Side by side

Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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

BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
BOLDR x Nitecore$449
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.8mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
SII NH34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$399

Follow this matchup

Get a note when BOLDR x Nitecore vs Phoibos Wave Master GMT gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

BOLDR x Nitecore

BOLDR x Nitecore is widely praised for its lightweight 38mm PVD titanium case, excellent legibility, and perfect sizing. Owners and reviewers highlight the unique, topographical map-inspired dial offering fantastic depth, complemented by color-matched Old-Radium C3 lume and subtle branding. The watch is described as durable and powerfully lumed, with the included Nitecore TIKI torch capable of boosting its glow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the BOLDR x Nitecore highly for its exceptional lume and distinctive dial design at its price point.

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.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.