5 Reasons Why OMEGA is BETTER than Rolex

[@lucianofinardi7222]

“Availbility challenge”? I call it disrespect and neglect for consumers. Snobs. Go Omega. Go Seiko. Go IWC. Go Panerai.

[@fredrikengdahl4970]

I hate Rolex AD's!😠😡🤬 I have had several of them(rolex) from my first 16030 to16220, 116710, 124270 and still has a 116610 but it's in the safe and not proud of it. Nowadays I wear with joy Omega,IWC and Cartier.

[@TheLastRealWatchGuy]

Yeah the problem with most watch 'youtubers' is they all have opinions and all those opinions are shit. They simp for Rolex cause of the normie clout so they let a LOT of retarded shit slide. Let Hamilton try that, or Grand Seiko and watch how these idiots would be jumping on the bandwagon to condemn them. Moronic.

[@31hallite]

​@fredrikengdahl4970 if you keep one in the safe you might as well sell it

[@bobjosephs8376]

I own several Vintage Cartier and Omega watches. When I walked in the Cartier boutique very casually dressed with my old Cartier it was like I was invisible. When I was dressed the same wearing a Rolex Daytona I was greated royally. In the Omega boutique I was treated well wearing my old Omega or my newer Daytona. Pitiful but true

[@Jessejesselewis]

I like both brands but I very much prefer Omega. I do really want a 40mm Explorer but other than that I generally prefer Omega’s offerings.

[@marcustahoun]

Both brands have their good and bad points. I would go for the Omega personally.

[@Hard_7_Iron]

I totally agree….when I tried to but my first Rolex, the lack of availability to actually “purchase” a watch turned me off so much, I went across the way and purchased an Omega. I might be “gifted” a Rolex one day by family…but I will NEVER set foot in another Rolex store. The whole availability concept is a deceptive business model. I’ve heard people discuss how they were told no watches, then receive a call hours later to come back to the store… allowing a retailer to decide who’s worthy enough to wear their watch is absolute BS! Mine wasn’t a call but an email the next day. I simply told them I already found the watch I was looking for and moved on….

[@davenordsieck6444]

I am a happy Omega owner, and I’m currently working on purchasing my first Rolex. It is such a love/hate relationship with Rolex trying to acquire their watches - it’s frustrating and really sours the whole experience. But with Omega, they happily sold me a beautiful 60th anniversary Speedmaster with a lovely experience in their boutique. I’ll probably go vintage Rolex because I am so disgusted by their retail experience.

[@watchpapi]

Vintage Rolex are really appealing but it’s a minefield to navigate unless you have an expert at hand to make sure you’re getting what you think you’re getting.

[@davenordsieck6444]

@@watchpapi totally fair point. I work with a dealer I know and trust, but who is not a Rolex AD. In my mind it is worth paying an extra few % points for that level of comfort/confidence.

[@watchpapi]

@@davenordsieck6444 definitely! 👍🏽

[@bradmaytum5309]

This exactly. I started buying nice watches about 4 years ago and my first purchase was a Seamaster. Then I wanted a Rolex GMT, but could not get one and was added to "the list" (wink, wink). Since then I've added 2 Speedmasters, an Aqua Terra, 2 DeVilles for my wife and a Grand Seiko. I would have like to get a Rolex, but they won't take my money!!! The people in my Omega boutique and AD are so nice, know me by name and we have great conversations. That never happened at Rolex. So I'm an Omega fan.

[@jimsteinway695]

Dave if you look for a gold Rolex you can get a new one now and very close to retail. It’s a lot faster process. Example a steel Daytona is almost $40k, but is 16k retail. A gold Daytona is like 32 k retail and you can find them new under $40k. So you end up paying 110-120% instead of 300%

[@RudyVisuals]

I think the availability and hype issues have really taken the sheen off Rolex over the last few years to the point that even though there are so many grail watches from the brand that I'd love to own someday, I'd rather not have to deal with all the AD and waitlist issues especially when I can get a pretty amazing watch from another brand like Omega, Grand Seiko, Brietling etc. Just not worth the hassle for me. Great video!

[@darkoflight4938]

Indeed! The Rolex hubris is a hurdle not worth trying to climb over. Just walk around it and discover other goodies. I hope Omega keeps their shit together.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Gah, I relate to this completely! I don't mind playing the AD game as much ;) but it has pushed me into other brands... In a really good way!

[@fontyyy]

But you can get them, you can buy any model you want right now, no checks, no questions, in fact without saying a word. Click, click, click, wait, wear. You just have to pay the going rate. You might call it the grey market rate, but it's actually just free market rate. It's no good telling me a 126610lv is £9100 MSRP when a; the dealers have none and b; they wouldn't sell me one anyway.

[@goldencalf5144]

On the contrary, these issues have put even more sheen on Rolex and made them even more desirable.

[@shepleonard8695]

​@Golden Calf Not really. I know alot or hardcore Rolex collectors that have turned their backs on Rolex. Most of the watch community feels the same. All the hype for Rolex is coming from outside the watch community.

[@shepleonard8695]

I completely agree. Omega and Breitling are just crushing it lately. I've seen more and more Omega and Breitling at watch meet-ups and in public in general.

[@moeszyslak7304]

What's your favourite breitling ?

[@shepleonard8695]

​@@moeszyslak7304 That's tough.... Superocean A17366D81C1A1 OR AVI REF. 765 1964 RE-EDITION AB09451A1B1X1

[@mikelewis2456]

Great call Britt everything you said couldn’t agree more. Omega is the go to brand especially pricing and movement. Love that most their watches show their open back movements 👍

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Right?! We are two peas in a pod! ^_^

[@dannysimenauer5745]

Well said Britt! Since Rolex would not sell to me 5 years ago, I have added 4 Omega watches and several other brands to my collection. You brought up 5 great points on why owning an Omega is a better experience. The one point I would add is that Rolex is NOT exclusive! Rolex makes over 1 million watches per year, with more to come on the market via the CPO program. So does a collector want to own a watch that is not rare, and knowing you paid over retail for it?

