Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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
Vision of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Allure of the Seas
225,282 GT
Vision of the Seas
78,340 GT
Length
Allure of the Seas
362 m
Vision of the Seas
279 m
Beam
Allure of the Seas
60 m
Vision of the Seas
32 m
Passengers
Allure of the Seas
6,780
Vision of the Seas
2,000
Crew
Allure of the Seas
2,100
Vision of the Seas
742
Decks
Allure of the Seas
—
Vision of the Seas
—
Year Built
Allure of the Seas
2,010
Vision of the Seas
1,998
Space Ratio
Allure of the Seas
33.2 GT/pax
Vision of the Seas
39.2 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Allure of the Seas
3.23 :1
Vision of the Seas
2.70 :1
| Specification | Allure of the Seas | Vision of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Oasis Class | Vision Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010Winner | 1,998 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 225,282 GTWinner | 78,340 GT |
| Length | 362 mWinner | 279 m |
| Beam | 60 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,780Winner | 2,000 |
| Crew | 2,100Winner | 742 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 33.2 GT/pax | 39.2 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.23:1 | 2.70:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX Finland | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9383948 | 9106302 |
Allure of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 225,282 GT — 188% more than Vision of the Seas's 78,340 GT. Vision of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 39.2 GT per passenger versus 33.2. Built in 2010, Allure of the Seas is 12 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Allure of the Seas |
| Capacity | Allure of the Seas |
| Modernity | Allure of the Seas |
| Service | Vision of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Vision 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
Vision of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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32 m |
| Draft | 9.3 mWinner | 8 m |
| Decks | — | — |