Side by side

Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsRolex GMT-Master II

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

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic's wearability, with the 42mm case considered comfortable even on smaller wrists, and its bracelet is noted as superior to alternatives. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the attractive dial colors, such as the praised green and sunburst blue, and the satisfying click of the ceramic bezel. Some owners find the polished center links too flashy, opting to brush them, and the watch's power reserve of 38-42 hours is considered normal by some, while others find it disappointing for a luxury timepiece. Accuracy reports vary, with one owner noting theirs runs about +6 seconds per day, while another reported a different model running nearly a minute fast per day, which other users suggested was abnormal. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial options, despite some finding its power reserve short.

Rolex GMT-Master II

Owners widely praise the Rolex GMT-Master II for its high-quality finishing on the Oystersteel case and bracelet, exceptional dial legibility with bright Chromalight lume, and the versatility offered by various color schemes and models like the "Sprite," "Root Beer," "Pepsi," "Batman," and "Batgirl." Some owners consider specific references, such as the all-black 116710LN, to be the best stainless steel GMT ever made or a great value. The watch is noted for its GMT function and thinner case profile, with accuracy reported around -2/+2 seconds per day by one owner. However, some find the ceramic bezel lacks satisfying clicks, and one owner dislikes the green GMT hand and text against the black dial, along with the bezel text font and polished center links. Acquiring a GMT-Master II from an authorized dealer is challenging, with significant wait times.

From video reviewers

The two-tone black and brown Cerachrom bezel offers a novel and contemporary aesthetic. Reviewers suggest buyers verify lug-to-lug measurements and compare bracelet comfort against full-steel alternatives due to the mixed-metal construction.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
GMT-Master II40mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
GMT-Master II70h
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
GMT-Master II100m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$25,400
GMT-Master II$20,050

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.56mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18kt Pink Gold
Rolesor
Finish
Stainless steel
18 kt Everose gold
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
3285
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
0
34
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$25,400
$20,050
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.

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Breitling Superocean Automatic vs Rolex GMT-Master II gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

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