The Highfield Sport 900 is the brand's flagship luxury RIB, combining a heavy-duty aluminum deep-V hull with high-end comfort and social features. It offers outstanding offshore sea-keeping and high performance, alongside expansive sun loungers, a wet bar, and a practical head compartment inside the center console.
27 ft (8.2 m)
Viggo
Viggo X8
The Viggo X8 is an uncompromising aluminum performance boat engineered for high speeds in challenging offshore conditions. Built with Swedish racing pedigree, it delivers razor-sharp handling, exceptional hull rigidity, and a top-tier helm setup, prioritizing raw driving dynamics over family cruising comforts.
36 ft (11 m)
Ultimate Boats
Ultimate Boats 11
The Ultimate Boats 11 is an uncompromising 11-meter tactical and patrol RIB engineered for extreme professional and law-enforcement operations. Powered by twin outboards totaling 650 hp and utilizing the innovative Moxham hull design, it delivers mind-bending cornering grip, superb stability, and exceptional rough-water capability.
36 ft (11 m)
Safehaven Marine
Safehaven Marine Barracuda
The Safehaven Marine Barracuda is an uncompromising, tactical interceptor engineered to dominate the harshest sea conditions on the planet. Featuring a wave-piercing, self-righting hull and military-grade construction, it delivers unparalleled rough-water capability and safety, though its utilitarian layout and extreme focus place it far outside conventional leisure cruising.
43 ft (13.2 m)
Bavaria
Bavaria SR41
The Bavaria SR41 delivers exceptional value for money, proving you don't need to sacrifice space or comfort to stay within a reasonable budget. With two generous en-suite cabins, a versatile cockpit featuring an aft-facing sunpad, and reassuring cruising manners, it represents a benchmark family cruiser in the 40-foot segment.
38 ft (11.6 m)
Axopar
Axopar 38
Motor Boat & Yachting explores whether the Axopar 38 can surpass the benchmark set by the iconic 37. Featuring an evolved twin-stepped hull, smarter deck ergonomics, and an upgraded helm, it elevates the modern adventure boat concept to new heights.
37 ft (11.3 m)
Dale
Dale Classic 37
The Dale Classic 37 truly lives up to the moniker 'beauty and a beast', pairing exquisite traditional British craftsmanship and timber joinery with the legendary Nelson hull's relentless capability in rough offshore conditions.
30 ft (9.04 m)
Finnmaster
Finnmaster T9
The Finnmaster T9 is a sporty flagship day cruiser that masterfully blends practical family usability with exhilarating performance. Powered by twin outboards up to 600 hp, it reaches thrilling speeds of up to 55 knots while delivering exceptional sea-keeping, overnight accommodations for four, and refined Scandinavian build quality.
30 ft (9.2 m)
Cobra
Cobra Nautique 9.2m
The Cobra Nautique 9.2m is a premium British performance RIB that pairs rugged offshore wave-handling with bespoke luxury and comfort. Its deep-V hull delivers exceptional stability in rough seas, while the well-appointed deck layout offers generous social and lounging areas.
33 ft (10.28 m)
Saxdor
Saxdor 320 GTO
The Saxdor 320 GTO raises the bar in the 32-foot sport cruiser segment with its aggressive twin-stepped hull, eye-catching lines, and fold-down side terraces that create an expansive beach club. Motor Boat & Yachting praises its dynamic sea keeping and impressive value proposition, delivering genuine thrills at a fraction of the cost of traditional rivals.
27 ft (8.2 m)
Viggo
Viggo X8
The Viggo X8 showcases Swedish aluminum boatbuilding at its absolute finest. With its uncompromising, razor-sharp deep-V hull and fully welded construction, it delivers phenomenal rough-water capabilities, sports-car-like high-speed handling, and an exceptional helm setup.
18 ft (5.5 m)
VIGO
VIGO Voyager V18
The VIGO Voyager V18 blends pontoon stability and deck space with an enclosed cruising cabin in an ultra-compact 18-foot package. Tackling the choppy waters and strong winds of Georgian Bay, it demonstrates respectable capability and great weather protection, despite the inherent open-water limits of a small pontoon platform.
27 ft (8.2 m)
Viggo Boats
Viggo Boats C8
The Viggo C8 is an uncompromising, Swedish-built premium aluminum commuter engineered for fast and secure all-weather transit. It pairs an exceptionally rigid, well-balanced offshore hull with suspension seating, delivering unmatched high-speed comfort and handling even in challenging seas.
