Citizen Eco-Drive OnevsDefakto Mono

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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 Eco-Drive One at true scale

Eco-Drive One

Defakto Mono at true scale

Mono

Diameter

38.6mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.8mm

Thickness

3.9mm

lowest

6.6mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$4,995

n/a

Movement

8826

Ronda 712

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38.6mm
40mm
Thickness
3.88mm
6.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.8mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
n/a
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
8826
Ronda 712
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,995
n/a
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Reviews

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

Citizen Eco-Drive One

The Citizen Eco-Drive One is widely praised for its extreme thinness, with reviewers and owners consistently noting its case thickness around 2.98mm to 3.5mm, and its light weight, making it feel almost imperceptible on the wrist. The watch's "wow factor" and "svelte" design are frequently highlighted, alongside its "Super Titanium" case which is described as harder than stainless steel. Some owners find the aesthetic plain or dated, and the price is a significant barrier for many. The Eco-Drive quartz movement offers approximately 100 days of power reserve on a full charge. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Eco-Drive One highly for its groundbreaking thinness and lightweight titanium construction.

Defakto Mono

The Defakto Mono is praised for its awesome, super minimalist design, with one owner finding it a versatile everyday/business-casual watch useful for weekends and holidays. However, it requires concentration to tell the specific time and is best suited for casual wear rather than daily use, though its minimalist style is appreciated. One owner noted a very light mark on the dial just above the center. Overall, owners appreciate the Defakto Mono for its minimalist style and versatility, despite its casual wear suitability.