Before you hit the open water—or even head out for a quick cruise around the marina—why not upgrade your boat with some cool new gadgets and accessories? Here are some game-changing picks to add to your shopping cart: 

Marine Night Vision Camera

Why You’ll Love It: Navigating in the dark can be tricky, but a thermal or night vision camera, like the FLIR Ocean Scout 640, helps you spot certain obstacles, buoys, and even marine life at night. Some cameras even integrate with onboard displays, giving you a full night-time navigation system.

Waterproof Drone 

Why You’ll Love It: Ever wish you could get an epic aerial shot of your boat slicing through the waves? Or maybe you want a better view of that hidden cove before dropping anchor? A waterproof drone like the SwellPro SplashDrone 4 lets you do both—plus, it can land on water and take off again.

Solar-Powered Cooler

Why You’ll Love It: Forget melting ice. A solar-powered cooler, like the GoSun Chill, keeps drinks and food cold without ice (mind blown). It runs on renewable energy.

Bonus: Many of these coolers double as power banks, letting you charge devices on the go.

Floating Bluetooth Speaker with LED Lights

Why You’ll Love It: Take your music anywhere—even in the water. Floating Bluetooth speakers, like the JBL Pulse 5, are waterproof, shockproof, and provide 360-degree sound with built-in LED light shows.

Portable Water Desalinator

Why You’ll Love It: Running low on fresh water? A compact water desalinator, like the Katadyn PowerSurvivor, turns seawater into drinkable water—perfect for long trips or emergencies.

GPS Fish Finder

Why You’ll Love It: A smart fish finder, like the Garmin LiveScope XR, uses real-time sonar to give you a clear underwater view, increasing your chances of a great catch. Many models also track water temperature and depth.

» RELATED: The 5 Best Fishing Spots for Anglers

UV Water Bottle Purifier

Why You’ll Love It: Keep your drinking water bacteria-free with a UV-powered purification bottle, like the LARQ Bottle. It uses ultraviolet light to kill germs and self-cleans, so you never have to deal with a musty-smelling water bottle again.