Movado Series 800 AutomaticvsPhoibos Apollo

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Movado Series 800 Automatic at true scale

Series 800 Automatic

Phoibos Apollo at true scale

Apollo

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

n/a

11mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,895

$460

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
n/a
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
38h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,895
$460
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Reviews

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

Movado Series 800 Automatic

Owners widely praise the Movado Series 800 Automatic for its fantastic appearance and durability over years of wear, with one owner noting it looks great and functions well within a $400 budget. Some owners consider it a good luck charm. A reviewer describes the quartz chronographs in the Series 800 line as tool-watch looking with a dive watch feel, featuring polished elements and a sunray dial. One owner notes that some lumed indices are cut off and date wheels are not color-matched. Owners question its value proposition compared to other brands, with second-hand prices ranging from $400-800€. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Movado Series 800 Automatic well for its aesthetic appeal and perceived durability over time.

Phoibos Apollo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Apollo for its unique design, outstanding lume, and overall quality, with many appreciating its value. Some owners, however, find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling and note the bracelet's lack of tapering. One owner also flagged the price as high relative to competitors. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetics and impressive lume.

From video reviewers

The vibrant blue dial is a standout feature. The original spring bars were too close to the titanium case, preventing strap changes, but Phoibos will now include curved spring bars.