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)
Brilliance of the Seas
Disney Dream
Gross Tonnage
Brilliance of the Seas
90,090 GT
Disney Dream
129,750 GT
Length
Brilliance of the Seas
293 m
Disney Dream
340 m
Beam
Brilliance of the Seas
32 m
Disney Dream
37 m
Passengers
Brilliance of the Seas
2,501
Disney Dream
4,000
Crew
Brilliance of the Seas
848
Disney Dream
1,450
Decks
Brilliance of the Seas
—
Disney Dream
—
Year Built
Brilliance of the Seas
2,002
Disney Dream
2,011
Space Ratio
Brilliance of the Seas
36.0 GT/pax
Disney Dream
32.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Brilliance of the Seas
2.95 :1
Disney Dream
2.76 :1
| Specification | Brilliance of the Seas | Disney Dream |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Disney Cruise Line |
| Class | Radiance Class | Dream Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,002 | 2,011Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 90,090 GT | 129,750 GTWinner |
| Length | 293 m | 340 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 37 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,501 | 4,000Winner |
| Crew | 848 | 1,450Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.0 GT/paxWinner | 32.4 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.95:1 | 2.76:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9195200 | 9434254 |
Disney Dream is the significantly larger vessel at 129,750 GT — 44% more than Brilliance of the Seas's 90,090 GT. Brilliance of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 36.0 GT per passenger versus 32.4. Built in 2011, Disney Dream is 9 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Disney Dream |
| Capacity | Disney Dream |
| Modernity | Disney Dream |
| Service | Disney Dream |
| Spaciousness | Brilliance of the Seas |
Bottom line: Disney Dream wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Brilliance of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Disney Dream
Large 4,000-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
4,000 passengers means tons of activities
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 | 8.6 m | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
