail. Good rule of thumb is always get a little more than you think you need.

[@benduea2713]

Thank you for the info!

[@juniorcrandall8933]

Consider how choppy or swells in your area. Cavitation is no good.

[@nathanspooner3152]

You still happy with the 72" or do you wish you went with 87"? Getting ready to rig mine this spring. 22' CC, with aluminum plate and MK54 bracket it will be 45" to water line.

[@sengx]

My motorguide xi3 with GPS didn't come with a compass puck. Is it necessary? Just bought and arrived 2 days ago

[@SaltyStrikes]

… motor guides doesn’t have that, you set directions manually using a code in the handbook. Minn Kota is the only one with a separate directional device.

[@sengx]

@@SaltyStrikes oooo, my bad. Got it mixed up lol. Thanks!

[@SaltyStrikes]

@@sengx … I forget the code but all you have to do is point the Xi3 facing forward and enter the code then the Xi3 always knows which way the boat is facing.

[@ricardocorzocorzo]

Tengo un Terranova y se me para cual es el motivo

[@zilio4water]

Nice contents video

[@SaltyStrikes]

Thanks

[@Snookchaser007]

My 20 year old motor guide is till working on my best friends flats boat I gave it to him 15 years ago. I have been through 2 min kota in two years now both hand controlled salt water 24 volts the second one will go in the dumpster as soon as my new motor guide arrives. I do not like remote control trolling motors so I don’t know there but in hand controlled minn kota is trash

[@jamiehoward5591]

Love my minn kota

[@joesarantis1]

How is your new lithium battery holding up?

[@SaltyStrikes]

… boat hasn’t burnt 🔥 down yet 😂, been offshore and Inshore a couple times, seems to be doing well.

[@cashotpb]

The remote on the motor guide is absolutely trash! No feed back, way better quality and the lanyard loop breaks in the motor guide remote

[@PilotRobo]

Hey Chris, what was the price point in the Minn Kota, looking to get one, great seeing you on the water the other day with Kim

[@SaltyStrikes]

… I believe the the Minn Kota is about $2,500 and the Motor Guide is about $2,300. They really vary in price with the power and voltage, I would look around. Walmart has a great warranty plan. Nice to meet ya, how you guy make out?

[@PilotRobo]

@@SaltyStrikes got two jacks

[@SaltyStrikes]

@@PilotRobo … at least you where on the water catching fish and not in a truck 👍

[@PilotRobo]

@@SaltyStrikes yes sir