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Borealis Watch Co. Porto CovovsPhoibos Voyager

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

Porto Covo
Borealis Watch Co.Porto Covo
MSRP $415
Voyager
PhoibosVoyager
MSRP $350

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Porto Covo40mm
Voyager39mm
Power Reserve
Porto Covo40h
Voyager40h
Water Resistance
Porto Covo300m
Voyager200m
MSRP
Porto Covo$415
Voyager$350

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$415
$350

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Porto Covo

The Borealis Porto Covo is widely praised for its 39mm size and unique cantilevered indices that create a 3D effect and depth. Owners note the indices' floating appearance is a well-executed design. One owner reported poor accuracy and a terse customer service response, while another wished for a 42mm size option. The $395 price is considered reasonable for a microbrand, though some feel it does not compare favorably to AliExpress options. Overall, owners appreciate the Borealis Porto Covo for its distinctive dial design and wearable 39mm case size.

Phoibos Voyager

The Phoibos Voyager is noted for its attractive MOP dial that plays with light and good overall finishing, along with a fun octopus logo. However, the red-on-red date wheel is illegible and may be misaligned. One owner flags the 13.5mm thick case, while comfortable at 39mm, as prone to striking objects. Overall, owners appreciate the dial's visual appeal and finishing, despite legibility issues with the date wheel.

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