Edgewater Yachts Review

Summary

Located out of both Jacksonville and Orlando, Florida and started in 1992, Edgewater Boats or Edge Water Yachts now has more than 100 employees, a 94,000 square foot manufacturing facility, and has been engaged in a partnership with the North Marine Group for over twelve years. The company markets its product to customers interested in both the aesthetic value and practical performance of their craft. In fact, according to the company, their original design goal was to create a craft that would outlast, out endure, and keep boaters safer than any other craft on the market.

The Edgewater line encompasses center console, bowrider, runabout, and cuddy cabin designs. Sizes range from feet, their basic center console design, to their more elaborate 17 feet 10 inches 388 Center Console. The 388 Center Console has received positive reviews from a several different sources. Yachting Magazine, for example, feels the craft builds on the positives of previous Edgewater designs to create a better craft. The yacht combines designer Michael Peters’ original idea with Edgewater hallmarks of workmanship. Those interested in a quality yachts may want to look at the 388 Center Console, although those interested in something simpler will probably want to consider other Edgewater Yachts.

Pricing

The official Edgewater website offers no pricing information.

Pros

• Edgewater Yachts has a newer 94,000 square foot factory.
• They manufacture crafts from 14 to 37 feet 10 inches.
• Their newest craft, the 388 Center Console design received solid results in trial runs and subsequent reviews.
• All crafts come with both standard and optional features, providing the customer with both dependability and choice.

Cons

• Prices for Edgewater Yachts are not available online.
• The company has been in business only since 1992. Some yachters may prefer dealing with an older, more established company.
• Some boaters may feel the company has too limited a selection.
• One reviewer felt that the 388 CC console didn’t operate well on a head sea.

Featured Models

Center Console: 388 CC, 145 CC, 170 CC, 188 CC, 205 CC, 228 CC, 245 CC, 268 CC, 318 CC. Bowrider: 205 CX, 245 CX. Runabout: EX: 205 EX. Buddy Cabin: EX: 265 EX.

Conclusion

Edgewater seems to receive mostly positive reviews. In fact, very little negative exists about the company. However, this lack of negative information should not encourage wholehearted acceptance or trust. Boaters should do their research before investing. For one thing, the company has been in business less than twenty years. This short amount of time gives them little opportunity to build either a solid or negative reputation. However, during that time, they have established some amount of credibility in the boating world. Many yachters may find that Edgewater is the company for them. As with any major purchase, all potential Edgewater Yachts owners should some research about the company before purchasing.