Which is cheaper, the Bremont Broadsword or the Phoibos Apollo?

At MSRP the Phoibos Apollo is the cheaper of the two at $460, against $3,850 for the Bremont Broadsword — a $3,390 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Broadsword or the Phoibos Apollo?

The Bremont Broadsword wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the Phoibos Apollo — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Broadsword or the Phoibos Apollo?

The Phoibos Apollo is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Bremont Broadsword.

What movement does the Bremont Broadsword run compared to the Phoibos Apollo?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Broadsword uses the BE-95-2AV and the Phoibos Apollo uses the Miyota 9015.

Side by side

Bremont BroadswordvsPhoibos Apollo

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

Bremont Broadsword

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MSRP $3,850

Phoibos Apollo

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MSRP $460

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Broadsword40mm

Apollo39mm

Power Reserve

Broadsword40h

Apollo40h

Water Resistance

Broadsword100m

Apollo200m

MSRP

Broadsword$3,850

Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Bronze

Blue

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

BE-95-2AV

Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,850

$460

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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 Broadsword

Owners widely praise the Bremont Broadsword for its versatile GADA (go anywhere, do anything) capability, noting it pairs well with various straps and can be dressed up or down. One owner highlights the impressive build quality and finishing, while another specifically commends the sandwich dial. A few marks from strap changes were noted by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Broadsword highly for its versatility and build quality.

From video reviewers

The bead-blasted 40mm steel case finishing is a consistent strength. No shared weaknesses were identified. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

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Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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