33 ft (10 m)
Viggo
Viggo C10 Offshore
The Viggo C10 Offshore is a Swedish-built, all-aluminum powerhouse designed for high-speed year-round commuting in challenging sea conditions. Featuring an uncompromising deep-V hull, exceptional torsional rigidity, and a driver-centric cabin with suspension seating, it sets a benchmark for rugged performance and safety.
30 ft (8.2 m)
Viggo
Viggo C8
The Swedish-built Viggo C8 is an uncompromising, military-grade aluminum commuter designed to conquer rough seas at speeds exceeding 50 knots. Built with a robust all-welded hull, razor-sharp deadrise, and suspension seating, it offers peerless rough-water capability and all-weather usability for drivers prioritizing raw performance over conventional luxury.
36 ft (10.95 m)
Viggo
Viggo C10 Offshore
The Viggo C10 Offshore is an uncompromising Swedish all-weather aluminum cruiser engineered for tough offshore conditions. Combining a sharp deep-V hull, supreme structural rigidity, and suspension seating, it offers unmatched high-speed seakeeping paired with a quiet, well-insulated cabin.
27 ft (8.2 m)
Viggo
Viggo C8
The Viggo C8 demonstrates its true potential when conditions get rough. Featuring an uncompromising aluminum hull with a razor-sharp deep-V design, it cuts through heavy seas at high speeds with superb control and safety, proving itself as one of the market's most capable year-round commuter boats.
27 ft (8.2 m)
Viggo
Viggo C8
The Viggo C8 is a Swedish-built, all-welded aluminium performance commuter designed for uncompromising all-weather transit in challenging conditions. Featuring an aggressive deep-V hull and a strictly driver-focused cockpit, it delivers phenomenal rough-water capabilities at high cruising speeds, albeit at a premium price point and with a clear priority of utility over liveaboard comfort.
33 ft (10 m)
Viggo
Viggo C10
The Viggo C10 is an uncompromising, Swedish-built premium aluminum offshore commuter designed for high-speed transit in any weather. Featuring a razor-sharp deep-V hull, twin high-horsepower outboards, and top-tier suspension seating, it delivers exceptional rough-water performance and refined ergonomics for serious boaters.
27 ft (8.2 m)
Viggo
Viggo C8
The Viggo C8 is an uncompromising Swedish-built aluminium performance boat engineered for high speeds and demanding Nordic conditions. Featuring a razor-sharp deep-V hull, suspension seating, and exceptional build quality, it delivers peerless seaworthiness and all-weather capability.
26.6 ft (8.1 m)
Viggo
Viggo C8.1
The Viggo C8.1 reinforces its status as the ultimate benchmark among fast aluminum cabin boats. With an uncompromising deep-V hull, superb helm ergonomics, and outstanding rough-water capability, it provides rapid, secure transit in any weather. It is a pure driver's boat for demanding boaters who value raw performance and rugged build quality over family cruiser amenities.
27 ft (8.2 m)
Viggo
Viggo C8
The Viggo C8 is an uncompromising Swedish-built aluminum commuter designed for extreme performance and safe, year-round passage. With a razor-sharp deep-V hull capable of exceeding 70 knots, it pairs blistering speed and offshore capability with an all-weather pilothouse and premium shock-mitigating seating.
33 ft (10 m)
Viggo
Viggo C10 Offshore
The Viggo C10 Offshore is a Swedish-built aluminium powerhouse engineered for uncompromising rough-water performance. Combining bulletproof hull construction, suspension seating, and blistering speed, it offers unmatched sea-keeping and supreme confidence in any conditions.
18 ft (5.51 m)
Ryds
Ryds F528 WA
The Ryds F528 WA is a versatile and easy-to-drive walkaround boat in a practical size class. Built using vacuum infusion, it features a lightweight and rigid hull that delivers great fuel economy even with moderate horsepower. Its high freeboards and open deck layout make it a secure and functional option for family outings, swimming, and coastal fishing.
24 ft (7.35 m)
Ryds
Ryds 735VI
The Ryds 735VI stands as the Swedish builder's flagship, successfully pairing the safety of a walkaround deck layout with the comfort of a modern day cruiser. Built with vacuum infusion technology, it delivers a rigid hull and solid sea-keeping qualities. Featuring an inviting social cockpit, a dedicated private head, and sleeping accommodations for two, it is well suited for both lively day trips and weekend island hopping.
