Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean vs Rolex Sea Dweller 4000, 215.30.44.21.01.002 vs 126600

[@Khanh.Nguyen369]

Who goes straight to the comments whenever there’s a Rolex v Omega comparison? I love the passion. Haha

[@49fiori]

We cannot compare retail vs retail prices, because Rolex Sea Dweller is unavailable and cannot be purchased at retail. So the only fair comparison is pre-owned vs pre-owned. A pre-owned Planet Ocean 600M (215.30.40.20.01.001) costs around $4200 vs $14700 for the Sea Dweller (126600). The real question is how can an inferior watch cost 250% more?

[@robz4290]

49fiori because of its name recognition

[@jorgemdiezmero]

Marketing

[@mhinchy86]

I got one at retail...

[@mhinchy86]

The real question is for the PO price realms the Tudor Pelagos is by far the best value and true no-brainer if price is the consideration

[@TheMystro1971]

I own both but my Omega is the new Planet Ocean Chronograph Master Chronometer. Honestly, the Omega is a better watch in movement and execution. The new PO design looks and feels more "upscale" than my SD43. Ceramic dial is in another league than how Rolex does their dial printing. .The SD43 feels and looks like a big Sub and that is its selling point when you want a Rolex larger than the standard 40mm Sub. I find the PO more interesting to wear as the black Sub look is everywhere. The Omega "pops" more on the wrist and has more presence. Omega feels like they are constantly improving their watches where Rolex feels like they are coasting a bit in design and features. The sapphire case back on the PO makes the SD43 feel boring and underwhelming. I feel like I paid too much at msrp with my SD43 but feel just the opposite with my Omega. If I had to pick one hard core diver then the Omega would be it.

[@djdc81]

Very interesting! I have the 42mm PlanetOcean and am on the waitlist for the SD43mm...

[@TWN321]

Very good review. My next watch will either be a Seamaster PO GMT, or a Grand Seiko SBGE255 GMT. Tough decisions... :-)

[@mikearkous8379]

Does that omega come in a smaller size?

[@johanlundin651]

@@mikearkous8379 39.5mm

[@johnthomas424]

I agree. I have several Rolexes and one of them is the 41 black-on-black Submariner however, I am going to be purchasing shortly the PO with the orange rubber decimal and with both bracelets.

[@ripperx444]

I had the blue planet ocean on leather/rubber strap and i sold it. Finally got around to buying the same watch on bracelet but black dial this time. It's the best value for money diver out there. Rolex is not worth the crazy premium when this kind of watch is around. Love it

[@thegorn]

The Omega is a better bezel than the Seadweller, from a functional perspective. Tim there is absolutely no backwards play on the Omega - where you set it is where it stays. There is backwards play on the Seadweller yet you don't test for it. I've studied your hand movements - not once do you tug backwards on the Seadweller bezel. Bias? I think you just like the sound of the Seadweller more. That doesn't matter when you're diving.

[@zekevfab]

The Gorn agreed, and not all PO have rubber in the bezel, most only have liquid metal. Another plus for the omega.

[@Akkiben]

Right said and good to know that the SD has backward play, i shall sleep peacefully tonight :-)

[@alanrogers6885]

Omega all the way, 15000 Gauss and a 60 hour power reserve, better tec than the common Rolex.

[@99Z155]

Man. This guy doesn’t miss a bit and sounds like he’s not going off of many notes. No pauses or “uhhs” or “uhms”. I’m impressed. Haha

[@christophergustafson3942]

I think Tim articulated the key point at 14:15 - The Rolex is a better gift. Yes. 100%. If it is a gift for me, Sea Dweller all day. If it is my money, the choice is pre-owned Planet Ocean by an order of magnitude.

[@gpearce11]

Christopher Gustafson Absolutely. I’ll take the Rolex as a gift everyday of the week, and twice on Sunday. Then I’ll sell it, and buy the Planet Ocean AND an Aqua Terra for all those times a thick dive watch is too much. If I shopped around I might even have enough left over for a Speedy Pro, leaving me with a full collection of watches I prefer over the Rolex, for the same total price.

[@mhinchy86]

@@gpearce11 no need to dress it up Geoff, just tell us you don't like brand Rolex and be done with it 😂 for what it's worth I have a new SMP 300 and it's utterly fantastic however truly nowhere near the SD43. The current PO range is fugly (coming from someone who's grail was the PO orange bezel/strap whilst in uni), bloated and with too many variations. Honestly it's not even a contest.

[@sdemosi]

@@gpearce11 and that's the point really. The SD price is an illusion unless you're a frequent buyer from a friendly AD. When you compare Rolex to brands such as AP and Vacheron that are direct price competitors in the steel sports market then the Rolex isn't necessarily the best choice. At list price I'd probably get the Rolex, at grey market premiums then not a chance.

[@gpearce11]

@@sdemosi I can't disagree with that at all. I definitly respect Rolex enough that I think most of their watches are not only good, if a little reserved, but also mostly worth the money if you can get one at retail (there's still at least a 10% crown tax, even at retail, but with brand equity like Rolex I understand). Personally, I've got a soft spot for the Skydweller; that thing is a marvel of engineering, and one of the cleanest multi-complication watches on the market. But there is simply no way that a Daytona 116500 (ceramic white dial) and a VC Overseas Chronograph (5500V) are truly worth the same price, or that this SD4000 is worth more used than a new GO SeaQ Panorama Date or Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 5015.

