Ranking The Best GMT Watches You Can Buy | Rolex vs Tudor vs Grand Seiko vs Longines vs Seiko
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- Rolex vs Tudor vs Grand Seiko vs Longines vs Seiko The Best GMT Watch Ever.
We rank the hottest GMT watches to find out which one is the absolute best.
Featured watches:
Rolex GMT-Master II
Tudor Black Bay Pro
Grand Seiko SBGE285 Mistflake
Longines Spirit Zulu Time
Seiko 5 Sports GMT SKX
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Considering the total package, I would go with Longines.
I did. Got myself the blue dial in 42mm. The heritage, finish, value for $$ ... such a stand out.
Something you failed to mention with Longines heritage is that they were the 1st watch manufacturer to make a duel time zone watch back in about 1908 in a pocket watch for the ottoman empire, then the 1st gmt wristwatch called zulu time because Zulu is phonetic word for zero being 0 latitude back in the 1920's before rolex was a thing, so Longines should have a 10 for heritage.
It’s also the oldest watchmaker out of these 5 brands by over a 100 years right?
For me the Longines is the stand out watch in this group. Looks fabulous, great brand history and good value to quality ratio. “Old Charlie Lindberg wouldn’t have been able to make it across the Atlantic to clean those chimneys had it not been for Longines…” love the zany humour in these videos!
I think they were harsh on the appraisal of the Longines. It really stood out in quality, value and really looked cool and a classic that will always be in fashion. The seiko skx looks like a toy next to it and the tudor isnt nice in looks or build and the Rolex doesnt look any better in design and seems common and boring. Only the grand seiko is better made so i think for under 3K its a no brainer. I can honestly say im very impressed with Longines quality as my quartz le grande classique has beautiful clasp, bracelet, case, glass and face, cost under £700 and is 22 years old and still looks in great condition on only its 4th replacement battery in 22 years and more accurate and doesnt have the expensive service costs every 5 years or so. A very under rated brand indeed that are known to be great quality and an absolute bargain, ask any owners as many have had them a generation or more!
Yeah, giving the Seiko a higher street cred rating than GS, Tudor or Longines? What street are you talking about? The one in front of your local JC Penny’s? I’ll give you the GMT M II, but next is the Longines easily. If anything- this list is just proof of how “underrated” that Zulu is.
@@Ian-bq7gp Well said!
@@italianstallion3130 Agree!
The Zulu Times is such an elaborated GMT watch imho. And even at list price a third of the Rolex. And I did not research this but I would guess they have a silicon hairspring in there. Also So much heritage with this one - all in all, this one would easily always be my choice.
In addition, you do not have to worry about resell value at all if the watch already costs just a little part of the contestor^^
I even see unprecise painting on the hands of the Black Bay, this was not mentioned as a quality flaw. However I would clearly see it as one since other brands do have a cleaner execution.
Dear channel moderators, maybe get over the "Rolex is worth what it's worth because it's Rolex" talk. I assume you are rather a watch enthusiast than an investment enthusiast. And if anyone might now say "well Rolex just is THE benchmark" maybe it's just because of just the same ppl also pushing the brand to the sky?
You have so much understanding of watches and it's always entertaining to listen to you. BUT I really do not get why Rolex so often comes out on top in those comparisons, because you can get so much more watch for the heap of money you would want to pass to Rolex - or the other way round, you could get the same amount of "watch" for a quarter of any Rolex price easily, but still manufactured to highest standards and so much more iconic and innovative as the always-the-same Rolex. For example, just compare a Submariner and a Glashütte SeaQ, especially with respect to that beautiful movement. It's cheaper (even if not just a quarter of the price), and it's soooo much more "watch" in every respect.
Also, looking at that silicon hairspring again, how can you not compare the movements (e.g. power reserve) when claiming to compare the "best GMT watches"? Pulling this one into overall "quality" rating is not doing justice.
Another watch to pitch: Formex Reef GMT for example. A "caller" GMT and a rather young brand; but there's much to be discovered with this one. Very high level finish and engineering alongside an iconic (or at least rather distinctive) look for about 2K.
It's a much tighter race without the Street Cred category:
Rolex - 33
Tudor - 26
G. Seiko - 25
Long. - 31
Seiko - 29.
