I have a longines conquest. 39mm auto. I LOVE it. Has a kind of explorer vibe. Bulletproof, 300m resistance. Most expensive watch I’ve purchased but makes me feel like a million bucks when I wear it. Love your videos!!!
I would say, Oris Aquis can't compete with Longines Hydroconquest. I've had an Oris Divers Date on rubber strap for over ten years (2008-2018) and have experienced several issues. In the first years - still before the first revision and within the warranty period - the watch had to be sent to the official Oris service twice due to movement issues. And then after approx. seven years the main problem occurred - rusting hands. All three hands have been replaced five times on my Oris, with the same result. The new hands began to rust right a few months after the replacement. I really got fed up with Oris. Now, I've been wearing Longines Hydroconquest preceramic 39 mm version for over two years and I'm more than happy with this watch. It's great, more classical diver's watch than Oris. The finish on Longines is far better than on Oris (brushing, polishing, the quality of sunburst dial). The new ETA movement (L 888.2) produced exclusively for Longines (you won't find it in any other Swatch Group watches than Longines) is superior to Sellita stock movement used in Oris. All this makes me consider Oris much more as a marketing product now which might be nice at first glance but the long term quality isn't really there.
Oris just keeps looking better every time I look at it. The Longines looks good too but it does remind me of the submariner and omega quite a bit which is not necessarily a bad thing. The Oris just has something about it and especially in the little details. Oris just has this nearly perfect blend of contemporary, tool and elegance aesthetic that I don't get the feeling of with many other watches.
Just got the Hydroconquest with the grey dial and love it! In my country it was also a factor that Longines has official service available while with the Oris I would have to post it to another country. Thank you for the great review! It also helped me to pick Longines as my first diver.
Whatever people say... the Oris just looks better to me... I would never really consider to buy the Longines... Even though I wished Oris used better movement...
Great Review! The Longines HydroConquest in Blue is a very cool, accurate, and value for money watch! The Oris is also an amazing watch, but I would choose the Longines!
Great vid, Bruce. I like the design of the latest Oris models. But the movement (Selitta) was always a showstopper for me. Longines did a great job by evolving the design of the HC. They saved the origin design signals. The big numbers on 6, 9 and 12, the crown guards and the crown itself. And they reduced the design elements on the dial and the bezel. In this design way it's going to become a legendary watch in the future.
I hope you do not want to say that Sellita is bad all the way. When I entered the world of watches and learned about movements, I always thought Sellita sounds like a coffee machine brand :D But after getting a Hydroconquest in blue with steel and rose gold that I still much adore, I went for a Formex Reef GMT that is equipped with a chrono-grade Sellita and runs exceptionally well - almost as good as the HC and in my case that means +/-2 sec each day. However, if I had a wish to make, I would love to see a silicone hairspring in there just as in the Hydro. That is a realy sweet upgrade Longines makes to their movements even in this tier and it makes this watch really stand out.
I was about to buy the aquis but after seeing this video I went for the longines, same gray dial, and I'm happy with my decision cause this longines looks so beautiful in person , so thanks bruce
Don't forget that new cal 400 doubled the price. That will be a big show stopper for a lot of people. Oris didn't kill it with their watches for me anyway but with that price? Heck I have a vintage Zenith Chronomaster here that cost that much... Speaking of Zenith, I wonder how they even called it caliber 400 since there is already such by Zenith. Even if these numbers are not like restricted trade marks, such naming is prone to be mistaken imho.
I compared both these watches in person and bought the Longines. It felt like a better built watch. In person the Longines just felt and looked like a more expensive watch. Longines all the way.
I’ve got the blue one. You won’t regret it. I did not like the Oris. Bruce doesn’t really discuss the really odd lugs on the Oris. They are far more offensive than the crown guards on the Longines. I really don’t mind crown guards.
I agree, I wasn’t even considering Longines when I was looking for a dive watch, but when I went shopping for divers it felt like the best built diver under $2,000-$2,500 IMO... the only thing that could be improved is the clasps bit that’s not a deal breaker... when you this watch in hand you get a different feel about the Longines, I wasn’t a big fan of it whenever I looked at pictures.... I got the black one and love it!!!
E Larson btw ... the crown guards are nice for me ... just rotate by 90 degrees and it becomes the logo of longines along with the crown as the hour glass... how cool is that !
