PWR-Foil

What PWR-Foil does

PWR-Foil (legally SAS PWRFOIL, SIRET 43236521100031) is a French designer, prototyper, and assembler of electric hydrofoil (eFoil) surfboards, headquartered in Canet-en-Roussillon with a registered office in Perpignan. Founded by surfer and snowboarder Chris Defrance in 2016, the company sells three product tiers — the entry-level inflatable Cruiser (from €4,999), the exploration-oriented Flow (from €7,999), and the high-performance carbon Pro (from €9,499–€10,999) — each configurable by board size, wing system, battery type, and color. The proprietary Revo motor uses marine aluminum construction with natural water-cooling and total waterproofing, and the system is controlled via a Bluetooth plus radio-frequency remote with a dead-man safety switch.

The business operates a product-led, direct-to-consumer e-commerce model at pwrfoil.com, with checkout supporting credit card, PayPal, bank transfer, and Alma installment plans, and ships to 17 European countries across five language localizations (French, English, Spanish, Italian, German). Distribution and after-sales support are delivered through the Bénéteau service network of more than 250 service points worldwide, providing warranty servicing infrastructure that the 9-person team could not build independently. Revenue is generated entirely from hardware sales of complete eFoil systems, modular wings, stabilizers, fuselages, batteries, chargers, propellers, remote controls, transport bags, and gift cards (€100–€1,000).

The company is privately held, founder-led, with no disclosed institutional funding, no M&A activity, and no AI/ML capabilities embedded in the product. A 2-year parts and labor warranty covers all products, and the lack of UN38.3 battery certification restricts air shipping, capping geographic reach to surface-transport markets.

Name

PWR-Foil

Legal name

SAS PWRFOIL

Website

https://pwrfoil.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

PWR-Foil is a French designer, prototyper, and assembler of electric hydrofoil (eFoil) surfboards, selling three tiers (Cruiser, Flow, Pro) direct-to-consumer via pwrfoil.com across 17 European countries, with after-sales support delivered through the Bénéteau 250+ service point network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Hydrofoil Surfboards

NAICS

Boat Building (336612), Ship and Boat Building (3366)

akta.pro primary industry

Personal Watercraft (PWC/Jet Ski) Manufacturing (IMAJAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Boat & Personal Watercraft (PWC) Retail (CRAMAIAA), Propellers & Waterjets (IMAJAHAE)

Keywords

• Electric hydrofoil boards
• EFoil surfboards
• Marine propulsion systems
• Watersports equipment
• Lithium battery foils

Headquarters

HQ city

Canet-en-Roussillon

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. eFoil Hardware Sales: Primary revenue from direct sale of complete electric hydrofoil boards and systems. Three product lines: Cruiser (entry-level, from €4,999), Flow (exploration, from €7,999), and Pro (high-performance, from €9,499 to €10,999). Configurable with board size, wing system, and battery options — each configuration is priced as a separate SKU.
2. Accessories & Spare Parts: Accessories include wings, stabilizers, fuselages, batteries & chargers, propellers, remote controls, board bags, protective cases, waterproof backpacks, wheel kits, leash, handles, fasteners, EVA anti-slip pads, gift cards, and deposits. Sold as separate line items on the e-commerce platform.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

PWR-Foil designs, prototypes and assembles electric hydrofoil (eFoil) boards and complete propulsion systems — comprising a motor, mast, wings, board, lithium battery and wireless remote — in southern France, and sells them direct-to-consumer through its pwrfoil.com e-commerce site. Its lineup comprises the entry-level Cruiser inflatable eFoil, the exploration-oriented Flow, and the high-performance Pro, supported by a full accessories ecosystem (wings, stabilizers, fuselages, batteries, propellers, transport bags, EVA pads, gift cards) and serviced globally via the Bénéteau marine network.

