Best watch on Reddit
310 reviews from r/Watches, r/watchesindia, r/AskPH and 29 more subreddits
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#1
Seiko
4.5
(51)
"Seiko, orient and Citizen. Absolutely undefeated at this price point."
"I recommend the Seiko 5 automatic."
"I'd look at Seiko, Citizen, or Orient. All good brands that have watches in that price category."
"Check out the Seiko presage Tokyo time black dial. It's one of the sexiest dials they have come up with."
"Cant go wrong with the Seiko Presage Line."
"Seiko spb155 baby alpinist"
"Most Seiko Presages should be around that mark and will work well for the event."
"Seiko alpinist with discount should be under 50k."
"Any Seiko Prospex ISO dive watch."
"Seiko, matibay"
#2
Garmin
4.6
(49)
"I love my Garmin 265S."
"I've had good luck with my Garmin Fenix with sapphire."
"Garmin foretrex 601 or 801 if they want a wrist GPS."
"Garmin Fenix with solar and saphire glass."
"Insane battery life and has a flashlight which sounds stupid but it totally rules."
"Garmin Instinct was perfect for me this year."
"It was surprisingly useful. It uses GPS to map the hike and elevation, tracks mileage."
"The functionality is a big step up from my old Fenix."
"Garmin! I prefer the Fenix or Enduro."
"I prefer the Fenix or Enduro."
#3
Casio
4.4
(34)
"I have a Casio G-Shock Mudman that went through hell with me in the military and now as a geologist."
"Casio Duro and buy a different strap. Well below your budget but it's the perfect way to get into watches IMO."
"Casio, Alba, or Citizen."
"Casio F91W"
"Buy a Casio."
"Check out the casio prx or even the casio duro."
"GShock. Mine is 6k and has been working for 14 years already."
"Go for any G shock."
"Preferably the tough solar variant."
"Casio Duro or a Vostok. Nothing else will outlast these two watches."
#4
Citizen
4.4
(23)
"These are solar powered so just don't hide it in a drawer in the dark when not wearing it, leave it on a shelf where it can get some daylight and it'll just work for many years (decades even)."
"Since he’s never really had a watch before this line of Citizens is a GREAT starter watch."
"I think the Citizen Tsuyosa watches look fantastic for the price and it’s kind of a watch that can be worn for just about any occasion."
"You can get the citizen eco-drive bm8180 for $80 here if you use the coupon on the product page."
"Citizen is a great brand, and their solar powered Eco-Drive."
"Citizen Promaster Tough or any other Promaster eco-drive diver."
"Citizen Promaster bn0100, bx1000 (perpetual calendar) or any other citizen eco-drive."
"IF u can FIND one…. look for the Citizen Octavia. absolutely wonderful rare piece."
"Any citizen eco-drive you like from the officialwatchdeals store on ebay."
"Citizen or Seiko solar powered watches."
#5
Tissot
4.4
(20)
"Hands down the PRX quartz. My Dad has the quartz, I have the automatic."
"Tissot all the way."
"Tissot PRX is a popular watch (UK about £3-350) and come in multiple options."
"I'd say Tissot! Try find automatic."
"Tissot PRX screams understated luxury."
"Much better movement and finishing then Seiko."
"I would suggest an automatic Tissot Seastar or Longines Dolce Vita."
"I think this is among the best "bang for the buck" value out there currently."
"For this budget I'd recommend the below brands: 1. Tissot: preferably PRX."
"Maybe a Tissot if in budget."
#6
Orient
4.5
(12)
"Personally, the new Orient bambino watches are very popular."
"I have an Orient Mako II, brand new and unworn."
"Orient Kamasu 🏄"
"Orient Kamasu 🏄"
"Orient Bambino 38mm looks very classy for around 20-25k."
"I like the Orient Kamasu Diver for around that price point."
"I had an Orient, and it was really nice. I still eyeball Bambinos when I think that I have a need for a dress watch."
"I would recommend getting Orient moonstar or Bambino."
"Orient watches. with the factory website discount applied this watch is around US$175."
"Orient star, seiko presage, citizen eco drive, tissot."
#7
Omega
4.6
(11)
"I would second the FOIS, beautiful watch."
"You can’t go wrong with a Speedy for an Omega fan."
"Speedmaster FOIS is stunning"
"I generally wear an Omega Seamaster - it's an automatic waterproof dive watch wth a nice sapphire crystal."
"I favor the Omega."
"Maybe start looking for an Omega Speedmaster automatic."
"Omega Planet Ocean. Gorgeous watch, goes for around 3k on the grey market."
"Absolutely beautiful watch that gets less attention than it deserves imo."
