A big part of dressing up includes watches, a timeless accessory that can add a touch of sophistication to any outfit. However, with so many options out there, it can be hard to find a watch that fits your budget. Fortunately, there are plenty of affordable watches available that don’t compromise with style or quality. In this article, we’ll explore some of the top affordable watches on the market to help you find the perfect watch for your budget.
CASIO G-SHOCK GM-B2100D-1AER
Fancy a practical and stylish watch made for outdoor activities? Casio G-Shock is crafted with a shock-resistant construction, 200M water resistance, and a digital display with a backlight. And the watch also has a stopwatch, countdown timer, and five daily alarms. Plus, it’s a solar-powered battery watch with a battery life of up to 10 years. If you’re going for a run, you can keep your phone aside and rely on this. As this watch equips a Bluetooth connection, allowing you to connect to your smartphone and access notifications and other features.
Price: $500
SEIKO 5 SPORTS X YUTO HORIGOME SKX LIMITED EDITION
Looking to get into an expensive hobby of watch collecting? Begin with an affordable piece made in collaboration with Japanese skateboarder Yuto Horigome. And it watch features a stainless steel case and bracelet, a black dial with white and red accents, and a date window at the 3 o’clock position. What’s more? The watch is powered by Seiko’s 7S36 automatic movement and is water resistant up to 100 meters. There are only 500 pieces and comes with a special edition box and certificate of authenticity.
Price: $250
MONDAINE EVO2
A classy Swiss watch for everyday wear? We got you. Mondaine Evo2 features classic, timeless designs with modern touches, such as scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, Swiss quartz movement. And it’s also available in a variety of colors and finishes— from classic leather straps to stainless steel bracelets.
Price: $245
ELLIOT BROWN WATCHES CANFORD
Here’s a not-so-out-there brand that will elevate your wardrobe with a chic, reliable watch with classic and modern elements. In fact, the Elliot Brown Watches Canford is a collection of watches for outdoor adventurers. And it comes with features such as water resistance, shock resistance, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The watches also feature a unique design, with a combination of classic and modern elements.
Price: Between $380-$500
G-SHOCK G-STEEL B500
On the quest for affordable watches fit for active lifestyles? The G-SHOCK G-STEEL B500 is a rugged, good-looking timepiece designed with a stainless steel case and band, shock resistance, 200M water resistance. And it comes with a variety of features such as world time, stopwatch, countdown timer, and more. It is versatile for both sporty day outings and casual brunch on a Sunday afternoon.
Price: $260
APPLE WATCH SERIES 8
Tech junkie with a sweet spot for Apple? Or someone who wants a smartwatch that will do its job? The Apple Watch Series 8 is for you. You love the latest, greatest smart tech product with passion. And this being a sleek arm candy, it features a larger display, improved performance, and a range of new health and fitness features. And it is also compatible with Apple’s new Health app, allowing users to track their health and fitness goals.
Price: Starting from $400
HERBELIN NEWPORT 19515/15
Prefer a simple watch with effortless elegance and charm? Get yourself this Herbelin Newport watch. It features a stainless steel case, a black dial, and a black leather strap. And it’s powered by a quartz movement and is water resistant up to 50 meters. Therefore, a few water splashes won’t hurt. Wear it to the pool parties, dinner gala or even your important meetings. The versatility is impressive.
Price: $682
SWATCH X OMEGA MOONSWATCH MISSION TO URANUS
If you ever dream of flying around in the space, you’d love to explore the Swatch x Omega Moonswatch Mission to Uranus. To give some background, there is a joint venture between Swatch and Omega to send a robotic spacecraft to explore the planet Uranus. And the mission will be launched in 2029 and the mission will also investigate the possibility of life on Uranus and its moons. So the watch is a unique combination of Swatch’s iconic design and Omega’s advanced technology. And it is a quartz movement watch that features a stainless steel case and bracelet. Plus, it also has a unique blue dial with a special mission logo, a date window, and a chronograph function. Additionally, the watch is water-resistant up to 100 meters and comes with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
Price: $430
CERTINA DS 38MM DIVER
On the hunt for a decent diver watch for water sports and important outings above the sea level? CERTINA DS 38MM DIVER watch is water-resistant up to 200 meters and features a unidirectional rotating bezel, a screw-down crown, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. What’s more? The watch also has a Swiss-made quartz movement and is powered by a battery.
