16.01.2026 • 13 Min.

For years this was one of the closest races in eFoiling. In 2025, there's a clear answer — and it might surprise long-time Fliteboard fans. This episode gives E-SURFER's updated verdict based on hands-on testing of the Fliteboard S5 and the new Lift5. What this episode covers: How the competitive landscape shifted after Brunswick Corporation acquired Fliteboard in 2023 The Lift5's revolutionary quick-release system (LCS): tool-free assembly in under one minute — a genuine industry first The Lift Elite Remote's large display: why readable data in bright sunlight matters for safety and ride quality Post-acquisition Fliteboard: what changed in customer support, and why mandatory annual servicing frustrates owners Why Aerofoils has gained significant market share since 2022 and become E-SURFER's top-selling brand Riding experience: both boards perform excellently on water — but the ownership experience differs considerably Who should still consider Fliteboard in 2025 Prices: Lift5 €16,149 · LIFTX €15,149 · Audi e-tron Foil €14,269–€14,999 · Awake Vinga €16,649. Verdict: Lift Foils wins in 2025 — for setup convenience, controller usability, and reliable after-sales support. Full article: https://www.e-surfer.com/en/blog/fliteboard-or-lift-foils/ Compare Lift Foils and Fliteboard: https://www.e-surfer.com/en/shop/efoil/ E-SURFER — independent eFoil comparisons since 2017. We test everything ourselves.