Although we chose the 258, I really liked the layout of the 228. I especially liked having a dedicated livewell on the centerline. Enclosed transom seemed more kid-friendly. The enclosed transom seemed to allow a little less engine sound into the cockpit, too.
Only drawback I felt on a test ride is that, due to the engine hanging out on the bracket, there is a little more stern 'squat' before coming up on plane.
Rob