Rating of the best catamarans for 2022

A catamaran is a water vessel with two cylinders connected to each other by means of a rigid frame. The history of the design is rooted in the distant past. The ancient Egyptians sailed on them. Watercraft were widely used to transport goods and people. Differed in weight, ease of management, stability on the water surface.

What are the designs

Manufacturers produce catamarans that differ in appearance, parameters, maximum speed, comfort, and basic characteristics. Before making the final choice, it is necessary to determine what it is for, and what you should ultimately expect from it. There are several options:

1. Carry out trips along rivers with weak and strong currents.
2. Participate in competitions.
3. Carry out calm rafting to places of recreation.
4. To fish.
5. Enjoy sailing.
6. Teaching children about water tourism.

Currently, there are a great variety of products:

• sports;
• sailing;
• motor;
• marching.

But such a narrow functionality does not suit everyone. Many tend to participate in serious competitions, and on weekends to gather a family and enjoy the scenery on a calm local river.

Let's dwell on the main models in more detail:

Kinds	Description
Plesovye	They are obviously not suitable for a round-the-world trip, but for relaxing on a calm river - that's what you need. For comfortable operation, tourists equip the model with a motor or a removable sail.
Sports	The main difference is speed and maneuverability, as well as driving performance. The best for rafting on calm water. It is possible to equip them with a sail or a motor. With additional features, they are in high demand. Excellent models for beginners who are fond of water tourism.
Inflatable	Differ in stability, convenient management, a possibility of placement of crew and luggage. Hold the sail. Popular models are equipped with a motor, which makes it possible to move in complete calm.
hiking	What you should pay attention to? The difficulty of the chosen route. The design must meet the highest requirements, be reliable and durable, easy to assemble and repair, easy to transport, with excellent driving performance.

How to choose the right product

Which one is better to buy depends on many factors. Specialists do not make mistakes when choosing, and beginners may encounter certain difficulties. It is worth listening to the recommendations of professionals, getting acquainted with the rating of quality goods, viewing photos and reviews of the owners, reviewing new products, and determining the average price.

It should be borne in mind that cruise liners from the best manufacturers cannot be inexpensive. According to buyers, you need to be careful with online stores. You can order online, but you should consider the possibility of getting a low-quality fake. Difficulty may arise with delivery, due to the significant dimensions.

Experts advise to rent an analogue before buying your own catamaran. Many travel clubs provide such services. There you can choose models for a motor, for fishing, for recreation, budget options and popular models of various lengths, designs and colors. How much this pleasure costs depends on the service provider and the type of watercraft.

The main selection criteria that should be considered for any purchase are as follows.

Manufacturing firm

Give preference to proven and well-established companies in the market. It is impossible to say unequivocally which company is better to purchase a product. Today, such brands as Belraft, Raftmaster, Triton are held in high esteem. Their products are distinguished by high assembly reliability, comfort, and a long service life.

Number of rowers

In most cases, catamarans are available in double and quadruple. They vary in price, have both advantages and disadvantages. It all depends on the requirements of the client. So, four-seaters are considered more clumsy and heavy, so the rowers will have to expend more effort and energy to manage it. Moreover, the more people, the less well-coordinated the team, especially if there are newcomers. Qualitatively pass significant obstacles will be quite difficult.

In the deuce, the perfect coordination of rowers is a prerequisite. Otherwise, entertainment can turn into a serious test. Therefore, if not professionals, but like-minded people have gathered, then you should first try from the four. She forgives minor mistakes.

Design

The size and type of the vessel is of no small importance. These parameters significantly affect the capabilities of a particular watercraft. The type of seats, frame, cylinders and so on is important.

Double layer floats or mono balloon

The collection often contains both internal containers and monocylinders. Professionals recommend opting for high-quality monoballoons. Their volume varies, so everyone should decide on this indicator on their own. Some like nimble boats like the Triton, others like to look down on their 2TT.

Landing

Rest will seem comfortable and exciting if it is convenient for a person to sit on a catamaran. The safety of the athlete and the coherence of his actions depend on the quality of the seat and stops.

Frame

What it is? A structural element is present in a catamaran of any type. In most cases, duralumin pipes are used in its manufacture.The peculiarity lies in their assembly. This affects the rigidity and the ability to keep the shape under significant loads.

The rigid frame is connected by means of bolts. This allows the vessel to quickly respond to control movements. But this design has a negative attitude to all kinds of deformations and can break under significant loads. Elements of the soft frame are attached using rubber twists - special strips cut from used car cameras. It turns out a reliable design that is able to absorb impact energy and make the catamaran more stable. But it turns out a little belated response to control strokes.

