AmaWaterways
AmaCerto
- Cruises
- 29
- From
- $2,489
Ship comparison
AmaCerto vs Scenic Jade
Scenic
Scenic Jade
- Cruises
- 62
- From
- $3,529
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaCerto is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 164 passengers, in service since 2012. Scenic Jade is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 169 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose AmaCerto if you want better-rated entertainment, a more active cruise or more space per passenger: it outscores Scenic Jade for entertainment (7.8 vs 5.0) and active (8.9 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has 21.3 gross tons per passenger (vs 16.1).
Choose Scenic Jade if you want a better-rated spa and gym, more adventure and nature or more cruises to choose from: it outscores AmaCerto for spa & fitness (6.0 vs 2.0) and adventure & nature (7.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has 62 cruises on sale (vs 29).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaCerto | Scenic Jade | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | Scenic |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 | 2014 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 3,500 | 2,721 |
| Passengers | 164 | 169 |
| Crew | 51 | 51 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.2 (better) | 3.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 21.3 (better) | 16.1 |
| Cabins | 82 | — |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 442 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 39 ft |
| Speed | — | 14 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 10 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 29 | 62 |
| Upcoming sailings | 81 | 122 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 11 nights | 7 to 34 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,489 (better) | $3,529 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaCerto leads on 6 of the ten, Scenic Jade on 2, with 2 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaCerto
Amawaterways' AmaCerto offers a distinctive river cruise experience. While it's a similar concept, river cruising is quite different than ocean cruising. On a river cruise, you can expect to see the shoreline every day, get off of the ship every day, and enjoy a more comfortable setting with fewer passengers.
Highlights
- Multiple outdoor decks offering unimpeded panoramic views
- Sundecks with lounge chairs and retractable roof
- Main Lounge with bar, piano and dance floor
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
Sailing now
29 cruises on sale, from $2,489.
Scenic
Scenic Jade
MELK, Austria — The question is not who created the design or who executed the idea. No, what grabs your attention is how the artist reached the ceiling in the famed Melk Abbey to paint the glorious images, at once delicate, lively and even forceful.
Highlights
- All-inclusive cruise pricing, including tips
- Personal butler service for all staterooms and suites
- Panorama Lounge for great views
Sailing now
62 cruises on sale, from $3,529.
Questions
AmaCerto or Scenic Jade?
Which is bigger, AmaCerto or Scenic Jade?
AmaCerto is bigger at 3,500 gross tons, against 2,721 gross tons for Scenic Jade. AmaCerto carries 164 passengers and Scenic Jade carries 169.
Which ship is newer, AmaCerto or Scenic Jade?
Scenic Jade is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2014 against 2012 for AmaCerto.
Which has more space per passenger?
AmaCerto, with 21.3 gross tons per passenger against 16.1 on Scenic Jade. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
AmaCerto, with one crew member for every 3.2 passengers against one for every 3.3 on Scenic Jade.
Which is better for families?
AmaCerto scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10, against 1.0 for Scenic Jade.
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