Which is cheaper, the Horage Molokini or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Tissot Ballade is the cheaper of the two at $1,100, against $7,270 for the Horage Molokini — a $6,170 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Horage Molokini or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade wears larger at 39mm versus 38mm for the Horage Molokini — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Horage Molokini or the Tissot Ballade?

The Horage Molokini is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Tissot Ballade.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Horage Molokini or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 72 hours on the Horage Molokini.

What movement does the Horage Molokini run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Horage Molokini uses the Horage K2 and the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80.

Side by side

Horage MolokinivsTissot Ballade

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

Horage Molokini

molokini

MSRP $7,270

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Molokini38mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Molokini72h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Molokini200m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Molokini$7,270

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

Super-LumiNova

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Horage K2

Powermatic 80

Power Reserve

72h

80h

Complications

GMT

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$7,270

$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.

Horage Molokini

The Horage Molokini is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a COSC-certified K2 micro-rotor movement with a 72-hour power reserve, true GMT complication, day/night indicator, and big date, all housed in a thin case under 10mm. Owners highlight the comfortable 904L steel bracelet with micro-adjust and a dial that "pops without being tacky." The watch offers 200m water resistance and printed Arabic numerals with Super-LumiNova. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Horage Molokini highly for its impressive feature set and value proposition in a compact 38mm package.

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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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