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)
Pride of America
Ruby Princess
Gross Tonnage
Pride of America
80,439 GT
Ruby Princess
113,561 GT
Length
Pride of America
280 m
Ruby Princess
290 m
Beam
Pride of America
32 m
Ruby Princess
36 m
Passengers
Pride of America
2,186
Ruby Princess
3,080
Crew
Pride of America
927
Ruby Princess
1,100
Decks
Pride of America
—
Ruby Princess
—
Year Built
Pride of America
2,005
Ruby Princess
2,008
Space Ratio
Pride of America
36.8 GT/pax
Ruby Princess
36.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Pride of America
2.36 :1
Ruby Princess
2.80 :1
| Specification | Pride of America | Ruby Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Princess Cruises |
| Class | America Class | Grand Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,005 | 2,008Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 80,439 GT | 113,561 GTWinner |
| Length | 280 m | 290 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 36 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,186 | 3,080Winner |
| Crew | 927 | 1,100Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.8 GT/pax | 36.9 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.36:1Winner | 2.80:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Ingalls Shipbuilding | Fincantieri |
| Flag | United States | Bermuda |
| IMO Number | 8701193 | 9378462 |
Ruby Princess is the significantly larger vessel at 113,561 GT — 41% more than Pride of America's 80,439 GT. Built in 2008, Ruby Princess is 3 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Pride of America edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.4:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Ruby Princess |
| Capacity | Ruby Princess |
| Modernity | Ruby Princess |
| Service | Pride of America |
| Spaciousness | Ruby Princess |
Bottom line: Ruby Princess wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Pride of America
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Ruby Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,080-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,080 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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| Draft | 8.3 m | 8.6 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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