It's absolutely wrong to term these watches as 'BUDGET' watches. They are watches, plain and simple. Just a few decades back they were the cutting edge tech you had to have on your wrist. Something doesn't suddenly become a cheaper version of something just because it's inexpensive. These are proper watches that serve the purpose for which they are made to the fullest. It's only our terrible way of equating price with the legitimacy of a product as a tool that causes these watches to be named incorrectly and termed as otherwise alternatives. These are NOT budget alternatives to something superior, they are proper functional watches which are priced correctly without their value being inflated because of demand, pop-culture obsessions and marketing. Terms such as 'budget', 'beater', 'alternative' and 'cheap' completely discount the amazing technology that these watches represent.
@chiefkc13062 жыл бұрын
I could not agree more. Most people who buy these watches can afford to buy even more expensive watches, but there is no point buying a more expensive watch when a cheaper one provides the same benefits. Most people just buy expensive watches to impress others. A true waste of money.
@ruchit04052 жыл бұрын
Now that's what you expect from a watch enthusiast, on contrary to watch collector... Keep it up man!
@ultimaetsolder2 жыл бұрын
They're budget.
@theway2802 жыл бұрын
well said
@zgSH4DOW2 жыл бұрын
Yawn
@joseluisjuezalfaro35244 жыл бұрын
This watch will become a classic over time...
@TheRunner724 жыл бұрын
Hey $20 bucks is $20 bucks,this ain't no Rolex. It's a beater, don't have to be pretty
@stevesibaja31233 жыл бұрын
Today I got a Casio W-737H for Christmas I like it the Casio W-737H is similar to the Casio G-Shock is still water resistant up to 100 Meters is perfect for Pool Season for next Summer
@sohail8578 Жыл бұрын
I just bought yesterday and trust me guys go with these watch its super awesome
@robynlhatetheelitesstridel53953 жыл бұрын
The world does not revolve around g shocks !even tho l too love them but l know a quality Casio when l see one l baught the black one first because in Australia only eBay was selling the silver one and l avoid eBay like the plague especially when it comes to casios finally l got the silver one on Amazon arrived today set it in 2 minutes and oh,my god this is a beautiful watch with a strong thick but pliable band this one is gonna last will swap out the plastic buckle for a steel one give it a go...it’s a stunner. !!
@fellker5793 жыл бұрын
Just picked a grey one up at Walmart for $11.00 on sale! Less than the $15 F-91W.
@zate19824 жыл бұрын
I really hate this new trend of replacing the perfectly fine EL BACKLIGHT with this cheap ass looking LED lights. It doesn't even look good on the watch itself. For instance, I have recently bought the AQ-190W which is very beautiful, but the light cancels the digital lecture, it just doesn't work. Please CASIO, bring back the good stuff.
@Tobruk423 жыл бұрын
I agree with you! in the year 2020. these old led lighting makes any new Casio look dated. A dim orange light is not enough!
@michaelk4874 жыл бұрын
That same front light button is on the vibrate watch which I find very excellent I have it I love it That's a nice one too great review as usual
@unknowninfinium43534 жыл бұрын
Solar budget casio beater watches please..
@ianrawlings25462 жыл бұрын
Just bought this watch (Black) on sale in Australia. Paid $50 AUS. Might seem a lot compared to $US, but it's very reasonable for this country. Just wanted a decent watch with basic features for work. Tired of having to use my phone to know the time. This Casio is water resistant, has a light, timer and an alarm. Plus day/date. At a third the cost of the cheapest G - Shock in the store a real bargain. Plus I like the retro look!
@H.O.M.E.LANDER4 ай бұрын
Price of this watch is rupees 3795 in India, i bought this watch for just 1680 rupees from Amazon India which is 20 us dollars
@donp21664 жыл бұрын
Those 2 big circles on the upper right of the screen are just stuck there. For me, they are ugly and useless. The W-800h has similar functionality and water resistance, 10 y battery, in a slightly smaller package. Also about 5 bucks less. Thanks for another interesting video.
