Side by side

Sternglas MerionvsPhoibos Argo

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

Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Merion41mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
Merion41h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
Merion200m
Argo200m
MSRP
Merion$701
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Yellow
Lume
Luminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko TMI NH35
SII NH35
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$701
$345

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Sternglas Merion vs Phoibos Argo gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

Phoibos Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.