$2,076/person$173/night
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Caribbean Princess vs Ruby Princess
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Level at 3–3 across 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Caribbean Princess
Ruby Princess
Size
112,894 GT
113,561 GT
Passengers
3,140
3,080
Year built
2004
2008
Crew ratio
2.6 guests per crew
2.8 guests per crew
Space ratio
36.0 GT per guest
36.9 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
290 m
290 m
From price
$1,911 pp
$1,319 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Built in 2008, Ruby Princess is 4 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Caribbean Princess edges ahead in service at 2.6 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Ruby Princess |
| Capacity | Caribbean Princess |
| Modernity | Ruby Princess |
| Service | Caribbean Princess |
| Spaciousness | Ruby Princess |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Tie |
| Fleet Power | Caribbean Princess |
Bottom line: Caribbean Princess and Ruby Princess split 3–3. Choose Caribbean Princess if capacity is your priority; choose Ruby Princess if size matters more.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Caribbean Princess if
- More onboard variety (3,140 guests)
- More crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew)
Choose Ruby Princess if
- You want the newer ship (built 2008, 4 years newer)
- Size matters to you (113,561 GT)
- More space per guest (36.9 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $82 per person per night)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Caribbean Princess | Ruby Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $1,911 pp | $1,319 pp |
| Per night | $159 pp | $82 pp |
| Departing | Dec 5 | Nov 29 |
| Duration | 12 nights | 16 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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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.
