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Boldr Five-in-a-RowvsPhoibos Leviathan

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

Five-in-a-Row
BoldrFive-in-a-Row
MSRP $399
Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $309
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Boldr Five-in-a-Row

Owners widely praise Boldr's lightweight titanium cases, value, and suitability for outdoor or adventure use. The 38mm size is considered perfect by some, and the topographical dial on one variant offers fantastic depth with well-matched Old-Radium C3 lume. However, some owners report issues with customer service and perceived poor quality for the price, while others find the 14mm thickness chunky and the dial cluttered, impacting legibility. Accuracy averages around +15 seconds per day, though specific complications like a pulsometer and respiration timer are noted as accurate and useful on one variant. Overall, owners rate Boldr highly for its lightweight, functional design and value, despite some concerns about build quality and legibility.

Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely report the Phoibos Leviathan offers a vintage experience at an affordable price due to its proportions and conservative design. However, the watch is considered well-made and sturdy but quite heavy, with a 45mm x 54mm lug-to-lug case and a 15.5mm thickness, leading some owners to replace the stock band. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its vintage feel and sturdy build at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features 500m water resistance and a Seiko NH35 automatic movement. The case size is a point of contention, with reviewers noting it is substantial and may overwhelm smaller wrists, while others highlight a 40mm case size as an improvement.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Five-in-a-Row38mm
Leviathan45mm
Power Reserve
Five-in-a-Row40h
Leviathan40h
Water Resistance
Five-in-a-Row200m
Leviathan500m
MSRP
Five-in-a-Row$399
Leviathan$309

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
38mm
45mm
Thickness
12.8mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
54mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
500m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Five In A Row I
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
NH35
NH 35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$309
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