Casio MQ-24vsSternglas Naos

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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 MQ-24 at true scale

MQ-24

Sternglas Naos at true scale

Naos

Diameter

34.9mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

38.8mm

lowest

41mm

Thickness

7.8mm

7.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

n/a

50m

MSRP

$30

lowest

$323

Movement

Quartz

Ronda 714

Case

7 specs
Diameter
34.9mm
38mm
Thickness
7.8mm
7.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
38.8mm
41mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Resin
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
WR
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Ronda 714
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$30
$323
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Reviews

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

Casio MQ-24

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.

From video reviewers

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.

Sternglas Naos

The Sternglas Naos is widely praised for its durable construction, featuring a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a flawless date mechanism. Owners appreciate its refined aesthetic, which allows it to be easily dressed up or down for daily wear, and its comfortable bracelet that drapes well. The Bauhaus design is noted as harmonious, and the quartz movement offers good accuracy. One owner advises replacing the original tan strap due to durability concerns. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos highly for its refined design and durability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Sternglas Naos is praised for its Bauhaus design and build quality. Reviewers noted that the watch offers good value as a budget alternative to more expensive Bauhaus models.