[@elefantrising]

Yes most people would rather own a Rolex over retail.

[@dannysimenauer5745]

@@elefantrising If your supposition is true then Rolex should double or triple its retail prices. I am not bashing Rolex, but the buying experience has much to be desired for a watch that is not really rare at all. Plus every buyer is free to buy the watch they truly want.

[@elefantrising]

@@dannysimenauer5745 Rolex has double and tripled in retail price and in the secondary market more so then any other brand. Regardless of what is better you can not argue with that I happen to think that GS wipes the floor as far as innovation goes but at the end of the day people still pick Rolex simple as that.

[@dannysimenauer5745]

@@elefantrising Can’t argue with Rolex’s success. Hoping that rolling out the CPO program and Rolex increasing its production improves the buying experience at the AD.

[@thegraciefighter102]

Many of same arguments can now be said of omega who play the scarcity game. They are both high volume watch makers with nothing inherently special about the watches themselves

[@LanguagesWithAndrew]

Agreed and I'll add another big reason: size and variety of their collection. You have so many more options with Omega than you do with Rolex, and if you narrow the Rolex and Omega offerings down to what you can actually get in a reasonable amount of time (we'll define that as "oh about a month"), then it gets even worse for Rolex as the only Omega that can't be had in a reasonable amount of time right now is the Silver Snoopy, whereas for Rolex it's a ton of their models.

[@hatchegg80]

i didn't used to dislike rolex 15years ago but there are so many flippers and people who don't know watches buying, flipping, wearing rolexes these days, I just don't want to be associated with the brand

[@TheBimmer74]

I jumped into the hobby of horology in the last 24 months and after buying about 30 watches with various movement types and designs, and learning everything I could about movements, I finally decided that my grail was to be the Omega Seamaster 300. I called an Omega AD and had it delivered to me in 2 business says. Try doing that with Rolex. So your top 5 reasons why Omega is superior is spot on Britt!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Bahaha you actually could not do that with Rolex! You'd get laughed off of the phone haha. Availability is so major! And biggest congrats EVER on owning your grail!!! The Seamaster 300 is just fantastic!!!

[@TheBimmer74]

@@BrittPearceWatches thanks! I got the 300 M with the blue dial. It brings out the Bond in me lol

[@TheBimmer74]

@@Breca thanks! I just subscribed!

[@SequoiaNagamatsu]

@@BrittPearceWatches When I was buying my Grand Seiko at the AD, I saw a naive couple walk in and ask for a Rolex . . . they left about two seconds later haha.

[@lead-dog]

@@TheBimmer74 the orginal and real james bond of the ian flemming novels wore a rolex submariner. just fyi.

[@HVRIS]

Exactly why I went with Omega, “not the obvious choice”🎉

[@ozza4496]

An Aqua Terra with a Speedmaster's bracelet would be *chef's kiss*.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Ouuu HOT TAKE! I could dig it!

[@garyadels1]

Exactly the reason I put an Uncle Seiko 1035 flat link on my 2022 Aqua Terra, as the band is just like the one off a 1969 Speedy. So fine and elegant, and SO SMOOTH!

[@atthelord]

I’ve been collecting for about 10 years and have loved my older sea masters. Having said that, Omega currently has the same problem as GS used to have 2 years ago- current line up is too big and too thick. GS got the memo and have been releasing tons of smaller, thinner, prettier watches (without dial facing power reserves). Omega on the other hand.. got the memo and threw it out the window and made their watches bigger, thicker and of all things.. harder to get- think Green SMP, snoopy, coloured Aqua Terras, even precious metal soeedmasters.

[@matthewkang]

I recently held in hand an Omega Tourbillion numbered edition and it was stunning. I'm surprised Omega would go through the exercise of making someone at this level but the piece was apparently in high demand. My experience with this level of watchmaking is limited but it was a truly beautiful timepiece. I think Omega flexes with pieces like this to show that it's more for true watch fans than those who want jewelry on this wrist.

[@watchpapi]

Their pricing is frankly ridiculous though.

[@ryangochuico]

Agree with you with reasons 2 to 5, but i am a bit reserved on reason 1. Yes co-axial is innovative but in terms of timekeeping accuracy my rolex 3135 movement is keeping +0.5 seconds per day while my omega 8800 movement is at +5 seconds per day. I test them dial up overnight after a day of wearing on the wrist. These numbers are consistent over multiple testings. *Of course my sample size is 1 watch each so im sure results would vary*, but on their websites rolex quotes their accuracy at +/-2 seconds per day versus omega's +0-5 seconds per day. So even the companies themselves confirm rolex has the superior accuracy. I guess this only really matters if timekeeping (on a watch😂) is a big deal for you. Just my thoughts. To help your algorhythm😊

[@TruthProphet2045]

I have an excellent relationship with my ad. Bought just about every stainless model rolex offers including a steel Daytona. But the thing that frustrates me the most about rolex is when you try to celebrate an anniversary/promotion on a whim, the ad doesn’t have anything to sell. So you have to wait 3-6 months for the call and by then the excitement of the celebration has come and gone. It’s a big let down for the brand that is supposed to symbolize a milestone.

[@watchpapi]

True! But I’ve just learned to plan ahead (where possible) and let them know what’s coming up!

[@ulrichschnier307]

If it was only "3-6 months" ...^^ I asked my AD for a simple steel Datejust celebrating my 50th Birthday ... come January I'll be turning 52. In the June of 22 I was promoted to full Colonel and asked my AD for a bicolor Yachtmaster celebrating that milestone. STILL waiting for a call or an e-mail ... calling that a let down is a "mild understatement" ... 😕

[@nickhannam103]

My grail watch from 12 yrs old was a Rolex. I finally bought one in 2005, a Black GMT 16710. I was immediately a little disappointed with the bracelet build (cheap) compared to my Tags and the fact that it wasn't actually as accurate as the hype. Also, the lume was not even as good as my Seiko's. In the meantime, my wife bought me a 1950 Bumper Omega and I loved it. Always wanted a newer one. Ended up in hospital for a while and was reading that due to the fact Rolexes had shot up in value people were being mugged all over the place for them. I realised I wasn't wearing the GMT anywhere near as much as I used to so sold it. Put £2k in the savings and bought myself a Planet Ocean the 002 with orange highlights. Could not be happier! So far absolutely astonishingly accurate, better looking and feels much better made. I wear it with pride and admiration.