I chose to remove Street Cred. because I buy what I like, not show people what I can afford. The Grand Seiko and the Longines would be my picks.
I agree, the street cred should go. Its the least tangible metric used and probably the most irrelevant one
@@graygamingps4503 true on all counts, but I think the guys were just having fun with it, to be honest.
The Iconic and Street Cred scores seem redundant to me, hence why they were largely scored identically for each watch
Certainly mostly irrelevant for us watch geeks but for the average Joe and the Rolex marketing department it’s probably the most relevant category by a country mile.
If the Seiko gets a 10 for value, i think the Rolex should have scored closer to a 3😂
It’s £10k, really not that expensive considering the build quality and the fact that it’s made entirely in house
@@TheRausing1 and by robots 😓
See what you get for a used Seiko.
Yeah man, the Seiko 5 should be more £300 range. No screw down crown, poor WR and a price more akin to how Prospex used to be not long ago. Value more like a 6 imo.
Absolutely spot on 👨🏻🦲👍🏻
Longines Zulu Time is the one I might actually buy for myself, barring winning the Powerball.
best looking out of the lot too
I can afford all of them and the Longines is my favorite. I am no fan of Rolex at this point. The Tudor looks good but you can feel that it's way thicker.
Thick plus it has a common problem with the date window. For that reason, I’m selling my Tudor GMT after getting it serviced - I don’t even really travel like that anyways! lol
@clee3352 Just wish the three Zulu had 200m and it would be perfect for me.
I want a GMT watch with a dive watch rating.
@@travr6 for me it's the stars, after somebody called it "giving themselves an Amazon rating" I just can't unsee it. Really wish I could find a goldilocks GMT for me because I travel constantly
I think you missed it on the Grand Seiko. Quality is higher than an 8, they've been around forever and have the stories of the dial matching nature etc..., and value- it's Titanium.
GS quality is far and beyond. Even from afar in an AD, you can tell 50 feet away from the counter
I agree.
How is GS's history that's basically "We kept beating the Swiss so they stopped wanting to play with us" not warrant a higher score than Rolex??
Also that Seiko is an older brand than Rolex.
I’d definitely go for the Longines, all the way. History, quality and unpretentious. Better than Rolex!
I think we need a "fit and finsh" and "reliability" category. Or else older designs have a huge advantage in scoring.
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Precisely, 3 out of the 5 categories basically boil down to "how big is this brand"
@@robertposteschild2353 +1. Giving the Rolex GMT 7 points in Value when it costs easily double as much as even the next contestor that does exactly the same is ridiculous imho. At least thats my perception of value, obviously this channel rather understands it as "resellability and possible resell value decrease" - at least in this comparison.
Longines is definitely better known than a lot of brands, older and in terms of value, nothing compares
Honestly, longings really impressed me with its quality / price for this Zulu GMT green bezel.
It’s really value for money!!!
Well done Longines
The Longines has my vote in this, I’m all about history, heritage, design aesthetic, and quality of the build.
Longines it is
I have my Zulu Time (green bezel) on my wrist. Always puts a big smile on my face, cause it‘s beautiful to look at!
Same :)
Same :)😂
Seeing the grand Seiko in the flesh changes everything. The snowflake is absolutely breathtaking and the spring drive blows every other movement out of the water. Value for money here is insane.
Having said that, the longines looks absolutely fantastic and is comparatively very affordable.
Yep. Rolex is Rolex and will get the top spot (though, not interesting in my book due to excess price tag, excess ego, overdone brand) but things really get interesting between the GS and Longines - less as a direct competition but both as outstanding in their respective price ranges.
Concur
I'd take that Grand Seiko over all the others based on both design, movement, dial and finish.
Yes. And i actually like that it’s under the radar generally and underscored here (or at least wrong set of criteria used, if you really want to get to ‘best’)…I want to know my (grail) watch is the best, but I don’t care if it doesn’t do anything other than raise some intrigue among those who know.
Just that bracelet though
Rolex is going to be pretty hard to beat in any ranking where 60% of the categories could lumped as "flex". That said, I won't deny that they probably deserve to win this one (despite the fact that I would buy the GS in a heartbeat).
