The Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 210 2011 is a modified-V design and the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 is a pontoon design, so you're likely deciding between two noticeably different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 210 2011 at 20,8 ft versus Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 at 18,8 ft. At 1 535 lbs and 1 550 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 250 hp, the Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 210 2011 has a 200-hp advantage over the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012's 50-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 Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 210 2011 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 210 2011 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Starcraft Marine Fishmaster 210 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 10 passengers and at 20,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Starcraft Marine Stardeck 180 Fish 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.