Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition IIvsTissot T-Race

Owners widely praise the Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II for its striking meteorite dial and clean, Bauhaus design, with one owner stating it holds up well and is comparable to a $1,500 watch, losing only about four minutes per year. However, some owners report sharp edges causing discomfort and difficulty removing strap pins or bracelet links. Opinions are split on whether it is a fashion watch or suitable for daily wear. One owner finds the chronograph minutes difficult to read for practical use. On balance, owners rate the Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II highly for its Bauhaus design and meteorite dial, despite some concerns about sharp edges and legibility.

The Tissot T-Race is widely praised for its bold, sporty design, with many owners finding it more impressive in person than in photos and appreciating its resemblance to luxury designs and Tissot's brake caliper aesthetic. Reviewers highlight its substantial 45mm case, comfortable wearability due to articulating lugs and quality straps, excellent dial legibility, AR-coated sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance, all at an accessible price point. Some specific models feature a brushed "brake-disc" bezel, and one owner noted their lume lasted over nine minutes. However, the Tissot T-Race's complex, motorsports-themed design is polarizing, with some finding it too loud or chunky for dressier occasions, and its heavy bracelet limits strap versatility. The chronograph pushers on automatic models are described as agricultural and mushy, and the 45-hour power reserve is insufficient for continuous chronograph use.