Price: $865
TIMEX MARLIN AUTOMATIC
If a timepiece crafted with history and classic watch craft amazes you, keep your eyes on Timex Marlin Automatic. It is a classic dress watch that features a stainless steel case, a black dial, and a leather strap. Additionally, the watch is powered by an automatic movement, which means it is powered by the movement of your wrist. Also, it is water-resistant up to 30 meters and has a date window at the 3 o’clock position. It’s one of the affordable watches with a timeless allure.
Price: $260
TISSOT PRX CHRONOGRAPH
Get the best of classic aesthetics and modern technology with the Tissot PRX Chronograph. In terms of its features, it’s got a stainless steel case and bracelet, a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and a quartz movement. And the chronograph features a 30-minute counter, a 12-hour counter, and a date window. Additionally, the watch is water-resistant up to a depth of 100 meters and a battery powers it.
Price: $1720
CASIO A700WEG-9AEF
Want a feel-good, look-good watch with a vintage feel? Casio A700WEG-9AEF is one of the reliable affordable watches that will give you the best. And it features a classic design with a stainless steel case and a black leather strap. Plus, the watch is water resistant up to 50 meters and has a quartz movement for accurate timekeeping. And if you dig a stopwatch and date display function, this watch has both. So you can sport this on the regular and for very formal occasions.
Price: $112
HAMILTON FIELD MURPH
The Hamilton Field Murph watch is a popular watch among military personnel, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts. The watch collectors who are fond of classic watch designs are fond of this timeless design.
Did you know that the limited edition timepiece designed to honor the legacy of Lt. Col. Michael P. Murphy, a United States Navy SEAL who was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2005? And it features a stainless steel case, a black dial with white numerals, and a black leather strap. Besides that, it’s powered by a Swiss quartz movement and is water resistant up to 100 meters. The watch also features a special engraving of Lt. Col. Murphy’s name and rank on the caseback.
Price: $823
ORIENT BAMBINO
Affordable watches that are also dressy are always a good find like the Orient Bambino. It’s a simple, elegant design with a stainless steel case and a black leather strap. Also, it’s powered by an Orient Caliber 46N4A automatic movement, which is accurate and reliable.
Price: $170
CITIZEN PROMASTER DIVER GMT
For those with an active lifestyle, Citizen Promaster Diver GMT watch is a functional choice. Besides that, the timepiece is also suitable for formal occasions. And it features a stainless steel case and bracelet, a black dial with luminous hands and markers, a unidirectional rotating bezel, a date display, and a GMT hand. Plus, it’s powered by Citizen’s Eco-Drive technology, which uses light to charge the battery, eliminating the need for regular battery changes. If you’re wondering, it’s water resistance goes up to 200m and Citizen’s 5-year warranty backs it.
Price: $400
BRAUN BN0265 CHRONOGRAPH
If ultra-modern aesthetics tend to have a chokehold on you, this will too. The German watchmaker amazes has redefined our idea of a classical piece. And it features stainless steel case and bracelet, a black dial with three sub-dials, and a quartz movement. And the water resistance is up to 50 meters and has a date window at the 3 o’clock position. Interestingly, the watch is powered by a Swiss-made quartz movement and is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
Price: $230
TIMEX M79
For the vintage watch collectors, M79 is a digital watch released in the late 1970s. And it showcases a digital display, a stopwatch, an alarm, and a backlight. And it is powered by a single CR2016 battery and is water-resistant up to 30 meters. Do you know that M79 was one of the first digital watches to feature a backlight? This is why it’s been a go-to choice for outdoor activities.
Price: $300
BULOVA CHRONOGRAPH A ‘SURFBOARD’
If you enjoy the outdoors and a beach lifestyle, you’d feel the same way about this timepiece. The Bulova Chronograph A ‘Surfboard’ is one of the elegant yet affordable watches from the 1950s. Additionally, it features a stainless steel case with a black dial and a rotating bezel. And the watch has a manual-wind movement and has a chronograph function. With a water resistance of 200 meters, it’s great for swimming and other waters. So this is a classic timepiece for those wanting something contemporary to fit their beach-y moments.
Price: $310
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