Bayz 102 by Danube vs Binghatti Aquarise
Side by side on price, unit sizes, payment plan and handover.
Where each one wins
Drawn from the two developments' published prices, plans and handover targets.
Lower entry price
Binghatti Aquarise starts 17% lower, at AED 2,000,000 against AED 2,400,000. Check that you are comparing like with like: the entry unit may be a different size or type.
More space for the money
On average Bayz 102 by Danube works out at about AED 2,888 per sq ft against AED 3,103 at Binghatti Aquarise.
Sooner to complete
Binghatti Aquarise is targeted for Q1 2027, ahead of Bayz 102 by Danube in Q2 2029. Earlier handover means earlier rent, and less time for the market to move against you.
Lighter on cash before handover
Bayz 102 by Danube asks for 69% of the price before handover; Binghatti Aquarise asks for 70%. Bayz 102 by Danube also lets part of the price be paid after you have the keys.
Side by side
| Attribute | Bayz 102 by Danube | Binghatti Aquarise |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Danube Properties | Binghatti |
| Location | Business Bay, Dubai | Business Bay, Dubai |
| Status | Under construction | Under construction |
| Handover | Q2 2029 | Q1 2027 |
| Price from | AED 2,400,000 | AED 2,000,000 |
| Average AED / sq ft | 2,888 | 3,103 |
| Home types | Apartments, penthouses | Apartments |
| Bedrooms | Studio to 5 bed | Studio to 4 bed |
| Sizes | 405 to 1,648 sq ft | 423 to 3,903 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 10/59/1/30 | 20/50/30 |
| Due before handover | 69% | 70% |
| Post-handover payments | Yes | No |
| Fees on entry price (est.) | AED 97,020 | AED 81,020 |
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold |
| Golden Visa range (AED 2m+) | Yes | Yes |
| Total homes | 956 | 1,598 |
Developer list prices and stated targets; each development page shows when its figures were last checked.
Starting prices for the same home type
| Home type | Bayz 102 by Danube | Binghatti Aquarise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom apartments | AED 3,050,0001,126 to 1,464 sq ft | AED 2,909,999856 to 3,127 sq ft | AED 140,001 more at Bayz 102 by Danube |
Bayz 102 by Danube
A 102-level furnished tower in Business Bay with 956 homes from studios to penthouses, a rooftop helipad and Danube's current headline price of AED 2.4 million.
What works
- Central Business Bay location; Danube puts Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and the metro three minutes away.
- Sold fully furnished, with some units offering private pools, according to Danube.
- Property Finder lists 30% payable after handover.
What to weigh
- Completion is given as December 2028, June 2029 and Q4 2029 by different Danube and Property Finder pages.
- Danube's headline price rose to AED 2.4 million while its FAQ still quotes studios from about AED 1.27 million; ask for a current price sheet.
- A 102-level tower: expect long lift waits and above-average service charges, which are not yet published.
Binghatti Aquarise
A Binghatti tower of 1,598 apartments on the Dubai Water Canal in Business Bay. One-bedroom units from AED 2,000,000 on 12 November 2026; Binghatti targets Q1 2027.
What works
- Central location: Binghatti places the tower on the Dubai Water Canal in Business Bay with direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road
- Wide choice of one-bedroom stock: 96 units were in Binghatti's availability feed on 12 November 2026
- Binghatti states that the apartments are generally offered furnished
What to weigh
- Handover dates conflict: Q1 2027 on Binghatti's project page against 29 October 2027 in Binghatti's feed and 30 October 2027 on Property Finder
- Payment plans conflict: Binghatti publishes 20/50/30 while Property Finder's plan data shows 10/40/50
- Binghatti's credit ratings were placed under review in 2026 (Moody's review for downgrade, August 2026; Fitch Rating Watch Negative, March 2026); pay only into the project escrow account named in the SPA
Bayz 102 by Danube or Binghatti Aquarise?
Which is cheaper, Bayz 102 by Danube or Binghatti Aquarise?
Binghatti Aquarise has the lower starting price at AED 2,000,000, compared with AED 2,400,000 at Bayz 102 by Danube. These are developer list prices for the smallest available unit type in each.
Which will be finished first?
Binghatti Aquarise has the earlier target (Q1 2027). Off-plan handover dates are developer estimates and can slip.
How do the payment plans differ?
Bayz 102 by Danube is sold on a 10/59/1/30 plan with 69% due before handover. Binghatti Aquarise is sold on a 20/50/30 plan with 70% due before handover.
Are Bayz 102 by Danube and Binghatti Aquarise by the same developer?
No. Bayz 102 by Danube is by Danube Properties and Binghatti Aquarise is by Binghatti. Compare their delivery records on the developer pages.
Want a straight answer on which to buy?
The right choice depends on your budget, timing and what the property is for. Tell us and we'll give you a recommendation, with the reasons.
- Current price list and availability, direct from the developer
- No fee to you on off-plan purchases: the developer pays us
- One salaried adviser, not on commission, from first call to handover
