Traditional thrusters require "boat surgery"—invasive hull drilling and dry-docking that can cost $15,000. DOCKSTAR offers a revolutionary shift in engineering. Our DIY retractable boat thrusters use an external track assembly to deliver professional control for just $3,950. This isn't a "cheap" alternative; it’s a radical design that sidesteps structural damage. Retract the unit to stay clear of debris, and enjoy wireless docking confidence. It’s a smarter way to answer an o

Managing a boat at low speeds is tough, and standard thrusters are pricey. DOCKSTAR’s Smart Thruster offers the best economics

Apologies to Steinbeck, and Happy Birthday to one of our team members…these two things are not related… There were plans, timelines,...

Welcome to DockStar’s first blog post where we get to write about some information about us, our business, being a small US manufacturer, the marine equipment industry, and (last but not least) our Smart Thruster and how it can help you and your boat as they have for many other owners. Expect this to be more of a “stream of conscience” type of blog with some “inside baseball” about how things are from our perspective. Also, don’t expect this to have any kind of routine sched