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Sugess MoonPhase Master S394vsPhoibos Wave Master

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MoonPhase Master S394
SugessMoonPhase Master S394
MSRP $449
Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
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.

Sugess MoonPhase Master S394

Owners widely praise the Sugess MoonPhase Master S394 for its impressive value, offering multiple complications at a sub-$200 price point, with one owner highlighting its deep blue dial and applied markers. While one owner finds the 14mm thickness acceptable and wearable, another notes the included straps are subpar and the movement finishing is rough under magnification. The long lugs can also create a noticeable gap with the strap. On balance, owners rate the Sugess MoonPhase Master S394 highly for the significant complications and aesthetic appeal it delivers at its accessible price.

Phoibos Wave Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Wave Master for its attractive wavy dial, bright lume, and comfortable engineer bracelet, with many considering it one of the best-looking watches under $300. The watch features a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel, and owners report good quality for the price, with a subtle wave pattern on the dial appreciated for its unique style. While some minor finishing flaws like slightly crooked hour markers or an off-center outer ring have been noted, these are generally considered not visible during wear. One owner experienced a clasp breakage after four years, but Phoibos replaced it free of charge. Some owners wish the watch were larger than 40mm, and one notes the GMT hand and other details may not hold up under extreme close-ups. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master highly for its distinctive dial and value, especially considering its build quality and features.

From video reviewers

The unidirectional ceramic bezel action is praised. The lume brightness is noted as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the water resistance rating, with some stating 300M and others 200M.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MoonPhase Master S39440mm
Wave Master42mm
Power Reserve
MoonPhase Master S39445h
Wave Master40h
Water Resistance
MoonPhase Master S39450m
Wave Master300m
MSRP
MoonPhase Master S394$449
Wave Master$309

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Case Black
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seagull ST21
Seiko NH35
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$309
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