Side by side

Seiko Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited EditionvsVario Futurist

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

Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Seiko Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition features a 40mm case, 300m water resistance, and a 72-hour power reserve from the Calibre 6R55 movement, distinguished by a grey bezel insert and a wave-patterned silvery-white dial. The clasp includes an improved diving suit extension. Owners note the MarineMaster case is comfortable and wearable. However, some owners criticize the 6R54 movement's accuracy, reporting deviations of +25/-15 seconds per day, and find the production number too large for a "limited" edition, deeming it too expensive. On balance, owners rate the Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition positively for its comfortable case and attractive dial, despite concerns regarding its price and movement accuracy.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition72h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition300m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition$1,400
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Purple
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R55
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,400
$648
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 Seiko Prospex Sea Seiko Diver’s Watch 60th Anniversary Limited Edition vs Vario Futurist 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.