Which is cheaper, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Yema Urban Traveller?

At MSRP the Yema Urban Traveller is the cheaper of the two at $1,090, against $2,414 for the Formex Reef 42 mm — a $1,324 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Yema Urban Traveller?

The Formex Reef 42 mm wears larger at 42mm versus 39mm for the Yema Urban Traveller — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Yema Urban Traveller?

The Formex Reef 42 mm is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Yema Urban Traveller.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Formex Reef 42 mm or the Yema Urban Traveller?

The Formex Reef 42 mm carries a 56-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Yema Urban Traveller.

What movement does the Formex Reef 42 mm run compared to the Yema Urban Traveller?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Formex Reef 42 mm uses the Sellita SW300-1 and the Yema Urban Traveller uses the Sellita SW200.

Side by side

Formex Reef 42 mmvsYema Urban Traveller

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

Formex Reef 42 mm

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MSRP $2,414

Yema Urban Traveller

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MSRP $1,090

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Reef 42 mm42mm

Urban Traveller39mm

Power Reserve

Reef 42 mm56h

Urban Traveller40h

Water Resistance

Reef 42 mm300m

Urban Traveller100m

MSRP

Reef 42 mm$2,414

Urban Traveller$1,090

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

Black

Green

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW300-1

Sellita SW200

Power Reserve

56h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,414

$1,090

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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.

Formex Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

The Yema Urban Traveller is praised for its balanced 39mm proportions and distinctive Gallic flair, offering solid build quality at $890 USD. Owners note the in-house YEMA2000 movement provides a smooth sweep, though its 42-hour power reserve and accuracy of +10 seconds per day are considered average. Some find the stamped dial texture shallow and the case/bracelet finishing simpler than comparable watches. On balance, owners and reviewers consider the Yema Urban Traveller a well-built, compelling challenger in the integrated bracelet sports watch category.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and integrated bracelet design are strong points. Durability against scratches and daily wear is a potential weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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