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At $899, the SUBLUE Navbow sits in the middle of the brand’s range, down from a $999 list price. SUBLUE pitches it as a recreational powerhouse.
It is also the model most reviewers hold up against Yamaha’s Seascooter line. To decide whether it earns that spot, we read SUBLUE’s official specs and a sample of genuine Amazon reviews.
Specs and Box Contents
The Navbow has dual motors and three speed settings:
- Turbo: 2 m/s (4.47 mph)
- Sport: 1.5 m/s (3.36 mph)
- Free mode: 1 m/s (2.24 mph)
The battery is 158 Wh and lasts up to 60 minutes, depending on the speed you choose.
It can go as deep as 40 meters (131 feet), a limit that suits recreational diving. Without its battery the scooter weighs 3.4 kg, and the battery contributes 1.1 kg more.
Here is what comes in the box:
- The scooter and one battery
- A safety leash and a buoyancy bar
- A lanyard for one-hand operation
- A D-ring buckle
- A standard charger plus a charging stand
What Amazon Buyers Report
A Navbow listing on Amazon averages 4.2 out of 5 stars from 52 reviews. For roughly $900 of equipment, that is a healthy rating, and it agrees with the comments we read.
Repeat buyers stand out on the positive side. One reviewer, already on a second SUBLUE, said the Navbow beats the first generation by a wide margin.
Another buyer said their 8-year-old son had a blast with it, which says something about how approachable the controls are.
The companion app draws most of the complaints. A self-described divemaster could not get the SUBLUE app to pair with the scooter at all.
Some features depend on that link. Try pairing the app right when the scooter shows up, with plenty of time left to return it.
Navbow vs. MixPro and Vapor
Compared with the $649 MixPro, the Navbow brings a second motor, a larger 158 Wh battery and a faster top speed.
The flagship Vapor costs $2,999. Next to it, the Navbow gives up serious thrust and speed, but it sells at about a third of the cost.
Most snorkelers and recreational divers reach the end of useful upgrades at this point, since spending more buys little extra capability.
Who Should Buy It
The Navbow suits people who want a single scooter for the pool, snorkeling trips and the odd dive, with no sense of being underpowered. It is the simplest recommendation in SUBLUE’s catalog.
Connect the SUBLUE app on day one. Any connection trouble will then show up while you can still return the scooter.