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Norwegian Encore vs Star Princess
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Star Princess wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Norwegian Encore
Star Princess
Size
169,116 GT
175,000 GT
Passengers
3,998
4,300
Year built
2019
2025
Crew ratio
2.3 guests per crew
2.9 guests per crew
Space ratio
42.3 GT per guest
40.7 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
333 m
330 m
From price
$439 pp
$624 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Built in 2025, Star Princess is 6 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Norwegian Encore edges ahead in service at 2.3 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest. Star Princess accommodates 302 more guests (4,300 vs 3,998), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Norwegian Encore trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Star Princess |
| Capacity | Star Princess |
| Modernity | Star Princess |
| Service | Norwegian Encore |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Encore |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Norwegian Encore |
| Fleet Power | Star Princess |
Bottom line: Star Princess leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Star Princess for overall superiority; pick Norwegian Encore if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Norwegian Encore if
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (42.3 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $73 per person per night)
Choose Star Princess if
- You want the newer ship (built 2025, 6 years newer)
- Size matters to you (175,000 GT)
- More onboard variety (4,300 guests)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Norwegian Encore | Star Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $439 pp | $624 pp |
| Per night | $73 pp | $156 pp |
| Departing | Oct 12 | Oct 20 |
| Duration | 6 nights | 4 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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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.
