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Citizen pioneered solar-powered watches with Eco-Drive in 1976, and that technology remains their calling card today. Never changing a battery might not sound revolutionary, but once you've lived with an Eco-Drive watch, going back to regular quartz feels like a step backward.
The Promaster series delivers professional-grade tool watches. Dive watches, aviation pieces, and land watches all benefit from Eco-Drive technology. Imagine a dive watch that's always ready, even if it's been sitting in a drawer for months. The BN0151 "Promaster Diver" is one of the best values in the dive watch category.
For those who want ultimate accuracy, Citizen's Chronomaster caliber 0100 is the most accurate watch in the world at ±1 second per year. That's not a typo. One second. Per year. While most of us don't need that precision, it shows what Citizen can do when they push the technology.
At accessible prices, Citizen offers dressy Corso models, sporty PCAT radio-controlled watches, and the beloved Nighthawk with its slide rule bezel. The brand doesn't chase hype. They just make reliable watches that work every time you pick them up.
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$248
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$430
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$869
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Common questions about citizen watches
Eco-Drive is Citizen's solar technology that powers watches using any light source (natural or artificial). A fully charged Eco-Drive watch can run for 6-12 months in complete darkness. It eliminates battery changes and is more environmentally friendly than standard quartz.
Citizen is an excellent watch brand known for reliable, innovative watches at accessible prices. Their Eco-Drive technology, Promaster tool watches, and commitment to accuracy make them a favorite among practical watch buyers. They're particularly strong in the $150-500 range.
The rechargeable cell in Eco-Drive watches typically lasts 15-20 years before needing replacement (a simple service). The watch itself can last indefinitely with proper care. Many Eco-Drive watches from the 1990s are still running perfectly.
Both are excellent Japanese brands with different strengths. Citizen excels at quartz/solar technology (Eco-Drive). Seiko is stronger in mechanical/automatic watches. For daily reliability without maintenance, Citizen wins. For mechanical watch enthusiasts, Seiko is preferred.
The Promaster Diver (BN0151) is the best value dive watch. The Nighthawk is iconic for aviation style. The Corso offers elegant everyday wear. For technology enthusiasts, the Chronomaster with ±1 second/year accuracy is remarkable.
Standard Eco-Drive watches are accurate to ±15 seconds per month (better than most quartz). Radio-controlled models sync to atomic clocks for perfect accuracy. The Chronomaster achieves ±1 second per year, making it the most accurate watch available.
Citizen Quartz typically appears around $85 in our tracked pricing.
Citizen Men's Classic typically appears around $99 in our tracked pricing.
Citizen Chandler typically appears around $107 in our tracked pricing.