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)
Norwegian Bliss
Norwegian Breakaway
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Bliss
168,028 GT
Norwegian Breakaway
145,655 GT
Length
Norwegian Bliss
333 m
Norwegian Breakaway
324 m
Beam
Norwegian Bliss
41 m
Norwegian Breakaway
40 m
Passengers
Norwegian Bliss
4,004
Norwegian Breakaway
3,963
Crew
Norwegian Bliss
1,716
Norwegian Breakaway
1,657
Decks
Norwegian Bliss
20
Norwegian Breakaway
—
Year Built
Norwegian Bliss
2,018
Norwegian Breakaway
2,013
Space Ratio
Norwegian Bliss
42.0 GT/pax
Norwegian Breakaway
36.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Bliss
2.33 :1
Norwegian Breakaway
2.39 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Bliss | Norwegian Breakaway |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Class | Breakaway Plus Class | Breakaway Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,018Winner | 2,013 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 168,028 GTWinner | 145,655 GT |
| Length | 333 mWinner | 324 m |
| Beam | 41 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,004Winner | 3,963 |
| Crew | 1,716Winner | 1,657 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 42.0 GT/paxWinner | 36.8 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.33:1Winner | 2.39:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9751509 | 9606900 |
Norwegian Bliss is the larger vessel at 168,028 GT — 15% more than Norwegian Breakaway's 145,655 GT. Norwegian Bliss offers more personal space with a space ratio of 42.0 GT per passenger versus 36.8. Built in 2018, Norwegian Bliss is 5 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Bliss |
| Capacity | Norwegian Bliss |
| Modernity | Norwegian Bliss |
| Service | Norwegian Bliss |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Bliss |
Bottom line: Norwegian Bliss wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Norwegian Bliss
4,004 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2018 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Large 4,004-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
42 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Norwegian Breakaway
Large 3,963-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,963 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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40 m |
| Draft | 8.7 m | 8.7 m |
| Decks | 20 | — |
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