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Tissot PRXvsVario Futurist

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

PRX
TissotPRX
MSRP $850
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRX40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
PRX80h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
PRX100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
PRX$850
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.93mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
39.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
12mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Purple
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$850
$648

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Tissot PRX

The Tissot PRX is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, comfortable wearability, and strong value proposition, with owners and reviewers highlighting its luxurious feel for the price. The integrated bracelet, often noted for its shine, finishing, and brushed surfaces with polished edges, is a significant draw, as is the watch's neo-vintage aesthetic and refined dial pattern. The slim case profile, measuring around 10.5mm to 11mm depending on the source, contributes to its comfortable daily wear, and the 100m water resistance is a practical feature. While one owner reported specific issues with a PRX Chronograph's hands and quality control after service, other sources focus on the Powermatic 80's reliable automatic movement and the overall joy of wearing the Tissot PRX. Some find sizing the bracelet challenging due to the lack of a micro-adjustment option.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve is consistently praised. The lume brightness is noted as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the suitability of the lug-to-lug fit for smaller wrists.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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