Aquaplanet sells its paddle boards directly, from its own site, with a list price and a permanent discount off it.
Every board in the range shows the same pattern: a headline price against a crossed out, noticeably higher list price.
That is worth knowing before you decide the sale is ending. It is not.
Below is what the range actually consists of in August 2026, and four boards in the same class that come from somewhere other than one shop.
What Aquaplanet sells today
The range is built from two families, MAX and PACE, each in a 10 ft 6 and an 11 ft 8 version, plus one cheaper entry board. Every one of them carries a discounted price against a higher list price.
- MAX 10’6: 320 x 79 x 15 cm, recommended to 130 kg with a stated maximum of 178 kg. The core board of the range.
- MAX Plus 11’8: the longer version of the same family, for paddlers who want glide or a passenger.
- PACE 10’6: the same size as the MAX in the second family.
- PACE Plus 11’8: currently sold as a pre-order with shipping quoted from 01.09.2026.
- ALLROUND TEN 10’: 305 x 84 x 15 cm, recommended to 100 kg. The entry board, wider and shorter than the rest.
Two things follow from that list. The 15 cm thickness runs right through the range, which is the stiffer of the two common builds and the best thing about these boards. And the discount is structural rather than seasonal, so the list price on the MAX is a reference, not a price anyone has recently paid.
Better alternatives to an Aquaplanet paddle board
All four sit at or below the real Aquaplanet price, all four are on Amazon UK, and the first is the closest thing to the MAX in both size and intent.
| Model | Key spec | Best for | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquaplanet MAX 10’6the core of the range | 320 x 79 x 15 cm, 130 kg rec. | Allround paddling for one adult | Direct from Aquaplanet only |
| Bluefin Cruise 10 ft 8 | 10 ft 8 x 6 in, ESL laminate | Years of use rather than one season | In stock on Amazon |
| Cressi Ultra iSUP | 320 x 81 x 15 cm, 130 kg | A proper brand without flagship money | In stock on Amazon |
| AKSPORT 11 ft Paddle Board | 11 ft x 34 in, 200 kg | A passenger, a child or a dog | In stock on Amazon |
| Aqua Marina Pure Air 10 ft 6 | 320 cm, allround | The cheapest brand name on this page | In stock on Amazon |
1. Bluefin Cruise 10 ft 8
If the appeal of Aquaplanet was a British brand selling direct, Bluefin is the same idea with a longer track record and a service operation behind it.
- Size10 ft 8 x 6 in
- BuildESL laminate
- DeckOversized pad
- In the boxPaddle, pump, leash, backpack, seat
Best for: Adults and youth on the same board, for years rather than one season.
Bluefin is the British brand that budget boards get compared against, and the reason is the deck pad: it runs almost the whole length, so a second paddler or a dog is not standing on bare PVC. The kit is complete down to the kayak seat.Strengths
- British brand with real service
- Oversized deck pad
- Complete kit, nothing to buy twice
Weaknesses
- Costs more than a supermarket board
It costs more than the MAX, and the deck pad and the laminate are where the money goes. This is the board on the page most likely to still be in use in five years.
2. Cressi Ultra iSUP
This is the closest specification match on this page: within a centimetre of the MAX in every dimension, at the same rated capacity.
- Size320 x 81 x 15 cm
- Capacity130 kg
- BuildDouble layer DWF, heat sealed edges
- TypeAllround
Best for: Paddlers who want a proper brand without paying flagship money.
Cressi has been making water equipment since 1946, and the Ultra shows it in the rails: heat sealed rather than glued, over a double layer drop stitch core. That is the construction that separates a board that lasts from one that softens.Strengths
- Double layer construction, noticeably stiffer
- Heat sealed rails instead of glued
- Made by a firm that has built water gear since 1946
Weaknesses
- 130 kg is a limit rather than a headline number
The difference is the rails: Cressi heat seals them over a double layer core rather than gluing them, which is the single construction detail that separates boards that stay stiff from boards that soften.
3. AKSPORT 11 ft Paddle Board
What the MAX does not offer at 79 cm is stability for two. If a passenger was ever part of the plan, the width has to come from somewhere.
- Size11 ft x 34 in x 6 in
- Capacity200 kg
- ExtrasKayak seat, camera mount
- Warranty1 year
Best for: A first board that should also carry a passenger or a dog.
Thirty four inches wide with 200 kg of capacity, which is the specification people actually want when they say they are nervous about falling in. The kayak seat turns it into a sit down boat on the days the wind wins.Strengths
- 34 in of width, about as forgiving as it gets
- 200 kg capacity
- Kayak seat included
Weaknesses
- Width costs speed, this is not a board for covering distance
Thirty four inches wide with 200 kg of capacity turns the board into a platform. It is slower than the MAX and it will not tip when somebody climbs on from the water.
4. Aqua Marina Pure Air 10 ft 6
And if the MAX was more than you meant to spend, the cheapest way to still get a real brand is the entry board from a company that only makes these.
- Size10 ft 6 (320 cm)
- TypeRecreational allround
- DeckHoneycomb EVA pad
- FinToolless slide in
Best for: Anyone who wants a known brand at supermarket money.
Aqua Marina is a proper paddle board company, and the Pure Air is its entry board. It buys you a brand with spare parts and a warranty behind it at roughly the price a supermarket charges for an unbranded one.Strengths
- A real SUP brand rather than a marketplace name
- Honeycomb deck pad
- Slide in fin, no tools
Weaknesses
- Kit is basic next to the 200 pound boards
It is the least board here, and it is honest about that. The point is the brand behind it: spare fins, spare valves and a warranty, which a direct seller can only offer while it exists.
