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Anthem of the Seas vs MSC Poesia
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Anthem of the Seas wins 6 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Anthem of the Seas
MSC Poesia
Size
168,666 GT
92,627 GT
Passengers
4,180
2,550
Year built
2015
2008
Crew ratio
2.8 guests per crew
2.6 guests per crew
Space ratio
40.4 GT per guest
36.3 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
348 m
293 m
From price
$803.93 pp
$478.35 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Anthem of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 168,666 GT, 82% more than MSC Poesia's 92,627 GT. Anthem of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.4 GT per passenger versus 36.3. Built in 2015, Anthem of the Seas is 7 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Anthem of the Seas |
| Capacity | Anthem of the Seas |
| Modernity | Anthem of the Seas |
| Service | MSC Poesia |
| Spaciousness | Anthem of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Anthem of the Seas |
| Fleet Power | Anthem of the Seas |
Bottom line: Anthem of the Seas leads 6–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Anthem of the Seas for overall superiority; pick MSC Poesia if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Anthem of the Seas if
- You want the newer ship (built 2015, 7 years newer)
- Size matters to you (168,666 GT)
- More onboard variety (4,180 guests)
- More space per guest (40.4 GT per guest)
Choose MSC Poesia if
- More crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew)
- Lower fares per night (from $37 per person per night)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Anthem of the Seas | MSC Poesia |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $803.93 pp | $478.35 pp |
| Per night | $268 pp | $96 pp |
| Departing | Oct 30 | Oct 17 |
| Duration | 3 nights | 5 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
