Freedom vs M17
A direct comparison of the Smoker Craft Freedom and the Bayliner M17.
Smoker Craft
Freedom 2026+
Length 16.83 ft, Beam 7.42 ft, Budget Under $50k
Find dealers Bayliner
M17 2026+
Length 17 ft, Beam 7.5 ft, Budget Under $50k
Find dealers Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Freedom | M17 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 16.83 ft | 17 ft |
| Beam | 7.42 ft | 7.5 ft |
| Draft | — | 2.25 ft |
| Dry weight | 975 lb | 1,984 lb |
| Fuel | 17 gal | 18 gal |
| Hull | deep-V | M-Hull |
| Budget band | Under $50k | Under $50k |
Which is right for you?
Pick the Freedom if you want a smaller, more nimble platform. Pick the M17 if budget is the priority.