Which is cheaper, the Tissot Ballade or the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton?

At MSRP the Tissot Ballade is the cheaper of the two at $1,100, against $1,999 for the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton — a $899 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Tissot Ballade or the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton?

The Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton 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 Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton?

The Tissot Ballade is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Tissot Ballade or the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton.

What movement does the Tissot Ballade run compared to the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton?

The Tissot Ballade runs a automatic caliber (Powermatic 80), while the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton runs a manual (Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700).

Side by side

Tissot BalladevsZelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

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

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

skyraider-40-skeleton-ti-damascus

MSRP $1,999

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Ballade39mm

Skyraider 40 Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Ballade80h

Skyraider 40 Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Ballade100m

Skyraider 40 Skeleton50m

MSRP

Ballade$1,100

Skyraider 40 Skeleton$1,999

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Silver

Ti Damascus LE

Indices

Roman

Applied

Lume

Super-LumiNova ®

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Powermatic 80

Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

80h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,100

$1,999

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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.

Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

The Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is noted for its skeletonized dial and the use of BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova for legibility. It is powered by a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, offering a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is seen as a cool-looking option, though availability is a factor.

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