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Ikepod Seapod S003vsAstor + Banks Fortitude Lite

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
Fortitude Lite
Astor + BanksFortitude Lite
MSRP $650

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
Fortitude Lite38.5mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
Fortitude Lite40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
Fortitude Lite200m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
Fortitude Lite$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
46mm
38.5mm
Thickness
12mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Maíz
Lume
Yes
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$650

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite

The Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite is praised for its reduced 10.9mm thickness and redesigned lugs that turn down, along with the removal of the date complication. One owner finds the white dial Fortitude Lite a good watch but not worth $650, suggesting better value from other brands, while another simply states it looks better than a specific alternative. Overall, owners praise the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite for its wearability due to its thinner case and redesigned lugs.

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