Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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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)
Crown Princess
Sapphire Princess
Gross Tonnage
Crown Princess
113,561 GT
Sapphire Princess
115,875 GT
Length
Crown Princess
290 m
Sapphire Princess
290 m
Beam
Crown Princess
36 m
Sapphire Princess
38 m
Passengers
Crown Princess
3,080
Sapphire Princess
2,670
Crew
Crown Princess
1,100
Sapphire Princess
1,100
Decks
Crown Princess
—
Sapphire Princess
—
Year Built
Crown Princess
2,006
Sapphire Princess
2,004
Space Ratio
Crown Princess
36.9 GT/pax
Sapphire Princess
43.4 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Crown Princess
2.80 :1
Sapphire Princess
2.43 :1
| Specification | Crown Princess | Sapphire Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Princess Cruises | Princess Cruises |
| Class | Grand Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,006Winner | 2,004 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 113,561 GT | 115,875 GTWinner |
| Length | 290 m | 290 m |
| Beam | 36 m | 38 mWinner |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,080Winner | 2,670 |
| Crew | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.9 GT/pax | 43.4 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.80:1 | 2.43:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | MHI Nagasaki |
| Flag | Bermuda | Bermuda |
| IMO Number | 9293399 | 9228198 |
Sapphire Princess offers more personal space with a space ratio of 43.4 GT per passenger versus 36.9. Built in 2006, Crown Princess is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Sapphire Princess edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Sapphire Princess |
| Capacity | Crown Princess |
| Modernity | Crown Princess |
| Service | Sapphire Princess |
| Spaciousness | Sapphire Princess |
Bottom line: Sapphire Princess wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Crown Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,080-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,080 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Sapphire Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
43 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Decks | — | — |
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