Best $25 Analog Casio EVER? (MRW200H) "Magpie"

The Casio MRW200H is THE best analog quartz dive/sport watch under $30. It has 100m of WR, excellent legibility, quartz movement for accuracy and durability, excellent strap, and bi-directional timing bezel with excellent markings. I can't think of a better dive/sport watch for $22.
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[@harrytamzil9077]

Hope Casio will make this type in its Next Level.. Same model but in steel or titanium body/bracelet, super luminous, sapphire glass etc.. But exactly same model!! The model is just perfect !!!

[@Realidealgear]

That would be cool!

[@Graymanone]

I've wore this on a security job, I do like how easy it it to read and it's looks.

[@Realidealgear]

I agree 100%. Very legible. Have a great weekend.

[@anonymoussurname]

Definitely on my radar. When they step it up and make it with solar, sapphire, multiband 6, etc I definitely will get one.

[@Realidealgear]

THat's a tall order for a Casio analog. Great ideas on the upgrade.

[@cherchil]

you ll grow old my friend

[@HitsuTwistedTalong]

This will be my gift for my father this Christmas. Casio is always awesome.

[@Realidealgear]

Good choice!

[@johnnemo6509]

Great review I've hand my eye on this model for a while just because it is a great example of what Casio does better than anyone else, durable, useable, low cost watch. All low price analog watches suffer from short duration lume and it is a weakness of Casio analog watches including the great MDV-106 Duro. For the same MRW200H price point in digital AE-1600 is a great option.. good day time visibility, good backlight, and they do a black out version if you want to avoid shine. Perfect for someone who wants a dependable watch at a throw away price. If you want to pay more you can go G-shock or the MDV-102 which has the toughness of the MDV-106 but with a powerful backlight. Glad someone is covering practical watches at reasonable prices

[@Realidealgear]

I agree on all points. I'm familiar with the AE1300 and the WS1600. I was looking up the AE1600 and can't find one...is it analog?

[@johnnemo6509]

my bad its WS 1600 Doh its a new digital, same module as the AE1300 but different display format. Cheers! @Realidealgear

[@chriscon8463]

I finally got one of these today, Tim! I was getting some last-minute stocking-stuffers at Walmart & they were there for $21. I love how light it is & how legible it is; I think it’ll be a great beater field watch.

[@Realidealgear]

Incredible price! Congrats on that awesome find. Yes, it will serve you well!!

[@ralphreinhardt6020]

Great review Tim, think I'm going to have to get one. 😎👍

[@Realidealgear]

Can’t go wrong with this one!

[@davidglazener7921]

I have the army green version. I guess it's the same as you're showing. EXCELLENT readability. Luv it!

[@Realidealgear]

100%. Thanks for watching.

[@alisadim81]

Tim A great review on a great watch I have the same one and it has been serving me well Best Regards

[@Realidealgear]

Great to hear! A bargain. Have a great weekend.

[@itsallrobbish]

Great review of a superb watch

[@Realidealgear]

Glad you enjoyed it! It’s my favorite Casio Analog at that price point

[@indianhistorybuff]

Excellent watch. I call it the Casionox as it's bezel and overall look reminds me of the Luminox Navy Seal.

[@Realidealgear]

I can see that…have a great week.

[@edwardbowen-humphreys9758]

Never be without one, but my last one had issue's. The second hand is misalighned and the bezel is so tight as to be useless. Still love em.

[@Realidealgear]

It's one of if not THE best budget analog Casio. Glad you're keeping the 'Casio Faith'.

[@chrisp.5272]

I wear this watch as a beater, work, everyday watch. Definitely one of my favorites, and most on wrist time as my collecting of watches just started 4 months ago. Big fan of Casio and The Citizen Group (Eco-Drive, Bulova, Miyota, Alpina) speaking of which this one has one of Miyota's classic tried and true 2035 movements. It's an awesome watch that looks like a Luminox for $22, and will last through an apocalypse provided you have a spare battery, strap, and some buffing compound or Polywatch. If you don't have one yet you should.

[@Realidealgear]

Thank you for watching. I was looking up the module for this watch on Casio's website and for kicks looked up the operating manual...one page. Now that is simplicity and as you pointed, out, apocalypse proof! The module for this watch is a Casio 5125.

[@timshull59]

I have MRW210H same watch Velcro strap love this thing, I work commercial construction so I beat the piss outta this thing, keeps great time easy to read and light weight. Great review!

[@Realidealgear]

It is a GREAT GADA watch. Thank you and have a great week!

[@DerbyshireBrian]

Great watch, had mine a year and sometimes wear it when I'm kayaking.