14 ft (4.35 m)
Ryds
Ryds 435 FC
The Ryds 435 FC is a classic, compact forward-cabin boat ideal for day trips and fishing in sheltered waters. Paired with a 25 hp Mariner four-stroke, it provides exceptionally economical and hassle-free boating with easy trailering, though its compact dimensions limit onboard space and rough-water performance.
14 ft (4.4 m)
Ryds
Ryds 440 GT
The Ryds 440 GT is a classic, durable, and user-friendly Swedish side-console boat. It offers respectable stability for its compact size, easy trailering, and very low running costs, making it an excellent budget-friendly choice for day trips, inshore fishing, and sheltered-water commuting.
23 ft (7.3 m)
Ryds
Ryds 23 DC
The Ryds 23 DC is a classic Swedish day cruiser featuring a proven, vacuum-infused deep-V hull that delivers confident and smooth handling in choppy seas. It balances a sociable, well-arranged cockpit with practical overnight accommodations for two, making it a dependable weekend cruiser.
24 ft (7.35 m)
Ryds
Ryds 735VI WalkAround
The Ryds 735VI WalkAround is a versatile, modern Nordic walkaround that blends safe deck movement with practical weekending comfort. Utilizing vacuum-infusion hull construction, it delivers efficient running characteristics, solid fuel economy, and reassuring sea manners tailored for coastal conditions.
16 ft (4.88 m)
Ryds
Ryds 490VI Sport
The Ryds 490VI Sport is an accessible and modern entry-level sports boat built with vacuum infusion, offering great value for money. With low operating costs, easy trailering, and nimble handling, it is an ideal choice for sunny day trips, swimming, and light watersports.
20.5 ft (6.25 m)
Ryds
Ryds 628 Mid C
The Ryds 628 Mid C is a versatile, seaworthy center console craft built using vacuum infusion for a lightweight yet rigid hull. It stands out with open walkaround decks, high freeboards for family safety, and predictable handling, making it an excellent choice for day cruising, watersports, and archipelago commuting.
21 ft (6.5 m)
Ryds
Ryds 650
The Ryds 650 is a modern, well-built Swedish all-rounder that utilizes vacuum infusion to combine low weight with impressive sea-keeping capabilities and fuel efficiency. Featuring high freeboards and a well-thought-out layout, it is a safe and functional choice for Nordic day trips and family adventures.
18 ft (5.43 m)
Ryds
Ryds 548 Mid C
The Ryds 548 Mid C is a versatile and easy-handling center console boat built using modern vacuum-injection technology. Powered by a Suzuki DF100, it offers punchy acceleration, great fuel economy, and predictable handling, making it an ideal all-rounder for day trips and fishing.
23.6 ft (7.2 m)
Ryds
Ryds 735 VI
The Ryds 735 VI is a Swedish-built weekender that pairs thrilling 48-knot performance with clever overnight accommodations at a very competitive price point. Utilizing modern vacuum-infused hull construction, it features an enclosed heads, a practical cuddy cabin, and a sociable cockpit layout, making it an excellent value entry into Nordic cruising.
14.6 ft (4.45 m)
Linder
Linder 445 MAX
The Linder Sportsman 445 MAX is a versatile, durable Swedish-built aluminum boat renowned for low maintenance and effortless handling. Its lightweight construction makes it exceptionally easy to trailer and launch single-handedly, while the easily driven hull ensures great fuel efficiency with engines up to 30 hp. It serves as an ideal rugged utility boat for fishing, coastal commuting, and day trips on lakes and sheltered waters.
15.1 ft (4.6 m)
Linder
Linder Arkip 460
The Linder Arkip 460 is a versatile, rugged, and easily driven aluminum utility boat that has become a Nordic favorite. Featuring a durable hull and a well-planned layout, it delivers practical, low-maintenance boating ideal for fishing, commuting, and family day trips.
15.1 ft (4.6 m)
Linder
Linder 460 Arkip
The Linder 460 Arkip is a Swedish-built, rugged, and agile aluminum utility boat that has become a modern classic in Scandinavian waters. With its form-stretched aluminum hull, it combines lightweight efficiency and low fuel consumption with low-maintenance durability, making it an ideal choice for fishing, day trips, and reliable everyday commuting.
