Which is cheaper, the Seestern Sub 300 V4 or the Monta Atlas?

At MSRP the Seestern Sub 300 V4 is the cheaper of the two at $10, against $2,150 for the Monta Atlas — a $2,140 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Seestern Sub 300 V4 or the Monta Atlas?

The Seestern Sub 300 V4 wears larger at 42mm versus 38.5mm for the Monta Atlas — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Seestern Sub 300 V4 or the Monta Atlas?

The Seestern Sub 300 V4 is rated to 200m versus 152m for the Monta Atlas.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Seestern Sub 300 V4 or the Monta Atlas?

The Seestern Sub 300 V4 carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Monta Atlas.

What movement does the Seestern Sub 300 V4 run compared to the Monta Atlas?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Seestern Sub 300 V4 uses the Seiko NH35A and the Monta Atlas uses the Monta M-23.

Side by side

Seestern Sub 300 V4vsMonta Atlas

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Seestern Sub 300 V4

Sub 300 V4

MSRP $10

Monta Atlas

monta-atlas-opalin-silver-dial

MSRP $2,150

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Sub 300 V442mm

Atlas38.5mm

Power Reserve

Sub 300 V441h

Atlas40h

Water Resistance

Sub 300 V4200m

Atlas152m

MSRP

Sub 300 V4$10

Atlas$2,150

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Underside

Inner

Dial Color

Orange

Silver

Lume

Japan Lume (blue glow)

None

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

Seiko NH35A

Monta M-23

Beat Rate

21,600 vph

28,800 vph

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Jewels

Complications

GMT, Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$10

$2,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Seestern Sub 300 V4

Owners widely praise the Seestern Sub 300 V4 for its terrific fit and finish and surprising little touches at its $179 price, noting top-notch case, dial, bezel, and crystal. The bracelet is considered nice enough for the price point, and the watch is powered by the solid and reliable Seiko NH35 movement. Some owners report that the polished sides of the case show signs of wear. Overall, owners rate the Seestern Sub 300 V4 highly for its excellent case, dial, and bezel finishing at the price.

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Monta Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

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