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Wonder of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas
- Wonder of the Seas is the bigger ship: 235,600 gross tons vs 228,081, about 3% larger.
- Wonder of the Seas is newer (2022) than Symphony of the Seas (2018).
- Wonder of the Seas carries more guests: 5,734 vs 5,518 (double occupancy).
- Symphony of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.51 guests per crew member vs 2.6).
| Wonder of the Seas | Symphony of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship class | Oasis Class | Oasis Class |
| Entered service | 2022 ● | 2018 |
| Gross tonnage | 235,600 ● | 228,081 |
| Guests | 5,734 (double occupancy) ● | 5,518 (double occupancy) |
| Crew | 2,204 ● | 2,200 |
| Guests per crew member | 2.6 | 2.51 ● |
| Decks | 18 | 18 |
| Staterooms | 2,867 ● | 2,759 |
| Length | 1,188 ft (362 m) | 1,188 ft (362 m) |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Wonder of the Seas, Symphony of the Seas (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
Features only one ship lists
Wonder of the Seas: Laser tag
Symphony of the Seas: Escape room
From each ship's official fact sheet.
FAQ
Which is bigger, Wonder of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Wonder of the Seas is the bigger ship: 235,600 gross tons vs 228,081, about 3% larger.
Which is newer, Wonder of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Wonder of the Seas is newer (2022) than Symphony of the Seas (2018).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Wonder of the Seas: 5,734 (double occupancy). Symphony of the Seas: 5,518 (double occupancy).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Symphony of the Seas has more crew per guest (2.51 guests per crew member vs 2.6), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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