Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Embraer Praetor 500

The Cessna Citation M2 and Embraer Phenom 100EV sit in the very light jet category, typically configured for about 4–6 passengers, with the 100EV generally offering slightly more cabin flexibility and range; both are best suited to shorter regional missions. Moving up, the Cessna Citation CJ3+ and CJ4 are light jets with typical seating around 6–9; the CJ4 is the larger, longer-legged option, usually delivering more range than the CJ3+ and better suited to longer nonstop trips. The Embraer Phenom 300E is also a light jet but at the top of the class, commonly seating 7–10 and generally matching or exceeding CJ4-class range while offering a more spacious cabin feel for its segment. The Embraer Praetor 500 steps into the midsize/super-midsize category, typically seating about 8–9, and stands out for materially greater range than the light jets, enabling longer nonstop missions and more operational margin.