When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 and the Checkmate ZT 244 2011 are deep vee designs with fiberglass 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?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 measures 28,0 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 3,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Checkmate ZT 244 2011 at 24,2 feet (2011). At 434 lbs and 375 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Checkmate ZT 244 2011 tops out at 525 hp. Engine specs for the Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 8 gal and 8 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.
Bottom line: The Checkmate Convincor 260 2013 at 28,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Checkmate ZT 244 2011 at 24,2 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.