Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 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)
Genting Dream
Mein Schiff 1
Gross Tonnage
Genting Dream
151,300 GT
Mein Schiff 1
111,500 GT
Length
Genting Dream
335 m
Mein Schiff 1
316 m
Beam
Genting Dream
40 m
Mein Schiff 1
36 m
Passengers
Genting Dream
3,400
Mein Schiff 1
2,894
Crew
Genting Dream
2,000
Mein Schiff 1
1,000
Decks
Genting Dream
—
Mein Schiff 1
—
Year Built
Genting Dream
2,016
Mein Schiff 1
2,018
Space Ratio
Genting Dream
44.5 GT/pax
Mein Schiff 1
38.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Genting Dream
1.70 :1
Mein Schiff 1
2.89 :1
| Specification | Genting Dream | Mein Schiff 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Dream Cruises | TUI Cruises |
| Class | Dream Class | Legacy |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,016 | 2,018Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 151,300 GTWinner | 111,500 GT |
| Length | 335 mWinner | 316 m |
| Beam | 40 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,400Winner | 2,894 |
| Crew | 2,000Winner | 1,000 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 44.5 GT/paxWinner | 38.5 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 1.70:1Winner | 2.89:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Turku |
| Flag | Bahamas | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9731037 | 9783576 |
Genting Dream is the significantly larger vessel at 151,300 GT — 36% more than Mein Schiff 1's 111,500 GT. Genting Dream offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.5 GT per passenger versus 38.5. Built in 2018, Mein Schiff 1 is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Genting Dream |
| Capacity | Genting Dream |
| Modernity | Mein Schiff 1 |
| Service | Genting Dream |
| Spaciousness | Genting Dream |
Bottom line: Genting Dream wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Genting Dream
Built in 2016 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
45 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
3,400 passengers means tons of activities
Large 3,400-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Mein Schiff 1
Built in 2018 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good value for money
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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36 m |
| Draft | — | 12.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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