That’s 100% correct. I owned both at the same time and sold my sub. Was a very nice watch, but the Seamaster is also very nice, costs almost half as much and the dial is mesmerizing!
I have both (black dial SMP300 on rubber and sub 124060) and I could never choose one over the other. They're just such completely different watches. Sometimes I crave the SMP and sometimes I crave the sub. The one extremely important thing that you left out at around 10:22, especially how you keep bringing up "for everyday wear, for everyday wear", is the massive target that Rolex paints on your back when using it as an everyday watch in an everyday popular city like London, Los Angeles, New York City, Bellevue, etc. I think that is a HUGE con that works against the sub for everyday wear. I work in downtown in a large city and there's just no way that I could wear a sub everyday in the city due to how many times ill get scoped out and eventually robbed. This is something that you need to take into consideration when choosing a Rolex as "an everyday wear". And if youre purpose for the watch is for everyday wear, but you cant wear it everyday, then that's the biggest con of all. So if its your one watch that you want to splurge $10-14k but your office is in a major city, do you really want to be worrying about that? Im very blessed and fortunate to have various pieces to choose from but for a single watch owner that wants to wear something nice to the office everyday, its something that needs to be considered. Same rings true for travel. Unfortunately, the subbies legendary iconic status works for it and against it (pretty massively). This is something I never have to worry or think about with my SMP on rubber when traveling or going into the office. The "freedom" of wearing the SMP is a huge pro that i feel you missed (especially considering you keep harping on everyday wear). Otherwise, great comparison video 👍.
@@martinskowronek The oyster bracelet was frankly shit until the ceramic models were released 10-12 years ago. Tuna can clasps which came open if you closed your car door even a little too abruptly.
Have both, looking at them, it’s impossible to know why anyone would not choose the Omega. But on the wrist, the Rolex is a part of you, while the Omega is looking pretty for other people, and you are always aware of wearing it.
I agree with you 100 percent if we're comparing steel bracelets vs steel bracelets. The sub has the best steel bracelet ever created imho. My SMP300 on rubber though.. Let me tell ya! Melts right onto my wrist and I forget I even have it on. It's single handedly the most comfortable watch I've ever owned or worn (have worn several pre-c and c-subs with the old maxi case and with the newer thinner lugs). While I currently do not own a sub, I have worn it several times and I know exactly what you mean. The sub is by far the most comfortable steel watch I've ever put on my wrist. Nothing has ever beat it. But on rubber, the SMP300 is the most comfortable watch I've ever experienced. This is with the slimmer Omega non-deployant rubber strap option. The fit is perfection for my wrist as well. You're so lucky to have both. Enjoy them in good health!
@@steelsteez6118 You’re obviously new to Rolex then otherwise you’d know that prior to the introduction of the ceramic models, the bracelet on the Submariner was shit. The clasp was a crappy piece of stamped tin which would easily come apart if you were to do something a simple as close your car door too aggressively. Omega bracelets were always better but have let themselves down in the last five years by the non tapering and belt buckle clasp.
@@IrishScribbler yes, those tuna can clasps were inferior to what Omega was doing with the machined clasps. I have a Sub from that era and a newer Rolex, and even now I don’t love the clasps. Omega’s push button design is better. I mean the entire fit of the 300m is not right. And this is just my opinion of course. The watch should be slimmer all around, case and bracelet. I do not mind non tapering, but the links are bulky and the case a bit too thick. Cheers!
@@steelsteez6118 yes, the rubber strap really saves this watch, it is fantastic. I just really feel like the proportions of the watch got hurt with the thicker case. The 2531.80 had a super thin ETA movement that was a tank. I’m sure the co-axial is a wonder of engineering, but the added thickness is too high a price in my opinion. I say this because I just decided to sell mine, but totally get the love for this model from so many people. It’s a classic. Cheers!
@@IrishScribbler "You're obviously new to Rolex..." And you're obviously lacking cognitive skills. Ive been into watches for over 20 years and could likely school you on reference numbers alone. Yes, we obviously all know the pre ceramic models with the crappy oyster bracelets with the stamped clasps and with link sag. Thanks Confucius. A lot of people consider those crappy jangly bracelets to be extremely comfortable due to their softer link flex. I was sorta, you know, making the obvious point that I've tried several models from both the pre ceramic and the current ceramic era sorta like the sub featured in this video? Hence why I said old maxi case (old pre ceramic era with thicker lugs) and newer thinner lug era (ceramic era). 2+2 =4? Again, sorry if youre experiencing deteriorating axon terminals 😂. Obviously the newer oyster bracelets on newer models like the 124060 and the 126610LV have the newer superior bracelets. (Did I say obviously?) Lol. Thanks for your asinine and douchey comment though. Goodluck to whoever has to date you and put up with that garbage 😂.
A watchmaker says that the Rolex 10 year service interval is a marketing ploy. He says that he knows that Rolex service centers get bogged down by watches that need to be serviced WITHIN the ten year warranty period.
I’m in the minority here but I prefer the bracelet on the Seamaster to the boring one on the Sub. If I’m wearing a watch on a bracelet, the look of the bracelet matters to me.
The Omega is the more attractive imo and technically the better watch, but will depreciate in value, the Submariner is iconic will increase in value. Ultimately it comes down to which one you prefer as both are great watches.
How many cars have you lost money on mate ? You pay £400,000 plus for a new rolls royce, the so called best car in the world, you lose money the minute you drive away from the dealer, the buyer doesn’t care, the buyers buy the rolls because they love the car, the brand, don’t care the car depreciates
@@vinnieomahoney6359 RR is VERY far from the best car in the world (probably when BMW bought them). I was at a RR dealer and I felt multiple outside door handles.. they all rattled and felt like plastic. True scam, I feel bad for anyone buying those rolling dumpsters.
I have also have both. The Rolex is old school. The Omega is new school. The Rolex is a more desirable/collectable watch. The Omega feels more solid/has better build quality. I like both equally, but the Omega is much more watch for the money than the Rolex. The price difference between the two is really just a snob tax.
