Navy comparison: 
United Arab Emirates vs 
Israel
Fleet Profile
| United Arab Emirates | Israel | |
|---|---|---|
| Official name | United Arab Emirates Navy | Israeli Navy |
| Total ships | 86 (2025) | 53 (2025) |
| Active ships | 79 | 49 |
| Naval ensign |  |
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Ship Categories Radar Comparison
Ships by Category
🇦🇪 United Arab Emiratesas of 2025
🇮🇱 Israelas of 2025
Overview
United Arab Emirates operates a fleet of 86 ships compared to 53 for Israel. Of these, 79 and 49 are in active service respectively.
The fleet breakdown includes 0 vs 9 submarines, 11 vs 7 corvettes, 10 vs 0 amphibious ships, 42 vs 28 patrol boats, 0 vs 8 coastal boats, 2 vs 0 mine warfare ships (United Arab Emirates vs Israel).
United Arab Emirates's navy is officially the United Arab Emirates Navy, while Israel's is the Israeli Navy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, United Arab Emirates or Israel?
United Arab Emirates has a larger navy with 86 ships compared to Israel's 53 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, United Arab Emirates or Israel?
Israel operates more submarines with 9 compared to United Arab Emirates's 0.
How do the United Arab Emirates and Israel navies compare in size?
United Arab Emirates's navy is 1.6 times larger than Israel's in terms of total ships (86 vs 53).