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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated February 2026
MS Richard With is the significantly larger vessel at 11,205 GT — 321% more than MS Lofoten's 2,661 GT. MS Richard With offers more personal space with a space ratio of 23.8 GT per passenger versus 18.1. Built in 1993, MS Richard With is 29 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
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Category
MS Lofoten
MS Richard With
Size
2,661 GT
11,205 GT
Passengers
147
470
Year Built
1964
1993
Crew Ratio
1:2.8
1:8.3
Space Ratio
18.1
23.8
Decks
—
—
Length
87m
121m
From Price
—
$2,290/pp
Comparison Verdict
MS Richard With is the significantly larger vessel at 11,205 GT — 321% more than MS Lofoten's 2,661 GT. MS Richard With offers more personal space with a space ratio of 23.8 GT per passenger versus 18.1. Built in 1993, MS Richard With is 29 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MS Richard With |
| Capacity | MS Richard With |
| Modernity | MS Richard With |
| Service | MS Lofoten |
| Spaciousness | MS Richard With |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | MS Richard With |
| Fleet Power | MS Richard With |
Bottom line: MS Richard With leads 6–1 across our categories — strongest in Size. Choose MS Richard With for overall superiority; pick MS Lofoten if Service matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MS Richard With if...
- You want the newer ship (built 1993, 29yr newer)
- Size matters to you (11,205 GT)
- More onboard variety (470 guests)
- More space per guest (23.8 GT/pax)
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Sailing Prices
| MS Lofoten | MS Richard With | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | — | $2,290 pp |
| Departing | — | Aug 6 |
| Duration | — | 5 nights |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data — gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
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; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better — more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices are sourced from Cruisebound and reflect real-time availability. They may change based on cabin type, date, and demand. Click through to see the latest fares.
Can I compare more than two ships?
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