Wave safety

Usually, boats follow the wave with their hull. If you install it sideways, you can roll over. The sharp nose of catamarans cuts the waves, so you should not be afraid of unforeseen cases, regardless of the direction of movement and speed. Even with a side impact of a wave, the craft will retain its stability and balance. It should be noted that the significant dimensions of the vessel and its cylinders have a positive effect on the stability of the product.

patency

This indicator depends on the draft, the area of ​​contact with the water surface, and the protection of underwater structural elements. Unlike keel models, a catamaran does not lose its horizontal position and a certain speed when it gets into shallow water. He is not afraid to get entangled in coastal vegetation, snags, rapids, logs. The rigid bottom helps to calmly pass such problem areas. Cylinders located under water have reliable protection against punctures. As for the motor, transom and bottom, they are above the surface of the water.

Weight and elementary assembly

If you get the necessary knowledge and skill, then assembling a catamaran will not be difficult. It is possible to fill the cylinders with air by means of an electric compressor, which is able to operate from a conventional car cigarette lighter. The weight of the product is small, so it is easy to transport and carry to the destination.

Capacity and load capacity

The average length of a catamaran is 5-6 meters. An engine with a capacity of 6 l / s is ready to accelerate it to a speed of 20 km / h. To increase the speed, it is worth getting an engine of 15 l / s. The Fisher series catamaran comfortably accommodates 10 people, while each crew member will have enough free space, personal comfortable chairs with comfortable backs. The giant accelerates to a speed of 20 km / h.

Safety

Unlike keel boats, catamarans are considered stable and unsinkable. Even if the structure is completely covered by a large wave, the force will push the cylinders to the surface, and excess water will leave the vessel through the valves, which will enable the craft to move on without even slowing down.

Comfort

This quality is confirmed by the following characteristics:

• ease of management;
• the ability to select the optimal speed;
• lack of dampness and cold due to the presence of an air gap between the water and the bottom;
• deck-type models with a flat surface that excludes slipping;
• storage compartments and lockers are very roomy;
• you can travel for a long time without stopping;
• if desired, you can equip the vessel with plastic furniture and everything necessary for an active pastime.

Economy indicator

It is ideal for catamarans. Having refueled 10 liters of fuel, you can travel a distance of three hundred kilometers without refueling.If we take into account the real eight-meter giant, then he will have enough fuel for 200 kilometers. The number of people on board does not affect this indicator.

Rating of the best catamarans for 2022

The most inexpensive

Catamaran K - 2

Available in double or quadruple. The floats are of a two-layer type, they consist of an insert chamber and a cover made of durable backpack material. In the production of the bottom, TEZA awning fabric (700 - 800 g / sq.m.) is used. There are loops on the cover for attaching the frame. Deck and inflatable seats are not included. You need to pay extra for them. The vessel can accommodate 4 people and cargo. If there is a need to install additional equipment, then you should take care of the motor or sailing equipment.

The average cost is 22,000 rubles.

• high-quality manufacturing materials;
• concise design;
• no frills;
• suitable for taiga rivers;
• reliability;
• safety;
• long service life;
• convenient to operate.

• missing.

Kids

It is very popular among lovers of outdoor activities and water adventures. Insignificant dimensions allow to carry out trainings within the limits of the pool. Simplicity in management will make it possible to swim easily and comfortably along narrow streams. It is distinguished by symmetrical contours of the nacelles, high “cutting” and a short waterline. Board, bottom and top are made of reinforced fabric. The frame is made of seamless duralumin tubes.

The average price is 28,000 rubles.

• good maneuverability;
• easy access to the shafts;
• reliability;
• wear-resistant fabrics that have passed tear testing;
• the presence of a backpack for carrying gondolas;
• The package includes a repair kit and a cover for the frame.

• not installed.

Delta 280

An excellent boat for fishing enthusiasts. Leads the rating of tenacious, unsinkable, stable structures on rapids and rocky rivers. It has good directional stability, can move at a considerable speed even in strong currents. The frame is made of aluminum alloy, so it weighs a little. On it you can fix wardrobe trunks, motor, transom, rods and other ammunition.

Products are sold at a price of 23,000 rubles.

• there is the possibility of installing various seats, including those with a back;
• fits in a convenient shoulder bag;
• mobility;
• ease of transportation;
• masters hard-to-reach reservoirs;
• light weight;
• assembly efficiency;
• long service life.

• missing.

Vitim 4

An inflatable boat designed for water travel and hiking on the water surface. Management requires experience and certain skills. It can be equipped with a motor up to 5 l / s or sailing equipment up to 7 sq.m. The two-layer construction incorporates an outer shell to provide shape and damage protection, and inner bladders. In the manufacture of the shell, high quality multi-colored material is used. Inner bladders made of rubberized fabric. The manufacturer sewed loops and pockets from slings to the gondola, on which the frame is attached.

