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)
Spectrum of the Seas
Voyager of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Spectrum of the Seas
169,379 GT
Voyager of the Seas
137,276 GT
Length
Spectrum of the Seas
347 m
Voyager of the Seas
311 m
Beam
Spectrum of the Seas
41 m
Voyager of the Seas
48 m
Passengers
Spectrum of the Seas
4,246
Voyager of the Seas
3,114
Crew
Spectrum of the Seas
1,551
Voyager of the Seas
1,176
Decks
Spectrum of the Seas
—
Voyager of the Seas
—
Year Built
Spectrum of the Seas
2,019
Voyager of the Seas
1,999
Space Ratio
Spectrum of the Seas
39.9 GT/pax
Voyager of the Seas
44.1 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Spectrum of the Seas
2.74 :1
Voyager of the Seas
2.65 :1
| Specification | Spectrum of the Seas | Voyager of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Quantum Ultra Class | Voyager Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,019Winner | 1,999 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 169,379 GTWinner | 137,276 GT |
| Length | 347 mWinner | 311 m |
| Beam | 41 m | 48 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,246Winner | 3,114 |
| Crew | 1,551Winner | 1,176 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 39.9 GT/pax | 44.1 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.74:1 | 2.65:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Kvaerner Masa-Yards |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9778856 | 9161716 |
Spectrum of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 169,379 GT — 23% more than Voyager of the Seas's 137,276 GT. Voyager of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.1 GT per passenger versus 39.9. Built in 2019, Spectrum of the Seas is 20 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Spectrum of the Seas |
| Capacity | Spectrum of the Seas |
| Modernity | Spectrum of the Seas |
| Service | Voyager of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Voyager of the Seas |
Bottom line: Spectrum of the Seas wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Spectrum of the Seas
Built in 2019 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Large 4,246-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,246 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Voyager of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,114-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,114 passengers means tons of activities
44 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 8.9 m | 9.1 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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