2019 Grady-White Freedom 215

Step aboard and you’ll notice how thoughtfully this 215 is laid out for real-world days on the water. The walkthrough transom and wide beam give you plenty of room to move from cockpit to bow without feeling crowded, even with a crew on board. Deep freeboard and a secure bow area make it a confidence-inspiring ride with kids or guests who are new to boating. The helm is clean and intuitive, with everything easy to reach from the captain’s chair, and there’s a surprising amount of dry storage tucked throughout. Add in the enclosed head compartment and easy boarding from the swim platforms, and you’ve got a boat that’s ready to stretch a quick afternoon cruise into a full, comfortable day afloat.

The Freedom 215 shines in local waters where conditions can change quickly from calm to choppy. Its size makes it easy to trailer to different ramps and slips, yet the hull and weight give it the confidence to handle afternoon wind and boat wakes. A dual console layout is perfect here, where one day might be about towing the kids and the next is chasing inshore species along channel edges. Shallow enough for exploring tighter creeks but capable offshore on settled days, it’s a smart match for boaters who want one hull to cover cruising, beach runs, and serious fishing without stepping up to a larger, more demanding platform.