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)
Utopia of the Seas
Wonder of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Utopia of the Seas
236,860 GT
Wonder of the Seas
236,857 GT
Length
Utopia of the Seas
362 m
Wonder of the Seas
362 m
Beam
Utopia of the Seas
64 m
Wonder of the Seas
64 m
Passengers
Utopia of the Seas
5,668
Wonder of the Seas
6,988
Crew
Utopia of the Seas
2,290
Wonder of the Seas
2,300
Decks
Utopia of the Seas
—
Wonder of the Seas
18
Year Built
Utopia of the Seas
2,024
Wonder of the Seas
2,022
Space Ratio
Utopia of the Seas
41.8 GT/pax
Wonder of the Seas
33.9 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Utopia of the Seas
2.48 :1
Wonder of the Seas
3.04 :1
| Specification | Utopia of the Seas | Wonder of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Oasis Class | Oasis Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,024Winner | 2,022 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 236,860 GTWinner | 236,857 GT |
| Length | 362 m | 362 m |
| Beam | 64 m | 64 m |
| Draft | 9.3 m | 9.3 m |
| Decks | — | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 5,668 | 6,988Winner |
| Crew | 2,290 | 2,300Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 41.8 GT/paxWinner | 33.9 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.48:1Winner | 3.04:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Chantiers de l'Atlantique | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9871621 | 9838345 |
Utopia of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.8 GT per passenger versus 33.9. Built in 2024, Utopia of the Seas is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Utopia of the Seas edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.5:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Utopia of the Seas |
| Capacity | Wonder of the Seas |
| Modernity | Utopia of the Seas |
| Service | Utopia of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Utopia of the Seas |
Bottom line: Utopia of the Seas wins more categories (4 vs 1), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Utopia of the Seas
5,668 passengers means tons of activities
Large 5,668-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
42 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Built in 2024 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Wonder of the Seas
6,988 passengers means tons of activities
Large 6,988-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Built in 2022 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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