Which is cheaper, the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical or the Phoibos Eagle Ray?

At MSRP the Phoibos Eagle Ray is the cheaper of the two at $360, against $488 for the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical — a $128 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical or the Phoibos Eagle Ray?

The Phoibos Eagle Ray wears larger at 41mm versus 40.5mm for the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical or the Phoibos Eagle Ray?

The Phoibos Eagle Ray is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical.

What movement does the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical run compared to the Phoibos Eagle Ray?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical uses the 8213 and the Phoibos Eagle Ray uses the SII NH35.

Side by side

Citizen Zenshin MechanicalvsPhoibos Eagle Ray

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

Citizen Zenshin Mechanical

NJ0180

MSRP $488

Phoibos Eagle Ray

phoibos-eagle-ray-200m-automatic-compressor-dive-watch-py039d-sunray-black-gold

MSRP $360

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Zenshin Mechanical40.5mm

Eagle Ray41mm

Power Reserve

Zenshin Mechanical40h

Eagle Ray40h

Water Resistance

Zenshin Mechanical100m

Eagle Ray200m

MSRP

Zenshin Mechanical$488

Eagle Ray$360

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Blue

Black

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

8213

SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$488

$360

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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.

Citizen Zenshin Mechanical

The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is widely praised for its exceptional value, lightweight and scratch-resistant Super Titanium case, and superb, textured dials. Owners and reviewers highlight the refined finishing and comfortable wearability due to the titanium construction and integrated bracelet design. The 60-hour power reserve automatic movement is noted as a strong point, with some finding the accuracy to be precise while others desire tighter tolerances. The integrated bracelet limits strap changes, and opinions on the bracelet and clasp quality are mixed, with some finding them cheap-feeling and others appreciating the design. The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is priced around EUR 499, though one owner reported a purchase price of €360. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical highly for its impressive cost-benefit ratio and attractive, comfortable design.

The Phoibos Eagle Ray is praised for its solid build quality and affordable GMT functionality. Owners appreciate its sawtooth bezel and crown, finding it a great value for its price and features. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Eagle Ray highly for its functional GMT complication and robust construction at an accessible price point.

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