Departs in 2 days$519/person$74/night
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Norwegian Prima vs Star of the Seas
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Star of the Seas wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Norwegian Prima
Star of the Seas
Size
142,500 GT
250,800 GT
Passengers
3,215
7,600
Year built
2022
2025
Crew ratio
2.3 guests per crew
3.2 guests per crew
Space ratio
44.3 GT per guest
33.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
294 m
365 m
From price
$519 pp
$1,012.04 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Star of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 250,800 GT, 76% more than Norwegian Prima's 142,500 GT. Norwegian Prima offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.3 GT per passenger versus 33.0. Built in 2025, Star of the Seas is 3 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Star of the Seas |
| Capacity | Star of the Seas |
| Modernity | Star of the Seas |
| Service | Norwegian Prima |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Prima |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Star of the Seas |
| Fleet Power | Star of the Seas |
Bottom line: Star of the Seas leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Star of the Seas for overall superiority; pick Norwegian Prima if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Norwegian Prima if
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (44.3 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $74 per person per night)
Choose Star of the Seas if
- You want the newer ship (built 2025, 3 years newer)
- Size matters to you (250,800 GT)
- More onboard variety (7,600 guests)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Norwegian Prima | Star of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $519 pp | $1,012.04 pp |
| Per night | $74 pp | $145 pp |
| Departing | Sep 27 | Oct 11 |
| Duration | 7 nights | 7 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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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.
