Side by side

Lorier AstravsOblvlo VM Tourbillon

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

Some links are affiliate links — lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

Some links are affiliate links — lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Lorier Astra

The Lorier Astra is praised for its outstanding details and design language, hitting a "dressy sports watch" vibe with a beautiful sector dial and lume. Owners note its versatile, do-it-all design with classic proportions and refined details like beveled markers, making it suitable for both formal and casual wear. The watch wears slightly larger than its 36mm case suggests, closer to 38mm, with lugs that taper and curve downward to fit well on smaller wrists. However, the bracelet feels a bit light, some screws are difficult to remove, and the Miyota movement can gain around 8 seconds in 12 hours with potentially offset date numerals. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Astra highly for its dressy sports watch aesthetic and refined details at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's versatile dial and comfortable 36mm sizing are consistently praised. Lume brightness is noted as a potential weakness. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

Oblvlo VM Tourbillon

Owners widely praise the Oblvlo for its striking aventurine dial and crisp finishing, with many appreciating its unique, high-end design at an accessible price point. The winding action is noted as smooth, and the movement is described as quieter than typical alternatives. However, the lume is consistently flagged as weak, making low-light timekeeping imprecise. Some owners view these watches as enjoyable novelties rather than heirlooms, with potential concerns about long-term repairability and spare parts availability. On balance, owners rate the Oblvlo highly for its distinctive design and excellent value at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Astra36mm
VM Tourbillon45mm
Power Reserve
Astra
VM Tourbillon65h
Water Resistance
Astra50m
VM Tourbillon50m
MSRP
Astra$599
VM Tourbillon$800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Skeleton
Diameter
36mm
45mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
18mm
0mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Oblvlo OBL.8024
Power Reserve
0h
65h
Jewels
0
20
Complications
None
Tourbillon

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$800
Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Lorier Astra vs Oblvlo VM Tourbillon gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.