Both the Eastern Eastern 22 (Center Console) 2009 and the Eastern Eastern 22 (Lobster) 2010 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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 - Eastern Eastern 22 (Center Console) 2009 at 22,3 ft versus Eastern Eastern 22 (Lobster) 2010 at 22,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Eastern Eastern 22 (Lobster) 2010 tips the scales at 2 550 lbs - 950 lbs less than the Eastern Eastern 22 (Center Console) 2009 at 1 600 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 are rated for 6 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.