@DavidR-ub2dp4 жыл бұрын
This watch reminds me of an entry level G Shock nice
@TrNdke4 жыл бұрын
This one's not for me, but it's always nice to see inexpensive new offerings from Casio Love the persistent time display and the inclusion of target time on the stopwatch. Those two features really need to be on more Casio watches!
@traviswalker89334 жыл бұрын
The new GravityMaster looks bleh. It looks like it was stung by a bee on the right hand side. About this watch, the time display is large but the day and date display is tiny.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Ha, I agree on all points!
@hulk15684 жыл бұрын
Why do I see a lil bit of the King here🧐
@tonychen33684 жыл бұрын
It looks like the king
@hulk15684 жыл бұрын
@@tonychen3368 yes very much🧐🧐
@childrolland4 жыл бұрын
Definitely something casio-king-ish in the front look - display frame and buttons' frames. Fat numbers are great too. Don't know why, but I've liked the look more than this of DW-291H which on paper should be the better (looking) one. Hope 737H appears soon on the local market here to see if it's price-wise too :) Congrats for the nice video, as usual.
@entertainme75233 жыл бұрын
bro u put way too much thought into this post
@SidBonkers51 Жыл бұрын
Accurate to + - 30sec a month... Eat your heart out Rolex, AP etc ;)
@suplex20003 жыл бұрын
This is a really nice watch. I like something lightweight, easy to read, durable and one that has a Timer/Stopwatch (so I can time my breaks, and lunch at my job). This one checks all the boxes and it's stylish too. I don't think it's $20.00 anymore, Amazon has it for $25.00 now, not complaining at all as it's still a great watch for a great price. These watches are so light, when you get the box at your house, you will think it's empty. Thank you for your review as well, great job.
@StopFear3 жыл бұрын
These cheaper Casio watches look better than g-shock. G-shocks usually look too juvenile and cluttered, with exceptions of course. This one looks more like a serious watch.
@OLMmedic3 жыл бұрын
I have this same watch and wear mine everyday at work. I work as a nurse in the emergency room and its a great tough little beater
@legendarysideburns22134 жыл бұрын
Why does Casios use such weird lug widths? They are always too small for the watch
@itachi17424 жыл бұрын
Shorter spring bars are less prone to failure by being bent. This is why G-Shocks mostly use 16mm spring bars.
@legendarysideburns22134 жыл бұрын
At least in my experience, the plastic lugs are more likely to fail than the spring bars
@mitchanthony6511 ай бұрын
Nice work buddy.
@Tobruk424 жыл бұрын
I own this watch in the silver color. I personally love the looks and how it wears on the wrist. I refer to it as my "Star Wars" watch, it just looks like something out of that universe. It doesn't feel cheap. I think Casio did a fine job creating this sub $20 piece.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Right on! Thanks for the note.
@Matrixtruesaiyan Жыл бұрын
Me too, I got the silver one to try a different totally new look.
@SpeedHunter_9 Жыл бұрын
Mini GX56 definitely. To be honest I don't hate Casio making G-shock lookalike watches like this. There have been many blatant G-shock rip-offs like Skmei and S-Shock which are built like crap, so it makes sense for Casio to take the matter into their own hands. It could also give people a chance to test the waters at affordable price before they pull the trigger on real deal G-shocks, without resorting to knockoffs of course. Plus, Casio built quality will always be better. With that said, they're more than adequate for the ones who want cheap, accurate and reliable beater watches for everyday use.
@badabingbadaboom92514 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love the format, no music just simple, quick but incredibly engaging review and content. The watch is great I'll buy it as a gift for my cousin on his birthday. He'll love it. The dial is not very crowded it's very readable when riding a motorcycle or a bicycle, it's needed in some of those situations, casio royale serves good but obviously it's not as tough. Love that metal one in the background though. Btw did you check out the new line up of dw5600? I bought one myself, the dw5610SU 8dr, it's awesome! I think they launched it this month Oh well you already covered that, it just launched in my region i got it for 50 usd
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! And yes, the DW5610SU series is pretty nice. I have the camo one. I love it.