[@m33cav]

My Omega Seamaster PO Chrono in Blue is the most beautiful watch I’ve ever owned. It certainly has wrist presence and I get more compliments about this watch than anything else I’ve owned.

[@williamstalvey6920]

Do you wear the Omega 600 m p O?

[@willielarsson9651]

I've often wondered if people noticed omega as much as Rolex

[@1570CHRIS]

You didn't mention the anti glare coating which is a noticeable difference between the two. If the choice is between these exact models I would take the Rolex however I prefer other P.O. configurations over this Rolex.

[@gpearce11]

Chris ??? The usefulness of the anti-glare is a major win. I’d still take this PO other the Rolex, but I do prefer the plain black and blue versions.

[@LarryGanz]

I own the Sea Dweller 43mm, Omega Ti Planet Ocean 8500 in 42mm, and Omega Ti Planet Ocean 9300 in 45.5mm (both blue). I wear the Ti Planet Ocean 9300 5 out of 7 days a week. Yes it is chunky, but the addition of the chronograph and the dual color lume are a plus for me, as are the luxurious glossy dial and glossy liquid metal and ceramic bezel. Your review didn't even mention that the Planet Ocean bezel with rubber highlights is optional and most are sold with a solid ceramic and liquid metal bezels in blue or black. Liquid metal is just that, metal not glass, where the numbers are permanently bonded to the ceramic bezel. As for the SD 43, I traded my Submariner ceramic no date and a different Omega towards it, with no regrets, but it still feels very plain.

[@Nexus.Achiles]

Own both (SD43 and PO2500C XL), love both. The SD43 is superior but not twice the PO9300, well five times in my case, no way. My PO and I go back to 2005, been through thick and thin, my first serious piece. Rock solid and flawless accuracy at +1.5s/d, not a single issue despite being C, not D. The PO feels like a tool whereas the SD is all about luxury. Don't make me chose between the two, I can't.

[@robz4290]

Omega all day. I’ve worn both and although you have to respect the Rolex, the Omega truly WOWed me. The Rolex name wows, not the watch. As someone sitting on $10k and willing I bought the PO. Rolled in general no longer drops my jaw unless we are talking about the outside the box style and crystal of the Milgauss GV, or the insane calendar of the Blue Skydweller. Omega all day.

[@Granto-ni9qw]

Y omega put rubber on the bezel ????

[@keepit100kg]

I just have to say no to anything with a cyclops, unfortunately. The Rolex has some great features but the PO is still my choice as it's a much better value.

[@para_bellum_1984]

Did you just say "obtrusive appurtenance"? You are really the most eloquent WIS on the internet, Tim and I applaud you for it.

[@wjvlodek8769]

and vis a vie ..

[@jiajianhou426]

Omega: value. Rolex: Money is no object.

[@kevinmiller9718]

If Omega made the same watches without the orange accents these comparisons would be one sided. Factoring in the price makes the Omega POs a steal. The most important part is the movement.

[@davinozen]

they do, this model exists in all black and all blue versions

[@chewrick565]

which part in omega states that its indices n hands n logo are white gold? where did you get that information from?

[@menaseven9093]

Tim like you I choose the Rolex Sea Dweller because I think the design is classic and timeless. I like the display case back on the Omega but I don't like the orange rubber on the bezel.the bezel of the Omega should have been ceramic.

[@gpearce11]

I don’t understand why Tim decided to show the orange rubber bezel version instead of the more comparable full black ceramic bezel with white gold numerals, especially if he’s going to use it as a knock against the Omega.

[@keekeefries6298]

Awesome versus episode Tim! In addition I love the smooth winding of the Rolex over the Omega. Did not realize that Lume difference. Kudos to Omega!

[@scott7841]

The fact that Omega sells the PO in all black or blue - I think one of those models would have made a better comparison versus singling out the PO with the orange accents. Some people like that, some don't. But everyone should be aware that the PO is offered in all black or blue. And I would venture to say that the all black or blue models are the most popular. As for the SD, there is no doubt that this is a classic look that doesn't go out of style. However, the fact that Rolex is 3 times the cost of PO - it seems to be a no brainer that Omega PO wins. And lets not forget (even if you want to pay 3 times the price for Rolex), most people wouldn't have that option anyway now days given the situation with Rolex. I say Omega wins.

[@wcarneirofilho]

Sea Dweller 43 mm all the way! For me one of the best Rolexes ever!

[@BobDyl]

Tim -- wrt interior clasp finish, it is not necessarily true that matte finish is entry level. The Platona has a matte finish interior clasp. Cheers, thanks for the great videos.

[@iliastasikas9553]

OMEGA ALL THE WAY!!!!

[@vukotabrajovic5988]

This is one of the rare occasions that I completely disagree with the reviewer. Omega not only presents a much better value, it is more elaborately sized watch equipped with work-of-art movement and with modern twist on the classical diver's watch design. Rolex SD 43 looks bloated and uninspired, with totally uneccesary cyclops lens and price that once was reserved only for precious metal models. So, in my book it is Omega all the way.

