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)
Harmony of the Seas
MSC World Europe
Gross Tonnage
Harmony of the Seas
226,963 GT
MSC World Europe
215,863 GT
Length
Harmony of the Seas
362 m
MSC World Europe
333 m
Beam
Harmony of the Seas
66 m
MSC World Europe
47 m
Passengers
Harmony of the Seas
6,687
MSC World Europe
6,774
Crew
Harmony of the Seas
2,100
MSC World Europe
2,138
Decks
Harmony of the Seas
—
MSC World Europe
—
Year Built
Harmony of the Seas
2,016
MSC World Europe
2,024
Space Ratio
Harmony of the Seas
33.9 GT/pax
MSC World Europe
31.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Harmony of the Seas
3.18 :1
MSC World Europe
3.17 :1
| Specification | Harmony of the Seas | MSC World Europe |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Oasis Class | World Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,016 | 2,024Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 226,963 GTWinner | 215,863 GT |
| Length | 362 mWinner | 333 m |
| Beam | 66 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,687 | 6,774Winner |
| Crew | 2,100 | 2,138Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 33.9 GT/paxWinner | 31.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.18:1 | 3.17:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX France | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9682875 | 9908134 |
Harmony of the Seas is the larger vessel at 226,963 GT — 5% more than MSC World Europe's 215,863 GT. Built in 2024, MSC World Europe is 8 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Harmony of the Seas |
| Capacity | MSC World Europe |
| Modernity | MSC World Europe |
| Service | MSC World Europe |
| Spaciousness | Harmony of the Seas |
Bottom line: MSC World Europe 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 World Europe
Large 6,774-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,774 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2024 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 m | — |
| Decks | — | — |
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