I'm in the same boat, (pun intended) but I'm comparing the Xpress 18C/ XX18Pfc/ Seaark Stealth 190 and the G3 1810 Pfx. Xpress and Seaarks hauls are tough as nails, I like the pad design on the Xpress though. Fyi the H18c crappie is a cheaper alternative to the X18pfc. After a bunch of comparing Ive decided on the Xpress for 3 reasons, 1st the haul, 2nd Seadeck and 3rd layout, also prefer a Sho motor. The Vexus is a spin off of the Ranger co. and correct me if Ii am wrong but aren't there hauls fiberglass infused aluminum? if so Id be leery, what if the boat needed welding down the road?