Navy comparison: 
Germany vs 
Spain
Germany operates a fleet of 90 ships compared to 94 for Spain. Of these, 72 and 87 are in active service respectively.
SEAS (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) Index face-off Full ranking →
GermanyWorld #21
27.2
SEAS Index / 100
Germany leads overall, ahead on 3 of 7 categories
SpainWorld #22
26.2
Germany
Spain
Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Germany | Spain | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | German Navy | Spanish Navy | |
| Total ships | 90 | 94 | 🇪🇸 ≈ |
| Active ships | 72 | 87 | 🇪🇸 1.2× |
| On order / planned | 14 | 5 | 🇩🇪 2.8× |
| Submarines | 6 | 2 | 🇩🇪 3.0× |
| Principal surface combatants | 11 | 11 | — |
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | 1 | 🇪🇸 |
| Amphibious ships | 0 | 2 | 🇪🇸 |
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| Corvettes | 6 | 0 | 🇩🇪 |
| Patrol boats | 10 | 21 | 🇪🇸 2.1× |
| Mine warfare | 12 | 6 | 🇩🇪 2.0× |
| Auxiliaries | 27 | 44 | 🇪🇸 1.6× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Germany or Spain?
Spain has a larger navy with 94 ships compared to Germany's 90 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Germany or Spain?
Germany operates more submarines with 12 compared to Spain's 4.
Which country has more aircraft carriers, Germany or Spain?
Spain has 1 aircraft carrier(s) compared to Germany's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Germany or Spain?
Germany operates 19 frigates compared to Spain's 16.