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MS Nordlys vs Star Pride
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Star Pride wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
MS Nordlys
Star Pride
Size
11,200 GT
9,975 GT
Passengers
479
312
Year built
1994
1988
Crew ratio
8.4 guests per crew
1.6 guests per crew
Space ratio
23.4 GT per guest
32.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
123 m
135 m
From price
No data
$2,796 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
MS Nordlys is the larger vessel at 11,200 GT, 12% more than Star Pride's 9,975 GT. Star Pride offers more personal space with a space ratio of 32.0 GT per passenger versus 23.4. Built in 1994, MS Nordlys is 6 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Star Pride |
| Capacity | MS Nordlys |
| Modernity | MS Nordlys |
| Service | Star Pride |
| Spaciousness | Star Pride |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Star Pride |
| Fleet Power | MS Nordlys |
Bottom line: Star Pride leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Star Pride for overall superiority; pick MS Nordlys if Capacity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MS Nordlys if
- You want the newer ship (built 1994, 6 years newer)
- Size matters to you (11,200 GT)
- More onboard variety (479 guests)
Choose Star Pride if
- More crew per guest (1.6 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (32.0 GT per guest)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | MS Nordlys | Star Pride |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | No sailings | $2,796 pp |
| Per night | No data | $399 pp |
| Departing | No data | Nov 8 |
| Duration | No data | 7 nights |
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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.