[@Realidealgear]

Good to hear!

[@FiremanFrach]

Hello again, Tim. Just ordered the Neo green numbered one. Can’t wait. Have you seen the KZbin video of the guy wreck diving wearing it? Pretty cool.

[@Realidealgear]

Neo Green is a great color. I went the safe route...let me know what you think. No I haven't seen that video. Can you share the link?

[@FiremanFrach]

@@Realidealgear The Neo green reminds me of the glowing gauges when I used to dive for work. Here’s that link (it’s only around 90’): kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmWcf3-VeMl6gcUsi=0xeRJFcevfUrExjz

[@Realidealgear]

Very cool video. I love the clear view of the watch at different depths.

[@FiremanFrach]

@@Realidealgear Yeah, that was pretty cool. Definitely a keeper and I haven’t even received the watch yet. 🤣

[@robertwhitcomb6105]

the orange is really cool too..

[@halemcdan1]

£12 in Argos. Crazy. Bought for my brother in law. Will probably get another for me.

[@Realidealgear]

Excellent price.

[@OKLuta]

I love the digital Casio’s. Have a AE1200, one of my favorites but this analog watch looks so cool. Dope review 👍🏼

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks for watching!

[@solidus1995]

Theyre up to 30 on amazon now. Finally picked one up, slapped a coyote brown nato on it. Looks badass.

[@Realidealgear]

That is a great combination. $30...still a good deal for specs.

[@harmanjitsingh5460]

I use it as my everyday watch Just love it

[@Realidealgear]

The perfect role for that model! Have a great Sunday.

[@Capt357]

I buy it today. It's awesome.

[@Realidealgear]

100%

[@johanvandersandt8904]

In some circles is its known as the "CasKX" due to its resemblance to the SKX from Seiko. They are really solid watches that offer great value! That lume though is a bit sad. 😅 You can Hydromod these as well! Have a great weekend Tim!

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks for the info. You as well!

[@johanvandersandt8904]

😉👌

[@Etendard1708]

I would like to refer it as Budget Lumi Nox. Way cheaper and yet just as utilitarian/handsome.

[@CSltz]

I agree I wish it had a little bit larger face also. I don't see as well as I did. Mine is the green numbers and markers.

[@Realidealgear]

You and I both (regarding fading eyesight acuity) appreciate legibility. Thanks for watching and the comment. Have a fantastic weekend!

[@robertwhitcomb6105]

they have a larger size, but i think you'll find it too large..perhaps 48mm

[@adamc.sieracki4145]

A great watch. Get one of those toughened glass screen protectors for the crystal (around ten bucks for a three pack), to prolong the life.

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks for sharing. Great idea.

[@audie-cashstack-uk4881]

Got mine for £12.99 along side a gshock 5610 for 79.99 and a luros filed watch illuminator for 2399

[@Realidealgear]

Wow, that’s a value packed collection right there!!

[@davidsparling3505]

Most accurate and best value Casio I own…+1 sec/mo due to Citizen 2305 mvmt. My DW-5600BB negative display G-Shock doesn’t touch this accuracy. Analog is faster read and seconds hand nails the markers. Superb watch!

[@Realidealgear]

It’s a great watch no doubt.

[@Cleapatr]

12 pounds in the UK Argos but the strap splits after 2 years

[@Realidealgear]

Good to know.

[@arzsigma9]

Perhaps the lumen is different in the models of that watch. Because I have that same watch, but in the model that ends in 1b2v and I charged the lumen with my LED flashlight for about 1 minute maximum and I saw that it was still shining from 11 p.m. to 6 in the morning.

[@Realidealgear]

I think you're right....I did retest the watch a couple weeks later and it was longer. Probably my fault. However, I didn't get all night illumination though. Thanks for watching!

[@ElementalHeroJoe]

Hi Tim, would you recommend this as a good beater watch for mowing the lawn/yard work?

[@Realidealgear]

Absolutely. Great legibility, quartz accuracy/durability, and 100m WR making any moisture including sweat, a non factor.

[@eddiejones.redvees]

I have had mine for 5y now and have just replaced the battery it is very easy to see you don’t it on your Wrist also Accurate

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks for the comment. A 5yr battery is very good. How is the crystal holding up? Has the bezel loosened over time?

