Why Swatch Watches Are MEH

In this Swatch review video, I showcase why I think Swatch watches are just meh.

#swatch #fashionwatches #isswissimportant

[BensWatchClub]

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[saiki]

Aren't they more like collectibles. You get a swatch, because you want a Swatch, not because you want any watch

[camtou]

A very positive point about Swatches is that they've made battery replacement very convenient.

[bewareordie]

I feel you're missing the point of these watches. They are in fact designed to be "secondary " watches hence the name. They're supposed to be fun watches that you can wear on certain days. Also reflected in the toyish feel and low cost. For what they are I think they're pretty cool!

[eoghanmyers]

I feel like you kind of miss the point of these watches (which is fine, they don't have to be to everyone's taste). A swatch is a fun, (relatively) cheap, colourful watch that will actually last. Having those bright colours would look terrible on a metal case. On top of this, a lot of people like super light watches.


I take your argument about just buying a casio for less, but the analog casio's are usually either a bit over the top or a bit basic. Swatch is the middle ground.

[txpistolero]

Don’t take Swatches too seriously— they’re meant to be fun. There’s a following for sure. And they last; it’s not uncommon to find working examples from the 80s and 90s. I’d say those are good reasons enough find one and enjoy!

[nineteenninetyfive]

I bought a Swatch in Beijing 8 years ago because I needed a watch and it was the first watch shop I came across. It still keeps time perfectly and looks in good condition despite being worn everyday for at least the first couple of years. I don't think you can be too harsh on this company.

[johnturnerjr]

Ben, I think you've missed the point on Swatch. These aren't meant to be a serious watch like an Omega or Ball. These watches are designed to be fun and a secondary or tertiary watch in your collection. They are supposed to be fun and disposable. This way if you scratch it up or break it, its not a big deal.

[popezosimusthethird]

One thing Swatch has going for it as well is that they are one of the few watchmakers that really take ladies' watches seriously and comes up with unique colours and designs instead of "the same but smaller" or some afterthought minimal designs.
The amount of colours available combined with low prices on the plastic models make them great accessories to switch around depending on what else you're wearing.
Not to mention, they did the best possible job "de-formalizing" watches and making them fun instead of trying to be all class or all function.

[BrianHartman]

The plastic ones aren't a gimmick. Those are Swatch's heritage. When I was a teenager back in the 80s, I had several of those. They were good cheap watches if you wanted to go analog instead of wearing an F91-W.

The plastic aesthetic isn't for everyone, obviously, but I wouldn't call it a gimmick. The metal ones are actually more of a gimmick to me, because that's not who Swatch is.

[mahlanguism]

I love them... I have about 20. One is 35 years old. Some of the collaborations with artists are absolutely beautiful funky pieces. Have a few and add them to your general watch collection.

[SergeantExtreme]

I swear the entire reason YouTube got rid of dislikes was for Ben's Watch Club exclusively. This was one of Ben's most disliked videos before the change.

[kevinhaynes]

A "gimmick" that's lasted almost 40 years. That's some gimmick!

[poleatsky]

i think you are a bit harsh on swatch. i do not like them myself, but i think they are fun colorful and cheerful, always brings me a smile when i see someone wearing them, and i can appreciate them without owning one. also you cant ignore that they are the first who made watches as fashion accessory more then anything else.

[charlyenejohnson]

Someone should have actually read the history before reviewing and calling out several points in the review that are hallmarks of the brand...being a "throw away", being loud (it was marketed as the watch that ticks since day one), that it's intended to be a fun whimsical watch...

[arnaudmeert]

Good points, the plastic ones do feel a bit toy-ish but for me personally it's part of the charm. A bit like wearing a Rolex with Mickey Mouse on it.

[stevenharper]

I had a swatch in the mid 80’s when they where all the rage. Wish I looked after it as they now sell for a few quid! I still have 3 from the 90’s my wife bought me. Still work fine, still wear them occasionally and will never sell them.

[NOSKIPPIN]

COMPLETELY missing the point of a Swatch watch.

[markmcdonnell]

Lol. Straight outta the gates we address the elephant in the room: lockdown buzz cut 😂

[Krshna]

Some people actually want a quality plastic watch. The variety of colours and designs make them awesome. They were released to be something completely unique and they still are. Swatch watches have often been a introduction into watch collecting and a entry point into swiss watches.