The Aquaplanet MAX 10’6 in detail
Data & Facts
| Board Type | Inflatable (iSUP) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Aquaplanet, sold direct |
| Skill Level | Beginner to intermediate |
| Price Range | Mid |
| Intended Use | Allround |
| Recommended Load | 130 kg (287 lb) |
| Stated Maximum | 178 kg (392 lb) |
| Length | 320 cm (10 ft 6) |
| Width | 79 cm (31 in) |
| Thickness | 15 cm (6 in) |
| Availability | Direct from aquaplanetsports.com |
How did the Aquaplanet range change over time?
Aquaplanet has settled into a two family structure, and the way the range is priced says more about the brand than the individual boards do.
- Two families in two sizes: MAX and PACE, each at 10 ft 6 and 11 ft 8, which is a tidy four board grid rather than a sprawling catalogue.
- One entry board underneath: the ALLROUND TEN, wider and shorter, aimed at people who would otherwise buy a supermarket board.
- A permanent discount: every board shows a reduced price against a higher list price, on every model, at the same time. That is a pricing structure, not a sale.
- Pre-order in the range: the PACE Plus is currently sold ahead of stock with a shipping date attached, which is what a direct seller does instead of showing an empty shelf.
Pro & Con
Pros
- 15 cm thickness across the whole range, the stiffer build
- 130 kg recommended capacity, a realistic number
- British brand selling direct, with its own support
- A small, clear range rather than a confusing catalogue
- The real selling price is competitive for a 6 in board
Cons
- The crossed out list price is a reference, not a real one
- 79 cm is narrow if you want a passenger
- Sold direct only, so no retailer to return it to
- One model in the range ships on pre-order rather than from stock
- Costs meaningfully more than a supermarket board
Built & Material
Fifteen centimetres of thickness is the headline, and it runs through the entire range rather than being reserved for the expensive board. That is the difference between a board that stays flat under an adult and one that bends.
At 320 x 79 cm with 15 cm of depth, the MAX has real volume, which is where the 178 kg stated maximum comes from. The 130 kg recommendation is the honest number and the one to plan around.
Aquaplanet does not publish the layer count on the product page. The recommended and maximum figures being quoted separately is itself a good sign: brands that publish only the maximum are quoting the number the board can float, not the number it paddles well at.
Weight Limit
Two figures are given, and the gap between them is the whole point.
- Recommended, 130 kg: the weight at which the board still paddles properly
- Stated maximum, 178 kg: the weight at which it still floats
- Comfortable paddler weight: up to about 100 kg with gear
Buying to the maximum rather than the recommendation is the most common mistake people make with an inflatable. At 178 kg this board will float and it will not glide.
Intended Use & Riding Characteristics
Three hundred and twenty by seventy nine centimetres is a proper allround shape: long enough to track, narrow enough to have a cruising speed, and not so wide that it fights the paddle.
The 15 cm thickness is what makes the width workable. A 79 cm board at 12 cm thick is a nervous ride; the same width with 6 in of depth sits higher and feels considerably more solid.
For lakes, canals and sheltered coast this is the right size for one adult. It is not a touring board and it is not a family platform, and the 11 ft 8 Plus versions exist precisely because Aquaplanet knows that.
Design
Aquaplanet designs are brighter than the average own brand board, which is a deliberate choice for a company that sells online and needs the photograph to do the work.
The layout is conventional and correct: full length deck pad, central handle, bungee storage and a leash D-ring at the tail.
Features
- 15 cm (6 in) thickness, on every board in the range
- Two capacity figures published, recommended and maximum
- 320 cm length, the standard allround size
- Direct sales, so the brand controls stock and support
- A longer sister model, the MAX Plus at 11 ft 8, for glide or a passenger
Accessory
The MAX is sold as a complete package, which is standard at this price and worth checking against the alternatives above.
- Adjustable paddle
- Pump
- Leash
- Backpack
- Removable fin and repair kit
The one accessory worth adding regardless of which board on this page you choose is an electric pump. A 15 cm board takes noticeably more air than a 12 cm one, and that is the price of the stiffness.
FAQ
Is Aquaplanet a British brand?
Yes. Aquaplanet is a British paddle board brand selling direct from aquaplanetsports.com rather than through retailers. Note the domain: it is aquaplanetsports.com, not aquaplanet-uk.com.
How is the Aquaplanet range priced?
The two 10’6 boards sit together, the two 11’8 boards a step above them, and the entry level ALLROUND TEN below all four. Each is shown against a higher list price, but that discount is on every board at the same time, so the reduced figure is the price rather than a reduction.
What weight can an Aquaplanet MAX carry?
Aquaplanet publishes two figures for the MAX 10’6: 130 kg recommended and 178 kg maximum. The recommended figure is the one to plan around. At the stated maximum the board floats but stops gliding properly.
Is an Aquaplanet board better than a supermarket board?
On construction, yes. Every board in the range is 15 cm thick, which is the stiffer of the two common builds, where supermarket boards are usually 12 cm. It also costs roughly twice as much, which is why the alternatives above are worth comparing.
Conclusion
Aquaplanet builds a genuinely decent board. Six inches thick across the whole range, a realistic 130 kg recommendation quoted separately from the maximum, and a small range that is easy to choose from. At its real selling price the MAX is fair value.
What you are also buying is a single point of failure: one company, selling direct, with no retailer behind it. If that is fine, buy it. If you would rather have a brand with a longer record, the Bluefin and the Cressi cover the same ground, and the Cressi matches the MAX almost exactly on paper.