[@eddiejones.redvees]

The trouble is I am a watch nut and have a lot of different watches to rotate a lot are Casio of all different types G shocks i also have citizen’s the most expensive one was my citizen red arrows sky Hawk which i was given to me for my 60th birthday I will be 70 next year I go for Quantity and almost get them all of them when the area at a big discount price my MRW200h is only Worn now and again but it has spent a lot of time on my wrist when I go out swimming in the local public pool it’s one of the best watch to see it water it has a miner scratch on the dial and the bezel is still like new you can pick one up on sale for in the U.K. at £20 at the moment I have a big Decision to make in a few days time we are going on holiday to Jamaica to celebrate are 40th wedding anniversary which was in march but which which of my watches do a Take one will be my mud master GGB100 so I can use the log to track the journey from the airport to the hotel the other would be my citizen satellite watch so I can see it changed time in a different time on the planet but witch diving watch I have a Bulova sea king but I will not now snorkelling down to 300meters I have 3 Casio duros i have a Casio automatic time keeping G shocks which when I was in Jamaica before covid they Struggle to pick up the signal because Jamaica is on the edge of the foot print I have also been warned but my wife not to take to many watches this time It would make for a good KZbin videos which watch or watches to take to the Caribbean on holiday a am sorry for going on a lot but I at to get this off my chest thanks for getting back to me

[@Realidealgear]

You have some great choices. When I travel (this is on my list of episodes...how to choose which watches to bring), I think of safety/security first. Having watches stolen is not how we want to distribute our collection. I would venture into one or two watches per day. One for activities and one for relaxation/dinning with friends...both could be similar watch types like two divers for one day. For snorkeling, would definitely have one watch per day...where else would be a better opportunity to experience/test how your dive watches perform? I like the travel watch with auto-adjust time feature. A lockable backpack for airplane travel (carryon) would certainly carry your travel watches and the others could be checked within their own lockable case. I recommend being intentional about wearing visibly cheap watches in large public gathering spaces such as marketplaces, tourist trap type gatherings, etc. I would also carry a second watch on my person in a secure, separately attached to your body inner-garment travel pouch. This pouch serves as a great way to carry $, passport, keys, ID, etc as well. After determining that list, cut it back by 1/3 and you've then honored your wife's concern. You have a great dilemma, enjoy the time with your wife, the trip, and of course the watches! Best wishes.

[@eddiejones.redvees]

@@Realidealgear I ham looking forward to seeing you video when you upload it I thanks for your advice I may snaek an extra watch in my hand luggage wich all my watches trivial in with all my camera chargers but I am only taking two cameras this year one is a Panasonic under water camera and the other is my Canon compact large zoom I was going to ask the wife if she takes less shoes and clothes I could get more watch in her suitcase but the marriage may not last another 40y I have learnt over the years to keep the pece who is in charge even my 7y old granddaughter practices her bossy skills on my now with training from her grandmother and mother are dorther but that is what use males or put on the planet for I think 🤔

[@Realidealgear]

I think we travel a lot alike. I have more gear with me than a National Geographic crew...and that my carry-on! I hope you enjoy the time with family. Best.

[@jaswas77]

I love mine

[@Realidealgear]

It’s a great analog watch

[@kennnethbrown7582]

Nice watch

[@Realidealgear]

It could be the best analog bargain by a major manufacturer. Have a great week.

[@JobyGeorge-rg2fu]

I have 4 colors MRW 200h watch💚💙🧡💛

[@Realidealgear]

wow.

[@cnkilts]

Thinking of getting one of these, trying to get away from smartwatches, but I have one question. How do you handle the day and date function on months that have less than 31 days? Do you reset the watch every first?

[@Realidealgear]

Yes, for this watch and any day and date display watch, you can reset just the date and the day of the week remains unchanged and correct. I have more than one watch, which means when I change the date function on the watch I'm wearing (usually quartz/battery because they run for years), I change all the watches with active dates. Thanks for the comment.

[@cnkilts]

@@Realidealgear ok cool thanks

[@Mc.GRonald]

Unrelated but this watch looks like the Casio's Timber Cruiser line, more towards the TIC-3. Both have the same dial arrangements, movable bezel, date and time. For the TIC-3 apart from the metal build, it has a button for light or illumination.

[@Realidealgear]

I just looked up the TIC-3...is that similar to the TIC-103? I've included a link to one for sale on Ebay below. www.ebay.com/itm/374902752337?chn=ps&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1Nj-WT7-DQaiIPy-ukYUg0w96&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=374902752337&targetid=1587268787897&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=1027744&poi=&campaignid=20385105599&mkgroupid=150744488839&rlsatarget=pla-1587268787897&abcId=9316499&merchantid=653412124&gclid=Cj0KCQjwl8anBhCFARIsAKbbpyQsCfmZ_rjPEAWpnZuK-J9cD8gC6t42ZHvsfulE15ndn4Tv_0l6BlIaAtoKEALw_wcB

[@Mc.GRonald]

@@Realidealgear yes that one

[@dedikpurwanto9842]

One thing to consider is...the white bezel marker become yellowish over time.

