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Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Xcel
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Celebrity Xcel wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Celebrity Apex
Celebrity Xcel
Size
129,500 GT
140,600 GT
Passengers
2,910
3,260
Year built
2020
2025
Crew ratio
2.2 guests per crew
2.5 guests per crew
Space ratio
44.5 GT per guest
43.1 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
306 m
327 m
From price
$870.77 pp
$1,213.9 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Celebrity Xcel is the larger vessel at 140,600 GT, 9% more than Celebrity Apex's 129,500 GT. Built in 2025, Celebrity Xcel is 5 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Celebrity Apex edges ahead in service at 2.2 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Celebrity Xcel |
| Capacity | Celebrity Xcel |
| Modernity | Celebrity Xcel |
| Service | Celebrity Apex |
| Spaciousness | Celebrity Apex |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Celebrity Xcel |
| Fleet Power | Celebrity Xcel |
Bottom line: Celebrity Xcel leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Celebrity Xcel for overall superiority; pick Celebrity Apex if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Celebrity Apex if
- More crew per guest (2.2 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (44.5 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $124 per person per night)
Choose Celebrity Xcel if
- You want the newer ship (built 2025, 5 years newer)
- Size matters to you (140,600 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,260 guests)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Xcel |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $870.77 pp | $1,213.9 pp |
| Per night | $124 pp | $173 pp |
| Departing | Nov 14 | Nov 21 |
| Duration | 7 nights | 7 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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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.
