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Ikepod Megapod M002vsTissot Ballade

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Megapod M002
IkepodMegapod M002
MSRP $1,458
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100
What people say

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Ikepod Megapod M002

The Ikepod Megapod M002 is praised for its unique design and comfortable wearability, with owners noting it wears smaller than its 46mm case size due to its lugless, pebble-like shape. Legibility is good, aided by generous Super-LumiNova, and it is powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic movement. Some find the considerable size limits wearability for wrists under 44mm. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M002 for its distinctive design and surprisingly comfortable wearability despite its substantial dimensions.

Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod M00246mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
Megapod M00240h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
Megapod M00250m
Ballade100m
MSRP
Megapod M002$1,458
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
17mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Applied
Roman
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$1,100
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