boat review & performance tests

Expert boat review and test results for the best boats on the water

Looking for an honest boat review before you make your decision? This blog gathers trusted reviews from journalists, owners, and the TMG Yachts team, covering every detail from layout to performance.

Each boat review offers a closer look at how Lagoon Catamarans perform in real-world conditions. You’ll find walkthroughs, sea trials, and side-by-side comparisons to help you assess which model suits your lifestyle.

Explore our archive of reviews featuring the best boats in the cruising world. Whether you’re comparing sail vs. power or evaluating different sizes, every boat review here is designed to inform and empower.

BOAT REVIEWS

Lagoon SIXTY 7 MY First Impressions

Lagoon SIXTY 7 MY First Impressions

The newest member of the Lagoon fleet just premiered at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2019. 

The Lagoon SIXTY 7 Motor Yacht gained some serious traction over the course of the show. 

Founder John Cowpe and QLD manager Rowan McMahon had a long look on the vessel and this is what they had to say…

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The Layout, the Rig, the Reputation – Lagoon 40 Was the Obvious Choice – Mike

The Layout, the Rig, the Reputation – Lagoon 40 Was the Obvious Choice – Mike

Mike and his family purchased their Lagoon 40, Ticketyboo, for charter in the Whitsundays. After sailing through 35-knot winds and 3-metre swells during their delivery trip, the Lagoon 40 proved its capability. But for Mike, it was more than just performance that sold him on the brand.
“We chose Lagoon for a lot of reasons – the reputation, competitive pricing, and the new model’s smart layout. The sailing rig is definitely at the performance end, and we liked that too. Ultimately, it made sense for charter, and Lagoon ticked every box.”
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46 vs 450

46 vs 450

An in-depth analysis of the New Generation Lagoon 46 in comparison to its predecessor the Lagoon 450F.

While the 450F and the 46 are closely related, the different between them is typical of the design and technological advancements that Lagoon and VPLP are renowned for.

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Lagoon First Experience

Lagoon First Experience

Marnie Ebeling has sailed all her life and has been on many Lagoons before but had never been sailing. Over the weekend with winds of 15 to 20 kts she hopped on board Blue Pointer a Lagoon 440 owned by Greg and Sue Harding for an enjoyable cruise down Lake Macquarie.

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Wonderful winter pick up…

Wonderful winter pick up…

Taking hand of your Lagoon in the magical Mediterranean summer sounds spectacular, however it may actually not be the best time for you.

There is something so romantic about a French winter. You could gift yourself a new boat and change things up with a white Christmas onboard your water home.

Here’s why winter might be a better option for your pick up…

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Cruising Helmsman Magazine Lagoon 42 Review

Cruising Helmsman Magazine Lagoon 42 Review

It’s now been over two years since the Lagoon 42 was launched in Australia, so Phil Ross, editor of Cruising Helmsman magazine, decided to take a closer look at the multi award-winning 42 and find out why this boat has been such a hugely successful model for Lagoon.

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Lagoon 46 Preview

Lagoon 46 Preview

TMG The Multihull Group take an in-depth look at the development of the New Lagoon 46 with one of the world’s leading multihull designers, Vincent Lauriot-Prévost.

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