[@M_MTsc]

I own both. And in my opinion Omega is better in all aspects even if you ignore the price. Rolex makes amazing watches no doubt but it’s become more about the brand being perceived as status symbols amongst non enthusiasts that make them so popular and expensive.

[@M_MTsc]

As a sideline, GS is also better than Rolex.

[@AFK-47x]

For me, although I own a Rolex, the technology difference between Rolex and Omega is as objective of a reason as you can get to say Omega is better. That said, consumers tend not to buy things like luxury objects logically, as no one needs a $5, 000 and up watch. We buy luxury items emotionally and then rationalize our purchase after the fact. For that reason alone, Rolex will always have the prestige, leaving Omega to play catch up.

[@rayleeaustralia]

💯

[@jamesblonde2271]

@Paul Martin I don't doubt myself that Omega is the more forward facing brand and "better" but the Rolex is like the Maybach vs a Rolls, I know which is a better car and I know which one I actually want (more)

[@lost5587]

​@SaintWill rolex snob

[@kbarnbrook4993]

​​@SaintWill So is the new sub movement METAS cert? COSC I believe, so really you should compare like for like, Rolex Sub with Omega 300, for accuracy, the sub wouldn't do so well.

[@antoinemozart243]

Always ? This word doesn't exist in watchmaking !

[@brandontran4180]

Why I like OMEGA is for the same reasons as you Britt. I also wanted to add the history as another reason why I prefer OMEGA over Rolex. Don't get me wrong, Rolex has very rich heritage (The Oyster Perpetual movement, one of the first watches to introduce a water resistant case, the date wheel on the Datejust, the Explorer story, the Submariner and Milsub, the GMT Master for Pan Am Airlines, the Milgauss and the James Bond connection). However, I find OMEGA's heritage to be far more impressive (The Marine being one of the earliest concepts of a dive watch, OMEGA's involvement during World War II, the Speedmaster's stories during the Apollo missions, the Milspec Seamaster for the M.O.D. during the 1960s to the 1970s, the James Bond connection, the creation of the Co-Axial escapement, the METAs certification, high horology complications, the Planet Ocean Ultra Deep record, etc.)

[@fontyyy]

The "Bond connection"? They pay to be in the films. James Bond wears a Rolex in the original books. Ian Flemming (as in Ian Flemming's James Bond that's in the credits at the start of every film) wore a Rolex.

[@brandontran4180]

@@fontyyy That's incorrect. OMEGA was chosen by Lindy Hemming in Goldeneye because she remembered her father in the Royal Navy and saw men in that branch wearing OMEGA. The Seamaster Professional she chose was from OMEGA's catalogue at the time. OMEGA did not pay Hemming at all. The Bond connection started off genuine. Sure, OMEGA feels like product placement now but it didn't start off that way. Bond wore Rolex in the past is because Fleming chose it due to him wearing the Explorer as a Naval Intelligence Officer. Connery through Dalton wore Rolex because that was the watch worn by British M.O.D. personnel during that time. Both Rolex and OMEGA earned their place as the Bond watch and there's nothing wrong with that

[@fontyyy]

@@brandontran4180 three words "NATO strap Seamaster", that is little more than a bad fake of the Rolex Sean Connery wore.

[@brandontran4180]

@@fontyyy Connery didn't wear a NATO strap. He wore an RAF strap. NATOs were not invented until 1973. RAF straps were a single piece while NATOs are looped over by metal keepers. So the Seamaster NATO is an inspiration rather than a copy

[@fontyyy]

@@brandontran4180 brilliant, so just like a Pagani Design PD-1694 is "inspired" by the Submariner.

[@ryanlindy3710]

For me, I grew up in love with the Submariner. I purchased one 3 years ago at the age of 30. I sold it about 6 weeks later and picked up a beautiful MORE HUMBLE, Blue on blue SMP300. I then went on to purchase a Orange bezel, white dial Planet Ocean.... both acquired for slightly less than I sold the Sub. Rolex is phenomenal... but for me, I don't want to draw that much attention to myself. Out of 3 years and many interactions with people while wearing either watch, one two people have spotted that I am wearing an Omega. I like being under the radar with such a beautiful watch brand. I still really like Rolex tho.

[@egutzait]

I lean more towards Rolex, but ultimately I'm just a fan of watches in general. I have models from a plethora of brands that I have in my hunt, some are Rolex, I have just added some other brands into my collection and I absolutely love them. I just go after what I like. I think the value retention element of the hobby being made more prominent over the last few years has really soured a lot of it. I understand it, but so many fantastic watches get overlooked because they don't sell for more on the secondary market, Omega gets swept up in that. That being said the modern constellation (not the Globemaster) is godawful and needs a refresh.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

I relate to all of this!!

[@simonyu8838]

Much as I respect Omega's movement tech, it seems to have the side effect of making many of their watches big and thick and that's put me off from many of them. When I first got into this hobby/habit, I salivated over a lot of Omega's catalogue but now that I'm in a position to afford some of them if I budget properly I can't find anything I can justify the money for given it literally won't fit as well as various offerings from Grand Seiko, Cartier, etc. I'm glad they do what they do but I've resigned myself to their offerings being for other people for now.

[@secretfornow8895]

I would have agreed until I tried on the 38mm and older 38.5mm aqua tetras - they fit great on smaller wrists. They have a compact planet ocean as well. Wish they would do the same with the 300 and the constellation.

[@yamiii1776]

Buy them all!

