Best-Selling Models of 2025

Popular manufacturers weigh in on their most popular boat models

Published in the January 2025 Issue April 2025 Feature

If you’re in the market for a pontoon or deck boat but aren’t sure where to start, it’s a surefire bet to check out each manufacturer’s best-selling model. If the majority of customers have found these boats to be the perfect blend of features, power, and affordability, you probably will, too.

Avalon LSZ
The LSZ boasts the perfect number of standard features to have a premium feel without overdoing it. Great as is with its base features, you can customize as much or as little as you want for a premium boating experience.
LOA: 23’       
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 300hp
Price Range: $100K to $129K           
www.avalonpontoons.com

Barletta Cabrio C22UC
The Cabrio comes at an economical price point with high-end fit and finish, innovation, and performance. With the popular Ultra Lounge that can convert to five different configurations and two high-back captain’s chairs at midship, you can seat everyone on board comfortably.
LOA: 23’ 2”   
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 250hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K
www.barlettapontoonboats.com

Bayliner M17
The evolutionary Bayliner M17 is designed to be the start of something new. It combines an affordable price with automotive-style handling, class-leading stability, and safety features. The power and comfort features will get you to the fun spots and enjoy every minute.
LOA: 17’
Beam: 7’ 6”
Max HP: 90hp
Price Range: $39K and under
www.bayliner.com

Bennington 22 MSB
The new M series is designed with the latest innovation, top craftsmanship, and intricate details to be personalized for anyone, regardless of their style.
LOA: 24’ 3”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 500hp
Price Range: $100K to $129K
www.benningtonmarine.com

Berkshire 22RFX CTS
As its most popular floorplan, the RFX is ideal for bringing all of your friends aboard for a night cruise on the water. Built on top of a high-end chassis, the layout includes plenty of cupholders, seating, and lighting features to keep the party going.
LOA: 22’ 5”   
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 250hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K
berkshirepontoon.com

Godfrey SW2286SFLC
Refreshed for model year 2025, the Sweetwater boasts Cool Touch furniture that wraps around deeper, wider seats with expansive storage, new fastback rails, and the back porch package option for a 2-foot extension at the stern.
LOA: 23’ 10”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 150hp
Price Range:  $50K to $79K
www.godfreypontoonboats.com

Harris Cruiser 230
The Cruiser delivers all the wants without sacrificing quality, comfort, or functionality. With generous storage and Harris’s remarkable RPM Technology, you’ll have optimized performance, easy maneuverability, and a smooth, quiet ride.
LOA: 25’ 3”   
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 300hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K   
www.harrisboats.com

Helios GT-R 23         
Helios GT-R 23 is the spiritual brother to Montara’s lineup of wake sports boats, only the Helios is a triple pontoon with no wake sports pretensions—just a rock-solid ride and a cornering ability that rivals some sports cars.
LOA: 23'       
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 300hp         
Price Range: $130K to $159K           
www.heliosmarinegroup.com

Hurricane Deck SunDeck 217           
With a robust and versatile platform, the SunDeck has the capability to take all of your friends and family on the memory-making adventures you seek most. Along with a 49-gallon fuel tank, Hurricane’s legendary build quality will take you there and beyond.
LOA: 21’ 5”   
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 225hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K   
www.hurricaneboats.com

JC TriToon NepToon 23TT Sport
Filled with standard amenities, the NepToon Sport features U-shaped tubes, lifting fins, hydraulic steering, and programmable digital gauges. Enjoy the easy life with the Fusion stereo and speakers, dual battery control center, and electric power Bimini.
LOA: 23’ 7”   
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 300hp         
Price Range: $80K to $99K   
www.jcpontoon.com

Landau Island Breeze 23 Sport Rear
The Island Breeze 23 is Landau’s top seller due to the perfect blend of amenities, horsepower rating, and price point. It affordably provides all the core essentials so you can enjoy time on the water.
LOA: 24’ 2”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 200hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K
www.landauboats.com

Lowe SS230 Walk Thru Special
Outfitted with a premium TL package, which includes lifting strakes and wave tamers to amp up performance and minimize spray, the walk-thru layout is open and comfortable, and standard features include a Bimini and full playpen cover, KICKER audio, and premium console.
LOA: 24’ 3”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 200hp
Price Range: $40K to $49K
www.loweboats.com

