Awarded Boating’s Boat of the Year for 2022, the Sea-Doo Switch delivers versatility, innovation and docking ease, all at a price that opens the door for more people to own a boat. Those traits and more proved evident when we tested the new Sea-Doo Switch Cruise Limited 21. It delivers innovation and the integration of technology.
The Switch Cruise Limited 21’s aesthetics pleased us. Unique graphics, designer colors and details such as LED accent lighting all prove worthy to note.
Wide touchscreen multifunction displays represent the next big thing in marine electronics, and this Sea-Doo’s technological prowess is evidenced by the 10.25-inch color touchscreen at the helm. On this you can view digital gauges; BRP Connect, which displays your phone apps right on the MFD; and a Garmin GPS for navigation. The See-Doo Switch further cements its tech cred by allowing owners to download the BRP Go app and transfer waypoints, plan trips at home, and keep track of friends on the water. The Limited also comes with an additional 7-inch Garmin display.
Time to party? The JL Audio system installed aboard our test boat delivered an immersive experience. The system includes an amp, a subwoofer and three corner tables, each with two speakers for 360 degrees of high-fidelity sound.
Power for the Switch Cruise Limited arrives in the form of a 230 hp Rotax water jet. This offers Intelligent Brake and Reverse (iBR), a feature that caused our editors to call Sea-Doo’s Switch the most maneuverable pontoon available. This allows precise control, even at the dock or while loading on a trailer.
Naturally, the Switch Cruise Limited 21 features the availability of the optional and exclusive LinQ accessory system. These accessories mount and remove easily to customize your Switch. Notable LinQ accessories include fenders, coolers, and storage systems. A full camper canvas is another intriguing option.
Another notable standard: The Sea-Doo Switch Cruise Limited 21 comes with a trailer. Be careful. You just might want to tow it home.
High Points
- BRP Premium Audio System for 360 degrees of immersive audio plus 10.25-inch widescreen MFD with BRP Connect.
- Super style and fantastic functionality.
- Rotax ACE 230 hp engine delivers great performance.
- Easiest pontoon boat to dock; Intelligent Brake and Reverse allows easy and precise maneuvering in close quarters.
- The Switch DNA is evident in the cool, see-through side panels; the available LinQ accessories; and its attractive price.
Pricing and Specs
| Price: | $50,999 (starting; not including freight and prep) |
| LOA: | 20’4″ |
| Beam: | 8’3.5″ |
| Draft: | 1’8″ |
| Dry Weight: | 2,779 lb. |
| Seat/Weight Capacity: | 9/1,485 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity: | 29 gal. |
| Available Power: | Single 230 hp Rotax 1630 ACE water jet |
Sea-Doo – Valcourt, Quebec; 888-272–9222; sea-doo.com
