Which is cheaper, the Tissot Ballade or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

At MSRP the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $498, against $1,100 for the Tissot Ballade — a $602 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Tissot Ballade or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the Tissot Ballade — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Tissot Ballade or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is rated to 150m versus 100m for the Tissot Ballade.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Tissot Ballade or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic.

What movement does the Tissot Ballade run compared to the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80 and the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic uses the Miyota 8315.

Side by side

Tissot BalladevsWolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

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

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

22-SWA-003-LR3-CAM

MSRP $498

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Ballade39mm

Skindiver WT Automatic40mm

Power Reserve

Ballade80h

Skindiver WT Automatic40h

Water Resistance

Ballade100m

Skindiver WT Automatic150m

MSRP

Ballade$1,100

Skindiver WT Automatic$498

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Silver

Steel

Indices

Roman

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova ®

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Powermatic 80

Miyota 8315

Power Reserve

80h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,100

$498

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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.

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.

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic for its attractive retro aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and good value, with many highlighting its striking green dial, box sapphire crystal, and well-executed Beads of Rice bracelet. Some reviewers note the Miyota 8315 movement is adjusted to ±15 seconds per day, and one owner found the steel bracelet's finishing did not match the watch as well as the rubber straps. A minority of owners express disappointment with the lume, bezel wobble, and a perceived lack of finishing refinement, with one reviewer ultimately not recommending the watch. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic highly for its vintage charm and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

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