[@Realidealgear]

Good to know and thank you for sharing.

[@robertwhitcomb6105]

battery replacement takes 5 minutes and straps are plentiful on Amazon.

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks for sharing.

[@robbied4766]

19 bucks on Amazon right now. Such a good damn watch.

[@Realidealgear]

Ditto on this being a GREAT watch for $19!

[@robbied4766]

@@Realidealgear I went ahead and got me one. :) I might oil mod it just to see how it goes.

[@garylittwin3977]

This watch is really just about perfect except..... the lume is absolutely worthless. As soon as the light gets dim there is just no point. Never understood why they do that. How much could it add to the cost? C'mon, Casio. Fix this!

[@Realidealgear]

I agree with you. Lume on an outdoor watch is what seals or breaks the deal.

[@Oozy9Millimeetah]

I bought the Casio 107 Duro.. its an cool watch and excellent price/quality ratio, but little too heavy for some activities... well i just take my f91w for runs etc... untill i get this one 😂

[@Realidealgear]

Good choices! I have so many divers or else I would pull the trigger on the Duro. I like the simplicity of that watch. Have a great weekend.

[@halemcdan1]

Yes it's heavy. Changing the strap to a FKM rubber helped balance for me.

[@canuck81]

I have no problem with the sizing. Fits me perfect

[@Realidealgear]

Good to see. Thanks for watching

[@ercul]

Hello! Tell me,please, what is the second language on the week day indicator besides English?

[@Realidealgear]

Spanish

[@ercul]

@@Realidealgear Thank you! Couldn't find any information about languages at Casio's official web site and other retail sites.

[@Realidealgear]

Because this one was purchased from a company in Spain, I suspect the supplies are geared to specific regions of sales. Ebay might be a great source for alternate languages on the day/date complication.

[@FiremanFrach]

Have you thought of reviewing the Casio MRW 210h?

[@Realidealgear]

I have...too big a case. It's 52mm wide. Great for actual diving...I'm not there.

[@FiremanFrach]

@@Realidealgear Fair enough. Mine arrives today. 😏 I was also thinking of the Casio MRW-S310H solar but that one is hard to find.

[@Realidealgear]

I like that size. Nice!

[@WATCH-4U]

Highly recommend anyone grab one of these ...

[@Realidealgear]

Yes

[@mattmacleod7212]

If the lum was better on this it would be perfect.

[@Realidealgear]

True...it probably would be in the $25 range. It's one of the best Casio analog watches for that price point.

[@robertwhitcomb6105]

there are videos of guys reluming their own watches

[@tcwhite0104]

just bought mine th other day for 19.95

[@Realidealgear]

It's a great watch. Congrats!

[@darrenfry4695]

In the u.k trying to find one is as hard as getting a rolex sub off the self ..

[@Realidealgear]

Best of luck finding it...I wouldn't have guessed this watch would be hard to find in UK.

[@darrenfry4695]

@@Realidealgear yep stocks where sold out fast, I don't think anyone anticipated how popular they are.

[@DerbyshireBrian]

Argos have them, they are £19.99.

[@darrenfry4695]

@@DerbyshireBrian lol yeah mate, I tried them first months and months ago but all Argos store in a twenty mile radius said they was all sold out, I've checked numerous times since and it still says stocks sold out blah blah blah, I've since got one from Amazon for forty quid or thereabouts, they're just great little gada watches

[@itsallrobbish]

@@Realidealgearit’s not. I bought 7 of them in Argos and sold them one at a time for a small profit to share the love. They cost me £13/15 bucks each!!!! Love this watch, it’s a design classic. All armed forces and emergency services should issue these. I’ve had watches costing many multiples more, but this has few design faults. I’m in Scotland and they erected plentiful.

[@cartoonpete407]

the crystal is acrylic, not mineral crystal :)

[@Realidealgear]

Correct, I had mineral crystal stuck in my head!! Have a great week.

[@davidsparling3505]

Indeed. If scratched, pop bezel off with fingernails and rub out with Meguiar’s PlastX…Polywatch works but not as well and you don’t get 10 oz for the same price!😊

[@itsallrobbish]

Yep, I think I prefer acrylic to mineral. Scratch a mineral crystal. You have it forever. I’ve polished my acrylic crystal on a similar solar Casio and it buffed up like new. Acrylic or sapphire for me.

[@Samson2323]

Casio Luminox

[@Realidealgear]

Great nickname.