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
Odyssey of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Brilliance of the Seas
90,090 GT
Odyssey of the Seas
169,379 GT
Length
Brilliance of the Seas
293 m
Odyssey of the Seas
347 m
Beam
Brilliance of the Seas
32 m
Odyssey of the Seas
41 m
Passengers
Brilliance of the Seas
2,501
Odyssey of the Seas
4,198
Crew
Brilliance of the Seas
848
Odyssey of the Seas
1,551
Decks
Brilliance of the Seas
—
Odyssey of the Seas
—
Year Built
Brilliance of the Seas
2,002
Odyssey of the Seas
2,021
Space Ratio
Brilliance of the Seas
36.0 GT/pax
Odyssey of the Seas
40.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Brilliance of the Seas
2.95 :1
Odyssey of the Seas
2.71 :1
| Specification | Brilliance of the Seas | Odyssey of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Radiance Class | Quantum Ultra Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,002 | 2,021Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 90,090 GT | 169,379 GTWinner |
| Length | 293 m | 347 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 41 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,501 | 4,198Winner |
| Crew | 848 | 1,551Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.0 GT/pax | 40.4 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.95:1 | 2.71:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9195200 | 9795737 |
Odyssey of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 169,379 GT — 88% more than Brilliance of the Seas's 90,090 GT. Odyssey of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.4 GT per passenger versus 36.0. Built in 2021, Odyssey of the Seas is 19 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Capacity | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Modernity | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Service | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Odyssey of the Seas |
Bottom line: Odyssey of the Seas wins more categories (5 vs 0), 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
Odyssey of the Seas
Built in 2021 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
4,198 passengers means tons of activities
Large 4,198-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
40 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 8.6 m | 8.8 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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