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Casio A168 vs Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex)

Side-by-side comparison of specifications and features

CasioA168
Casio Analog — White dial, resin case
CasioAnalog

Key Differences

Best Value
Casio Analog (Ref. MQ-24 · Unisex)
Starting from $20
Slimmest
Casio Analog (Ref. MQ-24 · Unisex)
7.8mm thick

See Both Watches on Your Wrist

Compare visual case presence and physical footprint on one shared wrist. Measure your top-down wrist width for a stronger result; lug-to-lug is used when the catalog has it.

Medium (6.7″)

Estimated top width: 56.7 mm

Preliminary range: 54.761.8 mm.

Wrist side

Left and right measurements are saved separately on this device.

Watch A

Casio A168

10:09
Squircle · 36.3mm · 38.6mm lug-to-lug

Visual presence

Moderate

Case covers 64% of your modeled wrist width.

Physical footprint

Clear space

Estimated clearance: 9.0 mm per side.

Case: 36.3mmLug-to-lug: 38.6mmLug width: 18mmThickness: 9.6mm
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Watch B

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex)

Round · 34.9mm · 38.8mm lug-to-lug

Visual presence

Moderate

Case covers 62% of your modeled wrist width.

Physical footprint

Clear space

Estimated clearance: 8.9 mm per side.

Case: 34.9mmLug-to-lug: 38.8mmLug width: 16mmThickness: 7.8mm
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Proportional guide only: visual presence and physical footprint do not predict comfort. Weight, thickness, caseback shape, rigid lugs, strap stiffness, wrist-bone prominence, wearing tension, bezel design, and case curvature change how a watch actually wears. Non-round silhouettes use a verified family shape and catalog dimensions where available; missing case height or width is estimated from a conservative family aspect ratio.

Price Comparison

Casio A168
MSRP
$40
New
$52
Used
$22
Casio Analog
MSRP
$20
New
$30
Used
$12
MSRP New (Amazon) Used (eBay)

Side-by-Side Specs

Start with the specifications that meaningfully differ. Expand the complete table for reference details and missing-data context.

Specification differences for Casio A168, Casio Analog
Specification
A168
Analog
Pricing
MSRPAnalog is $20 less at MSRP$40$20
New PriceAnalog is $22.3 less based on the current snapshot$52$30
Used Price (Low)Analog is $10 less at the low end$22$12
Used Price (High)$181$1,000
30-Day Trend+10.0%+14.8%
Used Price Range$22 - $181$12 - $1,000
Identity
StyleDigital, CasualCasual
Dimensions
DiameterAnalog is 1.4mm smaller36.3mm34.9mm
ThicknessAnalog is 1.8mm thinner9.6mm7.8mm
WeightAnalog is 29g lighter49g20g
Lug Width18mm16mm
Lug to Lug38.6mm38.8mm
Case
Case MaterialStainless SteelResin
Dial
Dial ColorBlackWhite
5 specifications both watches share
MovementQuartz
CrystalAcrylic
Water Resistance30m (splash resistant)
BezelFixed
LuminousNot included

Which Should You Buy?

If you are deciding between Casio A168 and Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex), the real decision is usually about digital character versus casual versatility, entry price versus premium finishing or specs. Treat it as a value-versus-upgrade decision — confirm the extra spend solves a problem you will notice every week.

Bottom line

There is a real price gap here — treat the more expensive option as an upgrade decision and confirm whether the extra spend buys something you will notice in weekly use. Choose Casio A168 if you are specifically shopping for a digital style watch; choose Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) if you are specifically shopping for a casual style watch.

Choose Casio A168 when

Casio A168 is a better fit for low-maintenance daily wear, digital styling.

Choose Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) when

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) is a better fit for low-maintenance daily wear, casual styling.

Key Differences

Movement and upkeep

Casio A168: quartz movement

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex): quartz movement

Both use the same movement type, so maintenance differences are limited and fit or feature details should decide the purchase.

