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Brilliant Lady vs Celebrity Equinox
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Celebrity Equinox wins 6 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Brilliant Lady
Celebrity Equinox
Size
110,000 GT
122,000 GT
Passengers
2,770
2,852
Year built
2025
2009
Crew ratio
2.4 guests per crew
2.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
39.7 GT per guest
42.8 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
278 m
315 m
From price
$1,095 pp
$1,430.43 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Celebrity Equinox is the larger vessel at 122,000 GT, 11% more than Brilliant Lady's 110,000 GT. Built in 2025, Brilliant Lady is 16 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Celebrity Equinox edges ahead in service at 2.3 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Celebrity Equinox |
| Capacity | Celebrity Equinox |
| Modernity | Brilliant Lady |
| Service | Celebrity Equinox |
| Spaciousness | Celebrity Equinox |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Celebrity Equinox |
| Fleet Power | Celebrity Equinox |
Bottom line: Celebrity Equinox leads 6–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Celebrity Equinox for overall superiority; pick Brilliant Lady if Modernity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Celebrity Equinox if
- Size matters to you (122,000 GT)
- More onboard variety (2,852 guests)
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (42.8 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Brilliant Lady | Celebrity Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $1,095 pp | $1,430.43 pp |
| Per night | No data | $143 pp |
| Departing | Nov 25 | Nov 9 |
| Duration | null nights | 10 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Celebrity Equinox
10 Night Greece, Italy & Malta Cruise
Celebrity • Celebrity Equinox
Oct 30, 2026 · 10 nights
Iberian Peninsula
$1,494/person$149/night
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10 Night Greece, Italy & Malta Cruise
Celebrity • Celebrity Equinox
Nov 9, 2026 · 10 nights
Mediterranean
$1,430/person$143/night
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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.