[@martinjn2920]

Omega's He valve, it adds charactacter to an awesome Rolex beating watch.

[@gpearce11]

Martin Norden I agree, although I do think we may be in the minority on that account... I’m pretty sure most people just put up with it for the sake of owning a great watch, but I like how Omega added it as a unique visual distinction between it and every other Diver out there, that while unnecessary for almost everyone, still serves a purpose, and as someone who doesn’t mind how it looks, I’m all for it. I do definitely prefer this application compared to the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup on the new Diver 300M though. Wish they hadn’t changed that.

[@BCOnTheFly]

Love the He valve!

[@49fiori]

There was a guy in New York. Tim probably heard of him. People wanted to invest money with him and they had to be put on waiting lists, he would'd told them "I don't accept any new money, we are fully booked with our current investors" People would beg him so they can invest money with him. The reason was obvious, he would make to the investors 15-20% profit per year! So only those lucky and who had good relationship with him would eventually be accepted to join his fund. His name was Bernie Madoff, he is serving a 150 years prison sentence for scamming investors of $30 billion. So when companies tell you have to be put on the waiting list to buy something, it is a scam! Run away from those who engage in shady business practices. Patek does the same with Aquanauts and Nautilus (they are just copying Rolex) and Richard Mille is doing the same. They are hiding something very hideous from you, turn away from such brands. Push it aside no matter how tempting it is, take the risk of thinking for yourself, much more happiness, truth, beauty and wisdom will come to you that way. Peace & Love to you all!

[@highnrising]

Why all the drama queening? If you want the Rolex, you can just click on the link and buy it. And get it delivered in two days.You just have to be willing to pay the market price--which may even be higher than list, for a pre-owned.

[@49fiori]

​@@highnrising I don't live in the world where pre-owned costs more than new, especially if new is in production. I can understand why some people would pay more for a pre-owned watch when that watch has been discontinued for some time. But to pay more for a pre-owned when the watch is in production, seriously? If it's a limited piece than have them numbered, I would still stay away from the limited game, but you must have them numbered if you want to play that game.

[@stuartniven2401]

I Own the Planet Ocean. . . I prefer the Sea Dweller to the Sub but I'm still an Omega guy. Great Shoot out! Thanks!

[@Granto-ni9qw]

Y did they put rubber on bezel ??? Strange

[@1000lightyrs]

I'm surprised at myself, because the Sea-Dweller is such a timeless icon - but the Planet Ocean is the better looking watch, and the one I'd be most proud to wear.

[@Mohammedalyafeimusic]

I already took the PO.. I think we need to update our comparison way, OMEGA is much better than Rolex in many points.. for example, I’ve tried the bezel in Rolex and found it really vague but the clicking of PO bezel is more obvious and effortless.. the clasp of OMEGA can be adjusted without taking off the the watch, the AR coating of OMEGA is far better than Rolex, rubber in the ceramic bezel is a patent although mine has no rubber because I like it simple, hands of OMEGA is much easier to read & has different lume, Manual Escape Valve is better option because relying on an auto valve for an important issue like “He gas” can’t be assured (open it yourself and assure the escape of gas), lugs of OMEGA is smoother and prettier that Rolex sharp edges lugs, OMEGA dial is bigger enough to make it easier to read than smaller Rolex dial, movement in OMEGA is better and tested by OMEGA, COSC & METAS. OMEGA dial is ceramic as well, 5 years warranty, tested in 6 positions, 15,000 Gauss Magnetic Resistance, reasonably priced so more people can own it and share this joy... when you guys see the crown you just go mad and talk about resale value!! I hate the Cyclops by the way it’s too boring.. all what have been said is my opinion so plz stop trying to convince me Rolex is better.. for me it’s a big Noooooo.. everybody enjoy your watches as long as you love it..

[@49fiori]

Men wear Omega and boys wear Rolex. Also, Rolex insults the buyers by putting them on waiting lists, with Omega you just walk into the store and buy the watch, no funny business. And those who only think about resell value never actually have a relationship with their watch, it is like with a prostitute, all they think about is money and how much they can make. That's why I vote Omega!

[@the1916companywatchreviews]

Perhaps Planet Ocean vs Fifty Fathoms or Royal Oak Offshore Diver will be a future comparison. The Omega certainly warrants this match, and I don't think the more expensive pieces would hold inordinate advantages. Best, Tim

[@Mohammedalyafeimusic]

49fiori great one 👍🏼

[@Mohammedalyafeimusic]

WatchBox Reviews thank you Tim ❤️

[@jumboJetPilot]

WatchBox Reviews definitely a Fifty Fathoms into the mix, Tim! Toss in a blue dial Calibre de Cartier diver just for good measure and maybe even a CFB ScubaTec too!

[@fpoynton1604]

Awesome program Tim - so well presented. As beautiful and classic as the Rolex is - Omega is just blowing me away with it artistic, flowing, texture rich case and bracelet lines and proportions , beautiful very highly visible dial, large visible macho handset and indices and stout bezel / case interface. Not even to mention that movement or the price. Its fantastic.

