Rado True Square Automatic vs Tissot Seastar 1000 Automatic

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 Seastar 1000 Automatic offers Stainless Steel construction at 40mm with Sapphire Crystal. Both represent their brand's distinct design philosophy and heritage.

Automatic ETA C07.611 vs Automatic Powermatic 80 (Caliber 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 Seastar 1000 Automatic uses the Automatic Powermatic 80 (Caliber 80.111) (ETA/Tissot Automatic, 80 Hours reserve) at 21,600 vph (3 Hz). Power reserves are closely matched.

38mm (Square) vs 40mm — different wrist presence

At 38mm (Square), the True Square Automatic wears more compactly on smaller wrists compared to the Seastar 1000 Automatic at 40mm. Water resistance differs: 50m (5 ATM) vs 300m (30 ATM).

Tissot sits in the lower tier

The Rado True Square Automatic sits at $1,500–$2,500 and the Tissot Seastar 1000 Automatic 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 Seastar 1000 Automatic. Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

50m (5 ATM) vs 300m (30 ATM)

The True Square Automatic is rated to 50m (5 ATM) while the Seastar 1000 Automatic handles 300m (30 ATM). The Seastar 1000 Automatic offers superior water resistance.