Manitou Explore MAX
Manitou’s Explore MAX boats offer a unique on board experience highlighted by the 4 to 6 feet of additional usable space at the stern made possible by the MAX deck and ROTAX Stealth engine.
LOA: 22’
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 150hp
Price Range: $80K to $99K
www.manitoupontoonboats.com



Montara 2.0 25   
     
With a unique boat design, Montara Boat’s Surf Boss 2.0 offers the best attributes of both a tow boat and a high end pontoon. Get the room, ride, storage, and ease of entry of a pontoon boat along with the handling and wakes of a tow boat.
LOA: 25’       
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 465hp         
Price Range: $200K to $249K           
www.montaraboats.com

Paradigm 235 Surf SL
The 2025 Paradigm 266 Surf SL, equipped with Volvo's Forward Drive, combines luxury with performance. Key features include 21 feet of shade, an electric barbecue, a stainless steel fridge, Rockford Fosgate stereo, GPS, wakeboard/ski tower, touchscreen interface, and a trailer.
LOA: 23’       
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 430hp         
Price Range: $250K to $299K           
www.paradigmboats.com

PlayCraft PowerToon X-treme
High performance is possible on this triple `toon with Rac-R-Fins and X-treme surface piercing nose on each log so you can race at full throttle or cruise in comfort. There’s room for everything, including style with ample storage and snazzy designs.
LOA: 27’
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 100hp
Price Range: $130k to $159k
www.playcraftboats.com

Premier 230 Sunsation
Featuring the latest on-trend furniture design with popular dark colors and modern accent choices, the Sunsation has exceptional performance and build quality, and the ultimate in comfort and control with a captain-first helm and your choice of floorplans.
LOA: 24’ ”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 250hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K
www.pontoons.com

Princecraft Vectra 23 RL
Filled with practicality and comfy seating, the affordable Vectra features a chaise lounge, a swim platform, a captain passenger seat, a sundeck with a two-position adjustable backrest, and a large table. You’ll have everything you need for a party of 12 on the water.
LOA: 23’ 6”
Beam: 8’ 5”
Max HP: 200hp
Price Range: $39K and under
www.princecraft.com

Qwest E-Class RLS
The RLS features a roomy center walkway, two captain’s chairs for a premium seating experience, and four corner benches to enhance seating capacity. No matter the adventure, the RLS seamlessly merges comfort and functionality in its expertly crafted design.
LOA: 24’ 6”
Beam: 8’ 5”
Max HP: 115hp
Price Range: $40K to $49K
www.qwestpontoons.com

Sea-Doo Switch Cruise 21
The versatile 21-foot Switch Cruise provides maximum comfort and adaptability. Its modular deck can be rearranged in seconds to match the moment, from a leisurely sunset cruise to a day of high-energy watersports with friends and family.
LOA: 20’ 4”
Beam: 7’ 9”
Max HP: 230hp
Price Range: $40K to $49K
www.sea-doo.brp.com

Sea Ray SDX 250 Outboard
The dynamic SDX 250 blends quality, functionality and capability to provide limitless fun. Available in outboard, sterndrive and surf configurations, the vessel features powerful propulsion, abundant storage, optimized seating, and premium amenities.
LOA: 27’ 11”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Price Range: $130K to $159K
Max HP: 300hp
www.searay.com

South Bay 222UL LE           
Due to high demand, South Bay is pleased to offer its UL floorplan in the LE series. This popular layout is perfect whether you are seeking comfort, style, or versatility because this floor plan has it all, including a wonderful price point to get you out on the water.
LOA: 22’ 5”   
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 150hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K   
www.southbaypontoon.com

Splendor 259 SunStar
The Splendor 259 SunStar catamaran features a 2-foot extended motor pod positioned at water level for optimal engine placement. This design, combined with a shallow hull draft, ensures a smooth ride and enhanced stability, making it perfect for water activities.
LOA: 26’       
Beam: 8’ 4”   
Max HP: 350hp         
Price Range: $100K to $129K           
www.splendorboats.com

