Eclipse 500 vs Embraer Phenom 100

The Eclipse 500/550 and Embraer Phenom 100 are entry VLJs — the Eclipse smaller, faster and cheaper to run; the Phenom roomier with a larger cabin and Embraer support.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle

Eclipse 500
For sale now
21
Model years available
2007–2010
Embraer Phenom 100
For sale now
124
Median asking
$2,449,500
Range
$1,427,757–$4,272,500
Model years available
2009–2023

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Eclipse 500 Embraer Phenom 100
Eclipse 500
View 20 listings →
Median $1,149,000
 Embraer Phenom 100
View 107 listings →
Median $2,449,500
Price Range $409,800 – $1,778,000 $1,427,757 – $4,272,500
Category Very Light Jet Very Light Jet
Model Specifications
Seats 5 6
Cruise Speed 370 kts (685 km/h) 360 kts (667 km/h)
Range 1,125 nm (2,084 km) 1,178 nm (2,182 km)
Service Ceiling 41,000 ft (12,497 m) 41,000 ft (12,497 m)
Max Gross Weight 5,995 lbs (2,719 kg) 10,472 lbs (4,750 kg)
Useful Load 1,570 lbs (712 kg) 2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)
Fuel Capacity 202.0 gal (765 L) 319.0 gal (1207 L)
Fuel Burn 62.0 GPH (235 L/h) 100.0 GPH (378 L/h)
TBO 3,500 hrs 3,500 hrs
Overhaul Cost $200,000 $250,000
Annual Fixed $150,000 $250,000
Hourly Variable $900 $1,500
Engines 2 x Turbofan 2 x Turbofan

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Eclipse 500

Fuel$341/hr
Variable$900/hr
Annual Fixed$150,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $330,000/yr

Embraer Phenom 100

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

Which Should You Buy: Eclipse 500 or Embraer Phenom 100?

Bottom line: Choose the Eclipse for the lowest operating cost and speed; choose the Phenom 100 for a bigger cabin, Embraer support and resale. Eclipse = economy/speed; Phenom 100 = cabin/support.

Pick the 500 if…

  • Budget matters — from $409,800 vs $1,427,757, you save ~$1,017,957.
  • Lower operating cost — ~$900/hr vs $1500/hr.
  • Faster cruise — 370 kts vs 360 kts.

Pick the Phenom 100 if…

  • More seats — 6 vs 5.
  • Longer range — 1178 nm vs 1125 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2008 vs 2006.
  • More inventory — 107 listings vs 20.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Eclipse 500 or Embraer Phenom 100?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 500 cruises at 370 kts with 1,125 nm range. The Phenom 100 cruises at 360 kts with 1,178 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Embraer Phenom 100: from $2,395,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Eclipse 500 and Embraer Phenom 100?
Seats: 5 vs 6. Cruise: 370 vs 360 kts. Range: 1125 vs 1178 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
500: about $900/hr variable cost. Phenom 100: about $1500/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?
500: 5 seats / 1,570 lb useful load. Phenom 100: 6 seats / 2,400 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?
500: 3,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$200,000. Phenom 100: 3,500-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.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data