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)
Enchantment of the Seas
Rhapsody of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Enchantment of the Seas
82,910 GT
Rhapsody of the Seas
78,491 GT
Length
Enchantment of the Seas
301 m
Rhapsody of the Seas
279 m
Beam
Enchantment of the Seas
32 m
Rhapsody of the Seas
32 m
Passengers
Enchantment of the Seas
2,730
Rhapsody of the Seas
2,000
Crew
Enchantment of the Seas
840
Rhapsody of the Seas
765
Decks
Enchantment of the Seas
—
Rhapsody of the Seas
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Year Built
Enchantment of the Seas
1,997
Rhapsody of the Seas
1,997
Space Ratio
Enchantment of the Seas
30.4 GT/pax
Rhapsody of the Seas
39.3 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Enchantment of the Seas
3.25 :1
Rhapsody of the Seas
2.61 :1
| Specification | Enchantment of the Seas | Rhapsody of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Vision Class | Vision Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 1,997 | 1,997 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 82,910 GTWinner | 78,491 GT |
| Length | 301 mWinner | 279 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 32 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,730Winner | 2,000 |
| Crew | 840Winner | 765 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 30.4 GT/pax | 39.3 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.25:1 | 2.61:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Kvaerner Masa-Yards | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9074927 | 9116864 |
Enchantment of the Seas is the larger vessel at 82,910 GT — 6% more than Rhapsody of the Seas's 78,491 GT. Rhapsody of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 39.3 GT per passenger versus 30.4. Rhapsody of the Seas edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.6:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Enchantment of the Seas |
| Capacity | Enchantment of the Seas |
| Modernity | Tie |
| Service | Rhapsody of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Rhapsody of the Seas |
Bottom line: Enchantment of the Seas and Rhapsody of the Seas are closely matched — your best pick depends on which qualities matter most to you.
Enchantment of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Rhapsody of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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7.8 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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