Starcraft EXS 3 Q DH
The Starcraft EXS 3 Q DH combines performance and versatility with its HMX Third Tube package. Enjoy comfort with side-by-side dual helm chairs and a convertible rear layout for any boating adventure.
LOA: 23’ 8”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 250hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K
www.starcraftmarine.com

Starcraft SVX 191 OB Deckboat
The SVX 191 OB is designed for family fun and features bow and stern SeaDek flooring for comfort and durability. The fully-loaded console offers functionality while the convenient cockpit layout ensures easy movement and accessibility.
LOA: 18’ 11”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 175hp
Price Range: $40K to $49K
www.starcraftmarine.com

Stingray 191DC
The 191DC features a deep cockpit and bow area for extra safety and security when underway. Stingray deck boats feature outboard power for ease of maintenance, and large swim pods flank each side of the engine to make boarding a breeze.
LOA: 19’ 1”
Beam: 7’ 6”
Max HP: 115hp
Price Range: $39K and under
www.stingrayboats.com

SunCatcher Select 322 SS
The Select 322 SS offers spacious, comfortable seating, lumbar cutouts as convenient spots for drinks and small items, and plentiful storage. The updated fence design features a stronger rail and the bold new SunCatcher logo.
LOA: 22’ 6”   
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 250hp         
Price Range: $50K to $79K
www.suncatcherpontoons.com

SunChaser Geneva 20 LR DH
The SunChaser Geneva 20 LR DH pontoon features four wrap-around couches that maximize interior space for comfort. With a fully-loaded fiberglass console, a Bimini for shade, and sea weave flooring for durability, it’s a great choice for relaxing on the water.
LOA: 20’ 10”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 115hp
Price Range: $40K to $49K
www.sunchaserboats.com

SUN TRACKER BASS BUGGY 18 DLX
The BASS BUGGY 18 DLX is its top-selling pontoon that is designed for fishing and family relaxation. It seats eight, includes aerated livewells, four fishing chairs, a Wet Sounds stereo, QuickLift Bimini top, and a wheelchair-accessible gate.
LOA: 20’       
Beam: 8’ 2”   
Max HP: 75hp
Price Range: $39K and under
www.suntrackerboats.com

Sylvan L3 DLZ Bar
The Sylvan Pontoon L3 DLZ Bar features a versatile four-person picnic area that effortlessly converts into a spacious rear lounge. Enhanced by Sylvan’s SPX third tube performance package, this pontoon delivers exceptional stability and agility.
LOA: 23’ 10”
Beam: 8’ 6”
Max HP: 300hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K
www.sylvanmarine.com

Trifecta 25ULE S
Get ready to turn heads and feel the thrill with the 2025 Trifecta S—a boat that’s all about performance and style. We know it’s all about the details, so you’ll truly enjoy the added armrests, re-imagined helm, and the offset Lowrance MFD.
LOA: 25’ 10”
Beam: 8’ 6”   
Max HP: 1000hp
Price Range: $100K to $129K           
www.trifectapontoon.com

Vanderbilt V700T
The Vanderbilt 700T redefines luxury boating with its groundbreaking extended aft entertainment area with high-end finishes, advanced handling, and premium seating.  This elevated boating experience combines elegance with cutting-edge innovation. 
LOA: 31’       
Beam: 9’       
Max HP: 600hp         
Price Range: $200K to $249K           
www.vanderbiltpontoons.com

Veranda Relax VR22RC
Veranda’s Relax Series RC (Rear Chaise) features wrap-around luxury and comfort. Four individual chaise lounges combined with traditional bench seating maximize comfort and capacity to accommodate your party in style.
LOA: 24’1”
Beam: 8’6”
Max HP: 300hp
Price Range: $50K to $79K
www.verandamarine.com


Viaggio Lago X-22Q

Priced to compete with midline brands, the Lago X offers a multitude of layouts, decor combinations, and a high-end look and feel. The unique Q layout features four full-sized chairs and an amazing value.
LOA: 24’ 4”   
Beam: 8’ 6”   
MAX HP: 150hp       
Price Range: $50K to $79K   
www.viaggiopontoonboats.com

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