Longines is a brand that represents sobriety and a lot of class with a very extensive tradition in Horology, from my humble opinion I believe that Longines Hydroconquest is a better piece due to several factors.The detail of the dial is excellent, simply clean but very legible, the detail of those protectors Crown makes the watch represent a lot of strength, the ETA movement is something that is appreciated since it is an excellent battle machine, in short, for being a Diver it is very good in every way, it is not a Christmas tree they taste like what i mean.
Pick my blue hydroconquest last month... im loving it! The bracelet does have half links and with the microadjustments in the clasp the fit is very good, much better than the old hydroconquest
Thanks for sharing. Although the Oris might have the better fit and finish, the Longines just looks wayyyy better. So for me the Longines is hands down the better looking watch.
Oris for me. I own both the Aquis and the GMT. I prefer the solid build and tool-like look. Also, it is just a beautiful watch. Don't sell Selita short, it is a solid and dependable movement.
Longines FTW over Oris! More bang for your buck, better Mvmt, More stylish and cheaper. But, I still prefer my old Hydro 41(blue) in aluminum bezel, busy dial longines over the Ceramic one. I wish Longines updated the old one with ceramic bezel, no Date version, tapper down the bracelet and give it a better clasp system. I could only dream!
@@skarm7780 Actually, I would .....definitly in terms of the Aquis over a Tag Aquaracer ...which I have away to a family member....but since your so clairvoyant please pick my lottery numbers.
I own a version of the Aquis, like it a lot, and have not had the chance to handle a HydroConquest. I thought the outdoor video that Bruce gave us of both watches really shows where the HydroConquest puts Oris to shame- the anti reflective looks first rate on the HC in the sunlight. Based on that alone, I would be leaning towards the HC, the outdoor pics were that good. This said, the Longines Legend diver is the one I’m lusting after, in the Longines line-up.
I would go for the Longines. It looks more beautiful in my opinion. I think the Oris lacks personality. It looks « basic ». Not judging on quality here since i never had any of them in my own hands. Just judging by the aesthetics and personal tastes.
Being from the caribbean the Oris is an excellent watch. I previously owned 1. which my late Mom had purchased for me in 1988 as a graduation gift. Now it wasn't the Aquis.. OK. i really didn't valued it at that time sad to say & over the yrs. it was misplaced. Having said that the Longines in that shade gery in my view has that sort of contemporary timeless look & it's cheaper...But i don't take away anything from the Oris Aquis both are excellent in my Book & one can't go wrong..........
My eye cannot get used to the missing numeral on the Longines where the date display is. I think the dial would feel more balanced if the date was at 6 o'clock. Overall both watches are fantastic IMO. nice to see them being compared
I feel the same way. Thats the reason i don’t like arabics on a watch face. It makes the date window stick out so much, Especially on this watch with huge arabics. it looks funny.
Neither of these watches really float my boat, but think I would pick the Longines. Aquis is super well made, but don't love the design and I think most models are overpriced
I think if I had to choose one I would go Longines over Oris, I like the versatility and value. But if it was my money I would get a chris ward c60 elite 1000 and call it a day.
Good review as always. For some reason, the Longines just speaks to me, while the Aquis just never has - no particular reason why. The hydroconquest may be my next purchase.
Nothing wrong with the Sellita movement, they even made parts for ETA. there’s no rational reason to consider it inferior to the ETA in the Longines (by the way I own the HydroConquest, 2011 model, and it’s excellent).
I owned many watches with outer AR coating- Breitling, Omega, IWC and i must admit it has more cons than pros. If you don't baby your watch and walk around as if you have a disability in your left arm or take it off whenever you feel it is going to get scuffed, it WILL get marks and scratches and over time look horrible. The crystal gets dirty extremely easy from just a slight touch of a finger and i always find myself taking out the microfiber and gently humidifing it to gently rub it off. When i wear my king turtle it never gets dirty and i just use whatever piece of cloth to wipe it down.
I love that Longines finally came out with a Hydroconquest diver in a 39mm ceramic (2022) and Oris Aquis already has a 39.5mm for my 6.25 inch wrist. Which watch would you consider more elegant and for semi dress-up?
Looking at the longines’s picture on the website doesn’t do it justice. Didn’t like it much until I tried it on in person and it looks way nicer. Really good build, heavy, solid and just a Beut
I own both and totally agree with everything you say the bracelet and the clasp are first class on the Oris in my opinion and when you put the Oris on a rubber strap the adjustable clasp moves very smoothly with one hand
Longines all the way.Better movement,more unique dial,better AR coating,cheaper and it is like dress diver,because you can wear it on a shirt and goes under a shirt cuff.The clasp is a little bit better on the Oris and bezel action to.Bottom line,like I said,Longines all the way.💪💪💪
I agree, really the only thing the Oris wins on is the Clasps... that doesn’t justify a $600 price difference especially when Longines has the better movement.... Also Longines case back is a lot better
Very comprehensive review. I especially liked the AR treatment comparo. Now I'm really considering the Hydroconquest. Looks like a great value. Thanks!
