Navy comparison: South Korea vs Philippines

South Korea operates a fleet of 155 ships compared to 134 for Philippines. Of these, 155 and 115 are in active service respectively. The fleet breakdown includes 22 vs 2 submarines, 13 vs 0 destroyers, 17 vs 7 frigates, 6 vs 7 corvettes, 23 vs 29 amphibious ships, 35 vs 41 patrol boats, 0 vs 24 coastal boats, 23 vs 0 mine warfare ships (South Korea vs Philippines). South Korea's navy is officially the Republic of Korea Navy, while Philippines's is the Philippine Navy.

Republic of Korea Navy 🇰🇷

Official Name Republic of Korea Navy
Total ships 155 as of 2025
Active ships 155 as of 2025
Naval Ensign

Ensign of South Korea navy

Philippine Navy 🇵🇭

Official Name Philippine Navy
Total ships 134 as of 2025
Active ships 115 as of 2025
Naval Ensign

Ensign of Philippines navy

South Korean ships by category

Ship category Total
Submarines 22
Aircraft carriers 0
Destroyers 13
Cruisers 0
Frigates 17
Corvettes 6
Coastal boats 0
Patrol boats 35
Amphibious ships 23
Mine Warfare ships 23
Cargo ships 0
Support ships 4
Other ships 12

Philippine ships by category

Ship category Total
Submarines 2
Aircraft carriers 0
Destroyers 0
Cruisers 0
Frigates 7
Corvettes 7
Coastal boats 24
Patrol boats 41
Amphibious ships 29
Mine Warfare ships 0
Cargo ships 1
Support ships 21
Other ships 2

Ship Categories Radar Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has more naval ships, South Korea or Philippines?
South Korea has a larger navy with 155 ships compared to Philippines's 134 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, South Korea or Philippines?
South Korea operates more submarines with 22 compared to Philippines's 2.
Which navy has more destroyers, South Korea or Philippines?
South Korea operates 13 destroyers compared to Philippines's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, South Korea or Philippines?
South Korea operates 17 frigates compared to Philippines's 7.