When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Checkmate Convincor 2800 OBX 2012 and the Checkmate Convincor 300 2013 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?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Checkmate Convincor 2800 OBX 2012 at 27,9 ft versus Checkmate Convincor 300 2013 at 29,7 ft. At 43 lbs and 53 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 Convincor 2800 OBX 2012 is rated for up to 8 people. Passenger data for the Checkmate Convincor 300 2013 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Checkmate Convincor 2800 OBX 2012 and Checkmate Convincor 300 2013 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.