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Ikepod HorizonvsVario Futurist

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Horizon
IkepodHorizon
MSRP $15,120
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Horizon40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Horizon40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Horizon100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Horizon$15,120
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$15,120
$648

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Ikepod Horizon

The Ikepod Horizon is praised for its unique case-in-case construction, seamless bezel integration, and floating dial, all housed within a 44mm titanium pebble-shaped case. Reviewers highlight the KAWS-designed dial featuring his signature "Chomper" teeth hour markers and the use of Sallaz polishing for a mirror finish on the case and bracelet. The watch is powered by the hand-finished KT7002 movement, based on the ETA 2892, offering a 50-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers find the Ikepod Horizon a highly collectible piece due to its distinctive design and artistic collaboration.

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.

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