When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Walker Bay 310 FTD/FTDH 2008 and the Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013 are foldable designs with inflatable construction — 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?
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 15 hp for the Walker Bay 310 FTD/FTDH 2008 and 10 hp for the Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup.
The Walker Bay 310 FTD/FTDH 2008 is rated for up to 4 people. Passenger data for the Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013 wasn't available.
Top speed is rated at 22 mph for the Walker Bay 310 FTD/FTDH 2008 and 19 mph for the Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013.
Bottom line: The Walker Bay Genesis Light RIB 2013 at 8,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Walker Bay 310 FTD/FTDH 2008 at 1,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.