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)
Harmony of the Seas
MSC Euribia
Gross Tonnage
Harmony of the Seas
226,963 GT
MSC Euribia
205,700 GT
Length
Harmony of the Seas
362 m
MSC Euribia
331 m
Beam
Harmony of the Seas
66 m
MSC Euribia
47 m
Passengers
Harmony of the Seas
6,687
MSC Euribia
6,327
Crew
Harmony of the Seas
2,100
MSC Euribia
2,140
Decks
Harmony of the Seas
—
MSC Euribia
—
Year Built
Harmony of the Seas
2,016
MSC Euribia
2,023
Space Ratio
Harmony of the Seas
33.9 GT/pax
MSC Euribia
32.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Harmony of the Seas
3.18 :1
MSC Euribia
2.96 :1
| Specification | Harmony of the Seas | MSC Euribia |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Oasis Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,016 | 2,023Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 226,963 GTWinner | 205,700 GT |
| Length | 362 mWinner | 331 m |
| Beam | 66 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,687Winner | 6,327 |
| Crew | 2,100 | 2,140Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 33.9 GT/paxWinner | 32.5 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.18:1 | 2.96:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9682875 | 9901544 |
Harmony of the Seas is the larger vessel at 226,963 GT — 10% more than MSC Euribia's 205,700 GT. Built in 2023, MSC Euribia is 7 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. MSC Euribia edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.0:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Harmony of the Seas |
| Capacity | Harmony of the Seas |
| Modernity | MSC Euribia |
| Service | MSC Euribia |
| Spaciousness | Harmony of the Seas |
Bottom line: Harmony of the Seas wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Harmony of the Seas
Large 6,687-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,687 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2016 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
MSC Euribia
Large 6,327-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,327 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2023 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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47 m |
| Draft | 9.3 mWinner | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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