The Crest Family DL 2200 2005 vs Crest Pro Angler 22 2008 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Crest Family DL 2200 2005 at 22,0 ft versus Crest Pro Angler 22 2008 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Crest Pro Angler 22 2008 tips the scales at 2 467 lbs — 230 lbs less than the Crest Family DL 2200 2005 at 2 237 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 115 hp for the Crest Family DL 2200 2005 and 115 hp for the Crest Pro Angler 22 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Crest Pro Angler 22 2008 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Crest Family DL 2200 2005 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Crest Pro Angler 22 2008 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Crest Pro Angler 22 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 22,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Crest Family DL 2200 2005 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.