Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Monta Atlas?

At MSRP the Monta Atlas is the cheaper of the two at $2,150, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $3,150 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Monta Atlas?

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor wears larger at 42mm versus 38.5mm for the Monta Atlas — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Monta Atlas?

The Monta Atlas is rated to 152m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the Monta Atlas?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Monta Atlas uses the Monta M-23.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsMonta Atlas

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

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

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MSRP $5,300

Monta Atlas

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MSRP $2,150

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

Atlas38.5mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

Atlas40h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

Atlas152m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Atlas$2,150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Black

Silver

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

Monta M-23

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$2,150

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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.

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor features a 42mm Grade 2 titanium case with black DLC finishing and a refined Trip-Tick construction. Reviewers note its slimmer profile and reduced lug-to-lug distance make it more wearable than previous MB models. The watch has a bi-directional Roto-Click inner bezel, a black dial with Felix the Cat imagery and bright yellow accents, and is powered by the automatic calibre BB14-AH with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor's improved wearability and distinctive design elements.

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Monta Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

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