There’s no better feeling than diving off your boat on a hot summer day into the perfectly chilled water—and there’s no worse feeling than realizing that once you’re in the water, you have no idea how you’re going to get back up onto your boat.

An easy solution to this problem starts and ends with a quality boat boarding ladder. Luckily, there are a variety of boat ladders to choose from, all with different designs and mounting options to fit every need. So, let’s dive in and breakdown your choices for the perfect ladder for your boat. (watch video)

Types of Boat Ladders: Advantages & Disadvantages