Which is cheaper, the Phoibos Argo or the HELM Togiak Scout?

At MSRP the HELM Togiak Scout is the cheaper of the two at $265, against $345 for the Phoibos Argo — a $80 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Phoibos Argo or the HELM Togiak Scout?

The Phoibos Argo wears larger at 40.5mm versus 39.5mm for the HELM Togiak Scout — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Phoibos Argo or the HELM Togiak Scout?

The Phoibos Argo is rated to 200m versus 100m for the HELM Togiak Scout.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Phoibos Argo or the HELM Togiak Scout?

The HELM Togiak Scout carries a 40-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Phoibos Argo.

What movement does the Phoibos Argo run compared to the HELM Togiak Scout?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Phoibos Argo uses the SII NH35 and the HELM Togiak Scout uses the Seiko Instruments NH36.

Side by side

Phoibos ArgovsHELM Togiak Scout

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

Phoibos Argo

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MSRP $345

HELM Togiak Scout

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MSRP $265

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Argo40.5mm

Togiak Scout39.5mm

Power Reserve

Argo40h

Togiak Scout40h

Water Resistance

Argo200m

Togiak Scout100m

MSRP

Argo$345

Togiak Scout$265

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Yellow

Black

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

SII NH35

Seiko Instruments NH36

Power Reserve

40h

Jewels

Complications

None

Day, Date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$345

$265

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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.

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.

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HELM Togiak Scout

Owners widely praise the HELM Togiak Scout for its impeccable build quality and top-flight customer service, noting it wears smaller than its specifications suggest and offers great visibility in water. Some owners across the HELM line flag slightly misaligned bezels, and a few find the watches unnecessarily thick. The HELM Togiak Scout is priced at $285. Overall, owners rate the HELM Togiak Scout highly for its solid tool watch construction and wearability at the price.

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