Which is cheaper, the Pagani Design PD-1688 or the Zelos LT Carbon?

At MSRP the Pagani Design PD-1688 is the cheaper of the two at $133, against $449 for the Zelos LT Carbon — a $316 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which has better water resistance, the Pagani Design PD-1688 or the Zelos LT Carbon?

The Pagani Design PD-1688 is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Zelos LT Carbon.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Pagani Design PD-1688 or the Zelos LT Carbon?

The Pagani Design PD-1688 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos LT Carbon.

What movement does the Pagani Design PD-1688 run compared to the Zelos LT Carbon?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Pagani Design PD-1688 uses the Miyota 8215 and the Zelos LT Carbon uses the Miyota 9133.

Side by side

Pagani Design PD-1688vsZelos LT Carbon

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

Pagani Design PD-1688

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MSRP $133

Zelos LT Carbon

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MSRP $449

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

PD-168840mm

LT Carbon40mm

Power Reserve

PD-168842h

LT Carbon40h

Water Resistance

PD-1688100m

LT Carbon50m

MSRP

PD-1688$133

LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Carbon

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 8215

Miyota 9133

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$133

$449

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1688

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1688 as a nice and inexpensive GADA watch. However, the bracelet is consistently described as only okay, with owners suggesting it will likely be swapped. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1688 highly for its value as a versatile everyday watch.

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Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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