[@ImagePlay1]

I have my late uncles 1969 Omega Geneve Dynamic. That started me with Omega. I now have two Speedmasters and a white Seamaster 300. To me, they are perfectly engineered and (relatively) fantastic value for money. I feel pride whenever I wear any of them, and that’s every day!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Oh I loved this entire comment!!

[@patrickjean-philippe7679]

I have a few watches including Cartier Santos, IWC Ceramic Doppelchronograph, JLC Memovox Tribute to Polaris, etc… and the Omega Seamaster in titanium with brown dial which was my last acquisition. It’s co-axial calibre’s timekeeping performance is so superlative it’s mind blowing 😳 I was contemplating buying the Rolex Yachtmaster in titanium but I am wondering about the 32XX calibres long term reliability given that there are several reports indicating problems…

[@elrockerchido]

the no time to die bond watch?? man that is for me the most beautiful Diver ive seen in ages

[@patrickjean-philippe7679]

Yes, it is the No Time To Die Seamaster. I have the Milanese and the NATO, it is a fantastic watch 😊 👍🏽

[@Furniture121]

I don't own a watch from either brand, but if I was going to buy from one of them it would be an Omega. I think the Globemaster is a much nicer watch than anything similar Rolex makes, and the Speedy '57 is a much nicer looking chronograph than the Daytona.

[@cos-9113]

I think you have to re-consider number one. The co-axial escapement may be cool, but it cannot be said to be better than Rolex’s mechanisms (or a huge number of other manufacturers). Rolex movements are more accurate and precise, have as good. or better run times, and as good service intervals as Omega’s and from an engineering point of view they fit much better into more wearable watches (Omega’s watches all wear rather thick). But think you left out another reason, the quality and finish of Omega is superior to Rolex, not that Rolex is bad, but Omega is better. They have more complex shapes and more interesting blends of polish and brushing. Omega can brilliantly polish Titanium, which Rolex hasn’t managed to do yet as well as make cases of ceramic. Not sure on number 2 either, given that Omega has sister companies Brueget, Blancpain, and Glashutte Original to help with high horology design and finishing. But at least Omega has high horology items on offer, Rolex doesn’t.

[@rayleeaustralia]

I think what sets Rolex apart is that they don’t have so many gimmicky variants. Now they’ve just started with the RLX, would be interesting to see where it leads to

[@LarrySealeArcheryCoach]

"Rolex more accurate.." ... not in my personal experience. Omega Planet Ocean keeps perfect time for 12 years now. 3 Rolexs not so much 🎉. All beautiful though.

[@markhunstein1320]

I really think Rolex still largely has Omega beat on bracelets and clasps, and that imo is a massive oversight by omega for us bracelet people Shout out to the new speedmaster bracelet and especially new clasp though, that's the exception to the rule imo

[@garyboyle695]

That's because Omega sees their watches as tool watches and not a luxury item.

[@chuckgladfelter]

I agree. My Tudor has a nicer and more comfortable bracelet by far than my Seamaster 300M. I just wish it had a quick adjust.

[@993mike]

You’re right on a lot of Omega bracelets. They seem to pair up overly fussy bracelets on a dive / sports watch, like with the Seamaster 300. Look at Rolex - keep the bracelets rugged and simple and let the watch be the star

[@mtbkmaniac1]

It was definitely the coaxial and metas certification that I liked. My Railmaster keeps plus 2 seconds a day and was available at a big discount from Jomashop.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

BOOM BOOM! Happy days!

[@ams914]

If you have a good watch AD near you, you should consider them. I found a place and they give me better prices than gray market. That's why I go to them. Also, Jomashop just sucks. One day, you'll send them your money only to realize they lied to you, don't have the watch in stock, and are looking for it and won't give you your money back. That happened to me and they delayed my order for three months. Never again.

[@dannysimenauer5745]

@@ams914 I would feel disappointed too; especially, if Joma did not communicate with you frequently about when you will really get the watch. I have ordered 3 watches from Joma and had a very good experience, so I have no problem ordering again if their price is the best. Joma charges sales tax so their price is not always as competitive.

[@mtbkmaniac1]

@@ams914 it was a price too good to pass up. I have done business with my AD here in San Diego. They did match offers before, but it was 35% off retail with a 4 year warranty. Hopefully it all goes well. I've had it a month. Thx for the information. Sorry about your experience.

[@ams914]

@@dannysimenauer5745 You will be fine MOST of the time. The business practice to me, is just unacceptable. So they don't get my business anymore.

[@paulj8803]

I prefer Rolex designs, however i just cant seem to find the right sized Rolex for my wrist (6.25 inch). The 38/39mm area is my sweet spot. Omega have plenty of options in this range and now im a happy owner of a 39.5mm Planet Ocean. Thanks Omega :)

[@neilmartin7776]

I think Rolex are so popular because they just understand how to make a good watch. What I mean is, they're simple, classic designs - ask anyone to draw a picture of a watch and chances are, it'll look like a Rolex. That being said, I'm an Omega fan through and through. Their case designs are more interesting, and elegant (those beautiful lyre lugs), and the movements are, in my opinion, second to none. My only gripe is I just wish they could make them thinner. Another advantage of Omega that you missed is choice. On the flip side, it bloats the catalogue - but what it offers is a multitude of dial, case, strap and complication variants for pretty much each watch. The Seamaster, for example, can be had on rubber strap or steel bracelet; in several different dial colours; as a standard 3 hander or chronograph; as a modern variant, or a retro style (300m or 300); in steel, precious metals, titanium, ceramic, or a combination. That's pretty impressive.

[@stuartheyburn8741]

I see a Rolex, I think is it fake? I see an Omega and I think, nice watch. For that reason alone Omega wins hands down.👍

[@rafaeloliva6425]

And why what you think matters to Rolex owners?

[@robinrobinho4240]

⁠@@rafaeloliva6425cos such are people. Some are, some are not.

