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Citizen Promaster Air A-TvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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

Promaster Air A-T
CitizenPromaster Air A-T
MSRP $581
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Promaster Air A-T46mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Promaster Air A-T40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Promaster Air A-T200m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Promaster Air A-T$581
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
E660
Miyota 9075
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$581
$935

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Promaster Air A-T

Owners widely praise the Citizen Promaster Eco-Drive for its value, reliability, and maintenance-free operation. Reviewers note the Citizen Promaster Air Automatic GMT is a large 44.5mm watch with a well-proportioned case and balanced dial, powered by an in-house automatic GMT movement. Concerns are raised about the unframed date window and uninspired case design on the GMT. Some owners find certain models, like the 36mm Eco-Drive, to be very small. The Promaster Air Automatic GMT is priced at $1,125 USD. On balance, owners and reviewers highlight the Promaster's strong value and reliability as its primary strengths.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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