I own the seamaster (white dial) and much prefer it although they're both great. Obv if I could get the rolex at list I would but I'd sell it to get the omega and pocket the profit. The sub is a good investment new but who can get one? Used prices are falling so not the no brainer it was.
Had both at the same time, everything about the Sub wears better, feels better and nothing compares to an oyster bracelet. With that same, if you want to be technical, the Omega has the better movement.
I almost agree with you. I do agree that when it comes to steel bracelets nothing, and I mean nothing, compares to the oyster bracelet. Not only is it the best steel bracelet ever made, imho, but it's also the most comfortable steel bracelet you'll find on any watch. With that said, the SMP's OEM rubber strap destroys the oyster bracelet when it comes to comfort and how it feels on the wrist. It's such a massive game changer (the omega steel bracelet sucks bad). It's such a natural feeling, so light, so comfy. The SMP's rubber strap allows your wrist to flex more naturally too since it's not confined by steel edges. It's just so so so comfy that nothing compares. It's also almost unfair to call it rubber because it feels so premium. SMP300 on rubber for those long weekend family trips and then submariner for those single day trips and all ur bases are covered ☺️
I know everyone will laugh at this buuuuutttttttttt….. check out the Tag Heuer Aquaracer 300 M professional bracelet and clasp, I think it wears as good as the oyster, just my opinion.
@@paulbrowning5376 Actually I feel the Omega bracket is more comfortable, but both are plenty comfortable. I think the Omega Seamaster bracelets are actually made in France, or they were back in the 1990's when I bought the chrono model. I had the submariner also, and really both watches are great, the Rolex of course has much more brand power. The marketing of Rolex is more sophisticated and than other watch brands. People in business would do well to study how Rolex markets it product. It is amazing how Rolex sucks you into their watch buying web!
I’ve worn both and actually enjoy the shape of the case on the Seamaster and it’s unique design more. The Sub is more elegant and could easier pass as dress/tool watch, I personally think the Seamaster should taper that bracelet. They’ve proven they could change the bracelet on the Speedmaster and have people love it, I think the Seamaster will come next. I do love the movement in the Seamaster and think it might be better.. co-axial escapement is just debatably one of the biggest leaps in movements in the last 30 or so years. Plus everyone has a Rolex sand yet somehow no one can buy one lol. Omega is a much more unique brand but still the 2nd best seller in watches and more worth the money
I own a 90's era Omega Seamaster 300 Diver Chrono. The Chrono is unique when guys start comparing their watches at parties even though it is less expensive than the Submariner. The Chrono diver is amazing underwater.
@@mobydick3895 I actually just got to see a white dial chrono Diver 300m this weekend for the first time in the wild. The waves were so subtle you had to catch them in different lighting. Nice piece.
IMO the Omega PO in the 39.5 one the best Omega dive-watch, somehow doesn't get talk often. I have had the PO in 37.5 over 5 years,. Daily, office to gym to hiking to the beaches. No problem.
Seamaster over a sub, seamaster looks feels better on the wrist, Rolex is so over played everyone has a sub these days, not a safe watch to wear these days either, Omega you have more choice on dial, bezel colours, no long wait list, same with Tudors, ok, neither are the investments like Rolex, BUT, we buy cars, lose money, depending on what car you buy, I’ve always bought watches I like, love, never for investment reasons, my opinion, It’s Omega, Tudor, Rolex, great video
Correct ppl put too much emphasis on so called investment angle peddled by slick salesmen. But if you look at overall picture a watch in the Rolex and omega Price range doesn't even equate to a mid priced car. It's just an expense. The investment angle has caused a lot of problem for those who were duped into buying more than they can afford due to sales talk by these sycophants... now many are in over their heads.
@@Mega-zi7ys agreed. if you buy a second hand omega, you will pretty much retain your value +/- a few hundred dollars. The remaining money you would've used to buy a Rolex can then be put into the share market for a 6-10% return. More than the Rolex's will yield. And if you change your mind later, you sell the seamster, pull your money from the share market and buy a Rolex anyways..
@@jasimqureshi2672 no sorry my point is buy bnew Omega. The feeling is different. Besides the amount is not significant enough for a so called investment. As to generalizing Omega you definitely don't know what i mean . Bec the omegas i like always retain value and some pieces are higher Second hand. Check watch charts 5 yr moving Average for Daytona and silver Snoopy. The Omega comes out on top. So NO WE DO NOT AGREE with each other. You seemed to either missed my point and injected some of your ideas as mine. Definitely buy bnew whether Rolex or Omega but write them off as expense. The money used to buy these must not be your investment money. They're just non essential expenses that's all. Sorry
Just about the best comparison I have seen. The only plus point to the Omega that I can see is that it comes in blue. Oh, and it has a display case back if that's a preference.
I actually prefer the Omega clasp. I have both and the reason I prefer the Omega is you don’t have to take the watch off. So easy to adjust while driving. Overall comfort they are pretty even. I would give the edge slightly to the Rolex though. Mainly because of the taper. But the Omega is still super comfortable. It’s my do anything watch. Plus I love the white dial black bezel.
Well, I now have both watches. But a Sub 14060m four liner 2010 G serial. Its clasp feels cheap and flimsy but it's true to the classic Submariner and once on the wrist that feeling goes away. And yes, I've worn them on each wrist at home to keep their automatic movements moving. lol. I would say that the Sub is simple and elegant, and SMP is flashy and stunning.
Omega all the way. Rolex is eye-catching, since every celeb has it, but comes nowhere near to the beauty of Omega Seamaster. Specially the iconic 2531.80. Also, Omega is more accurate, as you mentioned -0, but that doesn't matter that much, both are very accurate. To me, bracelet is way better on Omega, fits better on my hand, like silk.
Omega. To be honest I don't see any beauty in the casing of the rolex watches. They all use the same flat simple case as opposed to omega putting so many details into their cases. Basically you are just paying for the BEZEL on a rolex watch.
The Omega is the choice if you prioritize specs/$, but watches are meant to be worn and the Sub is just wears so well and is a style icon. I would take the Sub at RRP, even though it may take some time to actually get one.
