Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA90vsTissot Seastar 1000

Ref. ratio-free-diver-helium-safe-1000m-sapphire-automatic-1068ha90-34va-blk-mens-watch·MSRP $249
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Measurements
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FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA90

Seastar 1000
Diameter
47mm
40mm
Thickness
15mm
12.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
1000m
highest
300m
Power Reserve
40h
80h
highest
MSRP
$249
lowest
$875
Movement
Seiko NH36
Tissot Powermatic 80
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA90 for its robust build, excellent finishing, and solid construction, with one owner noting its case finishing is excellent and the stainless band is comfortable. The watch features genuine 1000m water resistance, a sapphire crystal, and a helium escape valve, with its lume described as brighter than that on other dive watches. One owner reported an unacceptable 66 bezel clicks, though others found the bezel to have great feel and minimal back play. Overall, owners rate the Ratio FreeDiver 1000M 1068HA90 highly for its extreme water resistance and value at a competitive price.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its value and solid build, with one reviewer calling it a comfortable, sporty, and affordable everyday watch with a great case and dial ratio. However, some owners find the Tissot Seastar 1000 too large and poorly proportioned, citing small indices on larger dials and a difficult-to-read bezel. Criticisms also include a non-reflective crystal causing glare, mediocre lume, and a subpar bracelet, with some feeling it is underwhelming for the price compared to other divers. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 highly for its value and solid build at the price point.
The 80-hour power reserve from the Powermatic 80 movement is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.
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