Agree. This is what the categories look like when you let Rolex pick the categories 😂
I would buy a GS too, until I search for their issue with designing bracelet. Bracelet makes a watch, and that's the difference between Rolex and many brands.
@@Cinoismunless you prefer a strap
@@Scan_Speak yeah, I got Mistflake and put it on leather strap. It’s so good, much better than stock Bracelet.
I may buy and Exp1. If I do, the bracelet comes off before I bring it home. I prefer straps on watches.@@Cinoism
The Zulu Time for an easy win especially in the new 39mm guise. I would have pitched the Tudor Heritage 41mm GMT instead of the Pro as Pitching the Pro is like including the Rolex Explorer II which would have scored lower than the GMT Master II.
IMHO, the Longines should have scored higher than the Seiko putting it up there with the Rolex.
People know Rolex and...🤷🏻♂️
Rolex was never what people today think it was.
Marketing does it all.
@@hallovelo2478I agree that it’s all marketing. I own a Rolex Oyster Date 14K. I got it when I was selling jewelry and watches. The marketing follows the demand and vice versa. That being said, there is not a Rolex in the inventory that I consider worth the expense.
Street Cred of only 5 for Longines? This is a brand used for timing in the olympics. Gorgeous watch and deserves to be much higher than the Seiko.
Longines for all round quality, value, history etc
That Longines is by far the best value for money and best looking. Just wish it had the water resistance of the Tudor. Cannot stand Rolex. Sold both of my Rolex watches. The Tudor looks good but sits too thick.
This is the 2nd video I've seen of yours with a Longines and I already know Longines is my favorite brand. So classy.
It's a wonderful brand.. if I saw a guy with a rollie on next to a guy with a Longines on, id wanna talk to the Longines guy. Chances are he knows/loves watches.
I think when you consider these brands at the moment;
Grand Seiko
Tudor
Longines
Seiko
Rolex
I have the Longines and it’s top notch.
Love that you continued the series!! great content, history, and entertaining as always
I have the Grand Seiko MistFlake, the Rolex GMT and a non GMT Tudor, GS quality all the way for me.
SBGM221: timeless on the brown strap, casual on a stitched strap, and sporty on a GS bracelet. The cream colored dial, the blued GMT hand, it’s a modern classic.
I would even go as far as to say that among real watch nerds, the SBGM221 is quite an iconic piece because of it's distinctive look for a GMT, combined with incredible value. Even more so than the one mentioned in the video.
@@LinkeHarryB nailed it
@@LinkeHarryB no doubt
Longines gives you so much.. that finishing is just mwahhh 🤤 $3k.. incredible
That Longines is a gorgeous watch, even if we don't regard its price
Longines deserves more respect and it seems to be getting it.
Love this video format!
Tudor BB Pro GMT, best watch I've ever owned. Unreal how it gets overlooked for the BB GMT pepsi. Preference is highly subjective. Enjoy the watches that you like 🤜🤛
For my collection I would choose the Longines and Seiko 5 over the others.
Glycine Airman. The first. Nice. Reeeeally affordable. Quality wise not at the level of some, but an unbeatable heritage. On the second hand market for a tiny little more than the Seiko 5...
Clearly the Longines Spirit Zulu Time
The quality of Grand Seiko is criminally underrated. So is the value. It's far and away a superior watch than the rolex. All while being cheaper. By far, it is the best watch of the bunch.
Certain models yes, but a GMT ll is hard to beat.
Value for what you get or value for what it’s worth?
@TIHS ON for what you get. Spring drives are usually much more expensive. Plus, the fit and finish of a Rolex absolutely pales in comparison to a Grand Seiko.
@@ozthegreater9320 The fit isn't better, the finish is. Seikos end links leave gaps in either side of the case where exposed light gets thru. The tolerances aren't there in comparison to Rolex. Additionally, the bracelet and clasps leave much to be desired in tolerances, comfort, and micro-adjust.
@Parth I disagree, but it's all opinion
The Best GMT is the Zulu Time , its very and first GMT on the story ❤️ simply the best !!
You guys missed it ALL! BALL WATCH is the only GMT to even consider because GMT is needed for travel, long hours of travel, so Ball Watch tritium illumination makes it easy to read in a dimly lit airplane cabin all the TIME. BALL WATCH has quick and easy set buttons for the GMT so it is also the easiest, most practical, to use while traveling.
