$784/person$112/night
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Koningsdam vs Zaandam
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Koningsdam wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Koningsdam
Zaandam
Size
99,836 GT
63,000 GT
Passengers
2,650
1,432
Year built
2016
2000
Crew ratio
2.6 guests per crew
2.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
37.7 GT per guest
44.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
299 m
238 m
From price
$784 pp
$1,249 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Koningsdam is the significantly larger vessel at 99,836 GT, 58% more than Zaandam's 63,000 GT. Zaandam offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.0 GT per passenger versus 37.7. Built in 2016, Koningsdam is 16 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Koningsdam |
| Capacity | Koningsdam |
| Modernity | Koningsdam |
| Service | Zaandam |
| Spaciousness | Zaandam |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Koningsdam |
| Fleet Power | Koningsdam |
Bottom line: Koningsdam leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Koningsdam for overall superiority; pick Zaandam if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Koningsdam if
- You want the newer ship (built 2016, 16 years newer)
- Size matters to you (99,836 GT)
- More onboard variety (2,650 guests)
- Lower fares per night (from $95 per person per night)
Choose Zaandam if
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (44.0 GT per guest)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Koningsdam | Zaandam |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $784 pp | $1,249 pp |
| Per night | $112 pp | $104 pp |
| Departing | Nov 14 | Dec 7 |
| Duration | 7 nights | 12 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
