I think the S:8 and the BigEZ are very similar. I have an S:8 and one
of my friends has a BigEZ, so we've done the side by side comparison.
The S:8 is a little longer, pointer, and has a flatter stern deck. The
biggest difference seems to be the seam between the top and bottom is
higher on BigEZ. I think this makes the BigEZ a little more forgiving.
It's a little less likely to catch an edge, I think they're both good
boats, and you won't go wrong with either.