The Grady-White Fisherman 230 2010 vs Grady-White Seafarer 228 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 - Grady-White Fisherman 230 2010 at 22,7 ft versus Grady-White Seafarer 228 2008 at 22,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Grady-White Fisherman 230 2010 tips the scales at 4 002 lbs - 492 lbs more than the Grady-White Seafarer 228 2008 at 3 510 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 300 hp, the Grady-White Fisherman 230 2010 has a 50-hp advantage over the Grady-White Seafarer 228 2008's 250-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Grady-White Seafarer 228 2008 carries 125 gallons versus 120 gallons in the Grady-White Fisherman 230 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

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.