YachtBuyer - Hall of Fame 2026 Winners

The YachtBuyer 5 Star Rating remains one of the rarest awards in yachting. Each year, only a small number of yachts achieve the score required to enter the YachtBuyer Hall of Fame, with every model assessed through an in-depth review process that examines design, practicality, performance, engineering, and ownership experience.

With 2026 still underway, only one yacht has reached that standard so far. YachtBuyer has already travelled across multiple countries to test a broad range of new models, from owner-operated cruisers and family flybridge yachts to large superyachts, to make sure the awards remain relevant to readers across every sector of the market

What set this year's first winner apart?

The Benetti Oasis 34M - Scaling down a successful yacht is often harder than starting from scratch, yet the Oasis 34M retains almost everything that made the larger Oasis 40M so successful. The standout Oasis Deck remains one of the most compelling outdoor spaces in this size range, while the five-cabin layout, impressive owner's suite, and varied social areas create a yacht that feels larger than its 34-metre length suggests.

During testing, what stood out most was how little had been sacrificed from the 40M platform, resulting in a yacht that delivers exceptional space, strong range, and a highly complete ownership package.

To explore the wider field and see how every yacht performed during testing, browse the complete collection of YachtBuyer reviews.