The issue here for me is aesthetics. The Rolex looks like a high end watch.. The Omega's bracelet looks so cheap in comparison. So is it worth double the price over the Omega? I'll say this, my friend had a Seamaster as a teenager and his dad wore a Submariner. Obviously the Omega is just as capable, but the Sub just looks the business.
It seems like the reviewer leans on the Sub, I own both, current version and one can do all sorts of things with the omega SM and it goes with any outfit, Omega SM is a killer i wouldn't put my Starbucks thru what I will the Samaster.
seamaster will enchant you, especially with different nato straps, you can garnish it. just take a look at the twist on the lugs and compare it with the solid, cold form of Rolex.
@@65philo you can get some competitively priced ones for sure. My only grip is the crazy premium they've put on bond ones like NTD which is just unjustified. But yes some gerat value for a better movement
there is a point I don't understand. The accuracy of Omega is 0-5, which means you can expect just your watch might go faster in a long run. I own a seamaster, and sometimes, it even doesn't have any deviation. on the other hand, the accuracy of Rolex is -2 to+2. it means that your watch is less predictable and might go slow or fast!!!!! so, from this aspect, it is clear that Omega is more reliable and accurate. I wonder why no one pays attention to this important fact and just says Rolex is more accurate!!!!!!
Not the Sub. Out of every 100 people I would be wearing the exact same watch as 4 of them, and there would be 4 more with convincing Chinese fakes to boot.
Not a great comparison considering the price difference. The omega 007 in titanium on bracelet would be a better comparison against the sub from a price point.
@@Bemjji I have the NTTD - chose it because the SM300 is very heavy as indeed in the Sub. I have bif writs so the bracelet on the NTTD fits perfectly. My only complaint is the the hands do not stand out that well in low light conditions. Could do with more lume and not the skeleton hands.
I have both of those. I have the blue dial Seamaster, and the black dial Submariner (without date). I love both, but I definitely prefer the Submariner. The Seamaster is bigger, heavier, and honestly, probably too big. I have 7.5" wrists, but I still think it's bigger than it needs to be. I'm actually thinking about trading both in for the blue dial, two-tone Submariner, but not 100% sure.
@@jerrywallop5647 oh yeah, sorry. I go back and forth with that. Last week I wanted to do that. Now I'm not so sure I want to. I think I want to add the Blusey without trading anything in. Lots of overlap, but the Seamaster is nice when you want to wear a nice watch, but not a Rolex.
Man OMEGA all day, omega was in the millitary more than any other watch brand given to soldiers for there ruggedness. rolex is for secretaries and old ladies who work in office so there little watches dont break.
12 000 € tavallisesta Rolex Submarinerista on kyllä kiskontaa. Seamaster 300m on kaikin puolin parempi kello kuin Submariner. Rolex tekee toki erinomaisia kelloja, mutta Omega kellojen valmistajana on hienostuneempi kuin Rolex. Rolex ei myöskään ole mitenkään innovatiivisin kellojen valmistaja. Se mitä Rolex teki oikein oli markkinointi. Teknisesti Omega on aina ottanut Rolexia mutkikkaamman reitin kellojen teossa.
Pointless comparison really…..both unique in their own rights……completely different…..I own both & never compare them……it’s about personal taste & preference….
I own both in exact same colors, I think the sea master blows the sub away. It is so much nicer. The sub is the quintessential divers watch, but honestly I think the Omega is a much better, and better looking watch
I've owned both and ultimately sold the Seamaster. As stated by others, the Seamaster is amazing on paper and in pics/vids! It's clearly the no-brainer better deal considering what you get for the cost. However, when actually wearing them both in every day life, the Seamaster begins to fall behind IMO. I wanted to love the Seamaster so bad but that bezel design real does make it so hard to actually use (not a huge deal, I get it, but still kinda silly to not be able to reasonably use the feature). Also, it's minuscule but the Seamaster is just a bit..bulkier, and over time, it's noticeable. Finally, and ultimately the straw that broke this camel's back, was the bracelet. Like many others, one of the pusher buttons ended up jamming; very annoying, but that's not the worst of it. The bracelet is just so uncomfortably larger with the non-tapper and truly too "sharp" on its edges. It just doesn't wear comfortably IMO. In contrast, I'll throw on my Sub and literally forget it's on my wrist. Many times, while out and about, I've thought I had it swiped or something because I wouldn't feel it and quickly look at my wrist to see that it's there, just so unnoticed. I truly hope to get another Seamaster one day, I just feel Omega needs to make a few more refinements and then it'll really be on par w/ the Sub. P.S. Of all the watches I've ever owned, the Sub truly is the GOAT. Goes with everything, looks amazing 24/7, feels fantastic, there's just no beating it.
By a "girl's wrist" I'm assuming you mean a small wrist? Men and women come in all different sizes. I've encountered men with smaller wrists, women with larger wrists, etc. For me, the Seamaster doesn't optimally fit my size of wrist; you are correct. The Sub is a much better fit and feel.@@nomad7734
Sub wins 1. Sub wears better. 12.5mm thin wins. Tapor bracelet wins. No helium escape valve wins. 2. Double AR Coating drives me nuts when I smudge my crystals and see dial markers in the crystal. Sub wins with no Double AR Coating. 3. Bezel turning feel. Sub wins
The Seamaster is too chunky and the bracelet feels like an afterthought. Furthermore, the hands on the Seamaster are super hard to read at a glance, especially at night. Rolex uses gold on all its dial indices and hands, Omega does not. As much as I would love to like the Seamaster, it doesn’t do enough to compete with the Submariner.
The Omega’s bracelet is ugly AF, absolutely big & clunky with no tapered sleek look, gross. I will take the most desired Rolex any day & anyone who says anything different is a damn Rolex hater or can’t afford a Rolex. There I said it
The sub has always been the standard for the industry. Hence many manufacture copy their design or build their product not to mention the millions of fakes trying to mimic the true icon . Omega is a very good watch and has great specs however the sub is arguable the winner and the king of dive watches .
