Both the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2010 and the ThunderJet Northern Edition Envoy 2013 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 - ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2010 at 21,0 ft versus ThunderJet Northern Edition Envoy 2013 at 19,0 ft. At 2 400 lbs and 2 400 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 ThunderJet Northern Edition Envoy 2013 tops out at 320 hp. Engine specs for the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2010 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads - 50 gal and 48 gal - so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2010 is rated for 6 passengers, while the ThunderJet Northern Edition Envoy 2013 caps at 5. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the ThunderJet Alexis OB Offshore 2010 could be the deciding factor.