[@Akkiben]

Awesome points (Y)

[@jameswood1935]

i have a 2013 8500 42mm PO, its exceptional as a daily. Also display back, easy adjustment, ceramic bezel all great additions... and it only has 2 tiny little orange accents on the dial and hands which set it off perfectly, i dont like the colour on the other PO's but thats just a personal taste. Cant recommend enough

[@bloodymarvelous4790]

The 126600 is not a Sea-Dweller 4000, it's the SD43 (43mm) or SD50 (50th anniversary). The Sea-Dweller 4000 or SD 4000 is the 16600, and the SD4K is the 116600.

[@keitumetsemabuza9940]

Tough one but I'm going to say the omega

[@abdulmokta48]

Keitumetse Mabuza ugly

[@keitumetsemabuza9940]

@@abdulmokta48 mokta Abdul ugly human being, show your face

[@totisanchez3607]

Omega is just simply more practical. You do make a good point Tim on the gift angle. Nice video as usual .

[@1570CHRIS]

The reality is Omega has great brand equity as well. Yes if you asked 100 non watch fanatics to name a luxury watch I'm sure Rolex would come to mind 1st but many will know of and acknowledge Omega as also being a high in time piece.

[@gpearce11]

Chris ??? True beauty of receiving the Rolex as a gift is you can resell it and buy the PO, plus an Aqua Terra (for when you need to wear long sleeves) with the money you get. It’s the only time I’d be thankful for Rolex’s absurd resale values. When buy for oneself, I’ll take the better value, and better watch, from Omega every day and twice on Sunday.

[@denniss4951]

The Omega looks better than the Rolex.

[@tobes1902]

In complete contrary to most people's perception of rolex and omega as a brand....I find the PO design too loud and obnoxious whilst the SD much more understated, mature and elegant. SD is a much more versatile watch and is only one you can get away with wearing in the office for a bit desk diving . For real diving neither can displace a dive computer anyway, so im struggling to see what occasion the PO will fit in

[@Radwan177]

Just take the one without rubber insert and with white gold Arabic numerals as I did... that would be correct comparison to Sea Dweller

[@gpearce11]

Radwan Joukhadar The fairly plain design of the Rolex ensure it will always be be more versatile and understated, however getting the standard black bezel version you described definitely closes that gap. I’d still take this PO over this SD, but I’d take your version of the PO over either.

[@mhinchy86]

@@gpearce11 sadly in no circumstances could a PO be versatile so I agree with the OP - what is the point of it? Aqua Terra is a much better bet

[@gpearce11]

@@mhinchy86 I definitely agree the Aqua Terra is much more versatile than any dive watch. Also, if you do want true versatility out of a dive watch the thinner Submariner and SM300M would both be better choices than either of these. That said, OP considered the SD more versatile primarily because the PO was too ostentatious. My point, and Radwan's, was that the standard black bezel model (without the orange insert or numerals) is significantly less ostentatious, and is no less versatile than the SD as a desk diver.

[@mhinchy86]

@@gpearce11 I appreciate your comments. When at uni some years ago I would stop by the local goldsmiths whenever I could to see the orange bezel / orange strap PO - that was the dream watch for me, promised I'd buy it for myself when I could. Sadly when the time came that model was discontinued and I've been deeply disappointed with the new itinerations. Trying them on they are cumbersome, with dare I say it particularly cheap looking dials. Much prefer PO bracelets to the SMP however. Even looked at one today at a pre owned 40% reduction from rrp. Really want to like them but they wear too bulky to be versatile and those with subdued colour schemes uninspiring. Having an artistic background I find the SD43's bezel symmetry and simple elegance much more appealing with great versatility.

[@americanjedi5721]

SD43 is just perfect in proportion and esthetics.❗️

[@Peskarik]

Tm, thank you for the comparison. I wonder one thing - how sure you are that Omega hands and hour markers are made out of white gold? Nowhere on the Omega official site does it say that this watch has white gold inside. Also, the titanium variant of PO600 costs more than the stainless steal one, but it has black hands and markers, so what are those hands and markers made of?

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

I’m glad Tim called out the WART that is the helium escape valve on the PO. I really like the PO except for the wart.

[@BCOnTheFly]

2 warts are better than one!

[@DrStephenVerdon]

Thieves will Always Choose Rolex over Omega...

[@canonyeo4286]

Hi Tim, my i know if the 6th position you referred to is like the GS standard, i.e. the watch siting upright with the 12'o clock facing upwards?

[@goonermike6755]

That planet ocean looks really nice, the sub looks so boring compared

[@49fiori]

Omega is all over a better watch. On top of that Omega doesn't make an idiot out of you, you can walk into Omega store and buy the watch, Rolex will tell you there is a waiting list for the sea dweller, just walk away from Rolex, it's a scam.

[@InTheNow2020]

Good review WBR. In Canada (2022) we're seeing a 55% premium over retail, for a used SD43 on the grey market. A used Omega PO is 20% less than brand new. But even at that, you can have a brand new Omega PO for about 45% less than a new SD43, if you can find one at retail. Omega is a no brainer for the price and you can buy it retail. But the SD43 history and the appreciation wins.

[@scribetribe]

Tim, you always say you are normally an omega man, but are literally almost never an Omega man!!!