No comparison here, the sub is the better all round watch, a watch is about how it looks and feels, nobody really cares about movements and specs. The previous seamaster is a lot better than the current one imo.
@@Rodolfoguerra12 the movement in the Rolex is solid and reliable, plus its very accurate, what else do you need, the Rolex looks better imo, its not the number 1 dive watch for no reason.
@@coffeeboyclips1973 I respect that for you it is better looking, that’s ok. For no reason is really brand equity, and marketing. Cheers! Enjoy your Rolexes in good health.
@@PepRex I don’t like the cyclops but at least it serves a purpose. The HEV is an ugly wart and isn’t functional. It’s a tool watch that doesn’t work as a tool
@@thegraciefighter102 And you’d know this how exactly? The Sub is the most cloned watch in the entire world. At least when you see an Omega you know it’s an Omega. 99% of the time when you see what you think is a Sub it turns out to be an Orient or a Seiko. Your Parkinson’s is obviously making you dumb as well as shaky.
@@thegraciefighter102 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 You’re a proper eejit, as those of us from Ireland would said. You haven’t a clue what you’re talking about. Newsflash: I actually have the 126610 and it’s a great watch, but it isn’t the miraculous invention that idiots like you think it is. Probably because you can’t actually get one. Also, do you know how to spell? From what I can see, you clearly can’t.
@@IrishScribbler it looks better, it last longer, it’s built more comfortable, I can wear it for free, it’s built better, it wears better. I had both kept the Rolex, not the Submariner, the Sea Dweller 43mm.
@@papricep6248 best discount is my retail Rolex, if I ever feel to part ways with it, I can sell it and get my money back. I’m practically wearing a free watch and maybe get a little extra.
I’ve owned both of them. The bracelet ruins the Seamaster in my opinion. The fact it doesn’t taper at all makes the bracelet feel like a huge slab of uncomfortable metal, plus the clasp is huge also. I’d go for a Planet Ocean personally now having owned the Seamaster 300m.
The anti reflective crystals on the Omega are created through the Verneuil process, also known as “flame fusion”. These are rated at Grade 9 on the Mohs-hardness scale, so if it’s being scratched you must be incredibly careless with it and doing something stupid like scraping it along concrete.
@@michaelbishop9157 Nope. 44 year old journalist who is just a bit picky about what he spends his money on and whether it’s fit for purpose. Sorry Madge!
Bought my Omega Seamaster, black dial with Black rubber band. What a watch! Absolutely loving it
I own both and the Omega impresses me more, but the Sub impresses more strangers ….
That’s 100% correct. I owned both at the same time and sold my sub. Was a very nice watch, but the Seamaster is also very nice, costs almost half as much and the dial is mesmerizing!
Thank you for the comparison, I’d sell the Sub and buy two Seamasters.
The dial on the Seamaster is quite enchanting.
I take the omega 💪
Resale.. you wish you'd got the Rolex
@@jali898good thing i dont collect watches for resale 😂
Depends on the omega watch. Ive seen used omegas for 25kusd@@jali898
Omega all day every day!
The Omega looks so much nicer.
Open case back on the Omega is a hands down winner.
Look at the front of the submariner..it says Rolex....hands down winner 🏆
@@jali898 Fanboy comment... lol
The omega is the best 1 watch collection because if you spend 7k for a watch, half of it goes in the movment. Is nice to see the least.
rolex has the better braclet but for the specs and price omega all the way
I swapped the bracelet.
I have both (black dial SMP300 on rubber and sub 124060) and I could never choose one over the other. They're just such completely different watches. Sometimes I crave the SMP and sometimes I crave the sub. The one extremely important thing that you left out at around 10:22, especially how you keep bringing up "for everyday wear, for everyday wear", is the massive target that Rolex paints on your back when using it as an everyday watch in an everyday popular city like London, Los Angeles, New York City, Bellevue, etc. I think that is a HUGE con that works against the sub for everyday wear. I work in downtown in a large city and there's just no way that I could wear a sub everyday in the city due to how many times ill get scoped out and eventually robbed. This is something that you need to take into consideration when choosing a Rolex as "an everyday wear". And if youre purpose for the watch is for everyday wear, but you cant wear it everyday, then that's the biggest con of all. So if its your one watch that you want to splurge $10-14k but your office is in a major city, do you really want to be worrying about that? Im very blessed and fortunate to have various pieces to choose from but for a single watch owner that wants to wear something nice to the office everyday, its something that needs to be considered. Same rings true for travel. Unfortunately, the subbies legendary iconic status works for it and against it (pretty massively). This is something I never have to worry or think about with my SMP on rubber when traveling or going into the office. The "freedom" of wearing the SMP is a huge pro that i feel you missed (especially considering you keep harping on everyday wear). Otherwise, great comparison video 👍.
If only Omega updated the bracelet
@@martinskowronek The oyster bracelet was frankly shit until the ceramic models were released 10-12 years ago. Tuna can clasps which came open if you closed your car door even a little too abruptly.
Bracelet is iconic
Bracelet is terrible
Have both, looking at them, it’s impossible to know why anyone would not choose the Omega. But on the wrist, the Rolex is a part of you, while the Omega is looking pretty for other people, and you are always aware of wearing it.
I agree with you 100 percent if we're comparing steel bracelets vs steel bracelets. The sub has the best steel bracelet ever created imho. My SMP300 on rubber though.. Let me tell ya! Melts right onto my wrist and I forget I even have it on. It's single handedly the most comfortable watch I've ever owned or worn (have worn several pre-c and c-subs with the old maxi case and with the newer thinner lugs). While I currently do not own a sub, I have worn it several times and I know exactly what you mean. The sub is by far the most comfortable steel watch I've ever put on my wrist. Nothing has ever beat it. But on rubber, the SMP300 is the most comfortable watch I've ever experienced. This is with the slimmer Omega non-deployant rubber strap option. The fit is perfection for my wrist as well. You're so lucky to have both. Enjoy them in good health!
