Embraer Phenom 100 vs Cirrus Vision SF50

The Cirrus SF50 Vision Jet and Embraer Phenom 100 are very different aircraft despite both being "personal jets" — the SF50 is a single-engine V-tail personal jet with CAPS parachute (~311 kt); the Phenom 100 is a twin-engine very-light-jet (~390 kt) certified to FAR Part 23 commuter category.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Embraer Phenom 100
For sale now
124
Median asking
$2,400,000
Range
$1,846,361–$3,121,185
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
18
Source marketplaces
10
Model years available
2009–2025
Cirrus Vision SF50
For sale now
42
Median asking
$2,999,950
Range
$1,035,000–$3,599,965
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
24
Source marketplaces
10
Model years available
2016–2025

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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Embraer Phenom 100 Cirrus Vision SF50
Embraer Phenom 100
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Median $2,400,000
 Cirrus Vision SF50
View 43 listings →
Median $2,999,950
Price Range $1,846,361 – $3,121,185 $1,035,000 – $3,599,965
Category Very Light Jet Very Light Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 6 7
Cruise Speed 360 kts (667 km/h) 311 kts (576 km/h)
Range 1,178 nm (2,182 km) 1,200 nm (2,222 km)
Service Ceiling 41,000 ft (12,497 m) 31,000 ft (9,449 m)
Max Gross Weight 10,472 lbs (4,750 kg) 6,040 lbs (2,740 kg)
Useful Load 2,400 lbs (1,089 kg) 2,180 lbs (989 kg)
Fuel Capacity 319.0 gal (1207 L) 296.0 gal (1120 L)
Fuel Burn 100.0 GPH (378 L/h) 50.0 GPH (189 L/h)
TBO 3,500 hrs 4,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $250,000 $250,000
Annual Fixed $250,000 $200,000
Hourly Variable $1,500 $950
Engines 2 x Turbofan 1 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Embraer Phenom 100

Fuel$550/hr
Variable$1,500/hr
Annual Fixed$250,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $550,000/yr

Cirrus Vision SF50

Fuel$275/hr
Variable$950/hr
Annual Fixed$200,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $390,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Embraer Phenom 100 or Cirrus Vision SF50?

Bottom line: Choose the SF50 Vision Jet for the lowest jet-class entry, single-engine simplicity, the CAPS whole-airframe parachute and the most modern Garmin Perspective Touch cockpit. Step up to the Phenom 100 when you need twin-engine redundancy, higher cruise speed and a true twin-jet (vs personal-jet) airframe — at much higher operating cost.

Pick the Phenom 100 if…

  • Faster cruise — 360 kts vs 311 kts.
  • More inventory — 103 listings vs 43.

Pick the Vision SF50 if…

  • Budget matters — from $1,035,000 vs $1,846,361, you save ~$811,361.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$950/hr vs $1500/hr.
  • More seats — 7 vs 6.
  • Longer range — 1200 nm vs 1178 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2016 vs 2008.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Embraer Phenom 100 or Cirrus Vision SF50?
It depends on your mission and budget. The Phenom 100 cruises at 360 kts with 1,178 nm range. The Vision SF50 cruises at 311 kts with 1,200 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cirrus Vision SF50: from $3,250,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Embraer Phenom 100 and Cirrus Vision SF50?
Seats: 6 vs 7. Cruise: 360 vs 311 kts. Range: 1178 vs 1200 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Phenom 100: about $1500/hr variable cost. Vision SF50: about $950/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Phenom 100: 6 seats / 2,400 lb useful load. Vision SF50: 7 seats / 2,180 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Phenom 100: 3,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$250,000. Vision SF50: 4,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$250,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
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