Which yacht is best for you? As always, it’s all about personal choice. Some people choose a yacht on its characteristics (incidentally the 440 Fly has won 1 award, most recently for "Motor Yacht 13-15m").
If your priority is guest accommodation then the Galeon 440 Fly offers well-appointed accommodation for up to 7 guests with its 3 cabin layout option. Most of its rivals, including the Galeon 460 Fly and Prestige 460, share the same 7 guest sleeping capacity, making them excellent choices for those seeking to enjoy their yachting experience with family and friends. The 440 Fly benefits from a full-beam master cabin with an en-suite bathroom, hull side windows and a dressing table is a standout. The Gulf Craft 43 Fly and Princess F45, although designed for slightly smaller groups of 4 guests in 2 cabins, still offer an exceptional level of comfort for short trips and overnight getaways.
Each yacht also brings unique features to the forefront. The Galeon 460 Fly impresses with its extensive range of 993 nautical miles, ideal for long voyages. The Gulf Craft 43 Fly, Prestige 460, Princess F45, Sessa Marine Fly47, Beneteau Yachts Swift Trawler 48, Grand Banks 47 Heritage CL, Sealine F430 and Absolute 47 FLY all feature shallow drafts for yachts of this size, allowing them to navigate waters inaccessible to deeper vessels. The Princess F45 focuses on performance and efficiency, with a cruising speed of 27 knots. Meanwhile, the Sealine F430 offers the best raw performance, with a maximum speed of 32 knots.
Despite stiff competition, the Galeon 440 Fly 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 Galeon Flybridge range or indeed its competitors. Browse our hand-picked selection of 8 competing models.