The Premier Boats Boundary Waters 310 2006 vs Premier Boats Grand Entertainer 290 2012 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 — Premier Boats Boundary Waters 310 2006 at 31,0 ft versus Premier Boats Grand Entertainer 290 2012 at 29,4 ft. At 33 lbs and 37 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.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Premier Boats Grand Entertainer 290 2012 has a 50-hp advantage over the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 310 2006's 250-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Premier Boats Boundary Waters 310 2006 is rated for 23 passengers, while the Premier Boats Grand Entertainer 290 2012 caps at 18. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 310 2006 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Premier Boats Boundary Waters 310 2006 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 23 passengers and at 31,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Premier Boats Grand Entertainer 290 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 18 that costs less to run day-to-day.