Catamaran Comparison · 2026

Excess 12 vs Nautitech 47

Two near-neighbours in the 41–47 foot class — here's how they actually differ on the water.

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At a Glance

Excess

Excess 12

The Excess 12 is a 41-foot 4-cabin catamaran launched in 2022. Best for performance, modern lovers, couples. A performance-leaning hull form for sailors who care how it feels on the helm.

Nautitech

Nautitech 47

The Nautitech 47 is a 47-foot 4-cabin catamaran launched in 2022. Best for performance, open space lovers, modern lovers. A performance-leaning hull form for sailors who care how it feels on the helm.

Quick Comparison

Spec	Excess 12	Nautitech 47
Length overall	41 ft (12.45 m)	47 ft (14.3 m)
Beam	6.74 m	7.6 m
Cabins (guest + crew)	4 + 1	4 + 2
Max guests	8	8
Year introduced	2022	2022
Best for	performance, modern lovers, couples	performance, open space lovers, modern lovers
Standout amenity	AC, generator	AC, generator
Charter regions	Caribbean, Mediterranean, Mexico & Central America, US East Coast & Florida	Caribbean, Mediterranean
Indicative price (bareboat low season)	$7,000	$7,000
Indicative price (crewed peak season)	$57,500	$57,500
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Pricing data drawn from current-season bookings across BVI and Mediterranean bases. Updated quarterly.

Design & Comfort Differences

The two boats feel meaningfully different on board, even within the same nominal size class. Three specific differences worth knowing:

Saloon and deck space. The Excess 12 has a classic enclosed saloon with a wide aft deck; the Nautitech 47 offers a more conventional enclosed saloon. The Nautitech 47 specifically targets open-space lovers — the indoor/outdoor flow is the headline feature.
Cabin configuration. Both boats offer 4 symmetrical guest cabins. What differs is cabin shape — the Excess typically uses a forward-galley / island-berth layout, while Nautitech often offsets the galley aft. Worth seeing both layouts before deciding for a couples-only trip.
Amenities & kit. Excess 12 comes with AC, generator, watermaker, solar, dinghy. Nautitech 47 adds a similar kit, with the same core list.

Performance Differences

Neither boat is a racer; both are cruising catamarans. But the Excess 12.

In light air (under 10 knots true wind), the heavier-displacement boat will feel slightly sluggish; in 15–20 knots trade-wind conditions both perform similarly. In big Med Meltemi/Mistral conditions (25+ knots) the Nautitech 47's wider 7.6 m beam will initially feel more stable but pushes more water resistance.

For bareboat charters both behave predictably under sail and under power. We rarely see either one out-sail the other in normal charter conditions.

Price & Value

In current-season data, the Excess 12 starts at $7,000/week bareboat (low season, BVI or Greece) and the Nautitech 47 starts at $7,000/week. At the high end (crewed, peak season) we see the Excess 12 reach $57,500/week and the Nautitech 47 reach $57,500/week.

For most charterers the price difference is small (~$500–$1,500/week) compared to the total trip cost — meaning amenities, layout and your destination matter more than sticker price when choosing between two boats this similar.

Which Should You Choose?

If you're a family with kids

Both boats work for families — compare cabin configs in our detail pages and we'll help you pick the better-fitting layout.

If you want performance / a sailing-feel boat

Choose the Excess 12. It was designed with sailing performance in mind — the helm feels more responsive and you'll enjoy being on the wind.

If you want luxury / open-space

Choose the Nautitech 47. It's specifically tuned for indoor-outdoor living and the finish is the more premium of the two.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Excess 12 bigger than the Nautitech 47? ▾

The Excess 12 is 41 ft (12.45 m) long with a 6.74 m beam, while the Nautitech 47 is 47 ft (14.3 m) with a 7.6 m beam. The Nautitech 47 is the longer boat, but the difference of 6 ft may be marginal once you step on board.

Which is better for a family — Excess 12 or Nautitech 47? ▾

Neither boat is purpose-built for families; both lean performance / modern lovers. For family charters we typically point you toward the Bali 4.4, Lagoon 46, or Astrea 51. Speak to a 2Hulls expert for a specific recommendation.

Which is better value — Excess 12 or Nautitech 47? ▾

In our tracking, the two boats are priced within ~$0/week of each other at the low end, so value depends on which features you weight: the Excess 12 gives you AC, generator, watermaker; the Nautitech 47 gives you AC, generator, watermaker.

Can the Excess 12 and Nautitech 47 charter in the same destinations? ▾

Excess 12: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Mexico & Central America, US East Coast & Florida. Nautitech 47: Caribbean, Mediterranean. Where they overlap (often the Caribbean + Mediterranean), they're both well-supported by local charter fleets and you can usually get a checkout sail either way.

How many guests can each boat sleep? ▾

Excess 12: 4 guest cabins + 1 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 8 guests in standard charter config. Nautitech 47: 4 guest cabins + 2 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 8 guests. Both sleep the same number — your choice depends on layout and amenities.

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