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Ikepod Seapod S030vsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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Seapod S030
IkepodSeapod S030
MSRP $1,566
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S03046mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S03040h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S030100m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
Seapod S030$1,566
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
46mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SII NH34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Ikepod Seapod S030

The Ikepod Seapod S030 is praised for its refined, enthusiast-oriented design and unique pebble shape, featuring a sandwich dial with 3D colored hour markers. It houses a Miyota 9039 automatic movement and offers a 200m depth rating, all within a 46mm steel case for just over $1,600 USD. Reviewers note the lume is weak and the seconds hand lacks lume, while the bezel is unknurled. On balance, reviewers find the Ikepod Seapod S030 a successful and affordable timepiece with a unique design.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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