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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 7
MSC Seaview
Gross Tonnage
Mein Schiff 7
112,000 GT
MSC Seaview
153,516 GT
Length
Mein Schiff 7
316 m
MSC Seaview
323 m
Beam
Mein Schiff 7
36 m
MSC Seaview
41 m
Passengers
Mein Schiff 7
2,894
MSC Seaview
5,179
Crew
Mein Schiff 7
1,000
MSC Seaview
1,413
Decks
Mein Schiff 7
—
MSC Seaview
—
Year Built
Mein Schiff 7
2,024
MSC Seaview
2,018
Space Ratio
Mein Schiff 7
38.7 GT/pax
MSC Seaview
29.6 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Mein Schiff 7
2.89 :1
MSC Seaview
3.67 :1
| Specification | Mein Schiff 7 | MSC Seaview |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | TUI Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Mein Schiff | Seaside Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,024Winner | 2,018 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 112,000 GT | 153,516 GTWinner |
| Length | 316 m | 323 mWinner |
| Beam | 36 m | 41 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,894 | 5,179Winner |
| Crew | 1,000 | 1,413Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 38.7 GT/paxWinner | 29.6 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.89:1Winner | 3.67:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Turku | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Malta | Malta |
| IMO Number | 9930181 | 9695612 |
MSC Seaview is the significantly larger vessel at 153,516 GT — 37% more than Mein Schiff 7's 112,000 GT. Mein Schiff 7 offers more personal space with a space ratio of 38.7 GT per passenger versus 29.6. Built in 2024, Mein Schiff 7 is 6 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Seaview |
| Capacity | MSC Seaview |
| Modernity | Mein Schiff 7 |
| Service | Mein Schiff 7 |
| Spaciousness | Mein Schiff 7 |
Bottom line: Mein Schiff 7 wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
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
MSC Seaview
Large 5,179-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,179 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2018 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 8.2 m | 8.5 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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