The Beneteau Sense 50 2010 vs Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story: intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 measures 55,8 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 5,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Beneteau Sense 50 2010 at 50,1 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Beneteau Sense 50 2010 tips the scales at 33 720 lbs - 13 720 lbs more than the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 at 20 000 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 75 hp, the Beneteau Sense 50 2010 has a 73-hp advantage over the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012's 2-hp ceiling - enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 carries 1 057 gallons versus 110 gallons in the Beneteau Sense 50 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Beneteau Sense 50 2010 caps at 15. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 could be the deciding factor.
The Beneteau Sense 50 2010 has a documented displacement of 33 720 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.
The Beneteau Sense 50 2010 uses Sloop rigging. The Beneteau Sense 50 2010 has a documented auxiliary engine of 75 hp.
For extended cruising, water capacity matters: the Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 carries 211 gallons versus 151 gallons on the Beneteau Sense 50 2010 - a significant advantage on longer passages where watermaker or provisioning stops aren't guaranteed.
Bottom line: The Beneteau Swift Trawler 52 2012 at 55,8 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Beneteau Sense 50 2010 at 50,1 ft is the easier, lower-cost option - simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.