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Boeing 737 MAX

Boeing 737 MAX

Boeing's fourth-generation 737 narrow-body, introduced in 2017, grounded globally from 2019 to 2020 after two fatal crashes killed 346 people.

4.2 Poor

apps Top Boeing 737 MAX Alternatives

The top alternative to Boeing 737 MAX in 2026 is Boeing 747-400 with a score of 9.2/10, followed by Boeing 777-300ER (9.0) and Airbus A220-300 (8.8).

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Boeing 747-400

Boeing 747-400

The Boeing 747-400 is a widebody commercial airliner renowned for its size and range. Introduced in 1989, it remains one...

Classic Commercial Long Haul Widebody
9.2 Excellent
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Boeing 777-300ER

Boeing 777-300ER

The Boeing 777-300ER is a long-range widebody commercial aircraft developed for extensive international travel. It’s not...

Modern Commercial Long Haul Widebody
9.0 Excellent
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Airbus A220-300

Airbus A220-300

Originally the Bombardier CSeries CS300, rebranded after Airbus acquired a majority stake in 2018, seating up to 160 pas...

Modern Commercial Regional Narrowbody
8.8 Great
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Boeing 707-320

Boeing 707-320

Intercontinental variant of Boeing's pioneering commercial jet, entering service in 1959 and enabling nonstop transatlan...

Commercial Historic Long Haul Boeing
8.5 Great
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Airbus A321XLR

Airbus A321XLR

Extra-long-range narrow-body variant of the A321neo offering up to 8,700 km range, enabling nonstop transatlantic servic...

Long Range Modern Commercial Narrowbody
8.5 Great
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Boeing 757-200

Boeing 757-200

Boeing's most popular 757 variant, entering service in 1983, prized for strong short-field performance and range suffici...

Classic Commercial Boeing Narrowbody
8.2 Great
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Embraer ERJ-170

Embraer ERJ-170

Brazilian 70–78-seat regional jet introduced in 2002 as the launch member of Embraer's E-jet family, widely credited wit...

Classic Commercial Short Haul Regional Jet
8.1 Great
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McDonnell Douglas DC-9

McDonnell Douglas DC-9

Short-to-medium-range twin-engine narrow-body entering service in 1965, forming the foundation for the later MD-80 and M...

Classic Commercial Short Haul Narrowbody
8.0 Great
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Embraer E195-E2

Embraer E195-E2

Brazilian 120-to-146-seat narrowbody developed by Embraer, the largest of the E-Jet E2 family, first flown in 2019 and n...

Modern Commercial Short Haul Regional Jet
8.0 Great
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Boeing 247

Boeing 247

American twin-engine airliner introduced by Boeing in 1933 and widely regarded as the first modern airliner, incorporati...

Commercial Historic Pioneer Piston
8.0 Great
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Boeing 767-300ER

Boeing 767-300ER

Extended-range widebody twin-jet entering service in 1988, widely favored for transatlantic routes due to its ETOPS cert...

Classic Commercial Long Haul Widebody
7.8 Good
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Boeing 737 Classic

Boeing 737 Classic

Second-generation 737 family (−300/400/500) entering service in 1984, introducing CFM56 turbofan engines to replace the...

Classic Commercial Short Haul Boeing
7.8 Good
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Boeing 727-200

Boeing 727-200

Stretched trijet variant entering service in 1967, the most-produced 727 model with over 1,000 aircraft built for short-...

Classic Commercial Boeing Narrowbody
7.5 Good
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Bombardier CRJ900

Bombardier CRJ900

Canadian 76-to-90-seat regional jet built by Bombardier, entering service in 2003 as a stretched development of the CRJ7...

Modern Commercial Short Haul Regional Jet
7.5 Good
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Airbus A319neo

Airbus A319neo

Smallest member of the A320neo family, entering service in 2018 with CFM LEAP or Pratt & Whitney GTF engines that reduce...

Modern Commercial Short Haul Narrowbody
7.3 Good
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Boeing 747-8

Boeing 747-8

The largest and most fuel-efficient 747 variant, entering service in 2012 with a stretched fuselage and GEnx turbofan en...

