5 Best Solar Watch in 2024

Wrist watches have been in fashion ever since I can remember. However, smartwatches are slowly taking over the market thanks to manufacturers like Apple as well as Google through its Android partners. But there are still some users out there who prefer the conventional wrist watch with no fancy additions barring the time or even maybe the date.

There are plenty of watches that serve this purpose out there, however, we’re going to talk about solar watches that can charge on their own without even needing replacement batteries, even after several few months. The technology used here differs between multiple manufacturers, so there’s plenty of room to innovate in this area. We have compiled a list of the 5 best solar watches available in 2024. We have made sure to include watches that cater to a variety of price segments.

So without waiting any further, let’s have a look at the 5 best solar watches available in 2024.

5 Best Solar Watch

Tissot T-Touch Expert Solar

Tissot is a household name in terms of watches, and has been around for quite a few decades now. Given its reputation in the industry and the fame it achieved with the T-Touch series of watches, it was only a matter of time before the company released a solar powered version of the T-Touch, aptly named the Expert Solar. First and foremost, this is a bulky watch with a case diameter of 45mm. It also comes with a solid case back and a front panel made of sapphire glass crystal, making it ultra durable and resistant to accidental scratches. Further, the watch is also water resistant by up to 330m, so it surely has plenty to offer. Barring this, the solar panel on the watch keeps it powered for a long time.

Interestingly, the entire watch doesn’t run on solar power. Instead, the quartz movement is handled entirely by solar power, which means the watch will keep ticking for several months at a stretch. The retailer is only offering this watch in one color named Silver Toned. When you talk about class and elegance, it’s tough to do better than a Tissot offering. It’s slightly on the expensive side, though, so it might not be for everyone.

Casio G-Shock Gravity Master

Casio’s G-Shock has a cult following around the world and its popularity hasn’t simmered one bit. The company also has a solar powered version of the iconic G-Shock, which comes with quartz movement instead of the standard digital dial. The Gravity Master also comes with GPS on board, allowing you to check your latitude, while the watch also lets you save the time zones of 27 different cities at a time with a total of 40 time zones.

Casio claims that the Gravity Master can last for up to 18 months at a time without requiring a change of batteries. The watch is charged up automatically with sunlight, but if there’s no sunlight around you for a period of time, the watch should still keep ticking. This watch too is on the expensive side, although adventure enthusiasts would surely consider picking this one up especially given its solar features.

BERING Time

This is perhaps the most simplistic looking watch of them all, as it mimics a conventional timepiece with its design as well as functions. However, the quartz movement is run entirely on solar power, so you can theoretically have only a little sunlight every year and the watch will not stop working. It comes with a power reserve feature, which allows you to run the device for up to 12 months at a time. It also has a standard battery preinstalled, which can be replaced if need be.

The watch band is made of a mesh metal material, which retains class as well as comfort. Bering is a popular Danish manufacturer of watches, so people familiar with the company’s products will surely vouch for its quality. Unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of color choices available for the customers. The retailer is currently offering the watch in a dark blue variant. The best part here, however, is that the watch is significantly cheaper than most of the offerings on this list.

Seiko Le Grand Solar

Seiko is a renowned watch maker with decades of experience in the market. This is a metal watch with stainless steel links to keep them durable and resistant to rust and other elements of nature. It is also water resistant up to 330 feet (100m), so this is ideal to wear while swimming or otherwise. Seiko uses a Japanese quartz movement with this product, which runs on solar energy. This means it doesn’t ever require a battery change and the watch just keeps going. The dials on the watch are classily designed, using roman numerals for added beauty. It’s named the Le Grand Solar, and it thoroughly lives up to its name.

Given that Seiko is synonymous with high quality watches for several decades now, this offering should certainly be high up on your list. As customer reviews indicate, the watch performs exactly as expected.

Pulsar Solar Silvertone

The Solar Silvertone is a premium offering with an all steel body and well placed dials along with a blue background. It is water resistant up to 100m (330 feet) and has luminous dials and markers to aid you during low light conditions. With a case diameter of 44mm, this particular watch is surely on the heavier side. But given the features it offers, this is a small sacrifice to make. This watch never needs a battery change and enables a 4 month power reserve after full charge. The company has also included a date window, giving it a classic watch feel.

The color combination of silver and emerald make for a truly appealing look. Given the nature of this watch, the company expects wearers to have it on at all times. The links are securely designed and stay well in place even after prolonged use. It’s a decent product and is by far the cheapest product on this list.