@robynlhatetheelitesstridel53953 жыл бұрын
You guys are lucky to get it for $20 unimaginable in australia eBay is selling them for 60 AUSD can’t imagine what that would be like....RG Sydney
@mmmmmmm32464 жыл бұрын
"Lug to lug is fifty-" :(
@farooqmezher93873 жыл бұрын
Im not the only one then 😔
@jon08303 жыл бұрын
the grey is a really special look for this watch. but I like it so much I might have to get the black too. Casio hit it out of the park with this model IMO. the look, features, value and quality of build are all great
@JasonTheWatchGuy4 жыл бұрын
Love that grey version! Definitely one to add to the list!
@voiceofexperience6 ай бұрын
I love this model. Rugged but understated, with 100m water resistance and a long-life battery. Nice big, bright display . This is a WINNER, Casio.
@mariojr3772 жыл бұрын
Which is the battery for replacement? Cr2032. I Love watches with cr2032 inside because it is widely sold here in Brazil. Best regards, Mário.
@afaith95774 жыл бұрын
I searched for a review.. and it drop me here... btw even though I'm not a Casio watch lover but.. yeah it's still a good wristwatch for me...
@SYHBELL4 жыл бұрын
baby King 😂
@TheH0RIZ0N Жыл бұрын
This will be my first Casio. I guess $25 is a safe point to test the waters. This video did give me a lot of info. Thanks for that. I did feel the strap could be a little more premium and hunky. If anyone has some suggestions for straps, please advise. I guess I need to use a screen protector for glass.
@백진수-e5p3 жыл бұрын
I bought this one, but manual doesn't mention how to turn off the alarm (when we don't touch anything in alarm mode). how we make it back to touch nothing
@shadesandblues Жыл бұрын
Bought this in black and grey online. I've always wanted a chunky G-Shock but there's no way my wrists can pull it off, everyone's telling me to get a baby-G but idk I am always going for the bigger ones. So got this since I want to try a cheaper version for now. Even this one is too big for my hand but I am keeping it. I know this is old but thank you for the video! Felt like my choice was validated 😅
@MikeyBats4 жыл бұрын
That navy blue one with the yellow button is nice....I got a different style G-Shock in those colors
@morbidrockgod2 жыл бұрын
I just received one of those directly from the Casio online store in Brazil. I went for this model because it was the least expensive one that was both water resistant and had a timer - which was the reason I needed a watch in the first place. Wanted something small, uncluttered and with big-sized digits on the display. I only wished the currency exchange was favorable...
@realdanielhorvath10 ай бұрын
When you use timer does it shows the current time on the top?
@Tim2pointoh4 жыл бұрын
Its not much of a looker but a good spec and price. I'l l try and get one of these - doesn't seem to be available in the UK yet
@lukeg20914 жыл бұрын
Wish Casio would do an affordable, everyday watch with sunrise/sunset times/alarm. They used to have some really cool, different models back in the day.
@andreww12123 жыл бұрын
Looks good. I would have preferred a dot matrix display for the day but the front light button is nice. The large buttons are nice too instead of the small metal push buttons.
@mulyonoahmad44054 жыл бұрын
The light is so bad...not backlight yet, even it's afterglow
@caseygarcia56204 жыл бұрын
Not that bad for 20 dollars. The rest of the features worth it.
@GustafXI4 жыл бұрын
save batery clrearly
@ATIWatchReviews3 жыл бұрын
looks like a mini King G!
@tonychen33682 жыл бұрын
This guy is so much familiar to the GX56 the King, the screen almost looks like the big case LCD of that GD100. This guy looks incredible still.
@adceal4 жыл бұрын
A great watch for the money!
@caseygarcia56204 жыл бұрын
Awesome features for this watch at this price point.
@rockeyj3994 жыл бұрын
nice review.. this watch reminds me to gx-56. the strap looks like the same with dw-291 (correct me if im wrong)
@850Tech6 ай бұрын
There is always a Casio Royale in the background
@considermycat4 жыл бұрын
I love Casio, but this one fell out of the ugly tree and hit every branch on the way down. Screen is too small for the case, for starters.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
LOL! I don't mind the shape too much. Kinda reminds me of the GBX-100.
@Rick-ve5lx4 жыл бұрын
The seconds and date/local time are far too small. It’s a strange looking watch. Makes a 290 look pretty.