The average cost (without a frame) is 29,000 rubles.

• high build quality;
• use of durable material;
• durability;
• ease of use;
• reliability;
• the presence of handles for carrying the structure;
• bottom seams are glued with solid material.

• not installed.

Catamaran K - 6

Belongs to the category of light tourist vessels. Equipped with spindle-shaped floats. The composition includes a cover, the top of which is made of backpack material, quite dense, and an internal insertion chamber. Awning fabric was used for the bottom. The cover has loops for the frame. The deck and inflatable seats are not included in the kit and are sold separately. Provision is made for the installation of a motor and sailing equipment.

It is very popular among those who prefer to travel across wide expanses of water and raft down rapids. For such purposes, manufacturers recommend purchasing special inflatable seats with stops for fixing the knees. The frame in the taiga can be cut down on the spot.

The average price is 32,500 rubles.

• quality fabric;
• strength;
• wear resistance;
• long service life;
• reliability;
• stability;
• comfort;
• versatility.

• not installed.

Foxy

Considered a child model. Used to get the first experience of small tourists. Differs in buoyancy and excellent workmanship. Mainly intended for teenagers, although adults can also use the design for games. The short waterline and high undercut make it easy for the crew to get on the shafts. Stability margin is maximum. All material that is used to manufacture the product is tested for rupture. There is no question where to buy. The goods are sold in all specialized markets.

The average cost is 34,000 rubles.

• participates in children's water tourism competitions;
• compact;
• used for training in indoor pools;
• quality;
• durable;
• safe;
• excellent buoyancy;
• good maneuverability;
• frame made of seamless dural tubes;
• the presence of a repair kit, a cover for the frame, a backpack for transporting gondolas.

• missing.

Middle price segment

Valday 4

Perfect for those who prefer to actively relax in large groups, admiring the charms of nature, the splash of water, the sound of the wind. Used for trips on lakes and rivers up to category 4. Accommodates four to six people and cargo. You can additionally install a transom, deck.

Despite its low weight, it has a good load capacity and running characteristics. It can be moved by one adult. If you further stretch the deck, then it can safely accommodate one or two kids.

The floats are a two-layer construction: on top - a skin, the inside - plug-in gas-containing cylinders. The power shell is made of PVC - a fabric that is quite solid and does not allow damage to the cylinders.

The vessel can be purchased at a price of 58,510 rubles (including the frame included in the kit).

• aircraft alloy frame with anodized finish;
• the fabric used for manufacturing is repairable;
• cylinders with welded-in baffles for safety;
• can be purchased both in the company store and ordered on the manufacturer's website;
• weight - 30 kg;
• withstands long hikes;
• ease of assembly;
• universality;
• maneuverability;
• stability;
• excellent cross;
• ease of maintenance;
• suitable for commercial alloys.

• not identified.

Valday 6

Comfortable and practical inflatable design for 6 or 8 seats. Will master the rivers and lakes up to the 4th category of complexity.As additional equipment, a regular deck, sailing equipment and a transom are provided. Despite its large size, its weight is small. Differs in driving characteristics that allow you to pass both calm lakes and significant obstacles. An indispensable assistant for the rest of a large noisy company. You can easily accommodate eight people, full equipment, a bunch of things and small children on the stretched deck.

Thoughtfully designed with no frills, it is made from thick, durable PVC fabric. In the event of a breakdown, it is easy and simple to repair on the spot. Frame fasteners and cylinder filling units have been thoroughly tested for reliability and wear resistance. Repair kit is included.

The average cost is 71540 rubles.

• optimal ratio of weight and dimensions;
• capacious;
• convenient in service;
• simply assembled and disassembled;
• the possibility of self-repair;
• maneuverability;
• universality;
• functionality;
• stability;
• long service life.

• not installed.

Arctic 600 Expedition

The manufacturer has specially developed a device for carrying out expeditions along categorical rivers. Experts recommend purchasing a structure for a team of 6 people to pass the rapids, as well as rafting at a considerable speed along quiet rivers. You can optionally install a deck for luggage, as well as a motor. Thanks to the comfortable and thoughtful seats, rowers can work at the same time without interfering with each other. Even active maneuvers are successful.

In the manufacture of high-quality Israeli-made fabric with a density of 250 g / sq.m. The inner cylinders are equipped with welded-in baffles for greater safety.All materials can be put in order yourself using the minimum repair kit that is included in the kit.

The average cost is 87,600 rubles.

