the mako would be my choice between that the whalers and the gradys. the makos are awesome center console machines and very durable but a power cat is the ultimate craft for rough waters especially for small crafts. i almost bought a mako but when i rode in this cat i was sold. like i said im not knockin the mako but for me the cat was a better boat plus i got a hell of a deal for everything i got with it plus a full year of dock fees so i couldnt beat it.