Casio DW-B5600vsRZE UTD-8000

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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.

Casio DW-B5600 at true scale

DW-B5600

RZE UTD-8000 at true scale

UTD-8000

Diameter

42.8mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

48.9mm

lowest

49.5mm

Thickness

13.4mm

13.4mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$120

lowest

$279

Movement

Quartz

UTD-8000

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Tool
Diameter
42.8mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.9mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Resin
Titanium
Finish
n/a
n/a
Caseback
n/a
Screw secured titanium caseback

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
No
Underside
Dial Color
Transparent
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
UTD-8000
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$279
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Reviews

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

Casio DW-B5600

The Casio DW-B5600 is praised for its stealthy all-black design, clear inverted LCD in sunlight, and Bluetooth connectivity for automatic time adjustment and app-based settings. Owners appreciate its look and fit, with some finding the negative display offers superior viewing angles. However, the strap's narrow lug width and hard feel limit strap options, and one owner found the buttons difficult to press, with the top left button being particularly inconvenient. The DW-B5600 is also noted for its bezel compatibility with the 5000 model. On balance, owners rate the Casio DW-B5600 highly for its modern connectivity features integrated into a classic G-Shock design.

RZE UTD-8000

Owners and reviewers praise the RZE UTD-8000 for its full titanium construction, scratch-resistant UltraHex coating, and comfortable wearability, with some noting its value at around $340-$369. The watch features a sapphire crystal and Cerakote-coated titanium, offering a modern take on digital watch aesthetics. However, it is not thermocompensated and its feature set does not rival high-end Casio models. Overall, enthusiasts value the RZE UTD-8000 for its durable materials and comfortable design at its price point.

From video reviewers

Hardened titanium case with ULTRAHex coating resists scratches while maintaining a competitive price against comparable titanium alternatives. The negative display may not suit all users' preferences for legibility in varying light conditions.