"Just buy him a constellation, it's often overlooked but it's an amazing watch."
"Love my Aqua Terra … well under budget as well."
#8
Marathon
4.7
(9)
"That Marathon is a great looking watch. If that’s what you like OP, then get it. Those are built like a tank."
"Most of the people who commented here have probably never had a Marathon on their wrist."
"Man if you like the Marathon, go for that brother. Great watch."
"Love the GSAR, I just bought a Marathon SSNAV recently and I absolutely love it."
"I wear a GSAR daily, the lume is wonderful."
"If you're into the way Marathon watches look maybe I can steer you into the OSAR-D."
"It has tritium, sapphire crystal, 300m water resistance, and it's tough as nails."
"I have the Arctic GSAR. For me it's the perfect watch in low-light/night conditions and for any outdoor activity/sport."
"Marathon are awesome but extremely casual. Very rugged military watch."
#9
Longines
4.3
(8)
"Longines Legend Diver or Zodiac Grandrally."
"Longines. I have a Hydroconquest and absolutely love it."
"Longines if you are looking to stretch a little 😉"
"Longines Legend Divers are normally a bit north of the $1500 mark."
"I'd go for a Longines, either HydroConquest or Conquest."
"Vintage longines conquest with the broad gold indices or the longines conquest heritage."
"Longines Legend Diver."
"Longines - The Hydroquest GMT is a beautiful watch and you can grab if some places for just a tad over the $2k mark."
#10
Coros
4.4
(7)
"Coros pace 3, best budget watch on the market right now."
"Coros pace 3."
"Coros pace 3."
"I love that I only have to charge it like once a month."
"Coros Pace 3 is a good alternative to Garmin."
"As a runner, pace 3 has lighter weight, simple and easy user interface."
"Coros is very much a running watch."
#11
G-Shock
4.6
(5)
"G-Shock."
"Get a g-shock man. Absolutely ridiculous collection to choose from."
"GShock or Citizen Promaster Dive Ecodrive."
"There’s a new g steel collection in g shock that looks surprisingly good."
"You should get a G-Shock 1000% but if you want something analog or that can be more versatile then the options open up a lot."
#12
Rolex
4.8
(4)
"Rolex OP w/ celebration dial."
"You can get it on the bracelet, then have it swapped to a leather strap."
"Rolex always wows... BUT you're probably going to be on a waiting list."
"Rolex Milguass?"
#13
Timex
4.3
(4)
"[Timex Cavatina](https://timex.ca/products/cavatina-19mm-leather-strap-watch-tw2w78500)"
"Timex ironman."
"A timex marlin automatic."
"Timex Women's Cavatina in gold."
#14
Apple
4.0
(4)
"Super unpopular opinion.. I enjoy my Apple Watch."
"I have an Ultra 2 but that was for battery life and it was a gift."
"I just recently got an used SE 2nd gen and it works well for the price."
"I use a series 9, and it works fine for me!"
#15
Mido
4.0
(3)
"Mido Ocean Star Tribute."
"Mido Multifort TV Big Date."
"Mido ocean star."
#16
Grand Seiko
5.0
(2)
"If he's mentioned liking the Snowflake, then that's a pretty safe choice."
"The Grand Seiko and the Portugieser are by far the more desirable, prettier watches."
#17
Samsung
5.0
(2)
"I love it, it has all the basic functions I enjoy. Definitely worth it in my opinion, and a good 'starter smart watch'."
"Galaxy watch 7 would be a beautiful gift"
#18
Amazfit
5.0
(2)
"Have you checked the Amazfit TRex?"
"I ended up getting an amazfit and honestly couldn't be happier."
#19
JLC
5.0
(2)
"I've had this watch for over a year and adore it."
"Classy, versatile but still elegant, understated."
#20
Tudor
5.0
(2)
"Some watches that are amazing in their own right are: Tudor Black Bay 58 Black/Blue/GMT or Tudor Pelagos 39"
"Probably Tudor black bay, either the dive watch variant or GMT."
#21
Oris
4.5
(2)
"I have had an Oris Aquis for a year and a half, which I am very happy with."
"Oris Aquis, Tudor Black Bay, Longines Hydroconquest GMT, Longines Spirit Zulu."
#22
Hamilton
4.5
(2)
"One of my daily watches is the Hamilton khaki mechanical. I love this watch."
"Look at the Hamilton range. In that price range I think they have the most diverse and interesting watches."
#23
Berny
4.5
(2)
"I have one and it's great."
"Field Watch: Berny Titanium T2566MS (37)"
#24
Glycine
4.5
(2)
"Glycine Airman Bronze, 44mm. A watch with real history. Absurd value for money."
