Tissot VisodatevsVario Futurist

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Tissot Visodate at true scale

Visodate

Vario Futurist at true scale

Futurist

Diameter

39mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

10.4mm

10mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$950

$648

lowest

Movement

Tissot Powermatic 80

Miyota 9039

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10.45mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Blue
Purple
Indices
Indexes
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Tissot Powermatic 80
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$950
$648
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Reviews

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

Tissot Visodate

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Visodate for its exceptional value, refined vintage-inspired design, and comfortable 39mm case. Specific strengths highlighted include the clean dial layout, polished indices, twisted lug design, and the beveled domed sapphire crystal. The Powermatic 80 movement is noted for its reliability and 80-hour power reserve. Some reviewers find the flat bezel potentially jarring and the lume weak, while others mention the lugs can be somewhat long or the crystal is more reflective than ideal. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Visodate highly for its impressive design and finishing at its price point.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is praised for its retro-futuristic design, inspired by the 1970s, featuring a unique faceted sapphire crystal and an angular tonneau case that catches the light significantly. Owners note its 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected. One reviewer flags the recessed crown as difficult to operate. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario Futurist highly for its bold, visually intriguing design at an affordable price.

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.