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)
Seven Seas Navigator
Seven Seas Splendor
Gross Tonnage
Seven Seas Navigator
28,550 GT
Seven Seas Splendor
55,254 GT
Length
Seven Seas Navigator
171 m
Seven Seas Splendor
224 m
Beam
Seven Seas Navigator
25 m
Seven Seas Splendor
32 m
Passengers
Seven Seas Navigator
490
Seven Seas Splendor
750
Crew
Seven Seas Navigator
324
Seven Seas Splendor
548
Decks
Seven Seas Navigator
—
Seven Seas Splendor
—
Year Built
Seven Seas Navigator
1,999
Seven Seas Splendor
2,020
Space Ratio
Seven Seas Navigator
58.3 GT/pax
Seven Seas Splendor
73.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Seven Seas Navigator
1.51 :1
Seven Seas Splendor
1.37 :1
| Specification | Seven Seas Navigator | Seven Seas Splendor |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Regent Seven Seas Cruises | Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
| Class | Navigator Class | Explorer Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 1,999 | 2,020Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 28,550 GT | 55,254 GTWinner |
| Length | 171 m | 224 mWinner |
| Beam | 25 m | 32 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 490 | 750Winner |
| Crew | 324 | 548Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 58.3 GT/pax | 73.7 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 1.51:1 | 1.37:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | T. Mariotti | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9064126 | 9790313 |
Seven Seas Splendor is the significantly larger vessel at 55,254 GT — 94% more than Seven Seas Navigator's 28,550 GT. Seven Seas Splendor offers more personal space with a space ratio of 73.7 GT per passenger versus 58.3. Built in 2020, Seven Seas Splendor is 21 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Seven Seas Splendor |
| Capacity | Seven Seas Splendor |
| Modernity | Seven Seas Splendor |
| Service | Seven Seas Splendor |
| Spaciousness | Seven Seas Splendor |
Bottom line: Seven Seas Splendor wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Seven Seas Navigator
58 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.5:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good range of onboard options
Seven Seas Splendor
74 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.4:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Built in 2020 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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| Draft | 7.6 mWinner | 7.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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