"Could look into glycine."
#25
Sinn
4.0
(2)
"I’d say Sinn, Longines, and Christopher Ward are some solid options."
"If you’re willing to consider used, your options open up."
#26
Militado
4.0
(2)
"Militado have good and small (around 36mm) budget friendly watches."
"Militado 36mm classic quartz watch."
#27
Withings
4.0
(2)
"Withings scanwatch."
"I have heard good things about the withings scanwatch 2."
#28
Momentum
5.0
(1)
"I've been very happy with my Momentum Smokejumper."
#29
Aragon
5.0
(1)
"Might I suggest the Aragon DF40? Under $200 USD and unbelievable quality."
#30
Casio Edifice
5.0
(1)
"It has Sapphire glass, it is solar powered, WR100, isn’t bulky."
#31
Doxa
5.0
(1)
"It's an excellent watch from a brand with great history."
#32
BALL
5.0
(1)
"BALL."
#33
Zenith
5.0
(1)
"Zenith pilot."
#34
Glashutte Original
5.0
(1)
"Glashutte Original or Grand Seiko are some good options."
#35
Polar
5.0
(1)
"I’ve had my <$300 M70 for 5-6 years and the battery still lasts a week."
#36
Christopher Ward
5.0
(1)
"Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor. Love this watch."
#37
Huawei
5.0
(1)
"Huawei watch fit 3 selling $158 on shopee."
#38
Fitbit
5.0
(1)
"The Fitbit Versa 2 is a great option, It’s got that small square face she likes."
#39
Vostok
5.0
(1)
"Vostok amphibia 420 case is 39mm and $75. Amazing watch."
#40
Victorinox
4.0
(1)
"Swiss Army Watch."
#41
Dufrane
4.0
(1)
"My current favorite is the Dufrane Mabry."
#42
Vaer
4.0
(1)
"Vaer makes some nice field watches that are a step up from Timex and cheaper than something like a Hamilton."
#43
Elliot Brown
4.0
(1)
"If you don’t care about quartz vs automatic then check out the Elliot Brown Canford."
#44
TAG Heuer
4.0
(1)
"Get the Aquaracer Solargraph Titanium, it's more professional looking."
#45
Draken
4.0
(1)
"I have the Peregrine and it is a great watch."
#46
Casio G-Shock
4.0
(1)
"Casio gshock gbm2100 black."
#47
Pagani Design
4.0
(1)
"Dress Watch: Pagani Design PD1731 (38mm)"
#48
Seestern
4.0
(1)
"I would call this a very “casual” design."
#49
Invicta
4.0
(1)
"Invicta. Alpha male, but not alot of assets to take."
#50
Seagull
4.0
(1)
"Ive got a seagull at 8.5 mechanical."
#51
Timex, Casio, Citizen, Seiko, Alba
4.0
(1)
"Check Timex, Casio, Citizen, Seiko, Alba lineups"
#52
CWC
4.0
(1)
"Look at CWC and Bertucci."
#53
Fossil
4.0
(1)
"Fossil"
#54
Zodiac
4.0
(1)
"Look into Zodiac. I've got the ZO9212 and think it's a great value."
#55
Traska
4.0
(1)
"One idea is something from Traska, specifically the Summiteer."
#56
Suunto
4.0
(1)
"I would go with suunto race."
#57
Laco
4.0
(1)
"Laco Pro pilot, Christopher ward 12 or Sealander GMT, Farer 3 hander GMT, Maen Hudson GMT."
#58
Certina
4.0
(1)
"Certina DS Action Diver (available in 38mm and 43mm): Swiss made automatic."
#59
Damasko
4.0
(1)
"How about Damasko DA36."
#60
Nomos Glashutte
4.0
(1)
"I am a big fan of Nomos Glashutte near that price."
#61
Monta
4.0
(1)
"Monta or Traska for microbrand. Hamilton or Mido for Swiss. Nomos or Sinn for German."
#62
Herbelin
4.0
(1)
"Herbelin is a new French brand that is only available at Helios Stores."
#63
Esprit
4.0
(1)
"Esprit."
#64
MK
4.0
(1)
"MK."
#65
Daniel Wellington
4.0
(1)
"Daniel wellington."
#66
Amphibian Classic
4.0
(1)
"$70 is more realistic for a female mechanical watch."
#67
Raketa, Vostok, Slava, Polbeda, Luch
4.0
(1)
"I'd try and figure out what style she likes and look for something similar."
#68
Tozo
3.0
(1)
"Cheap on Amazon and work mostly fine."
#69
Skagen
3.0
(1)
"Skagen is a known brand, though I would research to find out its ability to solar charge."
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