@@steelsteez6118 You’re obviously new to Rolex then otherwise you’d know that prior to the introduction of the ceramic models, the bracelet on the Submariner was shit. The clasp was a crappy piece of stamped tin which would easily come apart if you were to do something a simple as close your car door too aggressively. Omega bracelets were always better but have let themselves down in the last five years by the non tapering and belt buckle clasp.
@@IrishScribbler yes, those tuna can clasps were inferior to what Omega was doing with the machined clasps. I have a Sub from that era and a newer Rolex, and even now I don’t love the clasps. Omega’s push button design is better. I mean the entire fit of the 300m is not right. And this is just my opinion of course. The watch should be slimmer all around, case and bracelet. I do not mind non tapering, but the links are bulky and the case a bit too thick. Cheers!
@@steelsteez6118 yes, the rubber strap really saves this watch, it is fantastic. I just really feel like the proportions of the watch got hurt with the thicker case. The 2531.80 had a super thin ETA movement that was a tank. I’m sure the co-axial is a wonder of engineering, but the added thickness is too high a price in my opinion. I say this because I just decided to sell mine, but totally get the love for this model from so many people. It’s a classic. Cheers!
@@IrishScribbler "You're obviously new to Rolex..." And you're obviously lacking cognitive skills. Ive been into watches for over 20 years and could likely school you on reference numbers alone. Yes, we obviously all know the pre ceramic models with the crappy oyster bracelets with the stamped clasps and with link sag. Thanks Confucius. A lot of people consider those crappy jangly bracelets to be extremely comfortable due to their softer link flex. I was sorta, you know, making the obvious point that I've tried several models from both the pre ceramic and the current ceramic era sorta like the sub featured in this video? Hence why I said old maxi case (old pre ceramic era with thicker lugs) and newer thinner lug era (ceramic era). 2+2 =4? Again, sorry if youre experiencing deteriorating axon terminals 😂. Obviously the newer oyster bracelets on newer models like the 124060 and the 126610LV have the newer superior bracelets. (Did I say obviously?) Lol. Thanks for your asinine and douchey comment though. Goodluck to whoever has to date you and put up with that garbage 😂.
I have both but the Seamaster in black. I love it but would love the blue one. Both omega and sub in black is redundant. Both are great watches
A watchmaker says that the Rolex 10 year service interval is a marketing ploy. He says that he knows that Rolex service centers get bogged down by watches that need to be serviced WITHIN the ten year warranty period.
Omega, pls offer the new Speedy bracelet option for this Seamaster (but 20-17mm tapering only). Thanks.
forstner watch bracelet is all ya need. Swapped my smp300 as soon as I got it.
There is already an answer. Don't think anything else, but just look at them and pick up the beautiful(cooler) one. Of course, it's OMEGA!
Cooler as in lukewarm? Coz the Rolex is hot!!!
Fuck off I'm a rolex guy 😎
I’m in the minority here but I prefer the bracelet on the Seamaster to the boring one on the Sub. If I’m wearing a watch on a bracelet, the look of the bracelet matters to me.
Rolex market watches and Omega makes watches. When you look at the inflated price of the Rolex, I would take the Omega every time.
They both make watches and market watches. Rolex is just better at marketing.
@@cecaju9516correct
The Omega is the more attractive imo and technically the better watch, but will depreciate in value, the Submariner is iconic will increase in value. Ultimately it comes down to which one you prefer as both are great watches.
How many cars have you lost money on mate ? You pay £400,000 plus for a new rolls royce, the so called best car in the world, you lose money the minute you drive away from the dealer, the buyer doesn’t care, the buyers buy the rolls because they love the car, the brand, don’t care the car depreciates
No, the Rolex is technically the better watch (4hz, more Power Reserve...)
@@vinnieomahoney6359 RR is VERY far from the best car in the world (probably when BMW bought them). I was at a RR dealer and I felt multiple outside door handles.. they all rattled and felt like plastic. True scam, I feel bad for anyone buying those rolling dumpsters.
@@anthonyb2990 He was making an analogy. It's really about the watches not the RR. Geez.
Truthfully, two different watches in my opinion. Buy which one you like best regardless of brand and secondary market value.
True. Always buy the watch you like and enjoy it.
I have also have both. The Rolex is old school. The Omega is new school. The Rolex is a more desirable/collectable watch. The Omega feels more solid/has better build quality. I like both equally, but the Omega is much more watch for the money than the Rolex. The price difference between the two is really just a snob tax.
I own the seamaster (white dial) and much prefer it although they're both great. Obv if I could get the rolex at list I would but I'd sell it to get the omega and pocket the profit.
The sub is a good investment new but who can get one? Used prices are falling so not the no brainer it was.
Had both at the same time, everything about the Sub wears better, feels better and nothing compares to an oyster bracelet. With that same, if you want to be technical, the Omega has the better movement.
I almost agree with you. I do agree that when it comes to steel bracelets nothing, and I mean nothing, compares to the oyster bracelet. Not only is it the best steel bracelet ever made, imho, but it's also the most comfortable steel bracelet you'll find on any watch. With that said, the SMP's OEM rubber strap destroys the oyster bracelet when it comes to comfort and how it feels on the wrist. It's such a massive game changer (the omega steel bracelet sucks bad). It's such a natural feeling, so light, so comfy. The SMP's rubber strap allows your wrist to flex more naturally too since it's not confined by steel edges. It's just so so so comfy that nothing compares. It's also almost unfair to call it rubber because it feels so premium. SMP300 on rubber for those long weekend family trips and then submariner for those single day trips and all ur bases are covered ☺️
I know everyone will laugh at this buuuuutttttttttt….. check out the Tag Heuer Aquaracer 300 M professional bracelet and clasp, I think it wears as good as the oyster, just my opinion.
@@paulbrowning5376 Actually I feel the Omega bracket is more comfortable, but both are plenty comfortable. I think the Omega Seamaster bracelets are actually made in France, or they were back in the 1990's when I bought the chrono model. I had the submariner also, and really both watches are great, the Rolex of course has much more brand power. The marketing of Rolex is more sophisticated and than other watch brands. People in business would do well to study how Rolex markets it product. It is amazing how Rolex sucks you into their watch buying web!
forstner bracelet on my SMP300, I couldn't stand the OEM bracelet. I did get the rubber included but prefer my SMP300 on a bracelet
Have both but initially purchased the 300m. Rule of thumb, don't settle. You will always be wanting a Sub no matter what.