[@rafaeloliva6425]

@stuartheyburn8741 'You see a Rolex and you think they are fake'. What a moronic rational for not buying a watch Do you realize why you sont see 'fake" Omegas? That's because no one would bother to make a fake Omega. OMEGA is the brand the AD tries to sell you, when there is no Rolex available. As a Rolex collector, please keep wearing yout clumsy designed Omega "hands down. " LMAO

[@joemyers9893]

I love my Seamaster,absolutely stunning watch,beautiful movement

[@BrittPearceWatches]

What a watch! Bug congrats on owning such a fabulous piece!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

** BIG congrats! Not bug! 😅🤦🏻‍♀️

[@vincenzolandino]

The answer is yes yes and yes. Omega >

[@MA89.]

Great clip Britt. I’ve recently picked up a seamaster (2019)on rubber, replacing my BB58. You can get a real bargain under retail now. The quality and finish is leaps above Tudor and right up there with Rolex.

[@anthonyash7520]

Thanks for making this video, couldn't agree more and thank you for putting the Co - Axial escapement first, in my view it doesn't get enough credit, I've had my Seamaster 300 professional for seven years and it hasn't missed a beat. Keep up the good work!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

You know, I wasn't sure where to put it. In my first draft it was in the middle, then I moved it to the end; but like you said - it doesn't get enough credit for how major it is! I was just scared geeking out over the escapement as #1 might be a bit intimidating for someone who is newer to watches ^_^ haha, but I feel good about the way I ordered this ;)

[@cosmodoc]

I prefer Omega’s prices, looks and technology and although I have just ordered a purple dial OP, this will be the only Rolex I will own, as the others don’t inspire me design wise.

[@cecaju9516]

I cross shopped an OP41 silver and the new AT38 silver and put my name onto the wait list for both and got the call from Rolex first.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Whaaaaat! Noooo way! There is soemthing going on with those new ATs

[@spark7516]

I respect the Rolex lovers, but I likely will never own one for all the reasons you mention. I just cancelled my Rolex intent for an Explorer I, and bought the Seamaster AT black lacquer dial. So happy I did.

[@WornDownCrown]

I think there are things that both brands just nail individually. Omega can create beautiful designs around truly technologically advanced movements. Rolex can take one or two designs and change them subtly but in such a way that it causes frenzies in the watch community. I honestly love both brands and find it hard to say one is better than the other when each has great merit.

[@glenbuyer8738]

One creates substance the other hype. Your words

[@wowsuchname1939]

Buying my first speedmaster in the next few months hopefully, have dreamed of owning one for years and I’m finally at a point In life I can justify it. I cannot wait.

[@leegarside8055]

Forget the watches, Rolex packaging annoys me, it’s terrible for the cost. Tradition is no excuse for the shabby green box effort. It’s lazy compared with the highly polished wood and inner material finishes of the Omega brand.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

💀 you know! WE DONT TALK ABOUT THIS ENOUGH! You’re so right!

[@desconnor4670]

I have an omega seamaster, that's because I am an alpha omega and I have a gigantic ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,brain 😂

[@TheJr1959]

Totally agree.. I have 2 Rolexes but I only wear my seamaster aquaterra!!!

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

You nailed it Britt. Omega is the better choice in every measurable parameter but Rolex still is the one. For me personally I love a simple clean design ie Datejust smooth bezel silver dial on a Oyster bracelet vintage please. I love the charm of acrylic and the thinner vintage cheap feeling bracelets and clasp, at about $5000 a relative bargain

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Canadian Watch Monkey is HERE!

[@Plan-C]

G Shock ftw. Bulletproof. Atomic Accuracy Multiband 6 Tough solar. 200m (+++) water resist. £80. God tier watch.

[@TheGcbailey]

As a professional diver hoping to get my first mechanical dive watch to celebrate a milestone, I really like everything Omega does, but having had my hands on the sea master 300, the action on the bezel just won't do. I really wish they would come out with a new dive watch that has an easier bezel to grip.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Now this is really interesting insight coming from a pro diver!!! :O Thank you so much for this. So.... do you think you will get a Rolex then?! What do you think to the Pelagos?!

[@watchpapi]

The ploprof is pretty grippy, has a lockable bezel and shark proof bracelet 🦈 Surprisingly wearable too.

[@TheGcbailey]

@@BrittPearceWatches oh no. Even if I had the cash I don't think I would get the Rolex. And the handsets on Tudor don't do it for me aesthetically. I will probably scale back even further and go either Doxa, Squale, or Marathon.

[@TheGcbailey]

@@watchpapi yeah, the ploprof starts really getting out of my price range and I have really small wrists, 6.25. I'm definitely function first, and these are cool, but might look like I'm wearing a wall clock on my wrist haha.

[@watchpapi]

@@TheGcbailey the Doxa offerings are really cool.

[@ilmostro16]

What Rolex is super great at, better than Omega and the rest, is MARKETING. Look at Wimbledon, look at Formula 1, all Rolex ads everywhere. And these are sports that happen every year, or like with F1, many times a year, unlike the Olympics which people only care about every 2 or 4 years. Those Rolex sponsored sports also attract more higher income people in general. Rolex is genius at creating the allure and image that makes them what they are today, but Omega absolutely makes better watches. Love your channel Brit, great to see you healed up!

[@ALL-il1sw]

Yep, Omega marketing department is incompetent

[@deltropico7]

It is arguable Omega make better watches from a technical perspective. They do have major design flaws (non tapering bracelets, ugly clasps, etc). The SMs He valve is an eyesore, the skeleton hands can make reading time less optimal and the bezel design is not as easy to operate w wet hands. Rolex make better, more elegantly designed watches.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

YUPPP!!! And this is exactly why I keep finding myself back at the Rolex counter….. well… on the waiting list 😅

[@jehru2800]

I agree. The SM 300 bracelet is absolutely hideous. That's why I opt for the rubber strap

[@philmanson2991]

Bought my 3861 sapphire Speedy in 2022 and have never regretted looked back!

[@piotrkaczmarczyk1792]

I agree, Omega is a good taste.

[@Mega-zi7ys]

Correct. Rolex is loud.

[@BobLorrimer]

My Rolex AD has read my mind and I received 'the call' this week. From now on, if I do continue along this watch collecting road - It will have to be one in and one out - quite frankly, I have no need of a power reserve at all!

