Citizen Promaster DivervsCitizen Promaster Skyhawk U830

The Citizen Promaster Diver is praised for its handsome dial made from recycled materials and its accurate Ecodrive movement, running +1 second in 7 days. Owners note potential difficulty maintaining charge in a large collection and minor alignment issues with the bezel and chapter ring. One owner reports an automatic movement with +20/-40 seconds a day accuracy. On balance, owners appreciate the Citizen Promaster Diver for its distinctive dial and reliable Ecodrive movement.

The Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 is praised for its updated 43mm titanium case, legible memory-in-pixel display, and cleaner, less cluttered design compared to previous versions. Reviewers highlight its versatile contemporary look and enhanced functionality from the caliber U830, while owners appreciate the MIP display and screw-down caseback. Some users find the interface clunky and the face busy, particularly noting the "calendar" label and the lack of radio or GPS time synchronization, with one owner finding the 45mm size and busy subdials less useful for non-pilots. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 highly for its impressive technology and improved legibility in a contemporary package.