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)
Anthem of the Seas
Oasis of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Anthem of the Seas
168,666 GT
Oasis of the Seas
225,282 GT
Length
Anthem of the Seas
348 m
Oasis of the Seas
362 m
Beam
Anthem of the Seas
41 m
Oasis of the Seas
60 m
Passengers
Anthem of the Seas
4,180
Oasis of the Seas
6,780
Crew
Anthem of the Seas
1,500
Oasis of the Seas
2,165
Decks
Anthem of the Seas
—
Oasis of the Seas
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Year Built
Anthem of the Seas
2,015
Oasis of the Seas
2,009
Space Ratio
Anthem of the Seas
40.4 GT/pax
Oasis of the Seas
33.2 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Anthem of the Seas
2.79 :1
Oasis of the Seas
3.13 :1
| Specification | Anthem of the Seas | Oasis of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Quantum Class | Oasis Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,015Winner | 2,009 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 168,666 GT | 225,282 GTWinner |
| Length | 348 m | 362 mWinner |
| Beam | 41 m | 60 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,180 | 6,780Winner |
| Crew | 1,500 | 2,165Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 40.4 GT/paxWinner | 33.2 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.79:1Winner | 3.13:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | STX Finland |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9656096 | 9383936 |
Oasis of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 225,282 GT — 34% more than Anthem of the Seas's 168,666 GT. Anthem of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.4 GT per passenger versus 33.2. Built in 2015, Anthem of the Seas is 6 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Oasis of the Seas |
| Capacity | Oasis of the Seas |
| Modernity | Anthem of the Seas |
| Service | Anthem of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Anthem of the Seas |
Bottom line: Anthem of the Seas wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Anthem of the Seas
4,180 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 4,180-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
40 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Oasis 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
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 8.8 m | 9.3 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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