LEFEET S1 Pro Underwater Scooter Review
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With a modular, compact design, a mid-range price point, and increased power from the previous model (the S 1), the LEFEET S1 Pro is a solid choice for an affordable modular scooter.
It’s versatile too—attach two engines together for increased oomph, or take your pick from several mounting options, including on your scuba tank, paddleboard, or directly on your legs so you can go full Ironman. You control the S1 Pro remotely, so the handles do require charging, but that also means you can drive the S1 Pro without getting wrapped in wires.
While the S1 Pro might not quite equal the LEFEET P1 in terms of power, our many months of testing, both of the battery and in the pool, proved that it still excels in design and build quality—all at a more-affordable price point.
Let’s dive into our review of the LEFEET S1 Pro.
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Pros
- Compact & modular design
- Easy to control one-handed
- Quick battery change
- Carry-on friendly
Cons
- Noisy
- A little outdated compared to the LEFEET P1
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m a very experienced diver recupperating from major foot surgeries three and two years ago. I havent dove in 6 years and interested in scuba diving again. What would you recommend if Im not able to fin very well because of foot pain as far as using a scooter? Id want to be able to do a standard two tank dive on a vacation and looking for something that would work well for two dives from a boat so wouldn’t be able to charge on a boat in between dives.Hi Jeff,
The Lefeet P1 would be good for this as it’s portable and easy to bring, but for two dives I’d recommend that you have a spare battery for the second dive, or go with the larger EX battery.
Fun story, some weeks ago I was going on a dive and had a lefeet with me, but my buddy forgot to pack his fins. I let him use my fins, and I did a whole dive without fins and just the scooter as propulsion. It worked well, although my balance was a bit off compared to having fins on.
I’m a newbie senior living in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl and will be using the ocean to snorkel. How many charging cycles can we expect this s1-pro battery to endure? – reason I ask: my 2 year old (swollen) Lion drone batteries needed replacing last month, which was an unexpected ($$$) eye opener !
How about the same question for the battery on your new C1 waterscooter ?
Thanks for the consideration !!
Hi Herman. Just to be clear, we don’t make the LeFeet scooters. We just test them. As for the batteries, it all depends on how you discharge them. Run them from 100% to 0% and their lifespan in cycles will depreciate faster. This is, unfortunately, how most of us use these though. So, can’t answer specifically except anecdotally: after 400 cycles with the S1 Pro batteries, you’ll notice a drop in run time, maybe something like only 80-85% of originally capacity. This is all just ball-parking. We’ve not yet tested the C1. It’s on our wish list.
Thanks for your in depth report
I know you said that the Lefeet S1 is great for kids
From what age would say it’s best for.
Also what would be the best scooter for 18 year olds and older? . Again thanks for your information and I’m helping us a educated decision
Michael, we’ve had kids as young as 5 testing the S1 (under supervision). As far as where it goes from there, I’ve personally enjoyed an island vacation snorkelling with this, along with my wife and two kids, aged 17 and 21. My son and I are around 190-200 pounds respectively (we’re in some of the videos). It’s also a heck of a lot of fun scuba diving.
Very informative video. Thanks. Was wondering which scooter makes the most underwater noise: Lefeet S1 Pro or ScubaJet Pro ?
Hi Rudy
We haven’t paid attention to that specifically. Both make enough noise to be noticeable but not so much that it’s too annoying. I don’t remember one of them as being significantly noisier than the other…
On the lowest setting, you won’t hear much from them – visa versa on the highest speed setting it becomes noisy enough for other divers around you to hear them.