The Best Watches Under $200 in 2022

Watches are one of the ways people showcase their personalities, styles, and individual taste. Watches are loved for their functionality and the style upgrade they give people when they wear them, and, like anything that has to do with fashion, the majority of people tend to believe that the higher its price, the better its value. However, these under $200 watches are here to prove otherwise, they prove that even the most budget-friendly, horological beauties can offer real value, be timeless fashion pieces, and be superior, unbreakable watches without you breaking your bank to buy them.

When it comes to toughness, this watch leads while others follow. With its masculine look and black color design, this watch will definitely upgrade your look and make you distinguishable. It comes with a Cordura nylon fabric band that is stronger than regular nylon, which also provides extremely high resistance to stretching and tearing. Even though it is not the smartest watch out there, this is a watch with a classic design that is sure to make you look like you know what you are doing. Additionally, it is very lightweight at only 2.15 Ounces.

Pros

• Classic design with an all black colourway
• Durable

Cons

• Not the smartest watch

Specification

• Price $140.00
• Package Dimensions 4.41 x 4.09 x 3.23 inches
• Item weight 2.15 Ounces
• Band Material Nylon

If coming with special features such as time display, sleep monitor, text messaging, GPS, pedometer, notifications, and a heart rate monitor doesn’t make you want to buy this smart watch right now, then you should know that this watch is definitely a fashion piece. This smart watch is available in white and black and has 5 battery life days in workout mode and 20 days in power-saving mode. Apart from being durable and comfortable, this watch is also water-resistant for up to 50 meters, so it is a life-friendly hybrid smartwatch that can accompany you to the pool or the showers, and it can even survive a downpour. Another feature that gives you an opportunity to play with this watch when it comes to fashion is that it features multiple bands. It’s easy to change them out in seconds. This smart watch is compatible with iOS (iOS 10 and higher) and Android (6 and higher), iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 10 or later, or smartphone/tablet with Android 6 or later (Android 4.3 or later without phone notifications), and you can customize call, text, event & app notifications from your smartphone right on the watch screen.

Pros

• It has long battery life
• It has amazing smart features like fitness tracking, heart rate sensor and GPS

Cons

• The included plastic band maybe a little uncomfortable

Specification

• Price $199.95
• Package Dimensions ‎9.72 x 6.06 x 2.68 inches
• Item weight 2.08 Ounces
• Band Material ‎Mesh

This watch is probably among the most budget-friendly on this list, but that doesn’t mean it’s lacking in quality. This watch is water-resistant up to 200 meters, and it is suitable for professional marine activity, diving, and surface water sports. It is made with a stainless steel band, which is adjustable by adding or removing links that can fold over the safety clasp. This watch has a classic design that will surely add to the fashion statement you are making, and it also has an automatic movement and a resilient mineral crystal face. If you are a fan of classy-looking watches, this should be your first choice. It also has a black unidirectional rotating steel bezel that features coin edge detailing, making for an amazing finish.

Pros

• Water resistant
• Great automatic movement

Cons

• Might have accuracy issues after some time

Specification

• Price $64.99
• Package Dimensions 1.9 x 1.5 x .6 inches
• Item weight 5.29 Ounces
• Band Material Stainless Steel

Easily one of the most recognizable watch dials in the world, Mondaine SBB watches are styled after the classic railway clocks found all over Switzerland. Pure in both technical and aesthetic quality, Mondaine is the unification of timeless Swiss design with function, form, and innovation. This watch is proof that quality can be affordable. Not only is it of high quality, but it is also very attractive, and the polished stainless steel case is waterproof to three bar. The crystal glass covering the face is domed for a magnifying effect. Even though it is not a smart watch, when you get this watch, you will get the ‘Swiss Made’ stamp of approval.

Pros

• Easy to ready time
• Iconic and classic Swiss design and style

Cons

• The strap maybe short for some people

Specification

• Price $195.00
• Package Dimensions 11.14 x 2.99 x 1.26 inches
• Item weight 0.71 Ounces
• Band Material Faux Leather

The Orient brand is a part of the Seiko Epson Corporation and this watch is exactly what you would expect to get from a reputable brand. This watch has amazing features that make it feel like you are getting more than you paid for, like water resistance for up to 200 m with a screw-down crown. With so many diver watches available, it could be said with confidence that this is one of the top, affordable, and high-quality mechanical diver watches on the market today. This 41 mm watch has a hacking and hand-winding in-house automatic movement and a 120-click bezel. Add the small lug to lug distance and curved case shape, and you have a watch that wears incredibly well on a large range of wrist sizes. Being water-resistant for 200m (660ft) makes this watch suitable for professional marine activity and serious surface water sports, but not diving

Pros

• Screw-down crown
• It has in-house automatic movement

Cons

• The crown is sometimes hard to unscrew

Specification

• Price $132.48
• Package Dimensions 4.72 x 4.72 x 4.72 inches
• Item weight 12.64 Ounces
• Band Material Stainless Steel

If you are an outdoorsy person, then this watch is the perfect match for you. This Timex Expedition watch is built with water-resistant materials, so you’ll be ready for any outdoors adventure. The rugged design fits perfectly in nature with any outdoor activity, and the revolutionary INDIGLO backlight technology helps you to read time at night. This watch is attractive and lightweight, and it was built to withstand whatever life throws its way, so you can enjoy the freedom to explore the great outdoors.

Pros

• INDIGLO night-light
• Rugged looking design

Cons

• Not suitable for dressier situations

Specification

• Price $66.00
• Package Dimensions 1.57 x 3.94 x 2.36 inches
• Item weight 1.12 Ounces
• Band Material Nylon

This watch is designed by a brand known for making quality, fashionable watches and accessories that are both fun and accessible, so you can bet you are getting the best quality watch at an affordable price. This boldly designed watch is water-resistant for up to 50 m (165ft), and that makes it suitable for short periods of recreational swimming and showering, but not diving or snorkeling. This watch features an all-black design, with a black case, matt black dial, black indices, and it is finished with a black waxed-leather strap. This watch is clean, with its military-inspired design, and its oversized lugs and bold details offer a laid-back yet rugged feel that is perfect for any adventure, day or night. This watch is rigid, durable, and guaranteed to last.

Pros

• Bold, masculine design

Cons

• The whole watch black design may not be for everyone

Specification

• Price $76.82
• Package Dimensions 5.91 x 5.91 x 5.91 inches
• Item weight 3.86 Ounces
• Band Material Leather