Spots going fastScenic Eclipse vs Silver Cloud
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
Scenic Eclipse offers more personal space with a space ratio of 77.0 GT per passenger versus 68.5. Built in 2019, Scenic Eclipse is 25 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Silver Cloud edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 1.1:1, meaning more crew per guest.
Score: 4 – 3
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Category
Scenic Eclipse
Silver Cloud
Size
17,545 GT
17,400 GT
Passengers
228
254
Year Built
2019
1994
Crew Ratio
1:1.3
1:1.1
Space Ratio
77.0
68.5
Decks
—
—
Length
168m
157m
From Price
—
$21,400/pp
Comparison Verdict
Scenic Eclipse offers more personal space with a space ratio of 77.0 GT per passenger versus 68.5. Built in 2019, Scenic Eclipse is 25 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Silver Cloud edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 1.1:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Scenic Eclipse |
| Capacity | Silver Cloud |
| Modernity | Scenic Eclipse |
| Service | Silver Cloud |
| Spaciousness | Scenic Eclipse |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | Scenic Eclipse |
| Fleet Power | Silver Cloud |
Bottom line: Scenic Eclipse leads 4–3 across our categories — strongest in Size. Choose Scenic Eclipse for overall superiority; pick Silver Cloud if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Scenic Eclipse if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2019, 25yr newer)
- Size matters to you (17,545 GT)
- More space per guest (77.0 GT/pax)
Choose Silver Cloud if...
- More onboard variety (254 guests)
- Better service ratio (1.1:1 crew ratio)
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Sailing Prices
| Scenic Eclipse | Silver Cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | — | $21,400 pp |
| Departing | — | Aug 20 |
| Duration | — | 17 nights |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data — gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
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; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better — more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices are sourced from Cruisebound and reflect real-time availability. They may change based on cabin type, date, and demand. Click through to see the latest fares.
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