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 Fantasy
Gross Tonnage
Brilliance of the Seas
90,090 GT
Disney Fantasy
129,750 GT
Length
Brilliance of the Seas
293 m
Disney Fantasy
340 m
Beam
Brilliance of the Seas
32 m
Disney Fantasy
37 m
Passengers
Brilliance of the Seas
2,501
Disney Fantasy
4,000
Crew
Brilliance of the Seas
848
Disney Fantasy
1,450
Decks
Brilliance of the Seas
—
Disney Fantasy
—
Year Built
Brilliance of the Seas
2,002
Disney Fantasy
2,012
Space Ratio
Brilliance of the Seas
36.0 GT/pax
Disney Fantasy
32.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Brilliance of the Seas
2.95 :1
Disney Fantasy
2.76 :1
| Specification | Brilliance of the Seas | Disney Fantasy |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Disney Cruise Line |
| Class | Radiance Class | Dream Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,002 | 2,012Winner |
| 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 | 9445590 |
Disney Fantasy 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 2012, Disney Fantasy is 10 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Disney Fantasy |
| Capacity | Disney Fantasy |
| Modernity | Disney Fantasy |
| Service | Disney Fantasy |
| Spaciousness | Brilliance of the Seas |
Bottom line: Disney Fantasy 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 Fantasy
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 | 8.7 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
