Casio MQ-24vsKnot Watches Knot CMP-38SV (Moon Phase)

lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures
Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

MQ-24

Knot CMP-38SV (Moon Phase)
Diameter
34.9mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
38.8mm
n/a
Thickness
7.8mm
lowest
8mm
Water Resistance
n/a
30m
MSRP
$30
lowest
$185
Movement
Quartz
Miyota 6P00
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Casio MQ-24 for its extreme affordability, comfortable and lightweight wear, excellent legibility, and minimalistic design. Many appreciate its near-silent operation and find it to be a reliable and accurate timepiece, with one owner reporting theirs lasted nearly a decade. Some owners note the lack of a date complication and an uninspiring crown action as downsides. Overall, owners rate the Casio MQ-24 highly for its value and core time-telling functionality.
The Casio MQ-24's minimalist dial design offers exceptional legibility. The resin case scratches easily. Reviewers disagreed on the accuracy of the quartz movement.
Knot Watches Knot CMP-38SV (Moon Phase) offers a unique aesthetic and decent quality finishing for its price point. Owners find it a reasonable quartz option, especially for collections without automatic winders, due to the ease of maintaining the moon phase complication. The moon phase display utilizes a standard 29-step wheel mechanism. Some users note the "Knot" branding can be difficult to see in low light, though hand visibility remains good, and the 38mm dial may appear small on larger wrists. Overall, owners appreciate Knot Watches Knot CMP-38SV (Moon Phase) for its distinctive design and practical quartz movement at an accessible price.
Similar watches
Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.
Also compared
Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.










