Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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)
MSC Seashore
MSC Splendida
Gross Tonnage
MSC Seashore
169,400 GT
MSC Splendida
137,936 GT
Length
MSC Seashore
339 m
MSC Splendida
333 m
Beam
MSC Seashore
41 m
MSC Splendida
38 m
Passengers
MSC Seashore
5,632
MSC Splendida
4,363
Crew
MSC Seashore
1,648
MSC Splendida
1,313
Decks
MSC Seashore
—
MSC Splendida
—
Year Built
MSC Seashore
2,021
MSC Splendida
2,009
Space Ratio
MSC Seashore
30.1 GT/pax
MSC Splendida
31.6 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
MSC Seashore
3.42 :1
MSC Splendida
3.32 :1
| Specification | MSC Seashore | MSC Splendida |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Class | Seaside Evo Class | Fantasia Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,021Winner | 2,009 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 169,400 GTWinner | 137,936 GT |
| Length | 339 mWinner | 333 m |
| Beam | 41 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,632Winner | 4,363 |
| Crew | 1,648Winner | 1,313 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 30.1 GT/pax | 31.6 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.42:1 | 3.32:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Aker Yards |
| Flag | Malta | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9745354 | 9359791 |
MSC Seashore is the significantly larger vessel at 169,400 GT — 23% more than MSC Splendida's 137,936 GT. Built in 2021, MSC Seashore is 12 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. MSC Splendida edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3.3:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Seashore |
| Capacity | MSC Seashore |
| Modernity | MSC Seashore |
| Service | MSC Splendida |
| Spaciousness | MSC Splendida |
Bottom line: MSC Seashore wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
MSC Seashore
Large 5,632-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
5,632 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2021 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
MSC Splendida
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 4,363-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,363 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
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38 m |
| Draft | 8.6 m | 8.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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