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
Wonder of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Allure of the Seas
225,282 GT
Wonder of the Seas
236,857 GT
Length
Allure of the Seas
362 m
Wonder of the Seas
362 m
Beam
Allure of the Seas
60 m
Wonder of the Seas
64 m
Passengers
Allure of the Seas
6,780
Wonder of the Seas
6,988
Crew
Allure of the Seas
2,100
Wonder of the Seas
2,300
Decks
Allure of the Seas
—
Wonder of the Seas
18
Year Built
Allure of the Seas
2,010
Wonder of the Seas
2,022
Space Ratio
Allure of the Seas
33.2 GT/pax
Wonder of the Seas
33.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Allure of the Seas
3.23 :1
Wonder of the Seas
3.04 :1
| Specification | Allure of the Seas | Wonder of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Oasis Class | Oasis Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,010 | 2,022Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 225,282 GT | 236,857 GTWinner |
| Length | 362 m | 362 m |
| Beam | 60 m | 64 mWinner |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,780 | 6,988Winner |
| Crew | 2,100 | 2,300Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 33.2 GT/pax | 33.9 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.23:1 | 3.04:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX Finland | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9383948 | 9838345 |
Wonder of the Seas is the larger vessel at 236,857 GT — 5% more than Allure of the Seas's 225,282 GT. Built in 2022, Wonder of the Seas is 12 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Wonder of the Seas edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.0:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Wonder of the Seas |
| Capacity | Wonder of the Seas |
| Modernity | Wonder of the Seas |
| Service | Wonder of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Wonder of the Seas |
Bottom line: Wonder of the Seas wins more categories (5 vs 0), 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
Wonder of the Seas
6,988 passengers means tons of activities
Large 6,988-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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9.3 m |
| Decks | — | 18 |
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