[@the1916companywatchreviews]

Concerning Omega, I own two and have no Rolex in the collection. My next watch likely will be an Hour Vision annual, so the Omega collecting continues. Best, Tim

[@scribetribe]

@@the1916companywatchreviews Love you Tim! The Rolexes always seem to win out on these duels tho... Despite the price difference being ridiculous. For me Omega is almost always better bang for buck, something that should be considered. :)

[@chillwill120]

@@the1916companywatchreviews Tim, which Omegas are in your collection? I believe you have a bond but what else?

[@speedmaster534]

I own latest planet ocean chrono but SD stole my heart this time.

[@bubbab7792]

The Omega is aesthetically pleasing! Rolex needs to put on its party dress. Come on Rolle! Though I do like 43mm! Let's party! 👍

[@ssvs0485]

I prefer the Seamaster 300 above all of these, but I know that is not in this review. Just so many aesthetics I don’t like for both of these watches that would keep me away. But in a technical standpoint and finishing I give it to omega.

[@edudanel]

1:40 Hey Tim, I’m not so sure that statement is true. I have heard the polished internal clasp is made for models made in 2017 and later. Great vid my friend

[@TheMystro1971]

Good points but the demographic buying Rolex now is not a advantage if you are a watch enthusiast. Omega PO seems to be for the owner that actually knows about automatic watches and why his watch is made to superior standards. Rolex owners are now commodity brokers that don’t even know their own style. They buy the brand and not the watch. Owning both I feel Omega is the thinking mans watch with prestige that is earned though innovation where the Rolex feels a little lazy and privileged by their name recognition.

[@davec3651]

On the clasp point, who really needs more than 10mm on a micro adjustment function? Only if your bracelet isn't at least reasonably sized to you to begin with. And I'd have more confidence in that solid Omega flip out extension than how the Rolex's looks.

[@salvadorcano4494]

Great video as usual. I own a Rolex submariner 116610LN and a omega seamaster planet ocean GMT 8900. Love both pieces. The omega is no slouch. Lot of bang per buck. Metas certified and more anti magnetic than the Rolex. My only criticism of the omega is the thickness of the case.

[@salvadorcano4494]

8906 on the omega. My apologies

[@robynsjp]

Both are superquality, Rolex keeps value better. Great pieces for diving or swimming, but both are too big for everyday wear. So if it's for 10 days a year at the beach or in the pool, then 10K is a bit expensive. My SuperOcean 1500 m does the job for those 10 days a year in the water, I paid 3K. Prefer to spend the money on supervintage, historic pieces that you can wear more often. Also, the manual escape valve - I have a couple of those - is as useless as the cyclops on the Rolex.

[@ZCT808]

Honestly though, as I mentioned elsewhere, when it comes to it you could own a pre-owned Planet Ocean or new Tudor Pelagos AND a new Rolex Submariner for less than the price of the SD43. Then you'd have a dive watch and a much more versatile everyday piece. As opposed to a very dedicated dive watch that might look out of place in some situations. I like the SD43, but it is hard to make a good case for it when considering what you could have instead for the same money. Especially since no one is using more than 100m dive rating in real life. I've certainly never met a diver who told me a tale of the time he went so deep his Submariner broke.

[@mhinchy86]

@@ZCT808 I think the SD43 is better looking than either, I'm also 6'6" and wear as my daily with no issues at all. If you plan to have it for many years as I do then the initial outlay is good value for money in the long term. I could have it for 40yrs no problem

[@MisterMaster4life]

Owned the Sub 116610 and the Planet ocean 45.5. Both great watches, sold them both. Rolex bored me, the Planet ocean unwined it's own crown due the absence of crown guards. Yet here i am again, contemplating a new Planet ocean. Besides the crown issues, i also found the 45.5 a bit too big, the back then P.O 42mm too small. Maybe the 43.5 will do the trick. Or maybe ill go for Tudor or a nice Breitling Super ocean. They look sick as well. To many options. Rolex isn't any longer on my list. Great watches and owned several so no hate, but they are boring.

[@gp2712]

I love omega! The new Seamaster crushes the sub but I think this PO needs some work to matchup with the SD. I know Omega will get it right in the future!

[@sdemosi]

The PO movement is considerably better. That twin barrel design with the coaxial escapement provides better rate stability, particularly if you don't wear it all the time. I like the SD & it's a classic but I'm not paying thousands of dollars extra for a nicer feeling bezel. The PO's bezel is nice enough, the ceramic, rubber & liquid metal components are nicely executed. The deep black Rolex ceramic bezel looks richer but that's a matter of taste rather than execution. The clasp differences are a non issue in practice. The PO clasp doesn't open accidentally in my experience. The major issue for the PO as an everyday watch is its hefty size & depth. It doesn't work well under cuffs. The chronograph is even worse. It's surprisingly light on Titanium but the cuff issue persists. It's a beast. Still, you could buy 2 Omega METAS certified chronometer for the grey market price of the Rolex so just buy a dressier Omega watch as well as the PO.

[@qukaiyi1998]

I've been studying watches for many years and got my first watch awhile back, the Omega PO 37.5 (I'm a very slim person with 14.5 mm wrists). But I have to agree with Tim, Rolex is far more superior when it comes to details and resell value. Not mention the case thickness, which is a huge factor after tried my friend's submariner for several days. But if you are not ready to spend somewhere near or more than $ 10k, go for Omega! It's the perfect entry level choice for watch in this category and it's decent enough for almost all occasions. Still, working hard everyday and planing to get a gold & steel 36 DJ in 2021.

