The table show that the logical decision making process produces a very close run contest with the monohull just coming out on top. From the table it can be concluded that the trimaran will be the fastest sailing and the most fun but living with and on it may not be as appropriate. The catamaran has slightly less sailing performance but has the best sailing comfort, thanks to its solid bridge deck giving no spray and minimal heeling Along with a vast improvement in accommodation volume due to the bridge deck the catamaran comes in ahead of the trimaran. Both of the multihull variations do fall down in terms of mooring, total stability and therefore the feeling of safety.

The monohull has the worst sailing performance, relatively, but gains greatly in terms of mooring, ability to carry stores, total stability and feeling of safety. Though a monohull may not get there as quickly but it will be much more habitable than the trimaran and will be able to carry greater amount of stores without noticeable detrimental effects on performance that would occur with the catamaran.

This logical comparison method has chosen a monohull vessel, this as well as the author’s preference of monohulls for this type of cruising yachts has confirmed the best choice to be that of a monohull.