When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Crest Caribbean 230SLR2 2013 and the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2009 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?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Crest Caribbean 230SLR2 2013 at 23,8 ft versus Crest Super Fisherman 22 2009 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2009 tips the scales at 2 566 lbs — 145 lbs less than the Crest Caribbean 230SLR2 2013 at 2 421 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 150 hp, the Crest Caribbean 230SLR2 2013 has a 35-hp advantage over the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2009's 115-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 14 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: Performance buyers should lean toward the Crest Caribbean 230SLR2 2013 and its 150-hp ceiling. If fuel economy and quieter running matter more than top-end speed, the Crest Super Fisherman 22 2009 with its 115-hp rating is the more economical daily driver.