[@realblackbetty2204]

Qu Kaiyi I have the same as yours. Love it!!! I got it for half off only a month old with all the stickers still on it. I wish Rolex would make a 37 sub like the yachtmaster.

[@robertasmedu]

A watch is not a productive asset, meaning that it is useless item for investment. The only thing driving Rolex prices up is the fact that people "think" it is a good investment, meaning it is based on valid until everyone thinks the same way.

[@sdemosi]

@@robertasmedu I agree Robertas. There's a Rolex bubble at the moment, carefully cultivated by the brand. People want what they can't have. Omega sells technically great watches that you can buy easily if you have reasonable financial resources. Rolex sells aspiration in the form of a beautifully finished but slowly evolving product. Rolex brand management is cleverer but they already have that niche, Omega has to do something different.

[@ZCT808]

The Rolex here a winner, but it has to be said, that Planet Ocean is holding its own, considering. Thanks to their terrible depreciation you could pick one up lightly used for one third the price of the Rolex. You could literally buy a pre-owned Planet Ocean and still have change for a new Submariner. I agree on that helium escape valve. I know it is a signature 'look' but it utterly stupid, detracts from the design, and less than 0.1% of customers will ever use it.

[@remuswheeler2264]

Nice to see Rolex has a cyclops for grandpa. It’s like they know only old people wear Rolex 😂

[@thisisbadstuff]

maybe not rub the two pieces of sapphire against each other?

[@johndoe-ln4oi]

They're both great and both would be fun to own. Overall, the Sea Dweller may be better, but dollar-for-dollar, the Omega bests the Rolex with better technology. I respectfully disagree on your bezel assessment; the platinum inlay(paint) in the Rolex is more expensive, but the Liquid Metal in the Omega is a greater technological achievement and much more durable. Also the Omega bezel is much easier to keep clean. The indentions in the Rolex bezel attract dirt.

[@TECHFIGHTER]

Be truthful, if both watches' value remained static would you still choose the Rolex?

[@prredo]

TECH-FIGHTER yes

[@waynesilva3129]

I feel the Rolex has one thing and one thing only over the Omega. That is the resale and that's it.

[@mdo5121]

PLANET OCEAN ALL DAY LONG

[@phantomphotography7392]

Since I wear a suit to work, I bought the Omega Planet Ocean for the weekend and the Grand Seiko Cherry Blossom (sbga413) for the work week. Two very nice (and more accurate) watches for the same price as the sea dweller.

[@jeremydahm2124]

I agree the Rolie is more of an everyday, only one watch. The PO in most liveries is more fun and look at me and let's talk about watches more than the Rolex but that's where the price of it plays nicely. I'm ok with the PO not being as timeless or suitable for every occasion at the price point. Someone will always comment on the PO's looks. The Rolex, yes, but mostly because you're wearing the Rolex, not because of it's sharp looks. Which I personally think it has in spades of course. IMHO. Gimmie that white dial, orange ceramic PO on steel! Cheers Tim!

[@thegorn]

The sedweller fit sucks balls with its non-pivoted solid end links. the Omega aces it with the pivoted end links, which you rightly pointed out. The omega sits a bit high, but you get used to that. What you can not get used to is a badly designed oyster bracelet which is too broad across the wrist.

[@mhinchy86]

Intentional design to make wearing it more balanced. Fits great on me. I have yet to find an Omega metal bracelet that's not an absolute dog. They can't make them. My SMP is on rubber.

[@atitg727]

PO vs pelagos would be very interesting.

[@slawekm6543]

I've tried on the PO because I like the design but the bezel action was terrible compering to Rolex. You can't tell the difference on the video though. Rolex has a better bracelet as well. Once you handle them side by side you feel the quality is in Rolex, there's no doubt about it. But the travel function is an Omega advantage. For me Rolex all the way.

[@49fiori]

Slawek M Rolex has better bezel action. Bracelet if far better on Omega, it wraps your wrist like magic. Rolex Sub and SD have both cut my wrist with extremely sharp lugs edges, I cannot believe they have kept those edges so sharp. Here is where it gets dodgy. Since you cannot get Rolex SD at retail, the only fair comparison in prices is Pre-owned vs pre-owned. Rolex SD is 250% more expensive than Omega PO. Even if Rolex is the better watch for you, is it really 250% better?

[@mhinchy86]

@@49fioriI bought a SD43 at retail with no prior purchase history. You literally just need to know how to talk to people, treat them with respect and be passionate about watches. Oh also Omega can't make metal bracelets, they're like cheap toys. My SMP is on rubber and far better.

[@tombrown6329]

I bought a GMT Planet Ocean GMT. I rarely use the GMT function. It's better looking with black and white all-ceramic bezel....No orange. The thing I don't like about it is the excessive thickness. Otherwise, agree with all who love this watch.

