AWARDS &
REVIEWS

Axopar is well known for its hugely successful, multi-award winning range of premium motorboats. We have gathered some of the awards the brand has received and a wealth of reviews from the boating press.

Awards

Awards

The Singapore Yachting Festival was kicked off in an exciting way when the Axopar 29 Range won the Yacht Style Awards in the category 'Motoryacht under 10m'

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Axopar Boats has once again, as the only European boat manufacturer, been recognized for its commitment to customer satisfaction, earning the prestigious NMMA (National Marine Manufacturers Association) Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Award for 2024.

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Awards & Press releases

Hosted on stage by Motor Boat & Yachting editor, Hugo Andreae, and senior boat test journalist, Alex Smith, the annual MBY awards are a celebration of boats that have been independently tested, evaluated and debated by the magazine’s editorial staff over the past 12 months.

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Awards & Press releases

The EPY award is one of the most important milestones in Europe’s boating calendar. Winning this award highlights the Axopar 29’s unique ability to meet customer needs across a variety of boating activities.

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Axopar Boats has been recognized as a Kauppalehti Menestyjä (Achiever) for 10 consecutive years, achieving the prestigious “Kestomenestyjä 2015–2024” classification.

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Axopar Boats and Founding Partner Jan-Erik Viitala have won the prestigious 'EY Entrepreneur Of The Year' award and will represent Finland at the 'EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year Championship' in June 2025, joining top global entrepreneurs.

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For Axopar, this recognition celebrates not only the achievements of Jan-Erik Viitala but also reflects the vision and passion that have shaped the company since its founding in 2014.

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The Axopar 29 Sun-Top has been named “Motorboat of the Year 2024” at the Moteur Boat Magazine awards. The award ceremony was held in Cannes, France, on September 13, 2024, recognizing the best boats of the year in various categories.

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Excellence in customer satisfaction lands Axopar Boats the NMMA 2023 Marine Industry CSI Awards

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The electric Axopar 25 wins in the category "Production Electric Boats: Up to 8m / 26ft"

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The Axopar 37 XC was awarded Japan's Boat of the Year 2021 and Grand Prix prize during Japan Boat Show.

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Axopar Boats recieves the 2021 Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Awards for excellence in customer satisfaction.

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The Axopar 22 Spyder won the Motor Boat Awards 2022 in the category "Sportsboats up to 30ft"!

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Winner of European Powerboat of the Year 2022 in the category up to 8 meters!

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The Axopar 22 Spyder wins the Best of Boats Awards 2021 in the category 'Best for Beginners'.

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Axopar Boats is the first European boat builder that has been awarded the Boat of the Year Award in USA with the Axopar 28 Cabin

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Axopar Boats was awarded the NMMA / CSI Customer Satisfaction Award 2019

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The Axopar 28 T-Top announced as Japan’s ’Boat of the Year’!

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The Axopar 37 was awarded “Motor Boat of The Year 2017” in the category Sportsboats and RIBs in the 2017 Motor Boat Awards, considered the Oscars of the motor boat world!

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Axopar won the 2016 Boat Builder Awards for its International Distributor- & Dealer development.

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Reviews & Tests

Short summaries of reviews from the boating press highlighting what they have complimented our boats on, based on their tests and sea trials. There are also full reviews available to read and video reviews to watch.

Fast but safe. Open but sheltered. Spacious but cruise-friendly. Is there anything the Axopar 45 Cross Top can’t do?

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This was one of the most fun and capable center consoles I’ve ever driven. Axopar should have a hit—in a new niche—on its hands.

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Designed to do some serious adventuring.

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In terms of driveability, the 29 is unquestionably elite, and its performance comes from an energy-efficient approach compared to its competitors.

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The 29 XC has a relatively spacious cabin for its size. Three adults can fit comfortably on the aft bench and there is a passenger and driver's seat.

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What these boats are really made for, is cruising at speed. We're going anywhere between 35-40 knots and it just cuts through so beautifully.

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The Axopar 29 is a universally usable, fast and beautiful boat that sets standards in terms of performance, safety, comfort.