Modern Commercial Long Haul Widebody
7.2 Good
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Boeing 717-200

Boeing 717-200

100-seat narrow-body twin-jet derived from the McDonnell Douglas MD-95 design, entering service in 1999 following the Bo...

Modern Commercial Regional Boeing
7.2 Good
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Embraer E175-E2

Embraer E175-E2

Brazilian 80-seat regional jet developed by Embraer as part of the second-generation E-Jet E2 family, featuring new Prat...

Modern Commercial Short Haul Regional Jet
7.2 Good
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Fokker 100

Fokker 100

Dutch short-to-medium-range jet airliner seating 107 passengers, produced by Fokker between 1988 and 1997, and notable a...

Classic Commercial Short Haul Regional Jet
7.2 Good
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Embraer ERJ-145

Embraer ERJ-145

Brazilian 50-seat regional jet produced by Embraer, first flown in 1995, and one of the best-selling regional jets in hi...

Classic Commercial Short Haul Regional Jet
7.2 Good

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Boeing 737 MAX Action
Boeing 747-400
Boeing 747-400
Aircraft Classic Commercial Long Haul
9.2 Excellent +5.0 Compare
Boeing 777-300ER
Boeing 777-300ER
Aircraft Modern Commercial Long Haul
9.0 Excellent +4.8 Compare
Airbus A220-300
Airbus A220-300
Aircraft Modern Commercial Regional
8.8 Great +4.6 Compare
Boeing 707-320
Boeing 707-320
Aircraft Commercial Historic Long Haul
8.5 Great +4.3 Compare
Airbus A321XLR
Airbus A321XLR
Aircraft Long Range Modern Commercial
8.5 Great +4.3 Compare
Boeing 757-200
Boeing 757-200
Aircraft Classic Commercial Boeing
8.2 Great +4.0 Compare
Embraer ERJ-170
Embraer ERJ-170
Aircraft Classic Commercial Short Haul
8.1 Great +3.9 Compare
McDonnell Douglas DC-9
McDonnell Douglas DC-9
Aircraft Classic Commercial Short Haul
8.0 Great +3.8 Compare
Embraer E195-E2
Embraer E195-E2
Aircraft Modern Commercial Short Haul
8.0 Great +3.8 Compare
Boeing 247
Boeing 247
Aircraft Commercial Historic Pioneer
8.0 Great +3.8 Compare

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best alternatives to Boeing 737 MAX?
The top alternatives to Boeing 737 MAX in 2026 include Boeing 747-400, Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A220-300, Boeing 707-320, Airbus A321XLR. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Boeing 737 MAX compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Boeing 737 MAX scores 4.2/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Boeing 737 MAX worth it in 2026?
Boeing 737 MAX scores 4.2/10 in the Aircraft category. We recommend comparing it with the 20 alternatives listed above to find the best fit for your needs.
What is the best free alternative to Boeing 737 MAX?
Several alternatives to Boeing 737 MAX offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Boeing 737 MAX?
Common reasons users look for Boeing 737 MAX alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to Boeing 737 MAX are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Boeing 737 MAX in the Aircraft category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Boeing 737 MAX alternative has the highest rating?
Boeing 747-400 currently holds the highest rating among Boeing 737 MAX alternatives with a score of 9.2/10.
Can I use Boeing 747-400 instead of Boeing 737 MAX?
Boeing 747-400 is one of the top-rated alternatives to Boeing 737 MAX. While they serve similar purposes in the Aircraft space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Boeing 737 MAX?
Pricing varies among Boeing 737 MAX alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Aircraft category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Boeing 737 MAX alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Boeing 737 MAX vs Boeing 747-400: which is better?
Boeing 737 MAX scores 4.2/10 while Boeing 747-400 scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Boeing 737 MAX vs Boeing 777-300ER: which is better?
Boeing 737 MAX scores 4.2/10 while Boeing 777-300ER scores 9.0/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Boeing 737 MAX vs Airbus A220-300: which is better?
Boeing 737 MAX scores 4.2/10 while Airbus A220-300 scores 8.8/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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