Two Royal Caribbean International ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Legend of the Seas (2026) is the newer ship by 1 year versus Star of the Seas (2025).
| Spec | Legend of the Seas | Star of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2026 | 2025 |
| Tonnage | 248,663 GT | 248,663 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 5,610 | 5,610 |
| Guests (max) | 7,600 | 7,600 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
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