Omega better than rolex

I personally think both are on the same level. Rolex has more classics vs Omega and I think Omega has a better choices vs Rolex. The Submariner is wayyyy more iconic vs Seamaster and the Speedmaster is way more iconic vs Daytona. Where Omega wins hands down would be the price compared to Rolex.

Rolex has moved themselves up the premium ladder quite a bit compared to Omega, but Omega is fast pushing that envelope as well.

In terms of mechanical quality, they are in the same ballpark.

Which will last longer? How long are you looking at? 50 years? 100 years? 200 years? Really depends if the art of watchmaking survives at the timeframe you want your watch to last till.

I'm lucky enough to own pieces by both makers and the quality and craftmenship of Rolex is slightly better than Omega (my personal opinion). However I probably prefer Omega, their watches are more readily available and the AD's are far nicer to deal with.

Thank you this is wanted to know.

I think one thing many would agree with is Rolex is considerably more annoying, lol.

I have SMP300m seaweed and Explorer II black. To me they are at the same level of finishing quality

I prefer Rolex bracelet to Omega’s but it is just my personal preference.

Where Omega shines is movement. I like that they went out of their way and mass produced co-axial escapement, which only watch nerds would pay any attention to. Rolex movement, robust and dependable as it may be, doesn’t speak to me the same way as Omega’s.

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I own an SMP and a Datejust. Agree with most of the above. Rolex bracelets both look and feel far superior. The quality of finish on the cases and dials is pretty equal and I love the sapphire on the back of the Speedy. However the size and thinness of the Daytona wins. If the Speedy could get down to those dimensions I’d say it’s 50/50.

Yeah I've heard Britt Pearce say that Rolex is the best at dimensions and wearability.

It is. The GMT and Daytona are perfect size and fit. I don’t think any GMT or chrono needs to be bigger or chunkier than those. Rolex has perfected the sizing over many decades.

The one I don’t agree with is the Sub. Why they inflated it to 41mm with the maxi case I have no idea.

Also, the 36mm Datejust is for me the quintessential Rolex. I got the green but would have been happy with silver/blue/black dial as well.

(Late night snap of the bedside table)

Omega wins on movement, that's the most important thing in a time measuring device for me.

Feature to feature, when compared objectively on paper, Omega is typically offering a better product at a better price. Compare an Omega AquaTerra against a Rolex Datejust. Omega has METAS certification, higher anti-magnetic resistance, and the coaxial movement - all of which out spec the Rolex.

And, you can typically walk into an AD and buy the watch you want, when you want. This beats Rolex again, on availability and purchase experience.

And, MSRP is typically 15-20% less than Rolex - and this doesn’t even figure into the possibility of the Omega AD being willing to offer a discount. Try getting a discount on a Rolex. Just try.

Rolex may make a great watch. I honestly tried to get into Rolex. But the only model I was interested in was just discontinued before I was even able to see, much less purchase, the damn thing. I gave up on Rolex, and have found myself extremely satisfied with Omega. I’m up to four Omegas in my collection now, and my next three watches are likely to be Omega.

Good luck on the omega collecting journey

I’m fortunate to own both Omega and Rolex . For me Rolex is superior, the bracelet and general feel of the watch is of better quality in my eyes. I also prefer the Rolex catalogue, I find Omega far to cluttered with many variations of the same watch. A negative for me with Rolex is the hype around the brand, I hate this investment and flex bs. I’ve been a Rolex fan for many years and hold on to the memory when Rolex was a tool and every day watch ( albeit expensive). If someone is fairly new to watches , I completely understand the dislike of Rolex, the purchase process through todays ADs is not a enjoyable experience!! . End of the day, both are fantastic watch brands and make superb products but we all have our own opinions.. it would be boring if we didn’t ☺️🤝

It’s been great so far, and I am extremely enthusiastic about Omega. Next up is the new white dial Speedy. Here’s a few pics:

Actually,,, the current GMT Master II line-up still uses the Maxi case (the case you referred to the Sub) whereas the refreshed Submariner line-up (from 2020) have, although it is marketed as 41, gone smaller. You compare the current GMT Master II to the current Submariner, the Submariner looks more sleek and compact than the GMT Master II.

That small seconds AT is so great. I was torn when I was deciding between that and the white Seamaster, but went with the Seamaster since I already had a datejust. I might still get the AT though.

Rolex is MLB and Omega is AAA 😉

Omega is an excellent way to get seriously into this great hobby, Rolex in this sense is perhaps on the same level in collecting [basic sports models]

A Rolex Sky Dweller for example is on another level...

The major difference between them is promotion. Rolex spends more and like politics it works. Otherwise they are at even par on quality.

Due respect to the OP, the Rolex vs Omega comparison is weak and tired. It's the upteenth iteration of the same question.

Who competes with Rolex based on quality, finishing, etc.? It is a false equivalency / click bait question which inevitably ends up with Omega on the other side (or sometimes Grand Seiko and most recently San Martin). Rolex is a monolith and the others are not. Most of the time, Omega is not even competing for the same dollar in a realistic sense.

A better approach? Isolate specific models from several brands to compare against models in the Rolex lineup. You'll get a better answer to this question.

You want factual answers to this question: Ask a trusted AD. Ask a watch repair tech about failure rate. What you have here is mostly opinion.

Lmao u are right and I mostly agree with you also I didn't know that San Martin was good enough to be compared to rolex. Will u tell more about that furlan mari you've got. You have an amazing collection.

It's a really great watch. You won't be disappointed!

Thx. The San Martin came courtesy of a recent You Tube review that was reposted on the Crunch. I am really enjoying the FM. The style and attention to detail are what grabbed me plus a solid movement -- La Joux-Perret G100 (a member of the Citizen group). The watch comes with two nice leather bands as well. I though $1,500 was reasonable given the entire package.

Nice to know that.

Broadly equivalent. Movement wise they're equal with Omega having some grand complications in their lineup.

Fit and finish, almost same although Omega doesn't really give the non dive watches tool less micro adjust clasps (WHY OMEGA WHY 🥹)

Omega is also, IMHO better at putting different finish types on a watch/bracelet than Rolex.

Also, even today, Omega will be a solid 20% less than an equivalent Rolex.

The Rolex oyster bracelet is great although it's just a bit... Plain. The Rolex jubilee is excellent.

Same ballpark but Omega makes a wider variety of watches, particularly dress watches, at a wider variety of prices. Rolex tends to pump their prices up with premium, precious-metal watches. Omega produces more interesting complications. Rolex makes better proportioned (i.e. thinner) watches. Otherwise, they're pretty much the same.

Completely agree with you. Rolex designs are head-turners, they just have that spark. Omega is no slouch too, but at the moment, they are pumping out just way too many variations and re-issues. To be honest that reduces the catalogue in terms of elegance.

Rolex gets their dimensions right. There is always something about Omega dimensions that is slightly off - bracelets too wide etc.

100%. Rolex was able to breakaway from just a brand to a pop culture icon. Soft drinks/soda you think of Coke. Success and luxury and you think Rolex. That's something that money can't buy or replicate.

Prefer Rolex bracelets like many here but, finishing is equal. Rolex beats EVERYONE at marketing which is why their status is so high.

Price? Not anymore. They are more expensive than their Rolex Daytona counterpart. But, for the most part Omega's MSRP prices still "somewhat lower" than Rolex .