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The inviting space on deck, specifically its multiple functions, is the second plank in Axopar’s global success.

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A knifelike hull with a crowd-pleasing layout.

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With careful design, the Axopar team have created more space than you will ever want or need for any family and friends.

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It’s a remarkably comfortable boat, and surprisingly functional.

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The new Axopar 45 runs as fast as a weasel and is as comfortable as a holiday home. We drove it before the premiere.

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She's a sporty handling boat, with exceptional drivability.

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Axopar 22 Revolve is perfect for water skiing, wakeboarding and water toys, but also as a tender or day boat.

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Like the its bigger sister Axopar 37, the Axopar 28 Cabin has refinements that distinguish the soul of the shipyard.

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There is one thing that I am sorry about, that you can’t be here with me at the moment, because this is an incredible boat.

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Out of the companies we’ve come across, they are probably on the top end of that when you see the amount of research and development that goes into their products.

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The way you really feel the Axopar-DNA is the way this thing goes across the water

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Like the major models 28 and 37, this 22 also amazes... the Axopar DNA is clearly present, confirming the sporting character, and definitely modern.

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”As you look at this helm, this is a helm built for a race car driver…it’s got a beautiful dashpod here, fabric finishes, gorgeous suede steering wheel and grab handle”

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In tight turns this hull grips like a roller coaster curve at full speed, while transmitting the best sensations of safety.

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"Great effort has been put into creating driving comfort, driving pleasure and safety in a comfortable combination..."

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Once the moorings have been cast off, a feeling of ease immediately takes over. The boat seems light, the hull glides easily without pushing water...

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The 22 Spyder is a small boat but it has big boat features like deep walkaround decks and a heads compartment incorporated inside the centre console.

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On their visit to Helsinki, Powerboat & RIB magazine produced several in-depth episodes from the launch event.

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Built on a template, there are variations to the layout and construction theme - more than enough to cater for the different needs this boat is likely to serve.

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Axopar 37 is definitely one of the fastest and most classy boats on Lake Geneva. Nevertheless, you always feel safe and in good hands on board.

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It’s so comfortably cruising up to 50 knots, it’s almost laughable

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...the Mk2 version of Axopar’s 28 has an entirely new hull! So popular has it been, with around 1,000 built since it launched in 2014, that the moulds were simply wearing out, so it made perfect sense to revamp the hull in line with the mould replacement.

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Not only was the 37 seaworthy, its tracking and handling were exceptional. Like Boating for Dummies exceptional. Like where-has-this-been-all-my-life exceptional.

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To say the original was successful is an understatement… delighted every journo who had a go behind the wheel. How on earth do you improve that? By talking to to the people who have one, of course.

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...when we got the test boats out in less than ideal weather, we were hooked. Simply stated, we’ve never been on such superb handling boats. They turn on a dime with an excellent combination of grip and stern slide that brings them around with zero prop ventilation. Offshore, they can handle the worst conditions that kept us going even when so many other boats were running for cover. In short, there’s a new standard of handling and comfort…. Axopar.

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...we have no difficulty cruising at full throttle - almost 50 knots - in conditions that would leave most people with common sense at home

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That was incredible... really remarkable... I’ve never seen a boat turn like that.

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You can take this Axopar out, load it with kayaks, paddleboards, mountainbikes, and just immerge in the full experience wherever they decide to land and spend their day.

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Wrapped in camouflage taping, the new Axopar 37 XC screams revolution

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Not a word too much has been said about "Dawn of an evolution"!

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A floating limousine

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One of the roughest conditions we have ever tested a boat in...

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Axopar 28 is a magic carpet, under which the waves even out.

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85 Improvements for a boat that had already claimed numerous awards

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Personality is one among the main strengths of the new Axopar 37 Sun-Top, a completely different boat where economy and quality are surprisingly fused together in a really efficient way

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A collection of in-depth walkthrough videos, created independently by some of Axopar's dealers to showcase each vessel's features.

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The ride from the hull is remarkably smooth”, “The boat responds well to the wheel – quick to steer but sure-footed in the process

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Handsome, smart, agile”, “A turn on the Axopar 37 SC proves this Finnish-built center console has performance to spare

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To me, this is one of the most striking designs around for under A$500,000.”, “Axopar gives you exclusivity, performance and a contemporary touch that was missing from our market ’til now.

