Frequently Asked Questions
Are Seabobs for surface or underwater use?
Both. A Seabob runs comfortably on the surface like a handheld jet ski, then dives on command when the rider tilts forward and applies thrust. The SE63 Lamborghini Edition is rated to a maximum diving depth of 25 m; the F9 and F9 S are used for shallower recreational dives and snorkelling runs. Riders always wear a mask or goggles and surface to breathe — Seabob is a propulsion aid, not a breathing apparatus.
What is the difference between the Seabob F9 and the F9 S?
The F9 is the entry model in the current F9 family — 2.6 kW motor, 60 TP thrust, 22.9 kg, 40 minute runtime on the standard battery (up to 60 minutes with Battery Capacity Plus specified). The F9 S steps up to 3.6 kW, 84 TP thrust and 25.9 kg, with Battery Capacity Plus fitted as standard delivering up to 50 minutes; the higher-output motor draws more energy, so per-charge runtime is shorter than the F9-plus despite the same battery. Both share the same Studio F. A. Porsche chassis and the same six F9 colourways; the F9 S is the choice for heavier riders or owners who want maximum thrust without specifying a battery option.
What is the SE63 Lamborghini Edition?
The Seabob SE63 for Automobili Lamborghini is a limited-edition collaboration between Cayago AG and Lamborghini. It introduces a newly developed motor architecture and battery technology — 6.3 kW of power, 162 N of thrust, a 35 kg craft, 60 minute average runtime, 1.5-hour quick charge and a 25 m maximum diving depth. A rear-mounted modular Performance Board improves stability under heavy acceleration. Finished in one of six Lamborghini colours: Verde Gea, Giallo, Verde Selvans, Arancio Egon, Grigio Lynx and Bianco Siderale.
Who designed the Seabob?
Seabob's industrial design is a long-running collaboration between Studio F.A. Porsche and the Cayago AG engineering team. Studio F.A. Porsche handles the external lines, surface treatment and ergonomics; Cayago develops the E-Jet power system, battery architecture and piezo one-hand control. The result is a craft that feels like Porsche hardware rather than a conventional watersports toy.
Where are Seabobs made?
Cayago AG is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. Every Seabob is handcrafted at the company's production facility in Bad Salzuflen, using titanium, magnesium and carbon components together with special ceramic coatings. This is a fully German production chain, supported through an authorised global dealer network for parts and service.
How long does a charter rider get per battery?
Runtime depends on the model and how aggressively the rider uses top speed. The F9 delivers approximately 50 minutes, the F9 S up to 60 minutes with the Battery Capacity Plus option, and the SE63 Lamborghini Edition averages 60 minutes. For charter programmes we generally recommend ordering spare batteries and, for the SE63, the quick charger so a fresh battery is ready within 90 minutes. Most yachts running Seabob as a headline toy keep two or three batteries per craft.
What warranty and service does Mercer Yachting provide in Malta and the Med?
Every Seabob supplied by Mercer Yachting ships with the full Cayago AG manufacturer warranty. As an authorised Mediterranean dealer, we coordinate warranty claims, firmware updates and battery servicing through the Cayago network, with on-the-ground support from our Marsaskala, Malta base. Units can be shipped to any major Mediterranean yacht hub, and service exchanges can be coordinated during yard periods in Malta, Palma or the South of France.
How does Seabob compare to eFoils and electric jetboards?
Seabob is a handheld, prone-style craft — the rider lies on it, grips the piezo control, and glides on the surface or dives. eFoils and electric jetboards are stand-up craft that lift the rider above the water on a hydrofoil or planing hull. Seabob is generally easier to brief for first-time charter guests (no balance learning curve), works both on the surface and underwater, and is typically quicker to store and launch from the swim platform. Most yachts carry both categories, with Seabob serving the guests who want underwater exploration and eFoils serving the surface-cruise crowd.
