Vision Jet SF50 vs Phenom 100EV
The Phenom 100EV leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
The Cirrus Aircraft Vision Jet SF50 (introduced 2016) and the Embraer Executive Jets Phenom 100EV (introduced 2016) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are business jets, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. On paper they are closely matched, so the decision usually turns on cabin, economics and availability. The spec-by-spec breakdown below is followed by a mission-fit read and a buyer's recommendation.
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Vision Jet SF50 vs Phenom 100EV: the key differences
- The Vision Jet SF50 delivers 8% more range (Vision Jet SF50: 1,275 nm; Phenom 100EV: 1,178 nm).
- The Phenom 100EV delivers 28% more cruise speed (Vision Jet SF50: 305 kt; Phenom 100EV: 390 kt).
- The Vision Jet SF50 and Phenom 100EV are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 7 seats.
- The Phenom 100EV is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (10,582 lbs versus 6,000 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
- The two differ in powerplant layout: the Vision Jet SF50 runs 1 engine against 2 on the Phenom 100EV — a factor in redundancy, maintenance scope and operating cost.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for regional and short-to-medium legs, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the Vision Jet SF50 seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the Vision Jet SF50 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The Phenom 100EV can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
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Vision Jet SF50 vs Phenom 100EV: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Vision Jet SF50 or the Phenom 100EV?
The Vision Jet SF50 has the longer published range — 1,275 nm versus 1,178 nm for the Phenom 100EV.
Which is faster, the Vision Jet SF50 or the Phenom 100EV?
The Phenom 100EV cruises faster, at 390 kt versus 305 kt for the Vision Jet SF50.
Is the Vision Jet SF50 or the Phenom 100EV the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Phenom 100EV is the larger aircraft — 10,582 lbs versus 6,000 lbs for the Vision Jet SF50.
Should I buy the Vision Jet SF50 or the Phenom 100EV?
On published specifications the Vision Jet SF50 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The Phenom 100EV can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
Still weighing up the Vision Jet SF50 vs Phenom 100EV?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.