When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Aloha Pontoons Tropical 210 Family Triple Tunnel 2009 and the Aloha Pontoons Tropical 290 Sundeck 2007 are pontoon designs with aluminum construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?

The Aloha Pontoons Tropical 290 Sundeck 2007 tops out at 120 hp. Engine specs for the Aloha Pontoons Tropical 210 Family Triple Tunnel 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Aloha Pontoons Tropical 290 Sundeck 2007 is rated for 18 passengers, while the Aloha Pontoons Tropical 210 Family Triple Tunnel 2009 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Aloha Pontoons Tropical 290 Sundeck 2007 could be the deciding factor.