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)
Oasis of the Seas
Utopia of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Oasis of the Seas
225,282 GT
Utopia of the Seas
236,860 GT
Length
Oasis of the Seas
362 m
Utopia of the Seas
362 m
Beam
Oasis of the Seas
60 m
Utopia of the Seas
64 m
Passengers
Oasis of the Seas
6,780
Utopia of the Seas
5,668
Crew
Oasis of the Seas
2,165
Utopia of the Seas
2,290
Decks
Oasis of the Seas
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Utopia of the Seas
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Year Built
Oasis of the Seas
2,009
Utopia of the Seas
2,024
Space Ratio
Oasis of the Seas
33.2 GT/pax
Utopia of the Seas
41.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Oasis of the Seas
3.13 :1
Utopia of the Seas
2.48 :1
| Specification | Oasis of the Seas | Utopia of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Oasis Class | Oasis Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,009 | 2,024Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 225,282 GT | 236,860 GTWinner |
| Length | 362 m | 362 m |
| Beam | 60 m | 64 mWinner |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 6,780Winner | 5,668 |
| Crew | 2,165 | 2,290Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 33.2 GT/pax | 41.8 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 3.13:1 | 2.48:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | STX Finland | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9383936 | 9871621 |
Utopia of the Seas is the larger vessel at 236,860 GT — 5% more than Oasis of the Seas's 225,282 GT. Utopia of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.8 GT per passenger versus 33.2. Built in 2024, Utopia of the Seas is 15 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Utopia of the Seas |
| Capacity | Oasis of the Seas |
| Modernity | Utopia of the Seas |
| Service | Utopia of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Utopia of the Seas |
Bottom line: Utopia of the Seas wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Oasis of the Seas
Large 6,780-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
6,780 passengers means tons of activities
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Utopia of the Seas
5,668 passengers means tons of activities
Large 5,668-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
42 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Built in 2024 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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