Phoibos ApollovsDOXA SUB 300

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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.

Phoibos Apollo at true scale

Apollo

DOXA SUB 300 at true scale

SUB 300

Diameter

39mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

n/a

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$460

lowest

$2,890

Movement

Miyota 9015

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
42.5mm
Thickness
11mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
Blue
Aquamarine

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
n/a
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$460
$2,890
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Reviews

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

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.

DOXA SUB 300

The DOXA SUB 300 is widely praised for its wearability, vibrant color options, and modern updates like improved lume, with reviewers calling it the brand's most desirable model. Owners note its comfortable wear, clean cushion case, and legible dials, though some find the 42.5mm case a bit large. The bezel action is outstanding, and the beads-of-rice bracelet contributes to a smaller perceived size. However, some owners report issues with bracelet end links sticking out, a sharp clasp edge, sub-standard screw pins, and disappointing lume. The polished bezel surface is also noted as prone to scratches, and the clasp's top section and clip are described as feeling "tinnyness" and too sixties. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the DOXA SUB 300 highly for its compelling charm and modern updates, despite some noted bracelet and clasp refinements.