Tudor Monochrome VS Rolex Submariner - How close are they?

Today we take a closer look at two fantastic and similar dive watches. Is the Submariner worth the significant premium? Does the Monochrome beat out the Rolex? How do you think they compare?

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[HarveyHanerfeld]

Here's my take and behavior. Over the last 6 months I have purchased at retail the Tudor Ranger, Tudor Monochrome and Tudor BB58 GMT for a total retail price of $12, 300. That's the approximate grey market pricing of the no date sub. Pricing of the GMT and the monochrome is the same as the retail of the sub. The Rolex is ridiculously overpriced for what it is (I have owned a sub 16610 for 3 decades and love it-so I'm no Rolex hater). My new 3 watch collection will bring much more happiness than a single modern sub. Each of my new Tudors is fabulous and distinct and worn in different settings. I don't value the "Rolex Status" at all, and so 3 for the price of one works great for me.

[thebestoffools]

The Tudor sub looks really nice with the jubilee.

[gregcarnall]

I have the Monochrome and love it, ive also found the movement to be less than 0.5 secs a day so pretty solid. I also prefer the matt bezel and dial, i think the roles looks a little too shiny!!

[dsmlive]

I purchased my monochrome on the jubilee during Brent Millers VIP cave event. What a watch! I also enjoy my 2020 sub date. I can have the vintage no date feel . Both represent differently.

[Anditspee]

Basically the Rolex is 20% nicer for double the price. Whether that’s worth it or not is down to the buyer ;)

[granthaley]

I think the burgundy is the one to go for. It has its own identity and is unique to Tudor in the Rolex/Tudor family. While the monochrome is a lovely watch, in the back of your mind, would you always be wondering if you should have spent the extra on the sub?

[alnadaf]

I owned the BB41 black with in-house movement for three years and was forced to sell it after 3 years of ownership. I bought the BB58 black in May with rivet bracelet in May brand new and managed to get a £200 discount. I'm keeping it but compared to the BB41 I had it feels underwhelming. Last month I purchased the Monochrome with 5 link bracelet. It is 5 months old and in absolutely pristine condition. I bought that for around £2700 compared to the £3900 price for a new one. It is an unbelievable watch.

[daviddeavours]

I just got the Black Bay Mono for Christmas (thanks "Santa" !). Honestly I simply would not buy the Rolex version at this point. Tudor makes a better product for less than half the retail cost of the Rolex, without having to jump through hoops or over pay on the secondary market. I've been a Rolex owner since 1999 and I simply won't by another Rolex given the market and the AD disposition today.

[Scan_Speak]

I've wanted a no date Submariner forever. Now that I can afford conflicted. As much as I would like to own a Rolex, I simply don't want to be seen wearing a Rolex. Anyways, thats my story.

[ivebanger]

I think it’s interesting that, intentionally or not, your shots of the watches side-by-side would alternate in terms of which side the watches were placed. I found that my eye naturally gravitated toward the Tudor, in terms of what I found pleasing. Almost a Rorschach-esque effect. Nicely done, if intended. Otherwise, an interesting litmus test for the eye. Beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder.

[jonnypescado]

I've never owned a Rolex, but did recently get the BB Burgandy Mk3 on 5 link (it's the ONLY diver I'd consider on 5 link/Jubilee. I don't know why it works on this one, but it does). Here's my question:

I believe the Tudor Burgandy belongs in a collection ALONGSIDE a Sub. Does the Burgandy belong in a collection with the Monochrome? I don't know. What say y'all?

[jspeakman]

I prefer the more understated elegance of the Tudor, its slender lugs and lack of crown guards harking back to its vintage toolish origins. The Rolex sadly has become too shouty, 'look at me' for my taste.

[BPFnSC]

I own the newest version of the Rolex Submariner Date that I got from my local AD. Knowing what I know now, if this Tudor had been around when I was looking to buy my first luxury watch, the Tudor on jubilee would have been my pick.

[Jamesdhillegas]

Great side by side shots Bruce. The Sub finishing to my eye is so much crisper and noticeable. Love Tudor and own a Pelagos but between these two for me it has to be the Sub.

[AbbotHolzhauer]

Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from MAMACOO I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.

[OzaineChiarello]

Outstanding video.I have to go with the AMZWATCH, especially with that green dial as my favorite

[theoriginaljohngalt]

I really like the Rolex but I don’t like the shininess of it. I prefer a more brushed look to watches. Yet, I still have my name on the “interest list” for a no date Submariner. I currently have a Black Bay 54 and I absolutely love it due to the size. It’s just so easy to wear.

[lomadonkey]

I saw the BB41 monochrome in real and it looks great. I only think they should make the hour hand a bit shorter/smaller like on the Pelagos or GMT. Also I think they should write the max depth in a symmetrical way. My favourite Tudor is the BB54 on the rubber, just the two before mentioned points should be changed there as well ;)

[slanealb]

One nice plus of the Tudor is the OEM availability of a 5 link bracelet.

[LazTheGreek]

Great video and comparison of the 2 watches.