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A new milestone!”. “Axopar has with a tremendous pace become an influential boat brand all over the world. The answer can be found in the all new 37 Sports Cabin, the new flagship in the range.

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This Finnish-built beast can turn on a dime—and give you change back”, “If the 37 is any indication, Axopar is ready to bring sales of its boats to the next level

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Versatility is a strong selling point when it comes to power boats, says Kevin Green, and this is something that Finnish company Axopar clearly understands

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If you are expecting the Axopar 28 to look like a traditional 8.5m powerboat, you’re in for a surprise. And if you’re expecting it to perform like one, you’re in for a shock.

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The Axopar 24 is a sleek combination of many boat types”, “HT or a bow rider? Axopar 24 can be both

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The sleek Axopar 37 combines Nordic style with uncompromising performance”, “You could almost describe it as offshore race boat in terms of its style and presence

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Eye-catcher”, “Although the 24 is the smallest in the range, its design is by no means modest or reduced, on the contrary. The Axopar 24 not only looks modern and upscale but also feels like a fully featured family member alongside the larger models

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“I always go out on a limb when I suggest that a boat is the best I have ever reviewed; after all, such a claim doesn’t leave a lot of room to move. After reviewing the Axopar 37 I may just have to reconsider my attitude. This could be the most fun you can have on a day boat.”

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“Wayfarer of a new era”, “One rarely encounters a boat more than 11 meters long that achieves the same kind of driving fun as the big Axopar delivers. The driving response has similarities with large rib-boats, which is a result of the low height, the length and the deep V-bottom”

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“A newcomer from Scandinavia sets new standards”, “In short: rough water performance that puts a never-ending smile on one’s face”

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“It’s a remarkably clever layout that strikes the perfect balance between useable dayboat and focused driving machine.”, “The combination of cutting-edge looks, a deep-vee hull, a sociable deck layout, exhilarating performance and attractive pricing has struck a chord with buyers the world over.”

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“Radical looks & innovative spacious design”, “It has equal appeal for the white-knuckle powerboater as it does for the family man.”, “When you consider what you are getting for the money, the Axopar 24 T-Top is a no-brainer…”

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“At the controls, this progression results in spectacular sensations of acceleration and speed, response and power, with full control of the situation at all times. Spectacular!”, “High performance, full comfort”

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The international Yachting Magazine in the US takes the Axopar 37 T-Top and Cabin out for a spin on choppy seas in Fort Lauderdale. See what they thought about the boats in this short video review.

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“The most sensational new boat of the year?”, “A boat that has it all”, “This boat is comfortable going fast in heavy weather and transforms into a sociable, fun platform the moment the anchor is out.”

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The WebTV of sailing and sea in Corsica - Mediterranean, 20 milles nautiques.tv, tests the Axopar 28 T-Top. See what they thought about the boat in this video review.

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“It’s a fantastic boat to drive!”, “Incredible value for money”, “Wonderful deck spaces, seakindly hull, agile handling and searing performance”

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“The Axopar 24 is set to continue the success of the award-winning Axopar 28 for all those who are looking for a versatile, sporty trailer boat with solid handling characteristics even in rough water, at a competitive price.”

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“The performance and fuel economy are both outstanding. Fit and finish are also first-rate. Its striking design is another feature that will draw in customers.”

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“When you consider what you are getting for your money, the Axopar 28TT is a no-brainer for the wind-in-your-hair powerboater.”, “True to Scandinavian form, the Axopar is no less impressive when it comes to functionality and practicality.”, “She is capable of incredibly tight sure-footed turns, with her stepped hull showing not the slightest intention of losing the plot.”

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“Family favourite”, “The thrill of speed and a driving pleasure. Axopar 24 is easy to drive with a hull that is both easily driven and handles beautifully. Both the driver and the entire family will have a safe ride.”

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“Champion”, “The finish is immaculate and the choice of materials and processing underline the exclusive look”, “In cornering the 24 shows its unprecedented class.”