@SpeedHunter_9 Жыл бұрын
Mini GX56 definitely. To be honest I don't hate Casio making G-shock lookalike watches like this. There have been many blatant G-shock rip-offs like Skmei and S-Shock which are built like crap, so it makes sense for Casio to take the matter into their own hands. It could also give people a chance to test the waters at affordable price before they pull the trigger on real deal G-shocks, without resorting to knockoffs of course. Plus, Casio built quality will always be better. With that said, they're more than adequate for the ones who want cheap, accurate and reliable beater watches for everyday use.
@bigteno45974 жыл бұрын
Not found this watch for sale in the UK yet.
@periclesstamatis75494 жыл бұрын
Kinda looks like a more sensibly sized g-shock king
@Pentti_Hilkuri4 жыл бұрын
Casio keeps screwing up the strap on many affordable and otherways nice watches with that huge bend inwards that digs into your hand.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Yeah the strap on this one isn't the best.
@ob41493 жыл бұрын
for the price its cool Casio.
@friendlyjunco68363 жыл бұрын
I like this watch. I will buy it. Thanks for the video
@WatchingCasio3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@lainealonzo29263 жыл бұрын
I think its durable and it's battery has a long life.
@sindbadsailor78684 жыл бұрын
Do you polish your watch? It’s look so nice...
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Not really, it's brand new though :)
@Indaman4232 жыл бұрын
Loved the review
@johnnyd153 жыл бұрын
Just got the black one. Thanks
@lulul4 жыл бұрын
It would be wonderful if, on models like this one with wider lug width, you could put it on a Nato strap just to see how it would look.. It looks very interesting indeed and the display looks so much better then the one on the dw5600.. Thanks for the review,!
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
I was considering it but I thought it would silly with the small lug width. Thanks for the advice though, I'll try that out in future videos.
@Bruce-vq7ni4 жыл бұрын
The resin cystal is a deal breaker - What would it cost to put a mineral glass in there. Maybe an extra $5.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Seriously.
@Isaac-px4wy4 жыл бұрын
21 bucks not bad. Question you mentioned 18mm band witdh, are the band adaptors for casio universal? I have the world time casio I force fit a nato strap but want to get adaptors for easy swap for different straps. Thanks have a good one
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
I don't think they are universal. I tried some older G-Shock adapters and they didn't fit.
@Isaac-px4wy4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchingCasio hey thanks again have a good day
@sornsiriwattanarueangchai90663 жыл бұрын
Hello guys, Do u know how to turn off beeping sound when switch mode(C)? thx 🙂
@WatchingCasio3 жыл бұрын
Check the manual here: support.casio.com/storage/en/manual/pdf/EN/009/qw3488.pdf
@funkykoval20994 жыл бұрын
Hello. I think the module is octagonal. Please proove me wrong if possible.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Ha, you are right.
@jstsephjoАй бұрын
I’m voting Trump mmmkay
@thewolfman68544 жыл бұрын
Looking good. Can anybody recommend a g-shock for the smaller wrist with a step counter, timer and alarm? Altimeter would also be cool but if not available no problem 👍
@oklahomahank23782 жыл бұрын
It’s not a g shock but the 640 has most of the same features and is lighter and smaller.
@askhat318 ай бұрын
Can we activate MUTE mode?
@adrianobezerra16333 жыл бұрын
Muito bonito esse modelo vou comprar um
@windlesSpice4 жыл бұрын
Nice legible display
@sathishkv55313 ай бұрын
Like from India
@rinaldoacardi6173 жыл бұрын
Just bought the grey version. Liking it rather well so far.
@rinaldoacardi6173 жыл бұрын
Update: It fell off my nightstand this morning and it's completely dead :/ Not a G-Shock, that's for sure.
@TerryHesticles4 жыл бұрын
Definitely not a pretty Watch but as a beater, for everyday work in the field I think it’s worth the $20 bucks.