Product overview

PWR-Foil is a French e-foil (electric hydrofoil) manufacturer offering three main eFoil models: the entry-level Cruiser (inflatable semi-rigide), the exploration-focused Flow, and the high-performance Pro. The product portfolio includes the core eFoil boards along with a comprehensive range of accessories organized into categories: Wings/Stabilizers/Fuselages, Batteries & Chargers, Propellers & Protection, Remote Controls, Board Bags, Leash/Handles/Hardware, and EVA Anti-slip Pads. The company also offers gift cards and complete bagging packs. All products are designed and assembled in southern France, with distribution through the Bénéateau service network of 250+ points worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Revo: The Revo motor system featured across PWRFOIL eFoils — water-cooled aluminum marine motor with natural water cooling and total waterproofing.
• PWRCELL
• FR-X (Freeride)
• PERF-X (Performance)
• Revo Flow
• Revo Pro
• PWRFOIL Cruiser

Products and services

• PWRFOIL Cruiser Entry-level inflatable semi-rigid electric hydrofoil board (5'4", 100L) designed for beginners to intermediates, offering stability, safety and easy starts with 50–60 minutes of battery life. Configurable online with board size, wing system and battery options; priced from €4,999.
• PWRFOIL Flow Exploration-oriented electric hydrofoil board with fiberglass EPS sandwich construction and Paulownia wood, available in 4'4"–5'8" sizes (79–114L) and Rust, Midnight and Gainsboro colors. Designed for long, silent exploration sessions on lakes, rivers and coasts with FR-X1/X2/X3 freeride wings and an 85 cm anodized black aluminum mast; priced from €7,999.
• PWRFOIL Pro High-performance electric hydrofoil board with carbon ultra-light construction, ultra-modern pinched-tail shape and slightly recessed deck, in 4'0"–5'7" sizes (59–95L) and Torch/Powder colors. Designed for advanced riders executing tight turns in waves with PERF-X1/X2 wings; priced from €9,499 to €10,999.
• PWRCELL Classic battery Standard lithium battery option for PWRFOIL eFoil boards, providing power for electric foiling sessions; sold separately as a standalone component.
• PWRCELL Plus battery Extended-capacity lithium battery option for PWRFOIL eFoil boards, designed for longer riding sessions; sold separately as a standalone component.
• PWRFOIL wireless remote control Bluetooth and radio-frequency dual-trigger remote for PWRFOIL eFoils, with one trigger for acceleration and one for riding-mode selection (beginner, intermediate, pro), plus a digital screen showing battery status and selected mode; sold separately as a standalone accessory.
• Wings, stabilizers and fuselages Standalone replacement and upgrade wings, stabilizers and fuselages for PWRFOIL eFoils, including FR-X freeride wings (1300/1500/1700 cm²) and PERF-X performance wings (700/900 cm²), with carbon options in development; sold as a separate product line.
• Propellers and propeller protection Replacement propellers and propeller protection accessories for PWRFOIL eFoils, sold as a separate product line.
• EVA anti-slip deck pads Anti-slip EVA pads for PWRFOIL eFoil board decks, providing grip and comfort during riding; sold as a separate product line.
• PWRFOIL board bags and complete luggage sets Padded, reinforced board transport covers, foil transport bags, charger bags, battery backpacks, waterproof backpacks, stabilizer and wing covers, wheel kits and foam inserts for transporting and storing PWRFOIL eFoil equipment; sold individually and as a complete Pack Bagagerie Revo bundle (€690).
• PWR-Foil gift cards Gift cards available in denominations of €100, €300, €500 and €1,000 for purchasing PWR-Foil products and accessories.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50–60 minutes of battery life on a single charge (Cruiser model)
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• BénéateaucoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPWR-Foil products are assembled in France and distributed via the Bénéateau service network, which encompasses more than 250 service points worldwide. This partnership provides PWR-Foil customers with global after-sales support, warranty servicing, and maintenance coverage through an established marine industry distribution infrastructure. The relationship positions PWR-Foil within the broader Bénéateau nautical ecosystem.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pwrfoil

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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