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)
Disney Magic
Disney Wish
Gross Tonnage
Disney Magic
84,000 GT
Disney Wish
144,000 GT
Length
Disney Magic
294 m
Disney Wish
341 m
Beam
Disney Magic
32 m
Disney Wish
39 m
Passengers
Disney Magic
2,713
Disney Wish
4,000
Crew
Disney Magic
950
Disney Wish
1,555
Decks
Disney Magic
—
Disney Wish
—
Year Built
Disney Magic
1,998
Disney Wish
2,022
Space Ratio
Disney Magic
31.0 GT/pax
Disney Wish
36.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Disney Magic
2.86 :1
Disney Wish
2.57 :1
| Specification | Disney Magic | Disney Wish |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Disney Cruise Line | Disney Cruise Line |
| Class | Magic Class | Triton Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 1,998 | 2,022Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 84,000 GT | 144,000 GTWinner |
| Length | 294 m | 341 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 39 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,713 | 4,000Winner |
| Crew | 950 | 1,555Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 31.0 GT/pax | 36.0 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.86:1 | 2.57:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9126819 | 9834739 |
Disney Wish is the significantly larger vessel at 144,000 GT — 71% more than Disney Magic's 84,000 GT. Disney Wish offers more personal space with a space ratio of 36.0 GT per passenger versus 31.0. Built in 2022, Disney Wish is 24 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Disney Wish |
| Capacity | Disney Wish |
| Modernity | Disney Wish |
| Service | Disney Wish |
| Spaciousness | Disney Wish |
Bottom line: Disney Wish wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Disney Magic
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Disney Wish
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Large 4,000-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,000 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 8.2 m | 8.6 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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