[@apm9475]

Loved the animations 😄 just don't give up your day job ❤️

[@BrittPearceWatches]

LOLLLL ;) are you saying.... They weren't... Very... Good?! ;)

[@TheSardinetin]

I do find Omega's pricing strategy on some of their models very bizarre. I'm currently researching for a "big birthday" present later in the year. Ultimately I think I want a "luxury GADA" so I've looked at Oyster Perpetual and Aqua Terra.The 34mm AT is vastly more expensive than an equivalent OP (availability issues aside) or even a 31mm Datejust. It's also more expensive than the watch I actually fell in love with at the Omega boutique (the 38mm Speedmaster) and the Seamaster, which both feel like they "should" be more expensive as more technical etc.

[@kokhui32liau88]

8900 movement is technically better than a 8800 n 3330. That why a AT cost more than a SMP n auto speedy. As for a OP, u cannot get 1 at RSP so why compare? N for that reason I believe the AT are price close to a OP to "snatch all the OP wannabe"

[@notenoughtime7274]

Very balanced and objective video. I do own watches from both brands. For me, Rolex has perfected overall product design (case/bracelet/dial/dimensions) and luxury brand image so wins on an emotional level in terms of how it makes you feel. With, Omega I appreciate the quality of engineering and value, I think Omega has some great watches that are more obtainable....but you do need to sift through a more unwieldy array of choices to find the real gems. I wish Omega would 1/ focus more on external product design as much as they do on movements, and in particular perfect their bracelets, and 2/ Simplify their ranges and options. I think the two combined would elevate the brand more as currently Omega is competing more with Tudor, than Rolex.

[@Mega-zi7ys]

Tudor is being pushed and hyped by rolex pr machine. They cannot compete with omega on movements alone.

[@RobZullo-ni6mp]

I've owned an SMP for a few years now and I love it. Recently got a promotion at work and I thought...yes, now is the time to buy that datejust 41 that I've had my eye on....but the joke was on me. Just as your video explains, I went into an AD just to be told that there were 0 available and they didn't even know when they'd be getting any in. What a disappointment. I had no idea Rolex played these supply limiting games to increase demand. Complete turn off from the brand. I turned right around and purchased a moonwatch. Couldn't be happier. Omega FTW.

[@a004]

Meh I'd still take a Rolex over an Omega anyday

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Me too ;)

[@dotover9013]

Ok. I am over Rolex.

[@tdbn4599]

Lubricating the pallet fork is a pain in the ass. So I could understand why George Daniels invented the co-axial escapement.

[@thegraciefighter102]

Both brands have good and bad points. My gripes with omega are fleecing people for overpriced bond watches, playing the same scarcity game as Rolex with on demand models and the ridiculous situation with the moonswatch. They make amazing movements but I don’t consider them a luxury brand. Like many my first proper watch was the omega

[@user-cm3wd5hk1p]

I have been eye balling the hulk since it debuted but now I’ll never get one. I like the Cermit just as much but again-hard to get. But the watch that I first saw that I fell in love with was the Planet Ocean 2500 Liquid Metal special edition. So PO still has a special place in my heart but I’d like to see a thinner revision, maybe in Omega Steel? I also really like Zenith, Grand Seiko, and a couple others that don’t seem to get as much love. I honestly feel like there are multiple channels on KZbin that seem to get unreasonably popular and all they talk about is Tudor and Rolex. AND THERE IS SO MUCH MORE OUT THERE!

[@donulldh4785]

Britt! Funny an Omega video comes out, as I have been shopping for one. I agree that for availability, price, and reference choices, Omega is beating the pants off Rolex. Tudor was competing, but now they seem to be copying the Rolex sales model too. When you can walk into a Omega AD and they have 20-30 watches, that you can actually buy, it says alot about the brand. Also the older sword hand Omegas (like the 2254.50) are really in my head now!! Long Live the Cult(s)!!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

DON H! In the house! 💕💕✨✨ haha you know… we are the same! We have the exact same buying habits! I am seriously looking into buying an omega this year! 😱 39mm PO! As for Tudor! If you can get over to Bristol 😜, Bristol goldsmiths have a P39 and the new GMT white dial for sale! 😱 no waiting list! Just sat there waiting to be bought! LONG LIVE THE CULT(S)

[@clayrowden3916]

I enjoyed this post and agreed with your reasons. I love both brands, and for similar reasons to yours'. I recently bought a Speedmaster Moonwatch. A watch I have wanted since I was a kid back in the 70s. I am also on a Rolex "waiting list" with the local AD. Almost 2 years for a GMT II. If they call, I will likely walk away bc the Rolex hype and availability and grey market BS has completely spoiled my desire to own one.

[@TrumanBurbankFE]

Silicon of Omega can't be regulated until they put Spirate in all their movements. Rolex is more accurate. The Omega bracelet is made in China and assembled in Switzerland ( allegedly). Rolex has their own foundry. In the end you'll always want a Rolex, although Omega has lots of desirable models.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

I mean! I can't disagree with anything here

[@ALL-il1sw]

Bro, you're just reciting everything from the fanboy echo chamber, you're a marketing departments wet dream

[@pac1fic055]

Very happy with my Seamaster Planet Ocean. So solid, accurate and a pleasure to behold seven years after I bought it.

[@maitrehg]

My favorite 👍

[@moneymikz]

Omega impresses horophiles, Rolly impresses everyone

[@billcore6295]

Sadly the ignorant love Rolex just the name, and don’t understand they are buying an overhyped and overpriced watch

[@zetmoon]

Rolex especially impresses people who know nothing about watches and it’s mainly the prices that impress them.

[@zetmoon]

@@mrparkx2 I like some of their designs too but even the retail prices are not justified.

[@hugohernandez3651]

So what about people who love and own both? 🤔.

