Citizen SurattovsDefakto Dialog

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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.

Citizen Suratto at true scale

Suratto

Defakto Dialog at true scale

Dialog

Diameter

38.4mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.8mm

Thickness

4.7mm

lowest

6.6mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

MSRP

$395

n/a

Movement

G872

Ronda 712

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38.4mm
40mm
Thickness
4.71mm
6.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.8mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
G872
Ronda 712
Type
Eco-Drive
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
n/a
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Reviews

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

Citizen Suratto

The Citizen Suratto is widely praised for its exceptionally thin case, with multiple sources noting its thickness around 4.5mm to 4.7mm, making it a standout for wearability and fitting the integrated bracelet trend. Owners also highlight its great value, with prices reported under $300, and appreciate its solar-powered quartz movement and attractive, textured dials that some compare favorably to more expensive brands. One owner notes the taupe strap on their model washed out their skin tone and plans to replace it, while another reviewer mentions the watch lacks lume. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Suratto highly for its remarkable thinness and excellent value.

Defakto Dialog

Owners widely praise the Defakto Dialog for its extreme minimalism and grab-and-go design, with one owner noting its 40mm size enhances readability. The watch is also recognized for its solid quality for the value, featuring an in-house case by Ickler and a slim 6.6mm thickness. Some owners question the practicality of a single-hand watch for daily wear. Overall, owners rate the Defakto Dialog highly for its handcrafted, minimalistic aesthetic and value.