7 Best Stand Up Paddleboards (Review) In 2020

If you’re just getting into stand-up paddleboarding, the FBSPORTS Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board is an excellent choice. It can’t compete on performance with hard boards or the really high-end iSUP (inflatable stand up paddleboards) but it’s ideal for beginners. First off, it comes with everything you need to get started: the paddleboard itself, a hand pump, an alloy paddle, an ankle cuff safety leash, and a carry bag. That means you can rock up to the beach and start your paddleboarding journey right away. The non-slip surface is soft enough that you’re not going to get injured if you fall on your board (something 99% of beginners do) and it has a maximum weight capacity of 280lbs, so it’s suitable for most people. 

The SereneLife Premium Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board is perfect for beginner and intermediate paddleboarders. The thing that struck us about this paddleboard is how easy it is to inflate and deflate. It takes just a couple of minutes, then can be rolled up and placed into the included carry bag. It also comes with a hand pump, in case you don’t already have one. It has three-panel fins that make it faster and easier to steer than other paddleboards. Plus, it’s designed to be super durable. It has a drop stitch, reinforced engineer plc, which is tear-resistant, marine-grade waterproof, and resistant to tears. If you’re looking for a high-quality iSUP that comes with everything you need, this is the product for you.

The Murtisol Pro Inflatable Paddle Board has been designed for beginners but we think it’s suitable for all experience levels. This 10.5-footboard comes with an impressive accessory pack that blows everything else out of the water. As well as the board, you get an ankle strap, dual-action pump, three fins, an adjustable paddle, an emergency patch kit, and a waterproof phone case. In addition to that, it comes with a high-quality backpack to carry everything in. When this board arrives with all of the extras, you’ll feel like your money is well spent. The paddleboard itself is made from military-grade PVC, which makes it almost as stiff as a hardboard. Plus, the anti-slip surface is soft and has a premium feel to it. 

If you’re looking for an affordable way to get into paddleboarding, the Streakboard Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board could be perfect for you. The accessory pack isn’t quite as impressive as we’ve seen on some of the other iSUP sets we’ve featured. However, it still has all of the basic equipment you’ll need. The paddleboard is made from an advanced drop-stitch material with a double-layer PVC rail construction, designed to improve stiffness. Plus, you can inflate this paddleboard up to 18 PSI, making it one of the stiffest inflatable paddle boards we’ve featured. In terms of accessories, you get an adjustable paddle, a hand pump, an ankle leash, and a repair kit. 

There’s a lot to cover with each SUP, but this model does its best to minimize the standard issues that you see on a lot of veteran brands. First and foremost, sun exposure is one of the leading issues with SUPs getting severely damaged or totaled. SereneLife included a UV-resistant coating, which not only prevents sun damage but provides extra durability to the entire board. The overall grit of this board is a great reason for beginners to invest in it, but the riding style isn’t aimed toward beginners at all. You’ll notice a rough time getting situated because this board’s abilities heavily rely on PSI.

There’s nothing wrong with that, it doesn’t make the board less viable, but it is better suited for experienced users instead of being treated as an introductory model. SereneLife made this board extremely lightweight in almost all aspects while retaining an excellent size, and included an oar that defeats most of the problems with standard SUPs. It’s built to actually contest the waters instead of bending with them, so you can row without fear of snapping a paddle. This also makes a great gift for swimmers in your life.

The king of the hill is Tower Paddleboards and their innovative design. There’s a lot of ground to cover, so we’ll start with what you get in the kit. You’re going to receive a bottom fin, adjustable oar, pump, PSI gauge and a few other add-ons. The pump works excellently, but based on its capacity, it can take far longer to inflate your board than you’d like to wait. That being said, unlike cheap knock-offs you’ve found online, the board is meant to last for ages, thanks to the military grade construction.

You’re given plenty of deck space and depth, providing you with ample space to gain your footing. On the note of footing, it’s going to be difficult to lose yours, thanks to the durable no-slip grip on the base of your board. We’re ecstatic about the placement and durability of the attached carry handles, but the oar left something to be desired. It isn’t terrible, but it’s a lightweight fiberglass construction, and being adjustable allows you to feel its weak points during use. The bungee system and overall design is spot-on, so long as you feel comfortable mixing and matching an individual oar in the future. Make sure you also check our guide to the best swimming goggles.

The Acoway Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board is another mid-range iSUP that’s worth taking a look at if you’re just getting into paddleboarding. Made from high-quality PVC with a mesh structure, it’s easily one of the most durable paddleboards on this list. It has an impressive maximum weight capacity of 400lbs, so you can probably fit two people on. This makes it perfect for couples and families that want to share a ride. It also has a super soft surface, ideal for beginners. It comes with an aluminum paddle, a backpack, a rotatable ankle sheath, a repair kit, a manual air pump, and a waterproof bag to keep it all in. We’d recommend this iSUP purely for its durable design. If you want a paddleboard that isn’t going to let you down, this is the product for you.