Catamarans

Catamarans have grown from a niche category into one of the fastest-growing segments of the boat-for-sale market, driven largely by charter operators and owners who want the stability and space a twin-hull design provides. Because the hulls sit apart rather than heeling under sail, catamarans stay level at anchor and underway — a major draw for families, first-time owners, and anyone prone to seasickness.

Builders like Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot, and Leopard (built by Robertson & Caine) dominate the sailing catamaran market, while a growing number of power catamarans offer the same stability with the convenience of twin diesel engines and no sails to manage. The tradeoff for that stability and space is typically a higher purchase price and wider beam, which can limit marina and haul-out options.