Trouble is the Rolex has so much street-cred that if you wear it in public you might well get your arm chopped off at the wrist as you leave the restaurant :) If it wasn't so pricey the Grand Seiko would be the one for me, as it is I'll have to agree with jac88888 and say the Longines is the one to take home and enjoy wearing.
An aqua Terra GMT or world timer would've shaken up this list also. And the Longines could've scored higher in street cred considering an extra point in value in comparison to Rolex, Tudor & GS & an extra point in street cred would've been great considering that this watch will be a future classic.
even one of the GMT Planet Ocean's would probably be a good shout. Still interesting to me that GMT is the one watch category where Omega really isn't in a lot of people's radars. Not having a dedicated GMT-focused line probably has something to do with it.
Cool video again, but this time the flaws of the criteria were more exposed. Being iconic, historic, and having street cred (especially street cred), is for the most part marketing driven, so no one is better at Rolex at that… hence it will score higher… but if you took quality and value alone, it’d be tied with the SKX… so maybe another criteria is required to balance that out… the best watch in this group is for sure the GS as far as the actual watch is concerned and I think most true watch purists would prefer the better watch than the better marketed one… I don’t know… maybe a different set of criteria is required that wouldn’t include street cred or weigh the criteria differently… quality and value should be worth more than street cred and history I’d say… history has zero bearing on how good a watch is or isn’t… iconic is cool though because it means longevity… there are many historic watches that failed but if they were iconic for some reason would still be around… anyway awesome as usual and always a lot of fun!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
For decades, Rolex has spent significant sums on marketing their watches as the most desirable watch you can own, that it say's you've arrived and can afford the price of one, etc. And it is a good watch, but there are so many that have a heritage far longer than Rolex, that are mechanical wonders for the wrist, finished to an incredible level at the hands of trained watchmakers. The difference is that they don't spend the same sums marketing their products, depending more on word of mouth and appearing on the wrists of celebrities and other highly visible people in the news and in fashion. And because they're hand made, their watches have much smaller annual numbers available than Rolex, who cranks them out. If a world where people can afford Vacheron, Lange, Patek, Breguet and Audemars Piget, a Rolex is just a daily driver on the wrist.
I made a similar comment
The Longines is the pick of the bunch, it just needs to be a few mm thinner to be perfect but then it would have to cost a lot more.
I’ve been looking for a gmt for some time now, so this assessment video was actually quite helpful. For me, my shortlist was the Rolex Pepsi, Tudor Pepsi, and the blue grand seiko sbge255. I hunted down all three and got to hold them all in the flesh on the same day. Ultimately, I do give the nod to the Rolex Pepsi. I loved the dial more on the Tudor, but the thickness and bezel are just better on the Rolex. I liked the grand seiko, and I may own one one day, but the fact that the bezel doesn’t rotate just barely drops it off the list. That said, it’s still a great watch.
Tudor is safest vfm (value for money) 😀
Tom with the perfect Zulu / Michael Caine reference. Nice dude.
Glycine is very underrated
History "belongs" to Glycine all others max. 7 😀
Glycine Airman should have been in the lineup. It predates the Rolex GMT by a year or 2. They can be had for not much more than the Seiko 5 GMT but better quality in almost all aspects.
Absolutely love these videos, let's do the chronograph one now!
There's only one watch in this collection that I could afford, and it's sitting on my wrist right now. Pretty nice to see it's also tied for second.
I have 2 Grand Seikos, one dress and the diver that I got as a present from my wife for my 65th birthday. Love them both. Until recently, my day to day wear is a Seiko Sumo with a Strapcode band that I just gave to my youngest son who can't stop looking at it. I believe I have created a future watch fanatic! My "GMT" currently is a Samsung 5 Pro..gasp! Automaticaly updates the time before I am off the plane and I can buy an expresso when I land by simply tapping it to the card reader.
Exactly so, for a GMT.
Longines Spirit Zulu 43mm - will be delivered to me today. Can't wait for the courier! I already own a Longines from the Master Collection series. It is an excellent watch. As soon as I saw the Zulu, I knew I had to have it... it is beautiful. I am not particularly fond of the aesthetics of watches of this type, they seem to me all the same just at different prices.... I feel that the inscription "Longines" on the dial, is particularly elegant and makes this type of watch unique in their case.
