Royal Brunei Airlines vs United Airlines Business Class Comparison
| Royal Brunei Airlines | United Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Seat type | Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 | Polaris lie-flat |
| Lie-flat | Yes | Yes |
| Seat width | 22 inches | 22 inches |
| Alliance | None | Star Alliance |
| IATA | BI | UA |
| Hubs | Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) | Newark (EWR), San Francisco (SFO), Chicago O'Hare (ORD), Houston (IAH) |
Royal Brunei Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Modern 787 product with spacious lie-flat seats
- + Calm and attentive service
- + Dry airline but generous soft product
- − No alcohol served (dry airline)
- − Very small route network
- − Limited lounge options at outstations
United Airlines — Pros & Cons
- + Polaris seats with excellent bedding
- + Dedicated Polaris lounges at hubs
- + Massive global route network
- − Inconsistent product across fleet
- − Older 767s lack direct aisle access
The verdict
Both Royal Brunei Airlines and United Airlines earn a 7/10 rating, making this a close call. Royal Brunei Airlines offers Lie-flat Seat in 1-2-1 Layout on 787 while United Airlines features Polaris lie-flat. Your decision should come down to route availability, alliance loyalty, and which seat product appeals more to you.