$741/person$106/night
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Symphony of the Seas vs Utopia of the Seas
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Utopia of the Seas wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Symphony of the Seas
Utopia of the Seas
Size
228,081 GT
236,860 GT
Passengers
6,680
5,668
Year built
2018
2024
Crew ratio
3.0 guests per crew
2.5 guests per crew
Space ratio
34.1 GT per guest
41.8 GT per guest
Decks
18
No data
Length
362 m
362 m
From price
$740.82 pp
$468.33 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Utopia of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.8 GT per passenger versus 34.1. Built in 2024, Utopia of the Seas is 6 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Utopia of the Seas edges ahead in service at 2.5 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Utopia of the Seas |
| Capacity | Symphony of the Seas |
| Modernity | Utopia of the Seas |
| Service | Utopia of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Utopia of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Tie |
| Fleet Power | Symphony of the Seas |
Bottom line: Utopia of the Seas leads 4–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Utopia of the Seas for overall superiority; pick Symphony of the Seas if Capacity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Symphony of the Seas if
- More onboard variety (6,680 guests)
- Lower fares per night (from $106 per person per night)
Choose Utopia of the Seas if
- You want the newer ship (built 2024, 6 years newer)
- Size matters to you (236,860 GT)
- More crew per guest (2.5 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (41.8 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Symphony of the Seas | Utopia of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $740.82 pp | $468.33 pp |
| Per night | $106 pp | $117 pp |
| Departing | Oct 18 | Oct 19 |
| Duration | 7 nights | 4 nights |
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Symphony of the Seas
7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Symphony of the Seas
Oct 25, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
$1,593/person$228/night
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7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Symphony of the Seas
Nov 1, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
$1,800/person$257/night
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4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Utopia of the Seas
Oct 12, 2026 · 4 nights
Caribbean
$596/person$149/night
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Royal Caribbean • Utopia of the Seas
Oct 16, 2026 · 3 nights
Caribbean
$620/person$207/night
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4 Night Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Utopia of the Seas
Oct 19, 2026 · 4 nights
Bahamas
$468/person$117/night
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
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, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
