Princess Cruises
Star Princess
- Cruises
- 59
- From
- $369
Ship comparison
Star Princess vs Sun Princess
Princess Cruises
Sun Princess
- Cruises
- 155
- From
- $399
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Star Princess is a mega Princess Cruises ship carrying 4,320 passengers, in service since 2025. Sun Princess is a mega Princess Cruises ship carrying 4,320 passengers, in service since 2024. Their Bliss scores are identical, so the differences below are in the ships themselves.
Choose Sun Princess if you want more cruises to choose from: it has 155 cruises on sale (vs 59).
Star Princess does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Star Princess | Sun Princess | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Princess Cruises | Princess Cruises |
| Ship size | Mega | Mega |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2025 (better) | 2024 |
| Gross tonnage | 175,500 | 175,500 |
| Passengers | 4,320 | 4,320 |
| Crew | 1,550 | 1,550 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 40.6 | 40.6 |
| Decks | 21 | 21 |
| Length | 1,132 ft | 1,132 ft |
| Beam | 150 ft | 154 ft |
| Speed | 25 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 59 | 155 |
| Upcoming sailings | 162 | 288 |
| Cruise lengths | 4 to 23 nights | 6 to 32 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $369 (better) | $399 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Star Princess leads on 0 of the ten, Sun Princess on 0, with 10 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Princess Cruises
Star Princess
Star Princess, the second Sphere Class ship from Princess Cruises, is built for travelers who want a modern mega-ship experience without losing the classic Princess mood.
Sailing now
59 cruises on sale, from $369.
Princess Cruises
Sun Princess
Sun Princess, the first Sphere class ship from Princess Cruises, debuted in early 2024 with a season of sailings in the Caribbean in the winter and in the Mediterranean in the summer.
Highlights
- Rejuvenating Lotus Spa for ultimate relaxation
- Private balconies on nearly all outside cabins for stunning views
Sailing now
155 cruises on sale, from $399.
Questions
Star Princess or Sun Princess?
Which is bigger, Star Princess or Sun Princess?
They are the same size, 175,500 gross tons each. Star Princess carries 4,320 passengers and Sun Princess carries 4,320.
Which ship is newer, Star Princess or Sun Princess?
Star Princess is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2025 against 2024 for Sun Princess.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 40.6 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.8 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 7.0 out of 10.
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