Which is cheaper, the Tissot Ballade or the Boldr The Boys?

At MSRP the Boldr The Boys is the cheaper of the two at $299, against $1,100 for the Tissot Ballade — a $801 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Tissot Ballade or the Boldr The Boys?

The Tissot Ballade wears larger at 39mm versus 38mm for the Boldr The Boys — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Tissot Ballade or the Boldr The Boys?

The Boldr The Boys is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Tissot Ballade.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Tissot Ballade or the Boldr The Boys?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Boldr The Boys.

What movement does the Tissot Ballade run compared to the Boldr The Boys?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80 and the Boldr The Boys uses the Seiko NH35A.

Side by side

Tissot BalladevsBoldr The Boys

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

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

Boldr The Boys

the-boys-brigade-90th-anniversary-edition

MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Ballade39mm

The Boys38mm

Power Reserve

Ballade80h

The Boys40h

Water Resistance

Ballade100m

The Boys200m

MSRP

Ballade$1,100

The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Dial Color

Silver

The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition

Indices

Roman

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova ®

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Powermatic 80

Seiko NH35A

Power Reserve

80h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,100

$299

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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.

Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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