• functional;
• universal;
• reliable;
• durable;
• maneuverable;
• optimal load capacity;
• safe;
• quality assembly;
• practical seats with stops;
• excellent combination of price and quality;
• there is an assembly kit and a backpack for transportation;
• one year manufacturer's warranty.

• missing.

North

Russian-made four-seater design with a flattened deck. Four inflatable seats are equipped with knee pads. Suitable for both sports and active family holidays. Can be used by beginners for learning. Will master the rivers of 4 - 5 categories of complexity, will cope with the rapids. The presence of an underestimated draft makes it possible for rowers to comfortably manage it. Seats can be removed and installed depending on the expected number of seats.

Floats of a unique shape that allows the vessel to overcome significant obstacles. Due to its small size, it has a low windage, which allows you to calmly pass rivers and lakes, blockages and bottlenecks.

The average price is 59100 rubles.

• light;
• nimble;
• compact;
• excellent buoyancy;
• reliable;
• long service life;
• suitable for learning;
• able to carry one person;
• just going;
• there are no additional complicating elements;
• repairable;
• sold in any specialized store;
• inexpensive.

• not identified.

Premium class

Fountaine Pajot Alegria 67

High-end sailing yachts have been produced by the French manufacturer since 2017. The model is a cruising catamaran with a length of more than 20 meters, a draft of 1.7 m, and a fiberglass hull. Inside there are comfortable passenger cabins in the amount of six pieces. It is the best in the range. Designed for four crew members and twelve passengers.

Outstanding designers have worked on the appearance of the structure. It turned out a full-fledged house on the water surface. It is popular with those who enjoy comfortable sea travel. The main features are the severity of lines, impressive dimensions. The inside steps are safe. There is a jacuzzi with sea water. Solar panels increase the energy autonomy of the vessel. Widely used for sea and ocean long journeys.

The product can be purchased at a price of 145584000 rubles.

• elegant;
• beautiful;
• stylish;
• rich design;
• comfortable;
• functional;
• reliable;
• good;
• use of environmentally friendly materials;
• a small draft makes it possible to surf small water areas;
• the presence of a recreation area and a jacuzzi;
• roomy.

• not everyone can afford such a luxury.

Fountaine Pajot 59

The French shipyard Fountaine Pajot launched the production of comfortable yachts in 2017. This model belongs to the category of cruise catamarans. Length - 18.21 meters, draft - 1.4 m, six passenger cabins are equipped. The body is made of durable certified fiberglass. The cost of the basic configuration is 106761600 rubles.

Sleeping places - 12 pieces, bathrooms - 6, keel - fixed, sailing capacity - 116 sq.m., seaworthiness class - ocean. Upper deck with deck saloon. Operated by a crew of three.

The creators have achieved a unique result: a comfortable yacht with a cozy, soft interior and a modern appearance, a perfect combination of social areas and nooks for private pastime, was born. The developers tried to make it so that all the people who went on a joint trip were comfortable and interesting. The main saloon is 27 sq.m., the flybridge is more than 30 sq.m. All those present on the yacht can gather in these rooms at the same time. You can pick up free space to accommodate a hired crew.

• high comfort;
• safety;
• reliability;
• universality;
• the opportunity to travel in a close family circle or a noisy company of like-minded people;
• excellent layout;
• optimum draft.

• not everyone can purchase such an expensive commodity for personal use.

Fountaine Pajot Elba 45

The length of the sailing cruise catamaran is only 13.45 meters. Inside it is equipped with three passenger cabins. The draft is small - 1.2 m. A large crew is replaced by one captain, who, with experience and knowledge, will successfully cope with this yacht. The design is not defiant, more standard. In the manufacture of the case, durable fiberglass is used. On the upper deck there is a dec-salon.

It is considered a new double-hull vessel. Designers gave preference to modern architectural solutions, which significantly influenced its dimensions. It is longer, sleeker, more functional than its counterparts.Has a lot of free space. In the salon there is a galley and comfortable sofas with tables for pleasant communication.

The average purchase price is 38,013,600 rubles.

• functionality;
• unique design;
• reliability;
• long service life;
• significant dimensions;
• a lot of free space;
• equipped recreation areas;
• elevated control post;
• the presence of a guest cabin;
• can come close to the coast, go into small rivers or canals.

• missing.

Conclusion

Company stores offer a choice of various models of catamarans: deck and truss type, with and without sandwich structures, for going to the open sea and descending along mountain streams. Before making a final decision, it is worth deciding on its main purpose, carefully studying the possibilities and characteristics. It is worth remembering that any product must be reliable, high quality, safe and functional. It should be easy to manage, be subject to restoration on its own. This is the only way to enjoy outdoor activities on your own ship.