I absolutely love mine. The detail and quality of finish and value for money makes it a total stand-out.
I always like your videos, great content, I would like to participate to the video with a little correction or addition. The first wrist watch that presented two time zones was the Longines Zulu time in 1925, so the name of the model refers to that watch. I hope you find this information interesting and usefull, hope to see another video soon!
I think Longines are fantastic watches. I really need to get my first one.
You won't regret it
Should have an originality and innovation category. The mechanics of the watch are hugely what make it, who designed that? Who makes that? Etc etc
I have the Zulu Time and an Omega SMP 50th Ann (25 years old) that when compared, the Zulu is equal in every way for quality but the Omega still has better lume. I love GMT's and really appreciate and video comparing models. Thx.
Must say, these are some superbly done animations. 👏
If you mean the plan flying and globe that was from the Longines ad
Tudor isn't a subsidiary of Rolex , Tudor is not owned by Rolex . They are both subsidiaries of the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation
The most boring GMT watches ever, except for Zulu maybe. The previous version of Breitling Avenger II GMT that had 24h bezel, if it had their 70h movement would beat them all.
I'm a fan of GMT function and if I had one watch, it'd be Sky Dweller, the most versatile watch ever - it's sporty, yet dressy, WR 10ATM allows any regular activity, 72h power reserve is great, plus annual calendar. Maybe someday I'll get my hands on Frack Muller Master Banker, but for now I'll stick to my Glycine Airman and Mido Ocean Star.
Personally I love the Breitling Navitimer GMT, that’s my favourite one.
Love this theme! Please do the same for calendar watches :) !
well surprise, surprise the one with the biggest marketing budget wins again.
Hello, where would you put TAG Heuer Autavia GMT here on your scale? Thanks for answer, nice video!
Great Video, Personally I love GS SBGM221 GMT. I have The Longines Zulu Time, Tudor Black Bay Pepsi Dial and Seiko SSK 017 yellow Dial. My Favorite One is the GS SBGM221, Then the Tudor Black Bay, Longines was Very Close And Everyday Seiko , Waiting on My Batman Rolex To Arrive. All Great Watch’s. Love them All. LOL
“Didn’t even need to think about it, just like Hollywood.” 😂🤣
The Longines and the Tudor were neck and neck for me. The deciding factor between the 39mm Tudor versus the 43mm Longines was that there were some issues regarding the date change over on the Longines that the Tudor does not experience. In the end I went with the Tudor as a daily driver and couldn’t be happier. It flies under the radar and I felt safer traveling with it because it does not grab the attention that my Rolex bluesy does. The thickness of the Tudor is often mentioned and IMO gives the relatively small 39mm some well needed substance and feel.
GMTs are essentially a traveler's watch, so a lot of people where them on vacations and such. An unmentioned advantage of the Tudor, being that we're talking GMTs, is how being understated could be considered an advantage here.
Having said that, I'd buy a second Longines before buying the Tudor BB Pro.
Longines proofs that one can make a rely nice watch according to modern manufacturing for a reasonable price.
Everything extra goes to the marketing department.
Rolex, a “highly polished hammer” 😂😂😂. Well done guys…as always!
For me, the Zulu Time is by far the best looking finish. It’s on my list for my last GMT. But based on the current economy, maybe I’ll buy the Seiko and 4 gold bars rather than a Rolex…..❤
Love all the videos. But you’ve massively over scored the Rolex on street cred and value. Should be more like 6 on street cred and 3 on value. Dial on the GS is worth 7 on iconic.
I have my seiko ssk001 on my wrist now and I'm smilling to it. Great watch for the price, and, I mean, its a seiko, its nice.
Looking to the other options, as a fan of longines, I will go for the zulu time. For me, the beautiest watch on the market now.
Cheers
The Longines speaks to me in volumes. Especially in the green.
Come on! GS is a solid 10 in quality...
Solid vid as always, but hey guys, where's Omega PO GMT?
I love my understated Tudor BBP. My most valuable hammer.
