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)
Brilliant Lady
Liberty of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Brilliant Lady
110,000 GT
Liberty of the Seas
154,407 GT
Length
Brilliant Lady
278 m
Liberty of the Seas
339 m
Beam
Brilliant Lady
38 m
Liberty of the Seas
56 m
Passengers
Brilliant Lady
2,770
Liberty of the Seas
4,960
Crew
Brilliant Lady
1,150
Liberty of the Seas
1,360
Decks
Brilliant Lady
—
Liberty of the Seas
—
Year Built
Brilliant Lady
2,025
Liberty of the Seas
2,007
Space Ratio
Brilliant Lady
39.7 GT/pax
Liberty of the Seas
31.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Brilliant Lady
2.41 :1
Liberty of the Seas
3.65 :1
| Specification | Brilliant Lady | Liberty of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Virgin Voyages | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Virgin Class | Freedom Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,025Winner | 2,007 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 154,407 GTWinner |
| Length | 278 m | 339 mWinner |
| Beam | 38 m | 56 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,770 | 4,960Winner |
| Crew | 1,150 | 1,360Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 39.7 GT/paxWinner | 31.1 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.41:1Winner | 3.65:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Aker Yards |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9915547 | 9330032 |
Liberty of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 154,407 GT — 40% more than Brilliant Lady's 110,000 GT. Brilliant Lady offers more personal space with a space ratio of 39.7 GT per passenger versus 31.1. Built in 2025, Brilliant Lady is 18 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Liberty of the Seas |
| Capacity | Liberty of the Seas |
| Modernity | Brilliant Lady |
| Service | Brilliant Lady |
| Spaciousness | Brilliant Lady |
Bottom line: Brilliant Lady wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Brilliant Lady
Built in 2025 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Liberty of the Seas
Large 4,960-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,960 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 m | 9.1 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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