Size and wearability

Casio A168: 36.3mm · L2L 38.6mm · 49g

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex): 34.9mm · L2L 38.8mm · 20g

Their size profiles are relatively close, so fit comes down to shape, weight, and how each watch sits on your wrist.

Water resistance

Casio A168: 30m

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex): 30m

Water resistance is similar on paper, so focus on fit, features, and price instead.

Price and value

Casio A168: $44

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex): $20

There is a real price gap here — treat the more expensive option as an upgrade decision and confirm whether the extra spend buys something you will notice in weekly use.

Style and use case

Casio A168: digital

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex): casual

Casio A168 leans more digital, while Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) pulls toward casual use case — pick the one that matches how you will actually wear it.

Crystal and materials

Casio A168: acrylic crystal · steel

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex): acrylic crystal · resin

Materials are broadly similar, so finish, fit, and price will matter more than the materials list alone.

Why These Watches Are Often Compared

Casio A168 and Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) get compared constantly because both are casual watches, they are within 1.4mm of each other in case width, they share the same quartz movement — so the spec sheet alone will not tell you which to buy.

The Differences You Will Notice in Daily Use

  • Casio A168 comes on steel; Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) comes on resin. This is usually the difference you feel first.
  • Casio A168 is 49g and Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) is 20g — a 29g gap is noticeable over a full day.
  • Casio A168 uses a steel case, Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) a resin case — that changes both weight and how premium it feels.
  • Casio A168 is 9.6mm thick and Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) is 7.8mm — the slimmer one slides under a shirt cuff more easily.
  • Casio A168 has the dressier vintage-metal look of the pair.

Which One Feels More Premium

Casio A168 — Casio A168 uses a steel case, Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) a resin case — that changes both weight and how premium it feels.

Which One Is More Comfortable

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) — Casio A168 comes on steel; Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) comes on resin. This is usually the difference you feel first.

Which One Should You Buy

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) for most buyers — Casio A168 comes on steel; Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) comes on resin. This is usually the difference you feel first. Go with Casio A168 instead if you want the more substantial steel case rather than resin.

Sources: https://techsolving.net/casio-a168-vs-f91w/

Choose Casio A168 If...

  • You are specifically shopping for a digital style watch.
  • You are comfortable paying more for a stronger feature set.

Choose Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) If...

  • You are specifically shopping for a casual style watch.
  • You want the lower current entry price.

Price and Value Notes

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) is often the value play at current pricing, while Casio A168 makes more sense if you will use its extra features regularly.

There is a real price gap here — treat the more expensive option as an upgrade decision and confirm whether the extra spend buys something you will notice in weekly use.

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Casio A168

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Comparison FAQ

Which one is better for smaller wrists?

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) — at 7.8mm thick versus 9.6mm it sits flatter, which matters more than the near-identical case width here.

Which is better for swimming or rough daily wear?

They are rated the same, so water resistance will not decide this. Choose on strap material and how much you mind scratching the case.

Is the more expensive one worth it?

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) is the value pick at roughly $24 less. Pay more only if a specific difference above matters to you — otherwise the cheaper one is the smarter buy. Confirm live listings, since marketplace pricing moves.

What is the actual difference between Casio A168 and Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex)?

Casio A168 comes on steel; Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) comes on resin. This is usually the difference you feel first. That is the difference you will notice day to day; the rest of the specs are close enough not to matter.

Which one should I buy?

Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) for most buyers — Casio A168 comes on steel; Casio Analog MQ-24 (unisex) comes on resin. This is usually the difference you feel first. Go with Casio A168 instead if you want the more substantial steel case rather than resin.

Evidence & Method

How we compared these watches

No WatchCompared hands-on test claimed
  • Catalog specifications are normalized into the same units before differences are calculated.
  • The verdict uses only populated fields and the source-backed observations listed here.
  • Missing evidence reduces the depth of the conclusion instead of being filled with assumptions.

This page currently relies on normalized catalog fields and calculated differences. No external reviewer observation is used in its verdict.

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