YachtBuyer’s Favorite Production Boats of 2025

Princess focused on quiet progress with the Y72, and that approach still holds up in 2025. The layout hits a rare balance at this size: a strong four-cabin arrangement, a practical crew area, and a main deck that feels open without losing its sense of separation. During testing, YachtBuyer picked out the interior flow and finish as core strengths. The galley position works for both private use and charter, and the detailing in the owner’s suite brings a level of comfort usually reserved for larger platforms.

On the water, the Y72 is calm and predictable, with a soft ride and steering that feels resolute without pushing toward sportiness. Many competitors in this segment lean harder on styling or tech, but the Y72 works because nothing feels forced. It suits long weekends, longer trips, and family use. That breadth is what placed it firmly on this list.

It also holds a place in YachtBuyer’s own history. The Y72 was one of the first models to be inducted into the YachtBuyer Hall of Fame at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival, joining a small group of yachts that earned a flawless YB 5 Star score in independent testing. Its early induction underlined how well this model performs across design, layout, and real-world use, securing its status as a long-term reference point in this size range.

The BGX63 stands apart because it rejects the usual flybridge-template thinking. Bluegame pushed the idea of living close to the waterline, and the result is a layout where the aft lounge and lower deck feel almost like a private waterfront apartment. Jack, YachtBuyer's expert reviews director, singled out this arrangement as one of the most successful executions of a non-traditional internal plan.

The boat’s DNA is still rooted in the Sanlorenzo world, so build quality holds up well, and the ergonomics are unusually thoughtful for a design that looks this bold. The beach-level living space is the headline, but the 63 also performs with a purposeful ease that makes it feel planted at fast cruise. Few boats this year felt as fresh in concept while still working for real owners, which earned it a place in the roundup.

The 495 Flybridge was a standout for its clarity of purpose. Nimbus wanted a 15m boat that owners could run themselves for long stretches aboard, and almost every decision on the boat follows that thread. Highlights of the boat include its practicality, its helm ergonomics, and its sense of considered design, pushing it above its rivals. The asymmetric decks improve circulation, the starboard helm door and boarding gate simplify short-handed docking, and the glass panel that encloses the cockpit is a rare feature at this size.

The flybridge and opening sunroof give the boat a flexibility not usually seen in a cruising-first Nordic design. Interior styling stays sensible, and the three-cabin layout uses space efficiently without overreaching. For owner-drivers looking for a dependable long-distance cruiser that feels easy to live with, the 495 Flybridge was one of the year’s strongest launches.

Replacing the Pearl 62 was always going to be a challenge. The 63 succeeds because it evolves the ideas that made the 62 such a popular model without diluting them. Jack’s tests pointed to small but effective upgrades that make life on board smoother: a longer tender garage that can now take a semi-inflated Williams MiniJet, new cockpit balconies, and improved helm ergonomics. It keeps the four-cabin layout, the private stairway to the owner’s suite, and the IPS setup, all of which already worked well.

Interior design by Kelly Hoppen feels more mature, and the lighting updates give the Pearl yacht a calmer, more cohesive atmosphere. The boat also picked up on owner feedback from the 62, which shows in subtle storage improvements and better cabin detailing. Performance with the IPS1350s is strong, and the cruising sweet spot sits comfortably above 20 knots. For buyers wanting a 60ft flybridge with real volume, style that avoids excess, and a layout that keeps giving, the Pearl 63 felt like the benchmark in 2025.

It was also among the first yachts inducted into the YachtBuyer Hall of Fame at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival. The 63 secured its place with a flawless 5 Star score, recognised for its practical upgrades, balanced layout, and strong performance, marking it as a standout in the 60ft class.

The Swift Trawler 54 represents the other end of the production market: long-range function rather than fast-cruising glamour. The Beneteau boat brings nearly 3,500 liters of fuel, a hull that settles into a predictable mid-teens rhythm, and volume arranged for months aboard rather than long weekends.

The range at displacement speeds sets it apart. At 8 to 10 knots, owners can cover serious distances without worrying about refueling windows. The interior is sensibly executed, with a full-beam owner’s cabin, a bright VIP, and a third cabin that works well for children or as a utility space. Fit and finish is simpler than the higher-priced competition, but the purpose here is different. For buyers chasing true passagemaking capability on a manageable platform, the 54 proved to be one of the most credible cruising tools of the year.

How 2025 Shaped the Production Market

Their strengths also carried through to the YachtBuyer Awards, where several of these models earned top scores during independent testing and secured early places in the YachtBuyer Hall of Fame. Each boat addressed real-world needs with clarity, which is why they made this final list. As the industry moves into 2026, these models set a strong reference point for what production boatbuilding can achieve when function and feel are given equal weight.