Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
AIDACosma
AIDAnova
Gross Tonnage
AIDACosma
183,858 GT
AIDAnova
183,858 GT
Length
AIDACosma
337 m
AIDAnova
337 m
Beam
AIDACosma
42 m
AIDAnova
42 m
Passengers
AIDACosma
5,200
AIDAnova
5,200
Crew
AIDACosma
1,550
AIDAnova
1,500
Decks
AIDACosma
—
AIDAnova
—
Year Built
AIDACosma
2,022
AIDAnova
2,018
Space Ratio
AIDACosma
35.4 GT/pax
AIDAnova
35.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
AIDACosma
3.35 :1
AIDAnova
3.47 :1
| Specification | AIDACosma | AIDAnova |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | AIDA Cruises | AIDA Cruises |
| Class | Helios Class | Helios Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,022Winner | 2,018 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 183,858 GT | 183,858 GT |
| Length | 337 m | 337 m |
| Beam | 42 m | 42 m |
| Draft | 8.6 m | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,200 | 5,200 |
| Crew | 1,550Winner | 1,500 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 35.4 GT/pax | 35.4 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.35:1Winner | 3.47:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Italy | Italy |
| IMO Number | 9781865 | 9781853 |
Built in 2022, AIDACosma is 4 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. AIDACosma edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Tie |
| Capacity | AIDACosma |
| Modernity | AIDACosma |
| Service | AIDACosma |
| Spaciousness | Tie |
Bottom line: AIDACosma wins more categories (3 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
AIDACosma
Large 5,200-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,200 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
AIDAnova
Large 5,200-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,200 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2018 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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