[@6bigears135]

Noooo orange well cooler........Black & white looks like a penguin m8

[@scotdoc]

Both lovely watches. I have the PO and a Sub. You forgot one thing…you’re much less likely to be stabbed for your PO than the Rolex, making it a much safer every day watch choice

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

If you actually hold these two watches in your hand, its not even close. The quality of the Rolex is leagues above the Omega. The bezel action on the Omega is a an absolute joke for a watch costing thousands. The bracelet on the Rolex is far better. I could go on and on. Honestly, I think most of the people on here that post these comments have never actually held most of these watches. They have either decided in their mind that they like Rolex or they like omega, and have never actually held either watch. I am a fan of both brands and I personally own Rolex and Omega. I am in no way trying to bash Omega, but in this comparison, the Rolex is the better watch, hands down.

[@galaga8834]

Agree 100%.

[@49fiori]

I own both watches and Omega is leagues above Rolex. Bezel action on Rolex is better. Everything else goes to Omega.

[@49fiori]

Earl James they are not the same price. You can’t compare prices retail vs retail as Rolex is unobtainable at retail. You have to compare pre-owned vs preowned. Rolex SD is 250% more expensive than Omega PO. Can somebody please explain me how can an inferior watch cost 250% more?

[@galaga8834]

@Earl James What do you think will be worth more in 10 years time? And why is that?

[@whereRbearsTeeth]

49fiori, it’s pretty simple. First, the Rolex is way more “expensive” on the pre owned market because it holds its value, unlike omega. Omega overproduces it’s watches which results in the grey market being flooded with models like the PO. No matter how great a watch might be, if you can pick one up for a huge discount brand new from a grey market dealer, then the price of pre owned models will suffer. The second reason is Rolex is the better watch.

[@williamrare]

Just my view but I been a Omega fan since way back and even thou its being compared to Rolex, I still pick the Omega !

[@EndofDays213]

Omega it is. Tired of the old mans rolex

[@EndofDays213]

Omega looks more eye appealing

[@djdc81]

The 42mm PlanetOcean with burnt orange numbers is better in my opinion, without the garish orange gash on the bezel

[@champeight6737]

that 126600 is the best of the best. Sea Dweller all the way.

[@jumboJetPilot]

I like the Omega more but I would choose a different version of it, the orange-on-blue GMT for me!

[@sdemosi]

Me too. Also like the Chrono.

[@mt24Carson]

As a PO owner myself (the 2201.50.00 reference, not this one), pleased to see the Omega support.

[@craig2100]

Rolex for its tapered profile

[@odeirt]

Planet ocean is the only choice!

[@davidursini4740]

Omega all the way...better watch, better build quality, more accurate...at 2/3 the price of the Rolex. And available! You don't have to wait 3yrs to get your watch!!!

[@adambegley4266]

good review... but could you speak a little faster?

[@martinjn2920]

How do you give a Rolex as a gift, you cannot buy them!!

[@omegaknight01]

Omega is better in all segments. Excessive is the popularity of Rolex. Whatever the peasant who sells the field is buying Rolex, in order to make it successful, because he has heard that it has a Rolex status symbol, true connoisseurs will always opt for Omega, because they do not want to identify themselves with the peasants who buy Rolex. Honor exceptions. Just to be understood, Rolex is a quality watch, but nothing has changed for decades, so it's already boring. Omega constantly invests in innovation and development, so it is currently a better quality watch than Rolex.

[@Markpaul9]

New omega professional seamaster over both

[@sdemosi]

It's a bargain with that spec. That or the Pelagos are the 2 best value quality mechanical dive watches on the market right now.

[@Houman7]

I go for Planet Ocean!

[@thegorn]

"Everyone loves Rolex" pfft yeah right. It doesn't even have AR coating, except below the date wart. What a joke. As for the helium escape valve "on the Omega, for some incomprehensible reason". Tim it's not incomprehensible - it's because Rolex and Doxa are the patent holders of that style of valve. Learn your history.

[@danielmewes]

How comes Hamilton and even micro brands have automatic Helium escape valves then? Do you have the patent number or title at hand by any chance? E.g. Hamilton BelowZero 1000 www.hamiltonwatch.com/en-int/h78585333-khaki-navy-belowzero-1000m-auto.html

[@gpearce11]

Daniel Mewes Omega opted for the manual valve specifically so it wouldn’t look like every other watch. That’s why they put it on the SMP, a 300m Diver that needs it even less than the 600m PO does. Yes, it can be polarising, and understandably so, but it does serve its true purpose - to help people identify an Omega dive watch from across a large room. And honestly, while I wouldn’t complain if it was removed, I still prefer it to Rolex’s cyclops date.

[@mhinchy86]

@@gpearce11 didn't know that about the valve, now confirms it truly is a pointless feature and just bizarrely an aesthetic marker. The integrated one in the case is so much better and if the Omegas had the integrated one everyone would say exactly the same...

[@342boss]

I own and love both of these pieces. Actually the Planet Ocean Ti chrono with the 9900. Considering I paid $5600 for the Omega still stickered, the Omega is a lot more watch for the $. No one pays retail for Omega. The SD has a coronet on it. It could cost $20k. It will be worth $20k ten years from now. Buy right with "off" brands and wear what you like.

[@53capridrive]

The Rolex bracelet is exceptional and well designed for diving.

