Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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across 5 categories
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)
Allure of the Seas
MSC Euribia
Gross Tonnage
Allure of the Seas
225,282 GT
MSC Euribia
205,700 GT
Length
Allure of the Seas
362 m
MSC Euribia
331 m
Beam
Allure of the Seas
60 m
MSC Euribia
47 m
Passengers
Allure of the Seas
6,780
MSC Euribia
6,327
Crew
Allure of the Seas
2,100
MSC Euribia
2,140
Decks
Allure of the Seas
—
MSC Euribia
—
Year Built
Allure of the Seas
2,010
MSC Euribia
2,023
Space Ratio
Allure of the Seas
33.2 GT/pax
MSC Euribia
32.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Allure of the Seas
3.23 :1
MSC Euribia
2.96 :1
| Specification | Allure of the Seas | MSC Euribia |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Oasis Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010 | 2,023Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 225,282 GTWinner | 205,700 GT |
| Length | 362 mWinner | 331 m |
| Beam | 60 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,780Winner | 6,327 |
| Crew | 2,100 | 2,140Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 33.2 GT/paxWinner | 32.5 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.23:1 | 2.96:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX Finland | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9383948 | 9901544 |
Allure of the Seas is the larger vessel at 225,282 GT — 10% more than MSC Euribia's 205,700 GT. Built in 2023, MSC Euribia is 13 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. MSC Euribia edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.0:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Allure of the Seas |
| Capacity | Allure of the Seas |
| Modernity | MSC Euribia |
| Service | MSC Euribia |
| Spaciousness | Allure of the Seas |
Bottom line: Allure of the Seas wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Allure of the Seas
Large 6,780-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,780 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
MSC Euribia
Large 6,327-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,327 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2023 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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47 m |
| Draft | 9.3 mWinner | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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