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Ikepod Seapod S003vsSternglas Merion

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
Merion200m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
46mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Yes
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$701

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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.

Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

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