The SW12 Thruster CW puts out more thrust (≥12 kgf against ≥10 kgf). The DW10 Thruster CW is rated deeper (0–350 m against 0–30 m) and lighter in air (845 g against 1180 g).
The SW12 Thruster CW is US$381 and the DW10 Thruster CW is US$336. That is US$31.75 per kgf of thrust for the SW12 Thruster CW and US$33.60 per kgf of thrust for the DW10 Thruster CW.
| SW12 Thruster CW | DW10 Thruster CW | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Bollard Thrust (kgf) | ≥12 | ≥10 |
| Rated Power (W) | 520 | 540 |
| Rated Voltage (V) | 48 | 36 |
| Applicable Water Depth | 0–30 m | 0–350 m |
| Propeller Diameter | Ø106 mm | Ø80 mm |
| Weight in Air (g) | 1180 | 845 |
| Weight in Water (g) | 640 | 480 |
| Nozzle Material | POM | POM |
| Shell Material | Aluminium alloy | Aluminium alloy |
| Propeller Material | Aluminium alloy | Aluminium alloy |
| Main Shaft Sealing | Low-resistance dynamic seal | Low-resistance dynamic seal |
| Main Body Structure | Two-stage sealing chamber | Two-stage sealing chamber |
| Cable | TPU (glossy) Ø8 mm, 3×16 AWG, 1.5 m | TPU (glossy) Ø8 mm, 3×16 AWG, 1.5 m |
| Driver | External ESC (TW-40A-12S or TW-80A-12S) | External ESC (TW-40A-12S or TW-80A-12S) |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40 °C (storage 0–50 °C) | 0–40 °C (storage 0–50 °C) |
Rows the two disagree on are marked; the figures are CubeMars'. To put any other two parts side by side, build your own comparison.