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Odyssey of the Seas vs Spectrum of the Seas
- Spectrum of the Seas is the bigger ship: 169,379 gross tons vs 167,704, about 1% larger.
- Odyssey of the Seas is newer (2021) than Spectrum of the Seas (2019).
- Spectrum of the Seas carries more guests: 4,246 vs 4,198 (double occupancy).
- Odyssey of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew member vs 2.74).
| Odyssey of the Seas | Spectrum of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Quantum Ultra Class | Quantum Ultra Class |
| Entered service | 2021 ● | 2019 |
| Gross tonnage | 167,704 | 169,379 ● |
| Guests | 4,198 (double occupancy) | 4,246 (double occupancy) ● |
| Crew | 1,612 ● | 1,551 |
| Guests per crew member | 2.6 ● | 2.74 |
| Decks | 16 | 16 |
| Staterooms | 2,105 | 2,137 ● |
| Length | 1,138 ft (347 m) | 1,139 ft (347 m) ● |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Odyssey of the Seas, Spectrum of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
Features only one ship lists
Spectrum of the Seas: Sky Pad bungee trampoline
From each ship's official fact sheet.
FAQ
Which is bigger, Odyssey of the Seas or Spectrum of the Seas?
Spectrum of the Seas is the bigger ship: 169,379 gross tons vs 167,704, about 1% larger.
Which is newer, Odyssey of the Seas or Spectrum of the Seas?
Odyssey of the Seas is newer (2021) than Spectrum of the Seas (2019).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Odyssey of the Seas: 4,198 (double occupancy). Spectrum of the Seas: 4,246 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Odyssey of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.6 guests per crew member vs 2.74), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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