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)
Freedom of the Seas
Liberty of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Freedom of the Seas
154,407 GT
Liberty of the Seas
154,407 GT
Length
Freedom of the Seas
339 m
Liberty of the Seas
339 m
Beam
Freedom of the Seas
56 m
Liberty of the Seas
56 m
Passengers
Freedom of the Seas
4,515
Liberty of the Seas
4,960
Crew
Freedom of the Seas
1,360
Liberty of the Seas
1,360
Decks
Freedom of the Seas
—
Liberty of the Seas
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Year Built
Freedom of the Seas
2,006
Liberty of the Seas
2,007
Space Ratio
Freedom of the Seas
34.2 GT/pax
Liberty of the Seas
31.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Freedom of the Seas
3.32 :1
Liberty of the Seas
3.65 :1
| Specification | Freedom of the Seas | Liberty of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Freedom Class | Freedom Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,006 | 2,007Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 154,407 GT | 154,407 GT |
| Length | 339 m | 339 m |
| Beam | 56 m | 56 m |
| Draft | 9 m | 9.1 mWinner |
| Decks | — | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,515 | 4,960Winner |
| Crew | 1,360 | 1,360 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 34.2 GT/paxWinner | 31.1 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.32:1Winner | 3.65:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Aker Yards | Aker Yards |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9304033 | 9330032 |
Freedom of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 34.2 GT per passenger versus 31.1. Freedom of the Seas edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.3:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Tie |
| Capacity | Liberty of the Seas |
| Modernity | Liberty of the Seas |
| Service | Freedom of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Freedom of the Seas |
Bottom line: Freedom of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas are closely matched — your best pick depends on which qualities matter most to you.
Freedom of the Seas
Large 4,515-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,515 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Liberty of the Seas
Large 4,960-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,960 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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