Side by side

Maen Hudson 38 MK5vsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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

Hudson 38 MK5
MaenHudson 38 MK5
MSRP $719
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hudson 38 MK538mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Hudson 38 MK540h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Hudson 38 MK5300m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Hudson 38 MK5$719
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
11mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
16mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
M1.1.5
Yellow

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$719
$499

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Maen Hudson 38 MK5 vs VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Maen Hudson 38 MK5

The Maen Hudson 38 MK5 is praised for its wearable 38mm case, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjust, and 300m water resistance. Reviewers note improved finishing and a new sandblasted dial on the redesigned case, powered by the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offering a 68-hour power reserve. However, the lume is not very bright despite using X1 Super-LumiNova, and the brushing on the lugs clashes with the endlinks. Some find its overall presence too modest, lacking distinguishing character. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Maen Hudson 38 MK5 for its competent build quality and comfortable wearability at its price point, though some desire more visual flair.

From video reviewers

The Maen M1.1.5 features a compact wear profile with a well-articulated bracelet and smooth finishing against the skin. The watch's use of the ETA2824 movement provides reliable accuracy. A potential drawback is the watch's bezel action, described as 'not the smoothest'.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

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