Finding alternatives to
Alternatives to the Aquastar Benthos 500 II Founder s Edition
48 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
Case
42mm
Movement
Automatic
Category
Diver
MSRP
$3,590
The short answer
The closest alternative to the Aquastar Benthos 500 II Founder s Edition is the Breitling Superocean Automatic ($5,700) — pro diver and Looks nearly identical. If price is the constraint, the Seiko Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition at $1,750 (vs $3,590 for the Benthos 500 II Founder s Edition) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Aquastar Benthos 500 II is the standout microbrand take — same family (BENTHOS) and Pro diver. Stepping up, the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm ($6,300) is where the same idea goes with a bigger budget.
48 matches
Microbrand picks· 12
Independent makers covering the same brief — usually with something the mainstream brands don't.
Mainstream picks· 12
Established brands covering the same brief at a comparable price — same case size, similar movement family. Often the deciding click for a new buyer.
Cheaper alternatives· 12
If the price is the only thing keeping you off this watch, these get you most of the way there for less.
Pricier alternatives· 12
Where the same idea goes when budget isn't the constraint — luxury upgrades and step-ups.