Cool review. I own green Oris Aquis and it is a beautiful watch. Mine is average on 3 s/d so I'm lucky with that. I would like to own that Longines in black to. Why don't own them both ???
I've been looking at the longines this week going to AD tomorrow I really like the green version , Jomashop has the Blue 🌊 on sale right now for $895 might just be my next watch , Thanks for the video great job !!
I think these are both stunning watches. I edge more toward the Longine, though. Just love that style and that gray dial! Also that AR coating is a huge plus for it. I have a hamilton khaki king that drives me so insane with no AR coating so that is an instant killer for me. However, I have to say that the Cherry red dial Oris is one of the most visually appealing watches I have ever seen!
@@downsouth1678 i like the oris better to be honest. The longines is nice but the 43mm wears HUGE and wishing i got the 41mm . My Tudor pelagos is a 42mm and wears perfect
Seriously speaking, no one can tell you which one is better, these are all very subjective. However, if it's a matter of choosing just one of these 2, I will pick the Longines Hydroconquest. Here are my reasons....1) The Longines Hydroconquest is more affordable; 2) the green Oris Aquis will be difficult to pair with your clothes. The gray Longines is more well-rounded in terms of pairing with what you are wearing. You can wear it with simple t-shirt and jeans, or in a nice suit. The green dial looks so loud, it will stick out if you are wearing something conservative. The Oris Aquis green looks like something Liberace would wear; 3) the Longines watch movement is more accurate with longer reserve time. What better "one and only" watch is there, than a watch which you can rely on to tell you the correct time for a longer period of time.; 4) the Longines look like a good substitute for the Rolex Submariner, or a placeholder. The green Oris Aquis look like the green Rado Captain Cook. So, which watch would you rather have, something that is reminiscent of a Rolex or of a Rado?
I agree with all your observations. For some reason though, in my country and as far as these two models are concerned, the Oris Aquis Green is cheaper than the Longines Grey HC (on the rubber bracelet) by $250.00. To this day though, I still can't make up my mind between these two lol...
If the price was equal, it could be up to the customer. With the Hydro being 600$ cheaper there is no question. Longines easily. By the way, both watches are now much cheaper. Good review.
The Oris is very nice. I just can’t get past it not having visible lugs. Personally, it’s just too odd aesthetically. If the Longines green version was sunburst instead of matt I’d buy one now. I think I’ll wait & see what else they offer as an option later.
Thanks - what a fantastic review, completely honest open and objective.. I love both watches for different reasons! Decided on the Oris in Matt black and brushed bracelet as I have found a good price and like the originality.. but I wouldn’t be surprised if I end up with a Longines at some point in the future!
Oh Wow Bruce ... thank you so much for this great quality comparison! crystal clear and Beautiful Macro-shots!... thank you very much. for me the rubber strap on longines looks Great... and has a better clasp (push button type like on aquis)... cuz the clasp on this one feels inferior to the aquis... Love both of these and offer great value! thanks for making such quality videos for young enthusiasts like myself!
Great review and for me it is the Longines as I personally feel the Oris is a nice watch but budget movement and does not warrant the $400 more just for a bracelet that is possibly better. The Longines is more versatile and classy looking and the design is more timeless. With regards to bracelet adjustment I purchased a half link (Part no L688158479) from my Longines AD for £25 inc fitting if that helps anyone.
Thanks for a great review, Bruce. I share your love for Oris, own the Aquis Clean Ocean and the Diver 65 bico. I just can't get worked up over a difference of 4s/day accuracy, couldn't imagine that would affect my buy decision...and I do own COSC chronometers. There are some tasty Longines I'd love to own, but in this comparo it's Oris all the way for me.
You can buy the Oris with a brushed metal bracelet, without the scratch magnet polished center links. I think it's only available in black, and even it's bezel is matt. There's also 3 sizes of Oris....and I just ordered a Longines Heritage Diver... But that's a different story.
Personally, I think there’s enough difference with these 2 great time pieces to have both. Currently I have the Aquis in brown with a stainless steel bracelet and I’ll be adding the Hydroconquest in grey with a rubber strap. One for the day and one for the evening.