I’ve worn both and actually enjoy the shape of the case on the Seamaster and it’s unique design more. The Sub is more elegant and could easier pass as dress/tool watch, I personally think the Seamaster should taper that bracelet. They’ve proven they could change the bracelet on the Speedmaster and have people love it, I think the Seamaster will come next. I do love the movement in the Seamaster and think it might be better.. co-axial escapement is just debatably one of the biggest leaps in movements in the last 30 or so years. Plus everyone has a Rolex sand yet somehow no one can buy one lol. Omega is a much more unique brand but still the 2nd best seller in watches and more worth the money
I own a 90's era Omega Seamaster 300 Diver Chrono. The Chrono is unique when guys start comparing their watches at parties even though it is less expensive than the Submariner. The Chrono diver is amazing underwater.
@@mobydick3895 I actually just got to see a white dial chrono Diver 300m this weekend for the first time in the wild. The waves were so subtle you had to catch them in different lighting. Nice piece.
Some say that Cartier is the second best watch seller...
OMEGA Seamaster all day long, I have a 2020 planet ocean very beautiful and solid watch
I would consider the Omega PO 39.5mm a better comparable then the SMP300. It’s actually 41mm from 2 to 8 o’clock on the case.
IMO the Omega PO in the 39.5 one the best Omega dive-watch, somehow doesn't get talk often. I have had the PO in 37.5 over 5 years,. Daily, office to gym to hiking to the beaches. No problem.
THe 300M is what Omega positions as their main dive watch and sub competitor, it doesn't matter that it differs slightly in dimension.
Seamaster over a sub, seamaster looks feels better on the wrist, Rolex is so over played everyone has a sub these days, not a safe watch to wear these days either, Omega you have more choice on dial, bezel colours, no long wait list, same with Tudors, ok, neither are the investments like Rolex, BUT, we buy cars, lose money, depending on what car you buy, I’ve always bought watches I like, love, never for investment reasons, my opinion, It’s Omega, Tudor, Rolex, great video
Correct ppl put too much emphasis on so called investment angle peddled by slick salesmen.
But if you look at overall picture a watch in the Rolex and omega Price range doesn't even equate to a mid priced car. It's just an expense. The investment angle has caused a lot of problem for those who were duped into buying more than they can afford due to sales talk by these sycophants... now many are in over their heads.
@@Mega-zi7ys agreed. if you buy a second hand omega, you will pretty much retain your value +/- a few hundred dollars. The remaining money you would've used to buy a Rolex can then be put into the share market for a 6-10% return. More than the Rolex's will yield. And if you change your mind later, you sell the seamster, pull your money from the share market and buy a Rolex anyways..
@@jasimqureshi2672 no sorry my point is buy bnew Omega. The feeling is different. Besides the amount is not significant enough for a so called investment.
As to generalizing Omega you definitely don't know what i mean . Bec the omegas i like always retain value and some pieces are higher Second hand. Check watch charts 5 yr moving Average for Daytona and silver Snoopy. The Omega comes out on top.
So NO WE DO NOT AGREE with each other. You seemed to either missed my point and injected some of your ideas as mine.
Definitely buy bnew whether Rolex or Omega but write them off as expense. The money used to buy these must not be your investment money.
They're just non essential expenses that's all.
Sorry
Just about the best comparison I have seen.
The only plus point to the Omega that I can see is that it comes in blue.
Oh, and it has a display case back if that's a preference.
For the price - on the grey market - for Rolex, you can take one more step up in quality and go for Glashutte Original SeaQ.
I actually prefer the Omega clasp. I have both and the reason I prefer the Omega is you don’t have to take the watch off. So easy to adjust while driving.
Overall comfort they are pretty even. I would give the edge slightly to the Rolex though. Mainly because of the taper. But the Omega is still super comfortable. It’s my do anything watch. Plus I love the white dial black bezel.
Wow l own the same watches ⌚️ l loved them both if the rolex sub is to expensive seriously go for the Omega the blue dail is striking it pops out
Indeed, Omega is a great value for money.
I want both of these. I'll wear them at the same time on each wrist.
And if I was really fat, I can set them to different time zones. 😁
Well, I now have both watches. But a Sub 14060m four liner 2010 G serial. Its clasp feels cheap and flimsy but it's true to the classic Submariner and once on the wrist that feeling goes away. And yes, I've worn them on each wrist at home to keep their automatic movements moving. lol. I would say that the Sub is simple and elegant, and SMP is flashy and stunning.
Omega all the way.
Rolex is eye-catching, since every celeb has it, but comes nowhere near to the beauty of Omega Seamaster. Specially the iconic 2531.80.
Also, Omega is more accurate, as you mentioned -0, but that doesn't matter that much, both are very accurate.
To me, bracelet is way better on Omega, fits better on my hand, like silk.
I love both of these watches, but I feel the Seamaster would be sooo much better if they changed out the 90's bracelet
Omega. To be honest I don't see any beauty in the casing of the rolex watches. They all use the same flat simple case as opposed to omega putting so many details into their cases. Basically you are just paying for the BEZEL on a rolex watch.
Omega seamaster is better in most of points , dial , bracelet , movement , bezel , and the price is half …
The Omega is the choice if you prioritize specs/$, but watches are meant to be worn and the Sub is just wears so well and is a style icon. I would take the Sub at RRP, even though it may take some time to actually get one.
The issue here for me is aesthetics. The Rolex looks like a high end watch.. The Omega's bracelet looks so cheap in comparison. So is it worth double the price over the Omega? I'll say this, my friend had a Seamaster as a teenager and his dad wore a Submariner. Obviously the Omega is just as capable, but the Sub just looks the business.
Both really nice 👍🏻 but I’d have the seamaster 😊
I have all three
Sub all the way, the Goat in my opinion (not an Omega hater, own both brands)
It seems like the reviewer leans on the Sub, I own both, current version and one can do all sorts of things with the omega SM and it goes with any outfit, Omega SM is a killer i wouldn't put my Starbucks thru what I will the Samaster.
