Looking for an electric crab pot puller? EZ Puller builds USA-made 12V pullers and haulers for crab, shrimp and lobster pots, from small-boat models to commercial crab pot pullers. Pick yours below.
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An electric crab pot puller replaces hand hauling with a 12V motor. The davit holds the line above the gunnel, the line runs through the block and into the puller, and the motor draws it in. You still steer the boat, catch the buoy and land the pot, and the puller does the lifting in between.
Electric models suit both sport and commercial boats. Sport crabbers usually want a compact davit that fits a small boat. Commercial crews want more torque for heavy pots and long strings.
Whether you fish a few pots from a skiff or a full string from a commercial boat, the puller carries the load and you keep your energy for the rest of the job.
Here is how the electric pot pullers compare at a glance. The davit pipe "schedule" tells you the wall thickness: Sch 80 is thicker than Sch 40 at the same pipe size. Specs come from each product page, so open a model for the full list.
| Model | Davit pipe | Davit capacity (lb) |
|---|---|---|
EZ-E40 | 1.5" Sch 40 | 65 / 27 |
EZ-E40D | 1.5" Sch 40 aluminum, 3-piece, Scotty mount | 120, reduced by the Scotty mount design |
EZ-E80 | 1.5" Sch 80 | 195 |
PRO-1 | 1.5" Sch 80 | 225 |
PRO 2 | 2" Sch 80 | 285 |
BS25 | 2.5" Sch 80 double wall | up to 500 in the drum and Dynema setup |
EZ-E80X | 1.5" Sch 80 | 200 |
Small boats and tight decks. The EZ-E80 crab pot puller for small boats has a compact 65" footprint that suits smaller boats and tighter deck layouts. For shallow bays and inlets, the lighter-duty EZ-E40 crab trap puller does the job. Already run a downrigger base? The EZ-E40D pot puller for a Scotty mount is made to use one.
High rails. The EZ-E80X 75-inch electric puller is the same build at 75", so the line leaves the wheel higher.
Heavier pots and daily hauling. The PRO-1 crab pot hauler is a high-torque 1.5" unit for heavier pots and frequent use. For heavy strings in deep water, step up to the 2" PRO 2 commercial crab pot puller.
Heaviest duty. The BS25 heavy-duty pot hauler is built for commercial pots, traps and drum-configured line. It is sold as a weld-in unit or a bolt-in setup, and mounts are not included.
Shrimp and lobster gear. A shrimp pot puller works best with a hands-free line tensioner. Read our shrimp pot puller setup guide for depth and line capacity. Fishing lobster? See why more fishermen are switching to electric lobster trap haulers.
Comparing brands? Weighing a Crabby Lift pot puller against other options? Our guide to Crabby Lift pot puller alternatives covers what to check before you buy.
Check your rail and deck first. Match the davit height and reach to your boat, then pick the mount. Our davit size, schedule and height guide walks through it.
Then think about pot weight and depth. Heavier pots and deeper water point to the PRO series. Not sure which model suits you? Read our comparison of the EZ-E80, E80X, PRO-1 and PRO 2.
Plan the power. Every model runs on 12V, so you need a suitable battery, wire and breaker. The FAQ below links to guides for each.
Decide between electric, manual and gas. Electric models need a 12V battery and wiring. Prefer no motor? Shop manual crab pot pullers. Our guide to gas or electric pot pullers covers the trade-offs.
Answer five quick questions. How tall is your rail? What do your pots weigh when full and wet? How deep do you fish? How many pots do you haul per trip? Is your 12V battery, breaker and wire ready? Your answers point to a model: the EZ-E80 for short rails and lighter pots, the EZ-E80X for tall rails, and the PRO series or BS25 for heavy pots and long strings.
The EZ-E80 shows what a typical EZ Puller package includes:
Mounting fasteners are not included, and each model has its own parts list, so check the product page. Port-side versions can be made too.
A puller is only as steady as its mount. Choose 1.5" davit mounts or 2" davit mounts to match your davit, and learn how to mount a davit without stressing the gunnel.
For wiring, browse electrical accessories, and see whether to wire straight to the battery or through a fuse block.
Rinse the puller with fresh water after saltwater use, and check the wiring and mount fasteners now and then. Fishing with traps? Pair your puller with EZ Puller pots.
EZ Puller designs and hand-builds its electric and manual pot haulers in the USA for crab, shrimp and lobster fishermen. Want to see one first? Find crab pot pullers for sale near you with our dealer locator. Prefer to talk it through? Contact us and we will help match an EZ Puller crab pot puller to your boat.
An electric puller is one half of the setup. If you also fish a few pots from a skiff, or want a hand-hauled option that needs no battery or wiring, see our manual crab pot pullers and davits. Then fill your string with crab pots and shrimp pots, so you can buy your pots and your puller in one place.
An electric crab pot puller is a 12V motor on a davit that lifts crab pots by line, so you do not haul by hand. The davit holds the line above the rail, and the motor does the pulling. You still steer the boat, catch the buoy and land the pot.
Look for a compact davit and a 12V motor your battery can handle. The EZ-E80 has a compact 65" footprint that suits smaller boats and tighter deck layouts. Read our guide on electric vs. manual pullers for a small boat or skiff to weigh the options.
People use "pot puller", "pot hauler" and "trap puller" for the same davit-mounted tool that lifts pots by line. Our guide to the terms explains how they are used.
It depends on pot weight, depth and how many pots you haul per trip. Recreational crabbers can often start with a 1.5" model. Heavy commercial strings point to the PRO series. See how much pulling power you actually need for a closer look.
Every model above runs a 12V motor, and the right battery depends on how long you run it. Work it out with our amp-hour battery guide before you wire the puller.Every model above runs a 12V motor, and the right battery depends on how long you run it. Work it out with our amp-hour battery guide before you wire the puller.
Use the harness and breaker that came with your model as your starting point, and size any extra wire to match. Our guide to the fuse and wire size for an electric pot puller explains how to choose.
Common causes include a heavy load, a weak battery or a loose connection. Work through the checks in our breaker troubleshooting guide.
Yes. The product pages describe these pullers for crab, shrimp and lobster gear. For multi-pot strings, look at the PRO 2.
The E80 and E80X take ¼" to ⅜" line. The PRO-1 and PRO 2 take ¼" to ½" line and work best with 5/16".
Most models ship with deck and gunnel mounts, and mounting fasteners are not included. The BS25 ships without mounts, and the E40D uses a Scotty base. Each product page lists exactly what is in the box.
Pick your model in the grid above, and stop hauling pots by hand.