[@tygaz3061]

funny.. earlier in the video the helium escape valve on the Omega was a “beauty mark”...... in the end it became a “tumor”...... love that.. SD43 all the way!!!! best Rolex dive watch...better than a sub....

[@alfrede.neuman9082]

I own a PO, and I’ve worn a SD, and I personally thought they are both every bit as well made. Although, the PO co-axial takes a steaming dump on any Rolly (or any other) movement for accuracy. But given their relative price, I literally can’t see how the rolly is three times better (it’s not).

[@kurmayerbas163]

If you ever need a cash in the middle of the night there is Rolex

[@clinton219]

I never take off my SD. I beat on it like it owes me money.

[@BenTramer]

I would take the Rolex because it's better looking (not saying much with it's cyclops, solid caseback, Finnegan's Wake-like dial text amount) but this is the rare case where a Rolex is not mechanically superior to its challenger...Omega brings the tech.

[@the1916companywatchreviews]

Riverrun. Rolex goes overboard with text. Riverrun. Best, Tim

[@impexRQ]

Not comparison at all , the SD43mm is miles ahead from The Omega PO . SD43 is the one you want

[@MrJffranco5777]

Of the two I would and one day will purchase the Omega Plant Ocean. The Rolex is a fine watch...but not for what they are charging, it just does not warrant the price.

[@loukasantoniou8054]

i chose omega pothe chrono version) and i would do it any time

[@americanjedi5721]

I have owned both, and in the metal Omega feels like more of a kids toy, where the Rolex feels like a A legitimate piece of luxury kit. Omega’s bracelet is sub par, the bezel action is horrible, and that helium escape valve is obnoxious. I guess you could say one has a touch of savant, and the other is savage. I could go on but what’s the point?

[@bkzlatan]

keep saying that for years omega seamaster bracelet is the ugliest bracelet ever made.. plus that escape valve ..make it the ugliest watch ever made at this price range. that omega PO also isnt a nice watch, omega generally arent beautiful at all.... have a tag heur carrera calibre 16 and a longine chronograph also. the tag is so beautiful , i have heard many many compliments through the years for that watch both men and women!

[@alfrede.neuman9082]

@@bkzlatan I guess beauty really is in the eye of the beholder... I own a Planet Ocean and I think it’s jaw dropping... I think of Tag Heuer as making downright tacky and hideous watches for children - not serious watches. The carerra is passable, but I literally hate everything else they make. Go figure.

[@daiwatkins1984]

For the price difference, you're damn right the rolex should be miles better. But from a technical point it isn't. The co-axial is a game changer and the British origin of the design increases my fondness for it. In terms of the escape valve, omega probably wanted to try and distance itself from the usual rolex design. I mean every other diver has the rolex/doxa design. As for whether it's ugly or not, I must be the only one who complains about the absolutely garish ringlock motif on the deepsea, or the war and peace written on the dials, but I'm not allowed to dislike it because it's rolex. So it's purely down to subjective taste. They're both behind the times anyway when seiko can make a case that doesn't require a valve. The way I see it, the rolex does indeed feel higher quality, as it should do given the price difference. But the tech in the PO makes you ask the question as to why the SD is nearly twice the price when really its not twice as good. That's where a bit of badge snobbery comes into play.

[@ZCT808]

Whatever the reason it is a fact that if you bought the SD43 new, you could almost certainly resell it for at least a grand or two more on the secondary market. Conversely, the Omega is likely to lose $2K, the moment you walk out of the store. I suspect too that time would not be kind to the Omega. In 5, 10 or 20 years, the Rolex would probably still be selling for considerably more than they are worth today, whereas this Omega will probably depreciate to a grand or two in that time frame. I mean just look at the GMT Master. New they sell for $8-9K if you can find one in an AD (good luck with that these days). Yet the recently discontinued models are now selling in the $10-$15K range, the hard to find new models like the new Pepsi and new BLNR are selling for $15-$18K. And if you have one of the previous generation five digit GMTs, those can top $20K in good condition, even though they would have cost $6K or so new back in the day. So yeah, you can question the secret sauce all you like, but you cannot deny it exists and is worth considering in a watch purchase.

[@daiwatkins1984]

@@ZCT808 that's where you and me differ. I never purchase a watch based on its resale value. How can that be considered enjoyment? I buy a watch to wear and to keep. My polar explorer 2 is battered to hell because I wear it as intended when I'm out in the mountains trekking etc. Rolex's resale values have virtually 0% do to with their quality. It's all down to having some of the best marketing in the world. They manipulate the market to make a mass produced watch seem excusive. Why anyone would baby one is beyond me and that's part of the problem i have with rolex now. Stick any other badge on their watches and they'd drop on value. It has nothing to do with how good the watch is.

[@gpearce11]

Dai Watkins I agree to all your points. As regards aesthetic views, many like to bash the He valve on the Omega, and I get that (although I actually kind of like it), but I HATE the date cyclops, no matter which Rolex model it’s on, so I think they’re even on detractors. As for the rest of the watch, give me the Omega’s case and dial any day.

[@sgt0331able]

Rolex sea dweller hands down. I just bought one though I will also buy the omega later down the line.

[@Rockthespaceship]

The cyclops must be resisted. Omega it is.