Audaz ADZ-3010vsTissot Seastar 1000
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
ADZ-3010
Seastar 1000
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
n/a
Thickness
16mm
12.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
1000m
highest
300m
Power Reserve
n/a
80h
MSRP
$720
lowest
$875
Movement
Miyota 9015
Tissot Powermatic 80
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Audaz ADZ-3030 is seen as a versatile automatic watch with a 42mm case, suitable for diving and formal occasions. Owners praise its amazing phosphorus blue lume. However, the Audaz ADZ-3030 is criticized for being a blatant copy of iconic watches, with skepticism expressed about its water resistance. One owner notes the 42mm case is a little big on smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the Audaz ADZ-3030 for its lume and versatility, though some express concerns about its design originality and case size.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its value and solid build, with one reviewer calling it a comfortable, sporty, and affordable everyday watch with a great case and dial ratio. However, some owners find the Tissot Seastar 1000 too large and poorly proportioned, citing small indices on larger dials and a difficult-to-read bezel. Criticisms also include a non-reflective crystal causing glare, mediocre lume, and a subpar bracelet, with some feeling it is underwhelming for the price compared to other divers. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 highly for its value and solid build at the price point.
The 80-hour power reserve from the Powermatic 80 movement is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.
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