Phoibos DepthvsZelos Swordfish 3

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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 Depth at true scale

Depth

Zelos Swordfish 3 at true scale

Swordfish 3

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$470

$399

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9015

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$470
$399
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Reviews

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

Phoibos Depth

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter for its surprisingly slim 40mm case, solid build, and great finishing for the price, with one owner noting an accuracy of +5-7 seconds per day and a well-made bracelet featuring toolless microadjust. The watch's unique, summery design and attractive color palettes are also frequently highlighted. However, opinions are divided on the "popsicle stick" hands, with some finding them unappealing while others appreciate them, and one owner found the case and dial combination did not match well. Lume is also a point of contention, with one owner reporting it as disappointing while another describes it as long-lasting. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter highly for its slim 300m diver profile and distinctive design at its price point.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its exceptional value, with many highlighting the textured sandwich dial and the surprisingly good bracelet. The watch's 40mm case dimensions are considered fine for wearability, and its titanium construction contributes to a compact and comfortable feel. Some owners appreciate the unique appeal of specific dials, such as the teal or yellow Timascus variants. One reviewer noted sharp bracelet edges and legibility issues in bright light on a specific variant. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its strong value proposition and fun design elements at its price point.