Which is cheaper, the Monta Atlas or the Phoibos Voyager?

At MSRP the Phoibos Voyager is the cheaper of the two at $299, against $2,150 for the Monta Atlas — a $1,851 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Monta Atlas or the Phoibos Voyager?

The Phoibos Voyager wears larger at 39mm versus 38.5mm for the Monta Atlas — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Monta Atlas or the Phoibos Voyager?

The Phoibos Voyager is rated to 200m versus 152m for the Monta Atlas.

What movement does the Monta Atlas run compared to the Phoibos Voyager?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Monta Atlas uses the Monta M-23 and the Phoibos Voyager uses the SII NH35.

Side by side

Monta AtlasvsPhoibos Voyager

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

Monta Atlas

monta-atlas-opalin-silver-dial

MSRP $2,150

Phoibos Voyager

phoibos-voyager-200m-automatic-diver-watch-py026b-sunray-blue

MSRP $299

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Atlas38.5mm

Voyager39mm

Power Reserve

Atlas40h

Voyager40h

Water Resistance

Atlas152m

Voyager200m

MSRP

Atlas$2,150

Voyager$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Silver

Black

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Monta M-23

SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,150

$299

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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.

Monta Atlas

The Monta Atlas is widely praised for its exceptional wearability, with its comfortable 38.5mm case size and buttery bracelet frequently highlighted. Owners and reviewers alike commend its fit and finish, noting a mix of brushed, polished, and blasted surfaces. However, the rehaut on the opaline silver dial is considered nearly illegible for the 24-hour GMT scale, leading some to suggest other dial colors are more practical for GMT functionality. One owner also flagged the crown as less sturdy than anticipated and noted the AR coating attracts fingerprints. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Atlas highly for its comfortable dimensions and appealing finishing.

From video reviewers

The Monta Opalin Silver's dial is a notable strength, particularly its subtle gradient effect that adds depth to the watch without being too flashy. The watch offers a notable value proposition due to its movement, typically found in more expensive timepieces. The bracelet can be prone to rattle, which might be a trade-off for some buyers.

A Blog to Watch

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Phoibos Voyager

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Voyager for its attractive MOP dial and good overall finishing, along with its fun octopus logo. However, reviewers and owners alike note that the red lettering on the red date wheel is illegible, and one owner reports the 13.5mm thick case can be prone to accidental knocks. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Voyager highly for its attractive dial and finishing at the price point.

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