Finding alternatives to
Alternatives to the Farr + Swit Solar Chrono
47 watches that match on case size, movement family, and price band. Sorted by how close the match is.
Case
40mm
Movement
Solar
Category
Racing
MSRP
$550
The short answer
The closest alternative to the Farr + Swit Solar Chrono is the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER ($725) — pro diver and Visually similar. If price is the constraint, the Timex Expedition Ridge Chronograph 42mm Silicone Strap Watch at $145 (vs $550 for the Solar Chrono) covers most of the same brief. From the independents, the Sheffield Solar GT is the standout microbrand take — same family (Solar) and Pro diver. Stepping up, the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Quartz ($1,300) is where the same idea goes with a bigger budget.
47 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· 11
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.
