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Catamaran Comparison · 2026

Excess 14 vs Nautitech 44

Two near-neighbours in the 44–47 foot class — here's how they actually differ on the water.

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At a Glance

Excess
Excess 14

The Excess 14 is a 47-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 44

The Nautitech 44 is a 44-foot 4-cabin catamaran launched in 2019. Best for performance, open space lovers, family. A proven family-friendly layout.

Quick Comparison

Spec Excess 14 Nautitech 44
Length overall 47 ft (14.32 m) 44 ft (13.3 m)
Beam 7.85 m 7.36 m
Cabins (guest + crew) 4 + 2 4 + 2
Max guests 8 8
Year introduced 2022 2019
Best for performance, modern lovers, couples performance, open space lovers, family
Standout amenity AC, generator AC, generator
Charter regions Caribbean, Mediterranean, Atlantic & Offshore Caribbean, Mediterranean
Indicative price (bareboat low season) $16,500 $7,000
Indicative price (crewed peak season) $41,500 $57,500
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Pricing data drawn from current-season bookings across BVI and Mediterranean bases. Updated quarterly.

What Would Each Boat Actually Cost You?

Design & Comfort Differences

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

  1. Saloon and deck space. The Excess 14 has a classic enclosed saloon with a wide aft deck; the Nautitech 44 offers a more conventional enclosed saloon. The Nautitech 44 specifically targets open-space lovers — the indoor/outdoor flow is the headline feature.
  2. 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.
  3. Amenities & kit. Excess 14 comes with AC, generator, watermaker, solar, dinghy. Nautitech 44 adds a similar kit, with the same core list.

Performance Differences

Neither boat is a racer; both are cruising catamarans. But the Excess 14.

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 Excess 14's wider 7.85 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 14 starts at $16,500/week bareboat (low season, BVI or Greece) and the Nautitech 44 starts at $7,000/week. At the high end (crewed, peak season) we see the Excess 14 reach $41,500/week and the Nautitech 44 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 14. 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 44. It's specifically tuned for indoor-outdoor living and the finish is the more premium of the two.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Excess 14 bigger than the Nautitech 44? ▾
The Excess 14 is 47 ft (14.32 m) long with a 7.85 m beam, while the Nautitech 44 is 44 ft (13.3 m) with a 7.36 m beam. The Excess 14 is the longer boat, but the difference of 3 ft may be marginal once you step on board.
Which is better for a family — Excess 14 or Nautitech 44? ▾
The Nautitech 44 is the stronger family pick — designed with performance / open space lovers in mind, with 4 guest cabins and a layout forgiving for kids new to sailing. The Excess 14 leans performance / modern lovers — fine for older families with sailing experience.
Which is better value — Excess 14 or Nautitech 44? ▾
The Nautitech 44 is the lower-priced option (starts around $7,000/week bareboat), with the Excess 14 starting around $16,500/week. The price difference of ~$9,500/week is usually worth it if you specifically want performance; otherwise the Nautitech 44 gives you most of the experience.
Can the Excess 14 and Nautitech 44 charter in the same destinations? ▾
Excess 14: Caribbean, Mediterranean, Atlantic & Offshore. Nautitech 44: 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 14: 4 guest cabins + 2 crew cabin(s), sleeps up to 8 guests in standard charter config. Nautitech 44: 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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