Before you buy, review inflatable boats that you may be interested in.  You will notice some things like a strategically placed handle or another has better placed oars from the research.  You may have an idea of a particular feature and the review inflatable boats may actually mention which boat has the best implementation of that feature.  A few magazine purchases will provide well founded information for you. 

Review inflatable boats for any particular features will indicate if a boat maker has made a stronger boat or not.  One may have put on a cheaper handle or D-ring so it can break easy.  If they made that cheaply (even under warrantee) then ask what other parts are made cheaply too.  Review inflatable boats will tell you which boat is best for you and your family to give lasting enjoyment into the future. 

Review inflatable boats will mention any promotions or accessories that can be added onto your purchase like a rebate or added skegs for directional stability when you sailing to stay on your course.  A canopy is another nice accessory to provide protection from the elements.  After your investigation, a durable storable boat will give you years of fun.