Both the Regal 2250 Cuddy 2008 and the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 measures 34,7 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 12,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2250 Cuddy 2008 at 22,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 tips the scales at 11 400 lbs - 7 450 lbs less than the Regal 2250 Cuddy 2008 at 3 950 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 Regal 2250 Cuddy 2008 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 wasn't available in our records - check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 carries 186 gallons versus 54 gallons in the Regal 2250 Cuddy 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

Both boats are rated for 10 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.