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“Axopar 37 – The first test of the new SUPERBOAT”, “More length, more width, more cabin, more rib-feel, more visions, more future – and more Mercury”, “Behind the handsome exterior awaits a potent long-distance boat for rough riding.”

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”The versatile trooper”, ”The Axopar 28’s innovative and exciting concept seeks to redefine the experience of boating, whether for recreation, sport or work tasks at sea.”, ”Although it is completely different from other comparable vessels the Axopar 28 actually is conceptually very simple, which allows for great functionality and maximum space utilization.”

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”The Axopar 28 T-Top is just as irresistible as the Open model. In addition to a beautiful finish and original lines, the seaworthiness of its stepped hull is simply breathtaking.”

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“Rarely found versatility with four models, a lot of power on the transom, and outstanding driving characteristics outlines the successful debut of the Finnish Axopar project.”

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“We can state that the formula is cracked: Axopar 28 + 350 horses = Maxed out love”, “Equipped with a 350 hp Mercury the hull shape comes into its own in what can only be described as a "Perfect match".”

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“All round the performance is exceptional whether running into a swell and wind or cruising around a more sedate waterway.”

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“A Scandinavian pleasure”, “The handling, which is solid and confidence inspiring at any speed, can be described with one word: excellent.”

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”The Axopar 28 is astonishing in many respects. First of all because of its atypical looks, and then especially because of the seaworthiness of its hull, which is impossible to fault. Furthermore it is playful as hell and offers exceptional cornering grip.”, ”A rarely equaled driving pleasure”

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“The boat convinces with intelligent, practical design, good quality, striking design, versatility, excellent driving characteristics even in rough conditions and a matching high fun factor”, “All this at an attractive price/performance ratio”

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“Pure driving pleasure”, “The Finnish Axopar developers wanted a unique product with a distinctive look. That has without a doubt been achieved here.”

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“When it comes down to the wire, the Axopar stands out as the most talented all-rounder of the bunch, and combines many of the best elements of the other three boats without ever feeling bland or compromised.”

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“UNBEATABLE!”, “The formidable Axopar 28 Open breaks the codes”, “When SIMPLICITY is synonymous with EFFICIENCY!”

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“Axopar 28 Cabin amazes with its price and brings new thinking to the large pilot house category”, “In fast paced driving in the surf, the Axopar 28 is one of the best boats Venemestari has ever tested”

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“Above the performance, looks and even that awesome hull is the incredible value for money that the 28 OC demonstrates, the boat we tested coming in at £75,000 on the water with such goodies as a bowthruster and Garmin chartplotter.”

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“The daycruiser reinvented”, “It's pleasing to see that they have put their money into creating something that really stands out, while many other manufacturers make boats that are increasingly similar to each other”

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“Cool archipelago cruiser”, “Rugged, elegant and futuristic in its design”, “As an archipelago cruiser, on short, choppy waves, this boat offers an incomparable driving experience”

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“The competitively priced Axopar excels”, “Cabin boat with racing feel”, “Practical, comfortable, clean and bold”, “The AC succeeds to combine driving pleasure with practical comfort, a high future factor and a sensible price”

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“The concept is solid and represents something completely new”, “The driving position provides optimal protection from wind and bad weather”, “The boat is not only solidly built but also soft and comfortable to drive”

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Testimonials

In press and media

New and strong - Axopar 37 spyder

Båtliv - April 2020

Wrapped in camouflage taping, the new Axopar 37 XC screams revolution

Totalvene - March 2020

A seriously updated version - Axopar 37

Hamnen.se - January 2020

Not a word too much has been said about "Dawn of an evolution"! - Axopar 37 XC

Varen - December 2019

A Revolutionary boat - Axopar 37 Range

Båtliv - September 2019

A floating limousine. - Axopar 37 XC

Soundings Online - July 2019

Axopar 28 is a magic carpet, under which the waves even out. - Axopar 28 T-Top

Total Vene, Finland, April 2019

Axopar certainly fulfils the role of a getaway craft in true James Bond style. It is super-fast, easy to maneuver and always easy to board with its self-draining walk-around cockpit.

