Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Apex
- Cruises
- 54
- From
- $419
Ship comparison
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Edge
- Cruises
- 40
- From
- $694
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Celebrity Apex is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,910 passengers, in service since 2021. Celebrity Edge is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,918 passengers, in service since 2018.
Choose Celebrity Apex if you want a more family-friendly ship, a lower starting fare or better-rated entertainment: it outscores Celebrity Edge for family friendly (6.0 vs 2.0) and entertainment (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $419 (vs $694).
Choose Celebrity Edge if you want better-rated dining or more of a party: it outscores Celebrity Apex for dining (8.0 vs 2.0) and party (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Edge | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Celebrity Cruises | Celebrity Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2021 (better) | 2018 |
| Gross tonnage | 129,500 | 130,818 |
| Passengers | 2,910 | 2,918 |
| Crew | 1,320 | 1,320 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.2 | 2.2 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 44.5 | 44.8 (better) |
| Cabins | 1,467 | — |
| Decks | 14 | 14 |
| Length | 1,004 ft | 1,004 ft |
| Beam | 128 ft | 128 ft |
| Speed | — | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 10 / 10 (better) | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 54 | 40 |
| Upcoming sailings | 88 | 83 |
| Cruise lengths | 4–14 nights | 4–18 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $419 (better) | $694 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Celebrity Apex leads on 3 of the ten, Celebrity Edge on 2, with 5 level.
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Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Apex
The 2,910-passenger Celebrity Apex, which debuted in June 2021, offers groundbreaking design and cutting-edge spaces unlike anything else at sea along with its nearly identical sister ship Celebrity Edge.
Highlights
- The reimagined Resort Deck has a sophisticated vibe with a pool and bar that resemble a 5-star resort in Miami Beach
- Fun sea day activities like the tabletop maze in the Club, puzzles in Eden and outdoor options in the Rooftop Garden
- The you'll-have-to-see-it-to-believe-it Magic Carpet
- The SEA Thermal Suite offers 8 unique experiences, from the typical sauna or Turkish baths to the exotic waterfall shower, salt room and float room
Sailing now
54 cruises on sale, from $419.
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Edge
If you're wondering what the future of cruising might hold, look no further than Celebrity Edge. The first of four ships in Celebrity Cruises' new Edge class does not disappoint when it comes to marrying cruise line favorites with 21st century upgrades.
Highlights
- The reimagined Resort Deck has a trendy, sophisticated vibe with a pool and bar that resemble a 5-star resort in Miami Beach
- Fun sea day activities like the tabletop maze in the Club, puzzles in Eden and outdoor options in the Rooftop Garden
- The you'll-have-to-see-it-to-believe-it Magic Carpet
- The SEA Thermal Suite offers 8 unique experiences, from the typical sauna or Turkish baths to the exotic waterfall shower, salt room and float room.
Sailing now
40 cruises on sale, from $694.
Questions
Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Edge?
Which is bigger, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Edge is bigger at 130,818 gross tons, against 129,500 gross tons for Celebrity Apex. Celebrity Apex carries 2,910 passengers and Celebrity Edge carries 2,918.
Which ship is newer, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Apex is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2021 against 2018 for Celebrity Edge.
Which has more space per passenger?
Celebrity Edge, with 44.8 gross tons per passenger against 44.5 on Celebrity Apex. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.2 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Celebrity Apex scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for Celebrity Edge.
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