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Ikepod Seapod SOO3vsLorier Hydra SIII

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Seapod SOO3
IkepodSeapod SOO3
MSRP $1,369
Hydra SIII
LorierHydra SIII
MSRP $699

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod SOO346mm
Hydra SIII39mm
Power Reserve
Seapod SOO340h
Hydra SIII40h
Water Resistance
Seapod SOO3100m
Hydra SIII200m
MSRP
Seapod SOO3$1,369
Hydra SIII$699

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,369
$699

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod SOO3

The Ikepod Seapod SOO3 is lauded for its symmetrical, time-only dial and unique, lugless case design that enhances wearability despite its 46mm size. Reviewers note the lume is less potent than desired, and the hands could be larger for improved legibility. The Miyota 9039 movement powers the watch, which offers 200m water resistance, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap reduce its practicality for actual diving. On balance, reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod SOO3 as a design-forward piece with a distinctive aesthetic.

Lorier Hydra SIII

Owners and reviewers praise the Lorier Hydra SIII for its value, GMT functionality via the Miyota 9075 movement, and classic travel-diver aesthetics. Some reviewers note the finishing is simple or a tad rough around the edges, while others find it good for the price. Accuracy figures range from +7 to +8.5 seconds per day. The domed Hesalite crystal may exhibit distortion. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hydra SIII highly for its feature set and value proposition in a travel-diver format.

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