Omega move more spot on compare Rolex…
I’m actually in this dilemma. Should I go Seamaster or is the extra cost worth the Submariner? To me they are both wins in their own respects
I also prefer the Seamaster🙋🏻
seamaster will enchant you, especially with different nato straps, you can garnish it. just take a look at the twist on the lugs and compare it with the solid, cold form of Rolex.
The seamaster can be had for a third of the cost of the sub😉
depends which one
@@michaelbishop9157 well I bought a 6-month-old seamaster 300 smp black/bracelet like new 2 mons ago for $3100.00
@@65philo you can get some competitively priced ones for sure. My only grip is the crazy premium they've put on bond ones like NTD which is just unjustified. But yes some gerat value for a better movement
They also lose 1/3 when you try to sell it.
Omega for me 👍🏻
I have both....honestly...I love the Omega!!! ....
there is a point I don't understand. The accuracy of Omega is 0-5, which means you can expect just your watch might go faster in a long run. I own a seamaster, and sometimes, it even doesn't have any deviation. on the other hand, the accuracy of Rolex is -2 to+2. it means that your watch is less predictable and might go slow or fast!!!!! so, from this aspect, it is clear that Omega is more reliable and accurate. I wonder why no one pays attention to this important fact and just says Rolex is more accurate!!!!!!
Not the Sub. Out of every 100 people I would be wearing the exact same watch as 4 of them, and there would be 4 more with convincing Chinese fakes to boot.
I have far more friends with seamastera
Agreed. I see subs everywhere and it’s tired
I definitely see more Seamasters. Subs aren’t even available.
Would get the Submariner (as opposed to the Submariner Date) so it did not have the Cyclops.
Not a great comparison considering the price difference. The omega 007 in titanium on bracelet would be a better comparison against the sub from a price point.
That would be a good video, I would like to see what people say when comparing a NTTD Sea Master vs a Sub. seeing that the price point closer.
@@Bemjji I have the NTTD - chose it because the SM300 is very heavy as indeed in the Sub. I have bif writs so the bracelet on the NTTD fits perfectly. My only complaint is the the hands do not stand out that well in low light conditions. Could do with more lume and not the skeleton hands.
“The Submariner is an Evolution, not a revolution.”
I think we all know what the better watch is 😉
Both are nice. I don’t like the hands on the Omega and the magnifier on the Rolex so Rolex submariner no date for me :)
I love the dial symmetry of the ND.
Both great, but the Omega bracelet is not great.
ROLEX!!!!
Sub....got the bling
With the helium escape valve, rolex. Without? Omega
Omega owners are forever cursed to spamming youtube comments to make themselves feel better
I have both of those. I have the blue dial Seamaster, and the black dial Submariner (without date). I love both, but I definitely prefer the Submariner. The Seamaster is bigger, heavier, and honestly, probably too big. I have 7.5" wrists, but I still think it's bigger than it needs to be. I'm actually thinking about trading both in for the blue dial, two-tone Submariner, but not 100% sure.
I agree. With basically every dimension being 1mm larger the newest 300M becomes a very bloated package compared with the sub.
The bluesy……?!…..Brand new or pre owned..?……lovely piece …..I wish I had the coconuts to wear one ….😆
@@jerrywallop5647 I have a blue Seamaster and black submariner. Both were bought brand new at an AD.
@@JamesK1963 I was saying you’re trading to get a 2 tone bluesy…….😀
@@jerrywallop5647 oh yeah, sorry. I go back and forth with that. Last week I wanted to do that. Now I'm not so sure I want to. I think I want to add the Blusey without trading anything in. Lots of overlap, but the Seamaster is nice when you want to wear a nice watch, but not a Rolex.
Man OMEGA all day, omega was in the millitary more than any other watch brand given to soldiers for there ruggedness. rolex is for secretaries and old ladies who work in office so there little watches dont break.
Yup... Omega is a real world tool watch... Rolex are for paper pushers... sissy boys... lol
The omega has a really bad bracelet, but other than that, i suppose the omega is alright for the money.
I own the omega on the bracelet. It’s actually really good
Hands down its the sub for me
12 000 € tavallisesta Rolex Submarinerista on kyllä kiskontaa. Seamaster 300m on kaikin puolin parempi kello kuin Submariner. Rolex tekee toki erinomaisia kelloja, mutta Omega kellojen valmistajana on hienostuneempi kuin Rolex. Rolex ei myöskään ole mitenkään innovatiivisin kellojen valmistaja. Se mitä Rolex teki oikein oli markkinointi. Teknisesti Omega on aina ottanut Rolexia mutkikkaamman reitin kellojen teossa.
Sub! nicer bracelet, better clasp, no ugly helium valve,
Sub all day
Pointless comparison really…..both unique in their own rights……completely different…..I own both & never compare them……it’s about personal taste & preference….
They are diver watches. What else is similar ?
I own both in exact same colors, I think the sea master blows the sub away. It is so much nicer. The sub is the quintessential divers watch, but honestly I think the Omega is a much better, and better looking watch
I take the Rolex
I've owned both and ultimately sold the Seamaster. As stated by others, the Seamaster is amazing on paper and in pics/vids! It's clearly the no-brainer better deal considering what you get for the cost. However, when actually wearing them both in every day life, the Seamaster begins to fall behind IMO. I wanted to love the Seamaster so bad but that bezel design real does make it so hard to actually use (not a huge deal, I get it, but still kinda silly to not be able to reasonably use the feature). Also, it's minuscule but the Seamaster is just a bit..bulkier, and over time, it's noticeable. Finally, and ultimately the straw that broke this camel's back, was the bracelet. Like many others, one of the pusher buttons ended up jamming; very annoying, but that's not the worst of it. The bracelet is just so uncomfortably larger with the non-tapper and truly too "sharp" on its edges. It just doesn't wear comfortably IMO. In contrast, I'll throw on my Sub and literally forget it's on my wrist. Many times, while out and about, I've thought I had it swiped or something because I wouldn't feel it and quickly look at my wrist to see that it's there, just so unnoticed. I truly hope to get another Seamaster one day, I just feel Omega needs to make a few more refinements and then it'll really be on par w/ the Sub.
