Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Zodiac Cadet Compact 250 2013 vs Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 260 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a inflatable rigid Zodiac Cadet Compact 250 2013 against a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 260 2009 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 8 hp for the Zodiac Cadet Compact 250 2013 and 4 hp for the Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 260 2009. 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.
Both boats are rated for 3 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 Cadet Compact 250 2013 has a documented top speed of 17 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.
The Zodiac Cadet Compact 250 2013 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 260 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 Cadet Compact 250 2013 and Zodiac Cadet Roll Up 260 2009 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
ModelCadet Compact 25
ModelCadet Roll Up 26
Model Year2013
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam5 ft. 1 in. (1.56 m)
Beamnot available
Beam - Meters1.55
Beam - Metersnot available
Beam - Inches61
Beam - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail84 lbs. (38 kg)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg38.1
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.84
Weight - lbs.not available
Width [transom] - Detail2 ft. 4 in. (0.7 m) inside
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length [deck]5 ft. 4 in. (1.62 m)
Length [deck]not available
Length - Feet8.17
Length - Feet8.5
Length overall - Detail8 ft. 2 in. (2.5 m)
Length overall - Detail8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Length overall - Meters2.49
Length overall - Meters2.59
Length overall - Inches98
Length overall - Inches102
Body / Hull
Hull materialComposite
Hull materialInflatable
Hull typeInflatable Rigid
Hull typeInflatable Non Rigid
Pontoon and Inflatable Specific
Tube diameter1 ft. 5 in. (0.42 m)
Tube diameternot available
Number of tubes2 airtight compartments
Number of tubesnot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Horsepower4 - 6 hp recommended
Horsepowernot available
Engine max8 hp
Engine max4 hp (3 kW)
Performance
Maximum speed17 mph (28 km/h)
Maximum speednot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity882 lbs. (400 kg)
Maximum capacity661 lbs. (300 kg)
Maximum people3
Maximum people3 + 1