Casio MTP-B145D-7BVvsSternglas Naos Solar

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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 MTP-B145D-7BV at true scale

MTP-B145D-7BV

Sternglas Naos Solar at true scale

Naos Solar

Diameter

35mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

42mm

Thickness

7.4mm

lowest

10mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

n/a

$323

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VJ76

Case

5 specs
Diameter
35mm
38mm
Thickness
7.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
42mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
n/a
Lume
None
Luminova Punkten

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VJ76
Type
Quartz
Solar
Power Reserve
0h
n/a
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$323
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Reviews

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

Casio MTP-B145D-7BV

Owners widely praise the Casio MTP-B145D-7BV for its attractive appearance and value, with one owner calling it a favorite Casio and another highly suggesting its pink dial variant. The watch is described as sleek, light, and well-proportioned, featuring an understated look with simple case and bracelet integration. Some owners find its design draws comparisons to the Tissot PRX, and one owner believes its pink dial is less saturated than a competitor's. Opinions are mixed on the dial's indices, with one owner preferring markers over numerals on the white dial. Overall, owners rate the Casio MTP-B145D-7BV highly for its appearance and value, with many finding it looks amazing and is a great first non-smartwatch purchase.

Sternglas Naos Solar

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos Solar for its elegant Bauhaus-inspired minimalist dial and value for money. Many find it looks better in person than in photos, appreciating its clean design, comfortable 38mm size, and nearly invisible sapphire crystal. Some owners note the solar movement offers good accuracy and a thinner profile compared to automatic alternatives. However, a portion of owners feel the watch can look underwhelming, with some describing the hands and face as cheap-looking or toy-like. The stock leather strap is generally considered decent but basic, with some advising a third-party replacement. Overall, owners rate the Sternglas Naos Solar highly for its attractive design and value, with its slim profile and solar functionality being key draws.