I love the Aquis. And I wouldn't really criticize the AR treatment. It's like a Glossy screen - It makes it a bit harder to read in comparison (but still no problem there) but it makes it more "shiny". It's like the superocean heritage a more "bling bling" kinda watch. I have both and a Seastar 2000, but on the wrist and in comparison I can tell which is the more expensive watch.
@@Mannyar26 By any measurable means - the Aquis. Quality is a good chunk higher, especially with the bracelet. The only plus for me with the seastar is the bigger size since I have big wrists. Of course, if you prefer the optics of the seastar 2000 nothing prevents you from getting one over the aquis, and it's cheaper too.
I've just ordered the Longines in black from an AD in the UK for £800. Had to go for it. I've got the Tissot Seastar 1000 Powermatic 80 which shares a lot of similarities to the Oris but at a third of the cost.
I own a few of both brands. I own a TT1 chronograph Titanium and a 1000 meter stainless sub second . I own a standard Longines Conquest and a Longines HydroConquest chronograph ceramic. I love the weight of the TT1 Chrono. But the classy look of the Longines HydroConquest chrono is my favorite . The watch I wear most when I know I will be very active is the Oris 1000 meter. I say why settle for just one? That way there are no regrets or limited choice for the watch of the day. On the ones being reviewed here is that green dial. That is a awesome dial! Emerald green? Makes it more dressy.
My second biggest pet peeve for watches kills the Hydroconquest for me: If there are numerals, I need them balanced. I can't stand 12/6/9, with the date at 3. Remove the 9? Cool. No numerals? Cool. Put the date at 430 and enumerate the 3? Even better! I must be the weird one, because they keep making them, but I can't do it.
I agree. I would like to see them move the date window to the space between 4 and 5 so they could provide a numeral 3 and bring balance to the dial. They went to lengths to apply metal surrounding each number on the dial which is a nice detail. The dial needs a 3 to further accentuate the detail. The chronograph version of the Hydroconquest has only a 12 atop the dial while the 3, 6, and 9 spaces are occupied by chronographic sundials. It’s balanced and also a nice watch.
I thought the same thing when looking at pics, but when I went looking at dive watches I got to see the Longines in person and for some reason I had a different feel about the watch. The numbers didn’t appear as big as they are in the pics.... The HC wasn’t even on my radar and I end up purchasing it and haven’t regretted it... it was IMO the most solid and bang for buck diver in the price bracket... clasps aside this watch is solid... but you’re not weird at all some watches work for some and not for others...
I have both. A Titanium Oris Der Meistertaucher and a Hydroconquest. My longines does not have a ceramic bezel which is something that does a lot for the overall look and the Oris is the top gun in the Aquis family, so the comparison could be a little unfair. I think both are no brainers and fantastic watches for the money. My favorite is the Oris but I agree, they need better adjustments on their calibres but the finishing is beautiful their bracelets perfect on the wrist, specially love the rubber strap and that great clasp. The hydro is more dressy and versatile to wear with everything and a better spec movement. Bot amazing options.
Both great watches. I have the previous version of the hydroconquest which is better looking than this current generation imo. As much as I like the watch couple of niggles, crown is awkward to operate due to those crown guards and lume is very poor.
I like the oris a lot is great looking. But I feel longines is more practical and toolish. No one goes to dive on metal they put a nato so you don't loose the watch on the deep blue. And you could put the bracelet back and go to a dressier attire with the longines. And i got a selita in a 380 buck axios ironclad. Why would I get a 2k for an oris with the same movement lol I don't know i can't swallow that. Thanks for the great review I will get a longines eventually gotta finish the backyard first lol
I own a HD quartz. Im a fan of auto watches, but precision as well. So basically this is my first ever luxury watch , but with a great accuracy as well
Thanks for the review! I am debating between these two watches also. Though, I am only interested in the 43mm HydroConquest. The hardest choice is color! The Oris Aquis, and all its variations, is just a little out of my price range. So, like you said, for some, price might be the deciding factor.
Don’t know if this was apparent in person, but in the macro shots there seemed to be a few blemishes on the Longines. Now I’ve seen both in person, and would give the edge to the Hydroconquest in specs, but I’d go for the Aquis 39.5. For a more contemporary design, versatility. clasp structure.
I currently own both the Longines HydroConquest 41mm and the Oris 43.5mm Aquis Date Relief Red Strap. IMO, Oris does have better finish quality and superior band design but overall, I just think that it would come down to individual preferences. Both are great quality watches and I would personally say just buy them both hahahahaha
