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Phoibos KrakenvsYema Diver

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

Kraken
PhoibosKraken
MSRP $499
Diver
YemaDiver
MSRP $990

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kraken40mm
Diver39.5mm
Power Reserve
Kraken40h
Diver40h
Water Resistance
Kraken200m
Diver200m
MSRP
Kraken$499
Diver$990

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW200

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$990

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Phoibos Kraken

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Kraken for its excellent lume, dial production, and the thinness of its Miyota 9015 movement, all at a sub-$500 price point. Specific positive mentions include the case and bracelet finishing, with one owner calling the bracelet excellent. The 40mm size is considered ideal by some. However, some owners find the crown guard execution awkward, and the hands have been described as resembling "veiny penises." There is also a concern that the dial's appearance in natural light might not achieve the desired color-shifting, smoky metallic effect. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Kraken highly for its impressive dial and finishing at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's attractive price point and retro styling are consistently praised. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

Yema Diver

One owner reported a water ingress issue on their Yema Diver the first time it got wet in a lake, despite rinsing and inspecting the watch and bezel. Another owner notes this manual wind Yema Diver has a cool patina but is unlikely to be waterproof or gain value. Overall, owners view the Yema Diver as a fun second watch rather than an investment.

From video reviewers

The Swiss Sellita movement is a notable feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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