MSC Cruises
MSC Grandiosa
- Cruises
- 21
- From
- $289
Ship comparison
MSC Grandiosa vs Quantum of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Quantum of the Seas
- Cruises
- 27
- From
- $357
The verdict
Which should you choose?
MSC Grandiosa is a mega MSC Cruises ship carrying 4,842 passengers, in service since 2019. Quantum of the Seas is a mega Royal Caribbean ship carrying 4,152 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose MSC Grandiosa if you want a more active cruise, more adventure and nature or a newer ship: it outscores Quantum of the Seas for active (8.0 vs 7.0) and adventure & nature (5.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2019 (vs 2014).
Choose Quantum of the Seas if you want a more family-friendly ship, a better-rated spa and gym or better-rated dining: it outscores MSC Grandiosa for family friendly (8.0 vs 4.0), spa & fitness (7.0 vs 6.0) and dining (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| MSC Grandiosa | Quantum of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | MSC Cruises | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Mega | Mega |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2019 (better) | 2014 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2019 |
| Gross tonnage | 181,541 | 167,800 |
| Passengers | 4,842 | 4,152 |
| Crew | 1,704 | 1,500 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 37.5 | 40.4 (better) |
| Decks | 19 | 18 |
| Length | 1,087 ft | 1,141 ft |
| Beam | 141 ft | 135 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 7 / 10 | 9 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 21 | 27 |
| Upcoming sailings | 195 | 84 |
| Cruise lengths | 3 to 15 nights | 3 to 23 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $289 (better) | $357 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. MSC Grandiosa leads on 2 of the ten, Quantum of the Seas on 4, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
MSC Cruises
MSC Grandiosa
MSC Grandiosa launched in November 2019 as the flagship and largest ship in the MSC Cruises fleet. The megaship holds 4,842 passengers at double capacity and 6,334 people at maximum capacity.
Sailing now
21 cruises on sale, from $289.
Royal Caribbean
Quantum of the Seas
Quantum of the Seas is the first ship of the Quantum class from Royal Caribbean. Dubbed the first “smartship,” Quantum of the Seas boasts some nice firsts at sea, including robotic bartenders, a skydiving simulator, bumper cars and high-speed Internet that really is high speed.
Highlights
- Two70, the aft entertainment area, offers amazing views by day and incredible entertainment at night with the signature show “Starwater.”
- The Music Hall offers a true rock concert venue with specialty cocktails and was our go-to spot for late night fun!
- iFLY by Ripcord and the North Star are two high flying attractions that you just have to experience.
- There are close to 3,000 pieces of art throughout the ship, including the relaxed and luxurious Via area.
Sailing now
27 cruises on sale, from $357.
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Questions
MSC Grandiosa or Quantum of the Seas?
Which is bigger, MSC Grandiosa or Quantum of the Seas?
MSC Grandiosa is bigger at 181,541 gross tons, against 167,800 gross tons for Quantum of the Seas. MSC Grandiosa carries 4,842 passengers and Quantum of the Seas carries 4,152.
Which ship is newer, MSC Grandiosa or Quantum of the Seas?
MSC Grandiosa is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2019 against 2014 for Quantum of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
Quantum of the Seas, with 40.4 gross tons per passenger against 37.5 on MSC Grandiosa. 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 2.8 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Quantum of the Seas scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10, against 4.0 for MSC Grandiosa.
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