Pompeak Sub-AquaticvsTissot Seastar 1000

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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.

Pompeak Sub-Aquatic at true scale

Sub-Aquatic

Tissot Seastar 1000 at true scale

Seastar 1000

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

80h

highest

MSRP

$915

$875

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

4 specs
Thickness
13mm
12.48mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Material
904L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Graded grey-black
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
38h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$915
$875
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Reviews

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

Pompeak Sub-Aquatic

The Pompeak Sub-Aquatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, with owners highlighting its 904L stainless steel construction, Swiss Sellita SW200-1 movement, and ceramic bezel insert. The fit and finish are considered superior to lesser alternatives, and the bracelet receives particular commendation. One owner specifically points to the pleasing color gradient on the waffle dial as a standout feature. Overall, owners rate the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic highly for its exceptional quality and stupendous value for money.

Tissot Seastar 1000

Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its value, solid build, and 300m water resistance, with reviewers highlighting its comfortable wearability and affordable price point for a sporty diver. Some owners find the bezel difficult to use and note glare from the crystal, while others criticize the lume and bracelet quality, with one owner describing the clasp as flimsy. Accuracy figures for the quartz models are excellent, and the Powermatic 80 movement is considered reliable. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 highly for its strong value proposition as a sporty, affordable everyday watch.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the Powermatic 80 movement is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.