Matching a inflatable non rigid Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 against a inflatable rigid Zodiac Cadet RIB 290 NEO 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 at 10,7 ft versus Zodiac Cadet RIB 290 NEO 2013 at 9,5 ft. At 88 lbs and 165 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 10 hp for the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 and 15 hp for the Zodiac Cadet RIB 290 NEO 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.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 is rated for 5 passengers, while the Zodiac Cadet RIB 290 NEO 2013 caps at 4. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 comes in at 9 lbs per hp versus 11 lbs per hp for the Zodiac Cadet RIB 290 NEO 2013. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
The Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 has a documented top speed of 23 mph. Speed data wasn't available for the other model.
The Zodiac Cadet RIB 290 NEO 2013 is an inflatable design — lighter, easier to store, and quicker to launch from a beach or dock without a slipway. The Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 is a rigid hull, which typically offers a more confident ride in chop and easier maintenance over the long term.
Bottom line: Choose the Zodiac Cadet Fastroller 325 ACTI-V 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 5 passengers and at 10,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Zodiac Cadet RIB 290 NEO 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 4 that costs less to run day-to-day.