@david-arthur8166 Жыл бұрын
i think it's beautiful
@Andy-GC Жыл бұрын
@@david-arthur8166Me too
@JHOFF111 Жыл бұрын
I may be a little late to the party but I saw this the other day and ordered it just got it, I've been collecting the cheapies for awhile from the China websites, smael, skmei. Etc.... they are big rugged and tough sure they're not the greatest but they do the trick, they tell time, I've got a few Armitron also. I got this and another Casio with the world time on it they are tiny they feel cheap as hell and definitely a disappointment, I just like a big digital watch cuz I'm a bigger guy these casio's aren't really expensive I would not begrudge anybody that wants a smaller watch but for me they're just way too small, and the backlight is terrible
@Maestro_presto4 жыл бұрын
Dw291 what else
@sgbcoop Жыл бұрын
Love the DW291
@ressiebee48154 жыл бұрын
Best 20$ I ever spent
@mariansnyder44373 жыл бұрын
I love it one of the best beaters I've ever had it's still new even after 3 months and yes its smaller than it seems and I have rather skinny wrists
@Redant7514 жыл бұрын
The blue with the yellow accent, I had to buy it. Thanks 👍
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Hope you like it!
@H.O.M.E.LANDER4 ай бұрын
Believe grey dial is the best
@robynlhatetheelitesstridel53953 жыл бұрын
As for the guy who suggested a skmei pedometer-good luck pal-lve baught two and gave them away pretty quickly unwearable plus that company are parasites and don’t need any encouragement RG,Sydney
@gpin274 жыл бұрын
Mmmm... Disliked the light.. it would be nice with a light like like the w736h or w735h.
@TinkerToby10 ай бұрын
I just got one of these from wally world for 22 bucks. I got mine in this nice earthy tan color.
@franarguelles4 жыл бұрын
PLEASE DO A RANGEMAN GW-9400-3 REVIEW greetings from Argentina
@fabiosilvestre50964 жыл бұрын
350 bucks for some Casio models is too much ....this money you can by a Seiko
@lucm704 жыл бұрын
$57 on Amazon Canada....Damn...
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Ouch :( What the...
@H.O.M.E.LANDER4 ай бұрын
Just 20 dollars in Amazon India
@michaelk4874 жыл бұрын
Cool 😎
@SumanDas-yb7iy Жыл бұрын
Nice
@IS.AS.3 жыл бұрын
Is it beeps every hour?? That's a very important feature
@JoeyAnswer3 жыл бұрын
It’s not bad but I found that the Casio F108 to be a great all around watch and fairly tough. Just pop a nato on it and your golden.
@ayushpathak45082 жыл бұрын
Does it have hourly chime??
@coconutlarry2 жыл бұрын
looks a lot like my GD350
@TheWheelofLife1004 жыл бұрын
$120 for the GA 900, I paid $270, with a 10% discount .
@duffvader67312 жыл бұрын
The day and date are so small. Are they hard to read?
@mariansnyder96644 жыл бұрын
Just bought mine but won't get it till October lol
@watchmakerful4 жыл бұрын
It seems to be a modernized W-729...
@relojeroargento4 жыл бұрын
Its like a baby gx56bb
@zangetsu_90824 жыл бұрын
G shock king son kids
@snakemont3 жыл бұрын
Cool watch! Thank you!
@handcoding4 жыл бұрын
2:24 - You mentioned that the watch has a lug width of 18 mm, which can open the door to using third-party straps with the watch. Just to check, though, since this watch has inset lugs-not unlike most Casio watches-would you happen to have any tips for finding third-party straps that would look good with this? (My concern is that if you were to attach a standard 18 mm strap, it might look too skinny on the watch since straps don’t tend to account for being attached to a watch with inset lugs?)
@OwynDavies4 жыл бұрын
It'll definitely look awesome with a standard 18mm and a customised one would cost at least twice the price of the actual watch.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
This is true. Same issue with the AE-1200 and AE-1300. But at least the strap are removable. You could always use a knife to cut a leather strap right at the lugs, like many people have done with the AE lineup.
@handcoding4 жыл бұрын
Watching Casio I suppose that could be done. Still-I’d much rather if Casio didn’t use weird offset lugs in the first place?
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
@@handcoding You and me both! (and a bunch of others I'd assume)
@842qwery2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@garyoldman91723 жыл бұрын
Wow i want this one!!!
@megazenn224 жыл бұрын
you need to disclose those sponsored links, other than that, great video :) I'm a new sub!