Catamaran Comparison · 2026
Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 vs Nautitech 44
Two near-neighbours in the 38–44 foot class — here's how they actually differ on the water.
At a Glance
The Lucia 40 is a 38-foot 3-cabin catamaran launched in 2017. Best for couples, small family, first time charter. A balanced cruiser that does many things well.
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 | Lucia 40 | Nautitech 44 |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 38 ft (11.73 m) | 44 ft (13.3 m) |
| Beam | 6.5 m | 7.36 m |
| Cabins (guest + crew) | 3 + 1 | 4 + 2 |
| Max guests | 6 | 8 |
| Year introduced | 2017 | 2019 |
| Best for | couples, small family, first time charter | performance, open space lovers, family |
| Standout amenity | AC, watermaker | AC, generator |
| Charter regions | Caribbean, Mediterranean, Mexico & Central America, Red Sea & Middle East, Northern Europe & Baltic, US East Coast & Florida | Caribbean, Mediterranean |
| Indicative price (bareboat low season) | $8,000 | $7,000 |
| Indicative price (crewed peak season) | $22,500 | $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:
- Saloon and deck space. The Lucia 40 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.
- Cabin configuration. Both boats offer 3 (Lucia 40) vs 4 (Nautitech 44) guest cabins. If you need 4 equal cabins for a multi-couple charter, the Nautitech 44 is the better fit. Otherwise they're both fine for a single-family layout.
- Amenities & kit. Lucia 40 comes with AC, watermaker, dinghy, solar. Nautitech 44 adds generator.
Performance Differences
Neither boat is a racer; both are cruising catamarans. But the Nautitech 44.
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 44's wider 7.36 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 Lucia 40 starts at $8,000/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 Lucia 40 reach $22,500/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?
Choose the Nautitech 44. It's the calmer, family-oriented platform; the layout is forgiving for first-time charterers with kids aboard.
Choose the Nautitech 44. It was designed with sailing performance in mind — the helm feels more responsive and you'll enjoy being on the wind.
Choose the Nautitech 44. It's specifically tuned for indoor-outdoor living and the finish is the more premium of the two.
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