Citizen Promaster Sky CB0248 vs Rado True Square Automatic

Citizen's design language vs Rado's approach

The Citizen Promaster Sky CB0248 features a Stainless Steel case at 42.4mm with crystal protection. The Rado True Square Automatic offers Monobloc High-Tech Ceramic construction at 38mm (Square) with Sapphire (Anti-Reflective). Both represent their brand's distinct design philosophy and heritage.

Eco-Drive Radio-Controlled vs Automatic ETA C07.611

The Promaster Sky CB0248 runs the Eco-Drive Radio-Controlled (Citizen Eco-Drive, standard power reserve) at standard frequency. The True Square Automatic uses the Automatic ETA C07.611 (Powermatic 80 (ETA-Based), 80 Hours reserve) at 21,600 vph (3 Hz). The True Square Automatic offers a longer power reserve.

42.4mm vs 38mm (Square) — different wrist presence

At 42.4mm, the Promaster Sky CB0248 has a bolder wrist presence compared to the True Square Automatic at 38mm (Square). Water resistance differs: 50m vs 50m (5 ATM).

Citizen sits in the lower tier

The Citizen Promaster Sky CB0248 sits at $250–$500 and the Rado True Square Automatic at $1,500–$2,500. On the specs that outlast any price: the Promaster Sky CB0248 uses a hardened crystal with a standard reserve, against Sapphire (Anti-Reflective) and 80 Hours on the True Square Automatic. Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

50m vs 50m (5 ATM)

The Promaster Sky CB0248 is rated to 50m while the True Square Automatic handles 50m (5 ATM). The True Square Automatic offers superior water resistance.