[@DavidWilliams-zn2nc]

@@billcore6295 you may have a point…… apart from the fact your omega dropped 20% when you walked through the ad’s door whilst your rolex increased by 30% . The facts remain the same! 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Phal26]

First video from your channel I've watched and got to say really loved it. Informative, engaging, great bits of humour weaved throughout, relaxed, non pretentious, slick editing. Wouldn't say I'm necessarily new to watches but definitely a lot to learn still and this was both entertaining and helpful to build my knowledge as I slip further down the rabbit hole of watch enthusiasm. Liked and subscribed. Look forward to the next one. Cheers, Nathaniel.

[@m.e.p.r]

I think we all have to move on from the Omega vs Rolex BS now. They play at different ends of the sandbox and are going after different things. A better comparison is Omega vs Tudor, thats a more realistic comparison.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Ahhh I see what you’re saying… BUT… there’s sometjing so fun about comparing omega and Rolex! IDK, I really feel like omega is in a higher realm than Tudor 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@m.e.p.r]

@@BrittPearceWatches oh this wasn't a pop at your video 🤗 I can see the fun in it. I think the Rolex focus is more and more on precious metals and much higher price tags. Tudor is kind of back filling the tool watch space. Omega is a bit of a mix of both, which I'm not sure really works for them in the same way. I wonder what an Omega sub brand might look like?

[@ALL-il1sw]

And Rolex v Hublot😂😂😂

[@angelikaeder6391]

Team Omega all the way! I inherited a lovely 60s Seamaster DeVille and treated myself to a blue dialed Aquaterra which is insanely beautiful in an understated way. And precise. And sturdy. I'm also in the Grand Seiko cult, lol. If Rolex then only a vintage one.

[@motorcity3339]

AGREE! My AD has a high inventory of Omega (was lucky enough to purchase the Seamaster 300 in Seaweed Green). I do own a Datejust II and a Submariner, but those were bought in 2012 and 2017 when they were readily available. Now my AD has to put you on waiting list to even have a chance to buy anything. Rolex will always be king, but if you want a great looking watch with a superior movement and fair pricing, Omega hands down.

[@jh-il5sb]

I love Rolex as well, but I just sourced a limited edition liquid metal PO. Although this is an older model, it is simply amazing. I must say I agree with you that their technological advances are great, but their older models are designed better

[@h111551]

I think you nailed it. I have had both Rolex and Omega watches and I much prefer Omega. The diversity of the Omega catalogue as contrasted to the more narrow focus of the Rolex catalogue is a clincher for me. My two Omegas have been a Mark II Speedmaster and a Ploprof. My two Rolexes have been an OP Date Just and a Yacht-Master I. I have found a much greater level of engagement with my Omegas. My next Omega grail is the Bullhead Seamaster which is the kind of idiosyncratic reference that does not exist in the Rolex catalogue and never will. The difference between Omega and Rolex is summed up by one fact: Rolex turned away George Daniels, perhaps the greatest horological thinker of the twentieth century, when Daniels approached Rolex with his coaxial escapement. By way of contrast, when George Daniels approached Omega, Omega entered into an agreement with Daniels and brought the coaxial escapement into production.

[@SilentCanary]

My buddy graduated from pharma school last semester and around November we went to a Rolex AD and they just flat out were rude the entire time. I told him to wait, he did and dove into more research. He ended up snagging a Aqua terra for a good price and had enough to get an entry GS! He’s super happy and killing it at his entry job!

[@watchpapi]

Congratulations to your buddy 💪🏽 good to hear about people smashing their goals.

[@YippeeKiYayMrFalcon]

I see a 5 reasons Rolex is better than Omega video coming out next 👀

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Bahaha, I genuinely did not have that in the idea book..... BUT NOW I AM DOING IT ;)

[@songoku-jx3cb]

1) its a rolex 2) its a rolex 3) its a rolex 4) its a rolex 5) its a rolex

[@jmemphisTX]

@@songoku-jx3cb that’s literally the only reason 😅

[@songoku-jx3cb]

@@jmemphisTX yes its the only reason because omega is better in every other way

[@ALL-il1sw]

Better Marketing More desirable Strong value retention More recognisable design I'll wait to see what the 5th is

[@rmthull]

I've been Omega all my life. Both my parents had one each and I have my dad's old 1968 Geneve, sadly I have lost my mum's Omega. I don't even know what it was, all I remember is it was smallish and gold. And from the late 60s. I recently bought myself a Moonwatch, it's my daily watch and I bought it for reaching a milestone in my financial life. When I look at it, it reminds me of what I have achieved and also it reminds me not to be stupid and to keep moving forward. I love Omega, it's a brand that I feel I have grown up with thanks to my parents' watches. But all respect to Rolex too.

[@lecruset]

I'm on my second Rolex and really want a third but I'm kind of put off by the brand and the AD/grey market purchasing process. I know Omega is a quality manufacturer, but the style of Rolex watches really appeals to me. For instance, I was in the market for a 40 Datejust. I looked at Omega Aqua Terra and a few others as alternatives, but the style just doesn't appeal to me.

[@colincelso9428]

Great vid as always however on the subjects of availability and hype can I point you towards the omega silver snoopy. 🤷🏻‍♂️ and in a lesser way the green smp 300. Both are hyped and not readily available.

[@robpelletier2103]

I’ve been a fan of Omega for quite some time. My issue with the Rolex began with their empty AD’s and became even stronger with the announcement of their certified pre-owned program. Making profit two times off of the same watch. To me that’s a sign of greed that adds nothing to the watch collecting community.

[@Boxmediaphile]

my first watch was the white SMP 300 got both bracelet and rubber strap and absolutely love it, it is my everyday watch and looking to get a datejust or aquaterra for a dressier watch in the future

[@josips4281]

Ummm it's debatable if it's better then Tudor (spoiler warning: it's not). Let's not even go into Rolex territory.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

BAHAAHA, oh now THIS is contentious! ;) Strong thoughts here!

[@zsb707]

You mean Tudor, the homage brand, poor man's Rolex? 😊 Kidding, they've come a long way.