14.8 ft (4.51 m)
Linder
Linder Sportsman 445 Catch
The Linder Sportsman 445 Catch is a dedicated, compact sportfishing platform designed for serious anglers. Its durable, low-maintenance aluminum hull paired with an efficient Suzuki DF30 and high-end electronics like the Minn Kota Terrova and Humminbird 360 creates an agile, easily trailered package ideal for lakes and coastal waters.
36.3 ft (11.08 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 11
The Beneteau Antares 11 is a modern and spacious weekend cruiser noted for clever features like its fold-down side terrace. This test focuses on fuel economy across different cruising speeds with twin outboards and highlights specific issues, noting that a heavy boat requires precise trimming and proper engine setup to keep fuel burn in check.
42.5 ft (12.97 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 12 Fly
The Beneteau Antares 12 Fly stands as the flagship of the line, proving to be an impressively versatile cruiser well-suited for long journeys such as the Great Loop. Powered by outboards and featuring a spacious flybridge alongside up to three cabins, it delivers strong liveability and easy docking, though air draft restrictions and higher-speed fuel consumption require mindful trip planning.
22.3 ft (6.8 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 6.80
The Beneteau Antares 6.80 is a versatile and popular compact pilothouse cruiser that punches above its weight in space and practicality. Paired with a Yamaha 115hp four-stroke outboard, it provides a reliable, economical, and well-sheltered platform for weekend cruising and fishing in varying weather conditions.
25 ft (7.6 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 760
The Beneteau Antares 760 is a classic, seaworthy wheelhouse cruiser powered by a single inboard diesel on a straight shaft. Renowned for its safe, all-weather capabilities, it features a deep and secure cockpit, excellent helm visibility, and practical overnight accommodations for weekend coastal cruising.
24 ft (7.23 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 780
This performance and speed test features the Beneteau Antares 780 rigged with a Yamaha 200 hp outboard, representing the hull's maximum power rating. The 200 hp engine provides ample power reserves, fast planing, and a top speed around 34–36 knots, elevating the capabilities of this popular all-weather wheelhouse family weekender.
19 ft (5.7 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 6
The Beneteau Antares 6 is a versatile and clever pocket cruiser offering safe, all-weather boating for couples or small families. With its enclosed pilothouse, flexible cockpit, and easily trailerable dimensions, it serves as an excellent, manageable entry-point into weekend cruising.
24.5 ft (7.48 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 7 OB
The Beneteau Antares 7 OB is a versatile, well-packaged pocket cruiser in a manageable size. Featuring a bright, protected wheelhouse, clever cockpit solutions, and overnight accommodation, it delivers impressive all-weather utility for small families.
18.7 ft (5.7 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 6 OB
The Beneteau Antares 6 OB is a versatile and budget-friendly entry-level pilothouse cruiser offering impressive functionality in a compact footprint. With an enclosed, panoramic wheelhouse, an adaptable cockpit, and basic overnighting capabilities, it stands out as an accessible all-rounder for day trips, fishing, and weekend coastal exploring.
33.5 ft (10.22 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 30
The Beneteau Antares 30 is one of the most accessible and cost-effective entry points into flybridge cruising. Powered by a single shaft-drive diesel engine, it offers sensible running costs and manageable maintenance, paired with an impressively spacious two-cabin interior and panoramic views.
24.5 ft (7.48 m)
Beneteau
Beneteau Antares 7 V2
The Beneteau Antares 7 V2 refines the popular compact and trailerable weekender formula. Featuring smart updates such as a practical starboard side boarding door, enhanced cockpit modularity, and a comfortable, weather-protected pilothouse, it serves as an ideal all-weather cruiser for day trips and weekend getaways for small families.
27 ft (8.32 m)
IRON
IRON 827
The IRON 827 blends the rugged bumper protection of a RIB with the spaciousness and sharp hydrodynamics of a rigid fiberglass hull. Engineered by Mannerfelt Design Team, it delivers thrilling performance, high-speed stability, and an aggressive, purpose-built attitude for performance-oriented boaters.
21.4 ft (6.52 m)
IRON
IRON 647
The IRON 647 is an uncompromising hybrid between a RIB and a traditional center console, developed in collaboration with the Mannerfelt Design Team. Featuring a unique integrated rubber collar and a sharp, deep-V hull, it delivers outstanding driving dynamics, high top speeds, and a raw, tactical aesthetic for performance enthusiasts.
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