Both the Jetcraft 2175 Extreme Shallow 2012 and the Jetcraft 2475 Extreme Shallow 2009 are modified-V designs, both built in aluminium, 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 - Jetcraft 2175 Extreme Shallow 2012 at 20,7 ft versus Jetcraft 2475 Extreme Shallow 2009 at 23,0 ft. At 2 200 lbs and 2 300 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Jetcraft 2475 Extreme Shallow 2009 is rated for 7 passengers, while the Jetcraft 2175 Extreme Shallow 2012 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Jetcraft 2475 Extreme Shallow 2009 could be the deciding factor.