Which is cheaper, the Henry Archer Nordsø or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Tissot Ballade is the cheaper of the two at $1,100, against $4,999 for the Henry Archer Nordsø — a $3,899 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Henry Archer Nordsø or the Tissot Ballade?

The Henry Archer Nordsø wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the Tissot Ballade — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Henry Archer Nordsø or the Tissot Ballade?

The Henry Archer Nordsø is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Tissot Ballade.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Henry Archer Nordsø or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Henry Archer Nordsø.

What movement does the Henry Archer Nordsø run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Henry Archer Nordsø uses the Miyota 9015 and the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80.

Side by side

Henry Archer NordsøvsTissot Ballade

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

Henry Archer Nordsø

nordso-polar-white

MSRP $4,999

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Nordsø40mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Nordsø40h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Nordsø200m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Nordsø$4,999

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

White

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9015

Powermatic 80

Power Reserve

40h

80h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,999

$1,100

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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.

Henry Archer Nordsø

Henry Archer Nordsø owners and reviewers widely praise its exceptional fit and finish for a sub-$500 watch, with its vibrant color use singled out as a strong point. Some find the blue hand against the green dial polarizing, and the hands are criticized as a design weakness. One reviewer notes the bezel knurling is slippery and lacks legibility for serious diving, though the 40mm size is comfortable and the Miyota 9039 movement offers good value. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Henry Archer Nordsø highly for its striking design and impressive build quality at its price point.

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Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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