Rado True Square Automatic vs Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80

Rado's design language vs Tissot's approach

The Rado True Square Automatic features a Monobloc High-Tech Ceramic case at 38mm (Square) with Sapphire (Anti-Reflective) protection. The Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 offers Stainless Steel construction at 39.3mm with Sapphire Crystal. Both represent their brand's distinct design philosophy and heritage.

Automatic ETA C07.611 vs Powermatic 80.111

The True Square Automatic runs the Automatic ETA C07.611 (Powermatic 80 (ETA-Based), 80 Hours power reserve) at 21,600 vph (3 Hz) frequency. The Le Locle Powermatic 80 uses the Powermatic 80.111 (ETA-Based Automatic, 80 Hours reserve) at 21,600 vph (3 Hz). Power reserves are closely matched.

38mm (Square) vs 39.3mm — different wrist presence

At 38mm (Square), the True Square Automatic wears more compactly on smaller wrists compared to the Le Locle Powermatic 80 at 39.3mm. Water resistance differs: 50m (5 ATM) vs 30m (3 ATM).

Tissot sits in the lower tier

The Rado True Square Automatic sits at $1,500–$2,500 and the Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 at $500–$1,000. On the specs that outlast any price: the True Square Automatic uses Sapphire (Anti-Reflective) with 80 Hours, against Sapphire Crystal and 80 Hours on the Le Locle Powermatic 80. Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

50m (5 ATM) vs 30m (3 ATM)

The True Square Automatic is rated to 50m (5 ATM) while the Le Locle Powermatic 80 handles 30m (3 ATM). The True Square Automatic is better suited for water activities.