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)
Norwegian Jewel
Norwegian Prima
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Jewel
93,502 GT
Norwegian Prima
142,500 GT
Length
Norwegian Jewel
294 m
Norwegian Prima
294 m
Beam
Norwegian Jewel
32 m
Norwegian Prima
41 m
Passengers
Norwegian Jewel
2,376
Norwegian Prima
3,215
Crew
Norwegian Jewel
1,037
Norwegian Prima
1,388
Decks
Norwegian Jewel
—
Norwegian Prima
—
Year Built
Norwegian Jewel
2,005
Norwegian Prima
2,022
Space Ratio
Norwegian Jewel
39.4 GT/pax
Norwegian Prima
44.3 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Jewel
2.29 :1
Norwegian Prima
2.32 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Jewel | Norwegian Prima |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Class | Jewel Class | Prima Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,005 | 2,022Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 93,502 GT | 142,500 GTWinner |
| Length | 294 m | 294 m |
| Beam | 32 m | 41 mWinner |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,376 | 3,215Winner |
| Crew | 1,037 | 1,388Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 39.4 GT/pax | 44.3 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.29:1Winner | 2.32:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9245366 | 9823986 |
Norwegian Prima is the significantly larger vessel at 142,500 GT — 52% more than Norwegian Jewel's 93,502 GT. Norwegian Prima offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.3 GT per passenger versus 39.4. Built in 2022, Norwegian Prima is 17 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Prima |
| Capacity | Norwegian Prima |
| Modernity | Norwegian Prima |
| Service | Norwegian Jewel |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Prima |
Bottom line: Norwegian Prima wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Norwegian Jewel
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Norwegian Prima
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
3,215 passengers means tons of activities
44 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Large 3,215-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Free cancellation on most rooms
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8.6 mWinner |
8.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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