Boat Sales, Australia, September 2018

85 Improvements for a boat that had already claimed numerous awards

Club Marine, Australia, August/September 2018

... It has done more to reignite the European sportsboat market than any other craft

Motorboat & Yachting, August 29, 2018

Personality is one among the main strengths of the new Axopar 37 Sun-Top, a completely different boat where economy and quality are surprisingly fused together in a really efficient way

Boatandboats Magazine, Italy, June 2018

Few boats offer such a smooth ride and such an easy point and shoot driving experience as the Axopar 37 Sun-Top

POWERBOAT & RIB MAGAZINE, UK, MAY 2018

With the 37, the Finnish builder has blended an aggressive look with an inviting cabin while staying true to the company’s philosophy of efficiency and performance

Yachts International, US, April 2018

If you want to have the most unique boat in the marina, exhilarating performance, and a smooth ride, this is a model you’ll definitely want to check out.

BOATS.COM, US, MARCH 2018

Axopar gives you exclusivity, performance and a contemporary touch that was missing from our market ’til now

Trade-A-Boat, Australia, NOVEMBER 2017

A new milestone

VENEMESTARI, FINLAND, NR 10 2017

Versatility is a strong selling point when it comes to power boats, says Kevin Green, and this is something that Finnish company Axopar clearly understands

Ocean Magazine, Australia, September/October 2017

Axopar is an unusually accurate representation of today's trends in boating

KIPPARI, FINLAND, MAY 2017

The sleek Axopar 37 combines Nordic style with uncompromising performance

Club Marine, Australia, January 2017

Handling and ride are in a class of their own

TRADE-A-BOAT MAGAZINE, AUSTRALIA, DECEMBER 2016

This Finnish-built beast can turn on a dime—and give you change back. This is a driver’s boat indeed

POWER & MOTORYACHT MAGAZINE, US, NOVEMBER 2016

Rough water performance that puts a never-ending smile on one’s face

BOOTE, GERMANY, NOVEMBER 2016

The combination of cutting-edge looks, a deep-vee hull, a sociable deck layout, exhilarating performance and attractive pricing has struck a chord with buyers the world over

MOTOR BOAT & YACHTING, UK, NOVEMBER 2016

Radical looks & innovative spacious design

POWERBOAT & RIB MAGAZINE, UK, OCTOBER 2016

High performance, full comfort

BARCOS, SPAIN, OCTOBER 2016

A boat that has it all

MOTOR BOAT & YACHTING, UK, AUGUST 2016

The performance and fuel economy are both outstanding

PACIFIC YACHTING, CANADA, JUNE 2016

Incredible value for money

MOTOR BOAT & YACHTING, UK, JUNE 2016

When you consider what you are getting for your money, the Axopar 28TT is a no-brainer for the wind-in-your-hair powerboater

POWERBOAT & RIB MAGAZINE, UK, MAY 2016

The finish is immaculate and the choice of materials and processing underline the exclusive look

DE TELEGRAAF, NETHERLANDS, APRIL 2016

An impeccable commuter for those in touch with the latest trends, and their wallets

BÅTNYTT, SWEDEN, NR 1 2016

Pure driving pleasure

Skipper - Boote & Yachting, Germany, May 2015

A rarely equaled driving pleasure

Moteur Boat, France, May 2015

A boat that absolutely lives up to its ice-cool looks

Motor Boat & Yachting, UK, May 2015

Unbeatable!

Hors-Bord Magazine, France, NR 61 2015

Fast, fun, capable and practical, not to mention temptingly affordable

Motor Boat & Yachting, UK, May 2015

The daycruiser reinvented

Vi Båtägare, Sweden, NR 3 2015

Rugged, elegant and futuristic on its design

Båt Magasinet, Norway NR 1 2015

Quintessential boating in all waters

Bootshandel, Germany, NR 12 2015

Eye-catching looks, attention to detail

Motor Boat & Yachting, UK, January 2014

Simply magnificent handling

Kippari, Finland, NR 8 2014

The Axopar's biggest strength is its exceptional hull

Vene, Finland, NR 11 2014