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Citizen Promaster Diver EcozillavsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Promaster Diver Ecozilla
CitizenPromaster Diver Ecozilla
MSRP $469
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Promaster Diver Ecozilla48mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Promaster Diver Ecozilla40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Promaster Diver Ecozilla300m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Promaster Diver Ecozilla$469
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
48mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
10.6mm
Lug Width
29mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
B873
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$279

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What people say

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Citizen Promaster Diver Ecozilla

The Citizen Promaster Diver Ecozilla is widely praised for its reassuringly solid, overbuilt feel and excellent value, especially when on sale. Owners note that the second hand hits its markers well, with one owner reporting all nine of their Citizen watches exhibit proper alignment. The watch features robust 300m water resistance and vibrant lume. However, its substantial 48mm size and 18.6mm thickness create a massive wrist presence, and some owners question its wearability due to its chunky dimensions, with one noting the stainless steel version weighs a ton. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Promaster Diver Ecozilla highly for its robust build and excellent value proposition.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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