Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite or the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde?

At MSRP the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $2,930 for the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde — a $2,280 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite or the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde?

The Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite wears larger at 38.5mm versus 29.5mm for the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde — a 9mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite or the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde?

The Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite is rated to 200m versus 30m for the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite or the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde?

The NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde carries a 43 hours-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite run compared to the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde?

The Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite runs a automatic caliber (Miyota 9039), while the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde runs a manual (Alpha | manual).

Side by side

Astor + Banks Fortitude LitevsNOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde

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

Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite

fortitude-lite-maiz

MSRP $650

NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde

475

MSRP $2,930

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Fortitude Lite38.5mm

Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde29.5mm

Power Reserve

Fortitude Lite40h

Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde43 hoursh

Water Resistance

Fortitude Lite200m

Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde30m

MSRP

Fortitude Lite$650

Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde$2,930

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Inner

—

Dial Color

Maíz

Gold

Indices

Applied

—

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

Alpha | manual

Type

Automatic

Manual

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

21,600 vph

Power Reserve

40h

43 hoursh

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$2,930

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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.

Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite

The Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite is praised for its reduced 10.9mm thickness and redesigned lugs that turn down, along with the removal of the date complication. One owner finds the white dial Fortitude Lite a good watch but not worth $650, suggesting better value from other brands, while another simply states it looks better than a specific alternative. Overall, owners praise the Astor + Banks Fortitude Lite for its wearability due to its thinner case and redesigned lugs.

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NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde

NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde is praised for its bold yet wearable color composition, featuring a lavender dial with a coppery/golden sub-dial, beige text, and a sky-blue seconds hand. Owners appreciate the classic, elegant, and compact dimensions of the Tetra line. One owner expressed a desire for the recessed sub-dial found on other models. Overall, reviewers and owners rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tetra – Die Fuchsteufelswilde highly for its unique and well-executed color palette.

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