Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Tissot Ballade is the cheaper of the two at $1,100, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $4,200 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Tissot Ballade?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 39mm for the Tissot Ballade — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsTissot Ballade

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

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

alt42-mt-ti-bkor-n-s

MSRP $5,300

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

Powermatic 80

Power Reserve

40h

80h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$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.

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor features a 42mm Grade 2 titanium case with black DLC finishing and a refined Trip-Tick construction. Reviewers note its slimmer profile and reduced lug-to-lug distance make it more wearable than previous MB models. The watch has a bi-directional Roto-Click inner bezel, a black dial with Felix the Cat imagery and bright yellow accents, and is powered by the automatic calibre BB14-AH with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor's improved wearability and distinctive design elements.

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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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