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
Ovation of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Allure of the Seas
225,282 GT
Ovation of the Seas
168,666 GT
Length
Allure of the Seas
362 m
Ovation of the Seas
348 m
Beam
Allure of the Seas
60 m
Ovation of the Seas
41 m
Passengers
Allure of the Seas
6,780
Ovation of the Seas
4,180
Crew
Allure of the Seas
2,100
Ovation of the Seas
1,500
Decks
Allure of the Seas
—
Ovation of the Seas
—
Year Built
Allure of the Seas
2,010
Ovation of the Seas
2,016
Space Ratio
Allure of the Seas
33.2 GT/pax
Ovation of the Seas
40.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Allure of the Seas
3.23 :1
Ovation of the Seas
2.79 :1
| Specification | Allure of the Seas | Ovation of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Oasis Class | Quantum Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010 | 2,016Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 225,282 GTWinner | 168,666 GT |
| Length | 362 mWinner | 348 m |
| Beam | 60 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,780Winner | 4,180 |
| Crew | 2,100Winner | 1,500 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 33.2 GT/pax | 40.4 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.23:1 | 2.79:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX Finland | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9383948 | 9697753 |
Allure of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 225,282 GT — 34% more than Ovation of the Seas's 168,666 GT. Ovation of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.4 GT per passenger versus 33.2. Built in 2016, Ovation of the Seas is 6 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Allure of the Seas |
| Capacity | Allure of the Seas |
| Modernity | Ovation of the Seas |
| Service | Ovation of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Ovation of the Seas |
Bottom line: Ovation 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
Ovation of the Seas
Built in 2016 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
4,180 passengers means tons of activities
Large 4,180-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
40 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
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41 m |
| Draft | 9.3 mWinner | 8.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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