[@overdraftracing]

my first watch was an Omega (coupla hundred years ago) so I’ve got a soft spot for the brand, however I really don’t like a date complication and the current Omega catalog just doesn’t offer much that doesn’t come without one.

[@seattlegrrlie]

I think Rolex left Omega in the dust ages ago. There is a reason they've become more expensive, more exclusive. The bracelets, the quality workmanship, the materials used, the concise and thoughtful offering, and the perfect proportion. Omega be like heres a hundred offerings for the speedmaster. Rolex be it comes in steel, gold or platinum.

[@althere1967]

It’s not boring at all. I wish KZbinrs would talk about movements more, and not just how the watch wears etc.

[@cecaju9516]

Why not just talk about the virtues of Omega without having to compare to Rolex? Can’t Omega just stand on its own merits or are they just a Rolex alternative?

[@watchpapi]

Pretty much.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Oh they absolutely do!

[@cecaju9516]

It’s not just you. Every Omega video compares it to Rolex and rarely does a Rolex video compare it to Omega.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

@@cecaju9516 UNTRUE! You should watch my entire video dedicated to the evolution of the Speedmaster. ;) But I've got it in the logs for a video titled "5 Reasons why Rolex is Better than Omega" ;)

[@cecaju9516]

Maybe I’m being hyperbolic, but you get my point.

[@saneepeopleonly]

I’m an Omega fan and have several in my collection. But bought a sub and datejust 41 just to get it out of my system (i.e. the envy factor). I don’t wear them outside because of the hype. Makes me feel self conscious. My Seikos and Casios are my daily go-to.

[@seaweed719]

Doesn’t matter if omega is horologically 100x better than Rolex and offers a better price, as long as Rolex is the more “recognized brand”, Rolex fanboys/girls are still willing to pay way above msrp for the watch 😂

[@BrittPearceWatches]

It's toooo true

[@zsb707]

Many of them are not Rolex fanboys/fangirls, they're just status seekers.

[@VmanStudioz]

Brit - Although Omega likely does have superior movements, Omega has taken a chapter from Rolex. They have reserved newer watches and desired timepieces for boutique only now. Omega wants to push less desirable timepieces for their Ed Whites, Snoopy’s, The 60th Bond watch, heck - even a green dial Seamaster. You can’t get anything from Omega anymore. Omega’s behavior is as disgusting as Rolex now. They both bite!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

You are sooo right here!

[@SuperBechti]

Like you I’m a Rolex guy. I always wanted to consider buying an Omega watch to vary my collection but seem to not be able to find the one that makes me dream like Rolex watches do. The Seamaster has an amazing dial but the crown at 10:00 doesn’t do to me as well as the over sized case. I considered the seamaster aquaterra for awhile but I realized that after all a Rolex Air king or Oyster Perpetual are more charismatic in my opinion

[@denniskai2331]

Rolex tapers too much - it drives me nuts

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Ahhh! I love the taper!

[@dalotheman1]

You have to hear my Omega story. I bought my wife an Omega Constellation from Omega for her birthday and had them size it. When I gave it to her it was a little snug. Come to find out the watch doesn’t include the extra links. I called customer support and got shuffled from sales who told me they would provide 4 links for free and then shuffled to parts and service with about an hour on hold. They then explained that I would have to pay and I had hoped to get them asap and opted for 2 day shipping which still didn’t get here in time for my Wife’s trip. $175 and here’s the kicker. Today I got another invoice because they shipped the half link separately and later with another $50 for shipping and $50 for the half link. I’ve had crappie service in my lifetime but this is the apex of hideousness!

[@zillsburyy1]

only two people buy rolex watches. the people who sell them and the people who dont know anything and think its the best. the same bozos who think mercedes is #1

[@watchpapi]

They’re the only two types are that? 🙄😂

[@Mega-zi7ys]

Hahaha the showboats... Only respectable rolex are the vintage pieces.

[@peterlamont1533]

Thanks for explaining about the Daniels escapement. I remember hearing about it being invented but did not know Omega were using it. Cheers!

[@alanturner7654]

Availability is the key followed by price,Omega for me also make better looking watches

[@BrittPearceWatches]

You are so right!

[@BenNS1971]

As an Omega fanboy, you made my day…. That being said my favourite watch in my collection is probably my Explorer II polar, on par with my CK 859.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

I feel like a fan girl of both! 😅 well, no, I’m an omega fan girl through and through. But I bloody love omega!

[@tricky92x]

@@BrittPearceWatches You mean you're a Rolex fan girl, through and through? 🙂

[@pauljackson6593]

But Omega don’t wear as well as Rolex . And I have both. Rolex is just more comfortable on the wrist.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

This is my big problem with Omega! That is the major reason I find myself always coming back to Rolex!

[@davidsimpson5961]

Great video, I'm an Omega fan and see them as far more relevant in the current market. I couldn't afford a Rolex even if I wanted one, but to be honest I'd probably buy two more Omega's if I could. 😊

[@Mega-zi7ys]

Rolex and omega prices overlap... you buy an Omega because you love it not because you can't afford a Rolex. My friends and I have both brands...but lately we love the speedmaster professional and 321. Regards

[@Alex_GMan]

Hey Rolex fan girl. I agree as I’m an omega fan boy. Want to meet? 😅

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Look at this! KZbin! Bringing together the Omega fans and Rolex fans!

[@laurencefahey3132]

Well I’m still waiting on my speedmaster moonshine gold panda dial for 13 months, put my 10% deposit down and was told my delivery date will be December 2022 , still no watch . Only good thing is I locked in my price at the time I paid my deposit, with my 10% discount they gave as it was my first purchase from the AD , promotional discount if I joined there website 😉

[@BrittPearceWatches]

💀💀💀💀 YOU STILL DONT HAVE IT?!?! Good GRIEF! That is not the look! Gosh! You must get a lot of free drinks at the AD in penance! 😂🤦🏻‍♀️ Great news on the price tho!

[@TimG--]

Britt ! Stop the nonsense !!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Hee hee, don't you worry. There will be a "5 reasons" in favour of Rolex ;)