Tough call I have owned a bad ass pontoon and we had a shit load of fun with it. I would not replace my boat with a toon but I can see one in the future for taking people out etc. Ours had a big Merc rode nice was quiet but offered no protection from the elements.I have also been looking at outboatds as a second boat time will tell.If you get a high dollar toon they are hard to clean also ,lots of ins and outs places for dirt and water spots it was a job.