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Turn Your "Dumb" Trolling Motor Into a GPS Smart Machine
Get Spot-Lock, Heading Lock, and Mobile App Control without spending $3,000 on a Garmin Force or Minn Kota.
The Ultimate DIY Upgrade for Kayaks, Jon Boats, and Skiffs.
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Why Choose AutoBoat?
Just like the big brands, AutoBoat uses high-precision GPS to keep your boat stationary within a radius of up to 3 meters. It automatically compensates for wind and current, allowing you to focus on fishing rather than boat control.
Includes "Calm Water" and "Wind Mode" settings for different weather conditions.
Need to move 5 feet to the left to hit that dock piling? The Autopoint JOG function allows you to adjust your anchor point without disengaging the lock. You can control everything via the included color-screen remote or the free smartphone app.
Fine-tune positioning using directional keys or the app interface.
North Mode (Heading Lock): Keeps your boat oriented toward magnetic North or a specific heading automatically.
Route Recording: Record your favorite shoreline track manually or automatically and let the motor drive the route for you.
AutoBoat Head Retrofitted onto a Newport Vessels Motor
Universal DIY Compatibility
The AutoBoat system is designed to be a "Brain Transplant" for your existing motor.
- Works With: Most standard transom mount motors including Newport Vessels (shown), Minn Kota Endura, and others with standard shaft diameters. [cite_start]
- The Kit Includes: The Smart Head unit, waterproof remote with color display[cite: 19], and necessary cabling. [cite_start]
- App Integration: Connects via Bluetooth to display battery voltage, speed %, and GPS signal strength directly on your phone[cite: 52, 62].
| Feature | AutoBoat Pro (DIY System) |
Garmin Force (Brushless) |
MK Terrova (Quest/Standard) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total System Cost | ~$1,475 Smart Head + New 55lb Motor | $3,100+ Initial Purchase Price | $2,200 - $3,700 Standard vs Quest Model |
| Cost to Repair If you hit a rock/stump |
~$230 Just buy a new lower motor. Keep the Brain. | $1,000+ Must replace entire lower unit/shaft. | $600+ Parts + Authorized Service Center Labor. |
| Anchor Jog "Move 5ft Left" |
✔ Included Via Remote & App | ✔ Included | ⚠Extra Cost Often requires Heading Sensor ($200) |
| Remote Screen | ✔ Color LCD Rechargeable Battery | ✔ Color LCD | ✖ Monochrome Or no screen (Micro Remote) |
| Phone App Control | ✔ Full Control | ✔ Full Control | ✔ Full Control |
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Don't let the wind dictate your fishing day. Grab the AutoBoat system from TBNation and install it this weekend.
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