Side by side

Rolex Yacht-MastervsRolex Datejust

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

Yacht-Master
RolexYacht-Master
MSRP $32,500
Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $39,400
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Rolex Yacht-Master

Owners widely praise the Rolex Yacht-Master 37 for its elegant and classy design, comfortable fit, and dressier appeal, with many finding it beautiful and a great summer watch. Specific praise is given to the rhodium dial, blue second hand, and Rolesium construction. However, some find the grey dial unappealing, and its smaller dial aperture can make time-telling more difficult. Owners are split on its suitability for men's wrists, with some considering the 37mm size too small. The Rolex Yacht-Master is also seen as the dressiest of Rolex's professional watches by some, while others consider it sporty-only. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Yacht-Master highly for its elegant design and comfortable wearability.

Rolex Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Datejust for its robust elegance, versatility, and timeless design, with many highlighting the comfort of the Jubilee bracelet and the dynamic appeal of various dial colors. Reviewers consider it a cornerstone of the brand, noting its historical significance and aesthetic variety which allows for a personalized feel suitable for any occasion. Some owners find polished surfaces gather scratches quickly, and servicing is eventually costly, while others consider certain configurations too flashy. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Datejust highly for its seamless versatility and robust build, making it a classic choice.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Yacht-Master37mm
Datejust31mm
Power Reserve
Yacht-Master55h
Datejust55h
Water Resistance
Yacht-Master100m
Datejust100m
MSRP
Yacht-Master$32,500
Datejust$39,400

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
37mm
31mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18 kt Everose gold
18 kt yellow gold
Finish
Everose Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and Everose gold
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Light Green
Lume
None
Chromalight

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$32,500
$39,400
Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Rolex Yacht-Master vs Rolex Datejust gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.