Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Astor + Banks Chrono is the cheaper of the two at $575, against $1,100 for the Tissot Ballade — a $525 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Tissot Ballade?

The Astor + Banks Chrono wears larger at 44mm versus 39mm for the Tissot Ballade — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Astor + Banks Chrono.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Chrono run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

The Astor + Banks Chrono runs a quartz caliber (Ronda 5050.B), while the Tissot Ballade runs a automatic (Powermatic 80).

Side by side

Astor + Banks ChronovsTissot Ballade

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Astor + Banks Chrono

chrono

MSRP $575

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Chrono44mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Chrono40h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Chrono100m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Chrono$575

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Ronda 5050.B

Powermatic 80

Type

Quartz

Automatic

Power Reserve

40h

80h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$575

$1,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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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.

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