I know it's not a GMT in the strictest sense, but I'd nominate the Casio AE1200. It may not be classified as a GMT, but it can sure be used as one, and the price is impossible to beat.
Lol. Casio Gang!! Cant hate casio!!
The Glycine Airman Worldtimer is still a great watch and I might have included it in lieu of Seiko on my list.
Own the Longines Zulu since a month, it put many of my watches including my speed on the shelf
Despite all of the numbers, it's the BB Pro that I would actually hand over money to own.
In that gmt space, I went zulu 42 green bezel...
Had rolex gmt Pepsi and blnr, nice watches for sure but the crown image sucks since few years...
Longines releases lately are top notch, and it applies to several models. Whatever longines is getting for breakfast, it works well so... Stay on that pace 🥂
Just a bit of fun, An explorer 2 is my choice , l really like the longines though.
The zulu time is just perfect design wise. The 39mm hits the perfect spot of vintage and modern
Can't beat Rolex in GMT category. Even if we give +2 pts to GS in each quality (finishing) and value, total +4, it's still 35.
My Casio calculator watch has a DUAL TIME function! How cool is that? 😉😉
Im a Pilot, Honestly the best GMT watch which I Have used is a ROLEX GMT Master 2. Really easy to read local time in the country I'm, plus reading home time.. the best In my opinion.
25 years in the Airlines. Rolex GMT is still "Part of the uniform" although Apple Watch seems to rule the cockpit these days.
@@sfpesq when we talk about fine timepieces what has electronic gadgets to do with it??
The Mido Ocean Star GMT should have been included here. A Travelers GMT for under $1,500. 80 hours power reserve and an in-house movement.
The Miyota 9075 is a true GMT and with 3 usable time zones (@ least in my Zelos Mako lll GMT w the blue meteorite dial….oh yeah!) And a $629.00 USD price makes it the best watch I’ve purchased in 2023.
Since I can add and subtract single digits, the only use I can think of for a GMT is as a 24 hour indicator for if I am unable to know whether it is AM or PM (when I have been hanging around in a cave for a couple of days, for example). Since I can also multiply by 2, I do not need the extra numbers around the outside for the GMT hand. In fact, thinking about it a bit more, I think GMT watches are a pretty stupid idea.
The best GMT is gmt master 2 obviously and explorer 2 being close second.
And my dream 5 watches collection is gmt master 2, Daytona, sub and op. They are all very nice watches.
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Tudor were great years ago but the prices are up and the quality is down and ownership is like buying something that looks like what you really wanted 🤦🏻♂️ this pro isn’t too bad until you look at it side on 😬 then it all falls apart. It’s hard to wear a Rolex without looking like a try hard knob but the chances are your local AD won’t sell you one of the 1.2 million they made that year because they sell them all to the same people who put them in a draw and feel happy with themselves 🤦🏻♂️ nice work Rolex ✊🏻💦
For these watches I would rank the Longines first then the Grand Seiko, then the Rolex Master II, then the Tudor and then Seiko 5. It's based on how much I like the look of one and how much I would like to wear one. Honestly I wouldn't wear either of the Tudor or the Seiko 5. :D
I will admit to really enjoying horologys answer to Pete & Dud. Plus the vicarious pleasure that I get.
Either High end GMT Master 2 or High value Seiko 5 GMT. The comparison was valid
How about an ease of purchasing column? Rolex: 0. Seiko: 10
You categories have little to do with the watch and more to do with what other fan boys think of you. Of course the Rolex wins.
Would you put the Monta Skyquest gmt on this list?
As iconic as the Rolex is, for 2800 GBP , better build and quality than a Rolex, with its history and absolutely gorgeous looks, Longines is really winner here. You could probably even find one to buy, unlike the Rolex.
I wish GS designs weren't anaemic looking so much of the time.
You gotta' increase the quality of a Tudor.
Curious what the best pilot watch is based on this scoring system 🤔
I love my Tudor GMT Pepsi runs about a second fast per day great time keeper
Iconic, History, and Street Cred just seem like 3 slight variations of the same flavour... like vanilla, vanilla bean, and French vanilla. 🍦😁
Seems designed to get the Rolex rating high, and I am pretty sure that the numbers in Japan for these categories would be much higher for the GS.
Well done, mighty Seiko 5 !!