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)
Mein Schiff 4
Mein Schiff 7
Gross Tonnage
Mein Schiff 4
99,436 GT
Mein Schiff 7
112,000 GT
Length
Mein Schiff 4
294 m
Mein Schiff 7
316 m
Beam
Mein Schiff 4
36 m
Mein Schiff 7
36 m
Passengers
Mein Schiff 4
2,506
Mein Schiff 7
2,894
Crew
Mein Schiff 4
1,000
Mein Schiff 7
1,000
Decks
Mein Schiff 4
—
Mein Schiff 7
—
Year Built
Mein Schiff 4
2,015
Mein Schiff 7
2,024
Space Ratio
Mein Schiff 4
39.7 GT/pax
Mein Schiff 7
38.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Mein Schiff 4
2.51 :1
Mein Schiff 7
2.89 :1
| Specification | Mein Schiff 4 | Mein Schiff 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | TUI Cruises | TUI Cruises |
| Class | Mein Schiff | Mein Schiff |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,015 | 2,024Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 99,436 GT | 112,000 GTWinner |
| Length | 294 m | 316 mWinner |
| Beam | 36 m | 36 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,506 | 2,894Winner |
| Crew | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 39.7 GT/paxWinner | 38.7 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.51:1Winner | 2.89:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Turku | Meyer Turku |
| Flag | Malta | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9678408 | 9930181 |
Mein Schiff 7 is the larger vessel at 112,000 GT — 13% more than Mein Schiff 4's 99,436 GT. Built in 2024, Mein Schiff 7 is 9 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Mein Schiff 4 edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.5:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Mein Schiff 7 |
| Capacity | Mein Schiff 7 |
| Modernity | Mein Schiff 7 |
| Service | Mein Schiff 4 |
| Spaciousness | Mein Schiff 4 |
Bottom line: Mein Schiff 7 wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Mein Schiff 4
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Mein Schiff 7
Built in 2024 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Decks | — | — |
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