The Best Diver's Watches

Diver's watches are normally associated with water-resistance to at least 90 metres and a distinctive one-way bezel to enable divers to record the duration of their dive. However their striking looks and rugged build quality also make diver's watches popular for both everyday use and formal occasions. These watches all come from highly reputable companies, have high build quality - all have sapphire crystals for example - and are specifically designed as tool watches for use in scuba diving. Prices range from below $500 to $10,000+.

Rolex Submariner

Rolex Submariner

Arguably the most iconic diver's watch ever made, the Submariner comes in a variety of styles which have each set a benchmark for other brands to copy, but never emulate. There is a waiting list at most dealers to acquire a new model.

Omega Seamaster

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M

Famous for its appearance in James Bond films, the Seamaster features a Co-Axial Master Chronometer movement, helium escape valve, ceramic dial, and a 300m water resistance rating.

Seiko Prospex SLA021

Seiko Prospex

The Prospex SLA021J1 is a premium Seiko dive watch with a 300m depth rating, monocoque case, and the high-end 8L35 automatic movement. There is also a more affordable model with the solar Caliber V192.

Citizen Promaster

Citizen Promaster Eco-Drive

Solar-powered with ISO 6425 certification, 200m water resistance, and a titanium case option, this model is ultra-lightweight and low-maintenance.

G-Shock Frogman

Casio G-Shock Frogman GWF-D1000

ISO-certified and solar-powered, the Frogman is known for its satelite-linked accuracy, shock resistance, digital dive log, 200m water resistance and super-rugged case.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms

One of the earliest modern dive watches, featuring 300m water resistance, sapphire bezel, and elite finishing on Blancpain's in-house automatic movement.

Tudor Pelagos

Tudor Pelagos

A titanium dive watch with a 500m rating, helium escape valve, and in-house movement. The auto-adjusting clasp makes it perfect for wetsuit wearers. Made by Rolex.

Oris Aquis

Oris Aquis

A value-packed Swiss dive watch with 300m water resistance, robust build quality, ceramic bezel, and either the high-end Oris Calibre 400 or the proven 733 Sellita-based movement.

Doxa SUB 300T

Doxa SUB 300T

Renowned for its good value and bright dials, the 300T features a Swiss automatic calibre and 1200m water resistance. Doxa were one of the pioneers of dive wtches, collaborating with Jacques Cousteua in the 1960s.

Breitling Superocean

Breitling Superocean

Offers 500m water resistance, COSC-certified automatic movement, and a bold modern aesthetic, the Superocean is ideal for both diving and daily wear.

Longines HydroConquest

Longines HydroConquest

An affordable Swiss automatic dive watch with 300m resistance, ceramic bezel, and a high degree of polish and finish typical of Longines.

Sinn U1

Sinn U1

Made from German submarine steel, this 1000m-rated diver has a distinctive tool look, high legibility, and excellent anti-magnetic protection.

Blancpain X Swatch Fifty Fathoms

Blancpain X Swatch Fifty Fathoms

Blancpain collaborated with Swatch to create this automatic watch, crafted from bioceramic material and water-resistant up to 50 fathoms (91 metres).

TAG Heuer Aquaracer

TAG Heuer Aquaracer

A stylish dive watch with sporty lines, ceramic bezel, 300m water resistance, and Swiss quartz or automatic movement options.

Tissot Seastar 2000

Tissot Seastar 2000

Combines affordability with function, offering a Swiss automatic Powermatic 80 movement, ceramic bezel, and 300m rating, making it a great entry-level diver's watch.

Zodiac Super Sea Wolf

Zodiac Super Sea Wolf

A retro diver with bold colors and a 200m water resistance. It brings mid-century charm with modern specs and Swiss automatic movement.

Bremont Supermarine

Bremont Supermarine

British-engineered with a robust build, chronometer rating, and 500m water resistance, the Supermarine has been designed in partnership with military divers.

Squale 1521

Squale 1521

Squale have been specialising in professional dive watches since they were founded in 1959. This classic auromatic 500m dive watch is manufactured in Ticino, Switzerland.

Panerai Submersible

Panerai Submersible

Panerai have a long heritage in diver's watches and the Submersible is a distinctive premium 300m automatic timepiece from the Swiss Richemont company.

Helm Vanuatu

Helm Vanuatu

This 300m-rated diver's watch is built with a Seiko automatic movement in China by the US-based owners. The Vanuatu was their first watch, launched in 2015 and represents exceptional value for money for a watch with such a high spec.

Nic Oatridge 2025