P.S. Of all the watches I've ever owned, the Sub truly is the GOAT. Goes with everything, looks amazing 24/7, feels fantastic, there's just no beating it.
Came here to say the same. Technically the Omega is a better watch. Is the Sub worth an $8k premium? No,….but the heart wants what it wants.
So you have a girl's wrist... that would explain your issue... lol
By a "girl's wrist" I'm assuming you mean a small wrist? Men and women come in all different sizes. I've encountered men with smaller wrists, women with larger wrists, etc. For me, the Seamaster doesn't optimally fit my size of wrist; you are correct. The Sub is a much better fit and feel.@@nomad7734
The sub every day and twice on Sunday!
That's right. Always go with the iconic legend.
The Submariner is way cooler. A true icon.
Rolex
Sub wins
1. Sub wears better. 12.5mm thin wins. Tapor bracelet wins. No helium escape valve wins.
2. Double AR Coating drives me nuts when I smudge my crystals and see dial markers in the crystal. Sub wins with no Double AR Coating.
3. Bezel turning feel. Sub wins
Lol... no
Seamasters ugly skeleton hands. Sun wins.
I like the Seamaster. But for me the Sub is better in every way.
You must be finnish 😂
They are the best divers on the market. Each of them in its own way. But Sub is No1
The Seamaster is too chunky and the bracelet feels like an afterthought. Furthermore, the hands on the Seamaster are super hard to read at a glance, especially at night. Rolex uses gold on all its dial indices and hands, Omega does not.
As much as I would love to like the Seamaster, it doesn’t do enough to compete with the Submariner.
Moi!
The Omega’s bracelet is ugly AF, absolutely big & clunky with no tapered sleek look, gross. I will take the most desired Rolex any day & anyone who says anything different is a damn Rolex hater or can’t afford a Rolex. There I said it
The sub has always been the standard for the industry. Hence many manufacture copy their design or build their product not to mention the millions of fakes trying to mimic the true icon . Omega is a very good watch and has great specs however the sub is arguable the winner and the king of dive watches .
Iconic👌
I wouldn’t be comparing the Diver 300 to the submariner. The Planet Ocean is the more premium diver from Omega.
More premium what does that even mean
PO would be more comparable to the sea dweller
No comparison here, the sub is the better all round watch, a watch is about how it looks and feels, nobody really cares about movements and specs. The previous seamaster is a lot better than the current one imo.
Wrong, wrong, and wrong again.
Looks are subjective, and just because you don’t care about the movement does not mean that nobody does. Cheers.
@@Rodolfoguerra12 the movement in the Rolex is solid and reliable, plus its very accurate, what else do you need, the Rolex looks better imo, its not the number 1 dive watch for no reason.
@@coffeeboyclips1973 I respect that for you it is better looking, that’s ok. For no reason is really brand equity, and marketing. Cheers! Enjoy your Rolexes in good health.
@@coffeeboyclips1973 Lol... Rolex isn't the number one dive watch... who told you that garbage.
The one on the right. The Sub.
Not really 😂
Yep, Sub everytime. If you can get your hands on one.
@@goldencalf5144 I don’t think so buddy.
@@Mike-bw5om I know so, buddy.
Omppu voittaa
The sun by a long shot as there are too many issues with the seamaster. The HEV, the hands, the thickness and the bracelet are all a problem
@@PepRex I don’t like the cyclops but at least it serves a purpose. The HEV is an ugly wart and isn’t functional. It’s a tool watch that doesn’t work as a tool
@@thegraciefighter102 And you’d know this how exactly? The Sub is the most cloned watch in the entire world. At least when you see an Omega you know it’s an Omega. 99% of the time when you see what you think is a Sub it turns out to be an Orient or a Seiko. Your Parkinson’s is obviously making you dumb as well as shaky.
@@IrishScribbler you’re very sensitive . No need to be so triggered over men’s jewellery
@@thegraciefighter102 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 You’re a proper eejit, as those of us from Ireland would said. You haven’t a clue what you’re talking about. Newsflash: I actually have the 126610 and it’s a great watch, but it isn’t the miraculous invention that idiots like you think it is. Probably because you can’t actually get one. Also, do you know how to spell? From what I can see, you clearly can’t.
Rolex is better Omega is the runner up
Kindly explain why.
@@IrishScribbler it looks better, it last longer, it’s built more comfortable, I can wear it for free, it’s built better, it wears better. I had both kept the Rolex, not the Submariner, the Sea Dweller 43mm.
Omega is a mall watch you can get at discount.
@@papricep6248 best discount is my retail Rolex, if I ever feel to part ways with it, I can sell it and get my money back. I’m practically wearing a free watch and maybe get a little extra.
I’ve owned both of them. The bracelet ruins the Seamaster in my opinion. The fact it doesn’t taper at all makes the bracelet feel like a huge slab of uncomfortable metal, plus the clasp is huge also. I’d go for a Planet Ocean personally now having owned the Seamaster 300m.
IMHO the Omega is not very pretty. The Sub looks way better.
Dont like the hands of the omega...sub all day long
The anti reflective crystals on the Omega are created through the Verneuil process, also known as “flame fusion”. These are rated at Grade 9 on the Mohs-hardness scale, so if it’s being scratched you must be incredibly careless with it and doing something stupid like scraping it along concrete.
nerd alert
@@michaelbishop9157 Nope. 44 year old journalist who is just a bit picky about what he spends his money on and whether it’s fit for purpose. Sorry Madge!
@@IrishScribbler thought you might be a boomer !
@@michaelbishop9157 Generation X. Or grumpy Irish dude, if you prefer 😉
@@michaelbishop9157
44 year old people aren’t boomers. What’s worse, being a nerd or completely ignorant?
English Pronunciation was on point 😂 good laugh
It’s shocking isn’t it! 😂😂😂😂