Williams Minijet 280 vs Navisoul Caral Marine 480
Same money, opposite boats: garage tender or complete RIB?
Williams Minijet 280 
Navisoul Caral Marine 480 Specs and price, head to head
| Williams Minijet 280 | Navisoul Caral Marine 480 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2.8 m | 4.8 m |
| Hull | Fibreglass (GRP), jet drive | Deep-V rigid fibreglass hull |
| Tubes | Hypalon (CSM) | High-quality Hypalon (CSM) |
| Max power | 100 hp | 60 hp |
| Capacity | 3 | 8 |
| Indicative price | ~€18,500–25,000 (new and nearly-new listings) | ~€23,000–25,000 with a 60 hp Suzuki and Hypalon (distributor listings) |
Indicative prices from public listings and distributors (2026); may vary by configuration and season.
Where the Navisoul Caral Marine 480 wins
- For the same money: 2 more metres of boat and 8 seats versus 3
- A self-sufficient day boat, not just a tender
- Universal outboard mechanics: any coastal workshop can service it
- Better consumption and range at cruising speed
Where the Williams Minijet 280 wins
- Fits yacht garages where the 480 simply won't: if that's your constraint, there's no debate
- No propeller: maximum swim-area safety
- Instant jet fun and minimal draft
Our verdict
Honest note: if you need a tender that fits a yacht garage, the Minijet 280 is the right tool and the Navisoul 480 doesn't compete there. But without that constraint, for the same budget the 480 is simply far more boat: length, seats, range and maintenance cost all play in its favour.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Williams Minijet 280 or the Navisoul Caral Marine 480?
Honest note: if you need a tender that fits a yacht garage, the Minijet 280 is the right tool and the Navisoul 480 doesn't compete there. But without that constraint, for the same budget the 480 is simply far more boat: length, seats, range and maintenance cost all play in its favour.
How much does the Navisoul Caral Marine 480 cost?
~€23,000–25,000 with a 60 hp Suzuki and Hypalon (distributor listings). The final price depends on configuration (material, colour, engine): ask for a fixed quote and we reply within 24 working hours.
Are the compared prices for the same configuration?
We always compare the most equivalent configuration possible using public listing and distributor prices from the current year. Market prices change: always confirm the final number in a quote.
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