Tudor vs Omega

[Hulkhunter]

Looking for some viewpoints:

How does Tudor compare to Omega in terms of quality? (Materials, movement, finish etc)

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by Hulkhunter

Looking for some viewpoints:

How does Tudor compare to Omega in terms of quality? (Materials, movement, finish etc)

Which model(s)?
Current or vintage?

[Mystro]

Omega’s new watches fitted with the Master Chronometer movements are a lot better than anything from Tudor. The METAS certified Omega movements are some of the best in the industry. Outstanding.

[JP123]

The only issue I have with Omegas are their thickness.

[Hulkhunter]

I was referring to the modern stuff. I’m considering buying either a SMP/PO or potentially a BB58 (Harrods) while I wait for a Sub allocation.

[Greg 59]

Originally Posted by Mystro

Omega’s new watches fitted with the Master Chronometer movements are a lot better than anything from Tudor. The METAS certified Omega movements are some of the best in the industry. Outstanding.

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[Hulkhunter]

Originally Posted by Mystro

Omega’s new watches fitted with the Master Chronometer movements are a lot better than anything from Tudor. The METAS certified Omega movements are some of the best in the industry. Outstanding.

Thanks for that. Kind of thought as much.

I’m still fairly new to the hobby so I’m not too clued up on the ins and outs of movements. It’s just good to know you are getting good value for money and isn’t all about paying for a name.

[macrowatch]

"Brand" value I think Omega remains better. Lots more advertisement and money spent on endorsements. Tudor is still playing catchup.

Overall, I'd ignore the brands here (since if playing the brand game, just play in the Rolex/Patek field). If playing the weaker brand pool, just look watch to watch and make a decision there by price point since finishing, etc will vary a lot from watch to watch. e.g. still no link adjustment on Speedmasters, but rolled out on the SMP.

[eteokles]

Both brands make high quality watches that should last a lifetime and more.

[tbk]

I'd pick Omega 10 out of 10 times. Omega have a lot of very nice models, and nothing in the Tudor lineup appeals to me at all.

[Greg 59]

I cannot believe we are comparing omega with tudor. You may aswell compare Rolex with tudor in that case.

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[Justinmg]

Originally Posted by eteokles

Both brands make high quality watches that should last a lifetime and more.

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[DoctorA]

Originally Posted by Hulkhunter

Thanks for that. Kind of thought as much.

I’m still fairly new to the hobby so I’m not too clued up on the ins and outs of movements. It’s just good to know you are getting good value for money and isn’t all about paying for a name.

If you’re talking about value for the money, nothing beats a grand seiko imho!
I won’t compare the details and craftsmanship to Patek but for a fraction of the price, you get too darn close
I won’t compare the exclusivity to rolex but for a fraction of the price you can get pretty unique and very exclusive pieces!!

Well to me GS>Omega>Tudor

[iliketime]

they both love to crap out very similar watches with slight tweaks and dress it up as another model.

[JP(Canada)]

I enjoy Tudors, but Omegas are in every meaningful regard much finer watches.

I would also say the brand has a far deeper history and richer identity in the industry. They are among the industry leaders in watch making technology.

But, both Omega and Tudor are produced and available in good numbers, and are dependable watches that will perform and last a lifetime.

Still, when I pass on a watch to the next generation, it will be an Omega.

[nicky77]

I also prefer Omega to Tudor.

I enjoy their history, I like seeing their evolution in models.
I think that there is a good opportunity to collect vintage, if you want to.
I also like their case designs more.
Finishing wise, they are probably above Tudor, but Tudor does not have an open back, which is something that I like in watches (which most Omegas offer).
When looking at which watch to buy next, lately Omega has been getting the vote.

[unknown]

Originally Posted by Greg 59

I cannot believe we are comparing omega with tudor. You may aswell compare Rolex with tudor in that case.

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yeah ... and WTF is wrong with that ??
Or do you really think Rolex is better ?

Take a rolex sub and a Pelagos ... compare them and TEST them ( waterproof, precision, shockproof, etc) You would be very surprised

[pepsiretail]

Originally Posted by Greg 59

I cannot believe we are comparing omega with tudor. You may aswell compare Rolex with tudor in that case.

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I agree.

[h20addict]

Omega hands down. In my opinion the new SMPc is miles ahead of any black bay variant in both build quality, finish, and especially the movement.

[pepsiretail]

Originally Posted by nicky77

I also prefer Omega to Tudor.

I enjoy their history, I like seeing their evolution in models.
I think that there is a good opportunity to collect vintage, if you want to.
I also like their case designs more.
Finishing wise, they are probably above Tudor, but Tudor does not have an open back, which is something that I like in watches (which most Omegas offer).
When looking at which watch to buy next, lately Omega has been getting the vote.

Well said.

Since buying my little Aqua Terra 38.5 Quartz I am finding myself more and more drawn to the brand. Seriously considering the 15000 Gauss model, just a fantastic watch.

