Casio MTP-VD01vsFerro Distinct 2

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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-VD01 at true scale

MTP-VD01

Ferro Distinct 2 at true scale

Distinct 2

Diameter

45mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

lowest

50mm

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

11mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$55

lowest

$445

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
45mm
44mm
Thickness
10.3mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
50mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
n/a
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Silver
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
n/a
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$55
$445
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Reviews

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

Casio MTP-VD01

Owners widely praise the Casio MTP-VD01 for its exceptional value, with many stating it looks and feels worth significantly more than its low price point. Reviewers note its clean aesthetic and attractive dials, with one owner comparing its blue dial to a more expensive brand. Some owners find the dial legibility challenging due to hand and marker blending. The original rubber strap and a NATO strap were both found to be uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the Casio MTP-VD01 highly for its impressive aesthetic and value proposition.

Ferro Distinct 2

The Ferro Distinct 2 is praised for its well-polished finish and screw-down crown for improved grip, with owners finding it looks better in person and feels worth more than its asking price. The watch features a centered date complication. However, the flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating, and the dial has no lume. The Ferro Distinct 2 has a 44mm case and 50m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Ferro Distinct 2 highly for its perceived value and improved finishing.