Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac 20 Man 2009 vs Zodiac Zoom 230 Roll Up 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac 20 Man 2009 against a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Zoom 230 Roll Up 2013 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Zodiac 20 Man 2009 has a 296-hp advantage over the Zodiac Zoom 230 Roll Up 2013's 4-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
Both boats are rated for 2 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.
The Zodiac Zoom 230 Roll Up 2013 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac 20 Man 2009 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: The Zodiac 20 Man 2009 at 27,9 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Zodiac Zoom 230 Roll Up 2013 at 7,6 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.
General Boat Info
Model20 Man
ModelZoom 230 Roll Up
Model Year2009
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Length - Feet27.92
Length - Feet7.58
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 11 in. (8.5 m)
Length overall - Detail7 ft. 7 in. (2.3 m)
Length overall - Meters8.51
Length overall - Meters2.31
Length overall - Inches335
Length overall - Inches91
Beamnot available
Beam4 ft. 5 in. (1.34 m)
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Meters1.35
Beam - Inchesnot available
Beam - Inches53
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail60 lbs. (27 kg)
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - kg27.22
Weight - lbs.not available
Weight - lbs.6
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail2 ft. (0.62 m) inside
Length [deck]not available
Length [deck]4 ft. 9 in. (1.44 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialInflatable
Hull materialInflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine max300 hp (225 kW)
Engine max4 hp
Horsepowernot available
Horsepower3 - 4 hp recommended
Operational Info
Maximum capacity6,172 lbs. (2,800 kg)
Maximum capacity595 lbs. (270 kg)
Maximum people2
Maximum people2 + 1
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameternot available
Tube diameter1 ft. 2 in. (0.36 m)
Number of tubesnot available
Number of tubes2 airtight compartments