[reddog4063]

I've been impressed with the newer stuff omega has been putting out and the bracelets are super nice as well. Buy either brand pre-owned and let someone take that first step of depreciation, both brands prices seem to level off after that and you can hold and not lose much from there if you ever opt to get out of a model.

[djgallo]

Tudor is way better....for style, quality, and price....you can compare!

[ralpie]

Originally Posted by JP123

The only issue I have with Omegas are their thickness.

Came to say the same thing. Not too bad with Titanium, but my Steel Planet Ocean GMT is a weekend watch for sure!

[ganiccus]

Omega may make better watches, but I prefer the Tudor brand and what they have done in the last 10 years to get out of Rolex shadow. Also, I feel Omega is poisonning their brand by releasing 'limited' editions of their speedmaster for whatever BS reason that nobody really cares about. And the way they also drastically change the design of the Seamaster every couple of years really does not intice me to buy the model.

[joli160]

What is better ? Omega does appeal more to me

[ganiccus]

Also the James Bond limited editions are way too corny, Omega is trying way too hard to make them a movie franchise watch instead of a realistic tool watch worn by a British spy. Their 210.22.42.20.01.004 reference is absolutely awful, I can't believe people are actually buying that at MSRP.

[Bozack90]

I think it depends on the watch however on the whole I'd put Omega up alongside Rolex and not so much Tudor....

there are some Tudors I really like, but none yet which have been a must have...whereas Omega has some really nice watches and am currently torn between a speedy or a smp bond as that blue wave dial is so nice.

[kieselguhr]

Both brands have their merits. Omega is much more renowned than Tudor due to marketing. The best way to decide is to go to an AD and compare them side by side.

I have objectively compared the build quality of the Seamaster white to a Tudor BB ETA. My impressions as follows;

Case design - Omega has an exceptional case design and is far sleeker than the uncontoured BB. The omega is 42mm in diameter, and 14mm thick, 50mm lug to lug. In comparison, the Tudor BB is 41mm in diameter, 12.5mm thick, and 50mm lug to lug length.

Dial - The wave dial of the Omega is stunning, especially in white in comparison to the demure matte black of the BB.

Hands and hour markers - Close up inspection reveals that both are clean and of similar quality construction. The SMP’s hour markers and skeletonized hands are lined with blackened gold. Meanwhile the BB has the signature snowflake design and is lined in polished metal.

Diving bezel - the tactile feel of the Omega bezel is cheap and flimsy in comparison to the Tudor BB which has a crisp tactile feel and definitive audible click similar to big brother Rolex Submariner. The SMP has a ceramic insert in comparison to the BB’s anodized aluminum. The Tudor BB bezel with the coin edge is much easier to operate on land. From experience, it is also easy to use underwater both gloved and ungloved.

Bracelet - The SMP bracelet is a 5 link design and the details are superb with alternating high polish and brushed finish. It has a diver’s extension, and an adjustment system. The SMP bracelet is superior in every way to the 3 link oyster of the Tudor BB that lacks a simple diver’s extension, a mere 3 hole adjustment at the clasp, and has a simple brushed finish with polished sides. The omega clasp uses a twin lock system as opposed to the Tudor’s clamshell lock. The Tudor does use ceramic snaps which supposedly reduces wear and tear due to long term opening and closing.

Movement - Omega SMP contains the Co-axial 8800. The Omega movement is touted to require less lubrication, yet is subjected to less wear and tear due to its departure from the traditional lever escapement design. It has 55 hour power reserve, is nicely decorated which is viewable via the display caseback. The Tudor BB either has an ETA 2824-2 (regulated to chronometer grade) with a 40 hour power reserve or the Tudor in house MT 5612 (chronometer grade) which has a 70 hour power reserve. Both the ETA and the MT are traditional lever escapement and both are spartan in comparison to the Omega movement and hidden behind a steel caseback.

Diving function - The Omega is rated to a depth of 300m and has an HEV. The Tudor is rated to 200m. Both watches have overbuilt specs for any recreational diver that typically goes to 18m (open water) or 30m (advanced open water) and will serve as a novelty backup timer just fine.

Price points - Omega is $5200 brand new and typically ~$4000 +/- 500 used. The Tudor BB is $3725 new and typically $3000 +/- 250 used.

[helmor]

Omega outshines Tudor in every way in terms of quality. When it comes to materials, movement, finish etc (which is what OP is asking for) the fair comparison would be Omega vs Rolex.

[nda]

Originally Posted by DoctorA

If you’re talking about value for the money, nothing beats a grand seiko imho!
I won’t compare the details and craftsmanship to Patek but for a fraction of the price, you get too darn close
I won’t compare the exclusivity to rolex but for a fraction of the price you can get pretty unique and very exclusive pieces!!

Well to me GS>Omega>Tudor

Grand Seiko certainly make lovely cases and dials - incredible finishing. But I am not sure the movement finishing comes that close to Omega - and is a country mile away from Patek.