INDEPENDENT MAGAZINE REVIEWS

Grand Boat Reviews

Independent tests and Grand Boat reviews from respected marine publications.

THE ARCHIVE

All Boat Reviews

Grand Boats have been independently reviewed by some of the most respected marine publications, including Pacific Powerboat Magazine, Powerboat & RIB Magazine, Ocean Magazine and Boat Sales Australia. Each review was conducted independently, in real on-water conditions, with no editorial input from Grand Boats Australia. The full reviews are available to read below.

Grand G680 in the Gold Coast
Grand G680 · BOAT REVIEW

Grand G680 Review By Powerboat Magazine

Powerboat Magazine reviewed the Grand G680 on the Gold Coast, praising the 6.8 metre rigid inflatable boat’s thoughtful layout, features and deep V hull performance.
Grand G750 RIB boat on the water with a cityscape in the background, two passengers on board
Grand G750 · BOAT REVIEW

Grand G750 Review By Powerboat Magazine

Powerboat Magazine review the Grand G750 on the Gold Coast, praising the incredible handling of the boat and how dry the ride was in the swell and chop conditions.
Grand G680 · BOAT REVIEW

Grand G680 Review By Powerboat & RIB Magazine

Powerboat & RIB Magazine reviewed the Grand G680 in open water conditions off the UK, & praised the G680’s thoughtful layout and confidence in challenging seas.
Grand G850 rigid inflatable boat on the Gold Coast
Grand G850 · BOAT REVIEW

Grand G850 Review By Ocean Magazine

Ocean Magazine reviewed the Grand G850 on the Gold Coast, praising its performance and handling in choppy conditions and impressive details and layout.
A Grand D600 rigid inflatable boat on the water with dark grey inflatable tubes
Grand D600 · BOAT REVIEW

Grand D600 Review By Boat Sales Australia

Boat Sales Australia’s review of the Grand D600, covering performance, stability, dry offshore handling, layout, features and versatility for cruising, watersports, diving and exploration.
Grand G980 rigid inflatable boat driving on the Gold Coast
Grand G980 · BOAT REVIEW

Grand G980 Review By Powerboat Magazine

Powerboat Magazine review the Grand G980 on the Gold Coast, praising the 10 metre RIB’s impeccable performance, handling and multi-capable design.
Grand G340 tender boat on the water with a woman driving it
Grand G340 · BOAT REVIEW

Grand G340 Review By Boat Sales Australia

The Grand G340 review by Boat Sales Australia reveals a well made and appointed tender boat that works equally well as a tender or fun little sports boat.

Why Independent Reviews Are Important When Buying A Rigid Inflatable Boat

Buying a rigid inflatable boat is a significant investment, and independent reviews from experienced marine journalists give you a valuable perspective and un-biased, on-water verdict. Every review in this library was conducted independently by a publication with genuine marine expertise, tested in real conditions and published without editorial input from Grand Boats Australia. We compile them here because we believe the boats speak for themselves, and because we think buyers deserve access to honest, expert assessments alongside our own recommendations.

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