Ferretti 580 Rivals

Which yacht is best for you? As always, it’s all about personal choice. Some people choose a yacht on its characteristics (incidentally the 580 has won 1 award, most recently for "Best Layout (13-20m)"). Some people choose their yacht based on its power credentials and the planing hull of the 580 delivers speeds of up to 32 knots. Some may even choose their yacht based upon features such as: award-winning flybridge yacht, three-cabin, 32-knot performance, class-leading flybridge, ips pod drives and spectacular glass.

Accommodation

If accommodating guests overnight is your main concern, then the Ferretti Yachts 580 which offers well-appointed accommodation for up to 6 guests with its 3 cabin layout option does not match its rivals. Many of its competitors including the Princess F55 and Fairline 58 offer slightly more guest accommodation sleeping up to 7 guests in 4 cabins, making them better choices for those seeking to maximise the number of family and friends they can sleep onboard. However, for maximum comfort for the owner, the 580 features a full-beam master cabin with an en-suite bathroom, hull side windows and a walk-in wardrobe. Equivalently, the Azimut Fly 60 and Ferretti Yachts 550 also offer 3 cabins, but with facilities for 6 guests, however they still offer an exceptional level of comfort for family vacations.

Performance

When it comes to cruising speed, the Ferretti Yachts 580 delivers a steady 26 knots and can't keep up with its faster competitors such as the Princess F58 with an impressive cruising speed of knots. The Ferretti Yachts 580 emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed, catering to a different set of priorities. On the other hand, for those not in a hurry the Schaefer Yachts Schaefer 600, with the slowest cruising speed of 24 knots, emphasizes stability and comfort over outright speed and enjoying the journey over the destination.

Unique Characteristics

Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The Sirena Yachts 58 impresses with its extensive range of 850 nautical miles, ideal for long voyages. The Galeon 550 Fly, Greenline 58 Fly and Galeon 560 Fly all feature shallow drafts for yachts of this size, allowing them to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The Pearl Yachts 62 focuses on performance and efficiency, with a cruising speed of 30 knots. Meanwhile, the Princess F58 offers the best raw performance, with a maximum speed of 34 knots.

Summary

Despite stiff competition, the Ferretti 580 stands out with notable features and design elements. These yachts cater to a wide range of preferences and needs, making the choice a matter of personal taste and specific requirements in the world of luxury yachting.

When considering a new (or indeed used) yacht, it’s certainly important to wonder about the alternatives in the Ferretti Yachts Flybridge range or indeed its competitors. Browse our hand-picked selection of 16 competing models.