Picking the Cheapest Tissot Watch (Top 7 Models for 2022)

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Written By Alan

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When it comes to affordable watch brands from Switzerland, there are not many that can better Tissot.

Not only does the watchmaker offer an excellent quality-price ratio but it’s also one of the oldest hands in the whole horological industry.

The Swiss brand has certainly come a long way since its modest beginnings in 1853 and is now a widely popular name in over 150 markets spread across all continents. During its rich and long-lasting history, the brand has delivered many industry-enhancing watch models which you can read about in our Tissot brand review.

One of many great things about Tissot is the fact that despite offering a Swiss level of watchmaking, it caters to people with varying budgets. Granted, if you plan to spend very little, you can’t expect to get some of the most advanced releases. However, the choice of Tissot timepieces in the low-to-mid price range is surprisingly huge.

In today’s article, we will help you pick the cheapest Tissot watch in 2021. To do that, we’ve come up with 7 models that vary in style and functionalities.

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At a Glance:

Cheapest Tissot Watches (Top 7 Reviewed)

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We open up the list with literally the cheapest Tissot watch model we could find online.

It might be the least fancy-looking Tissot discussed in the article but it’s still a great fit (and value) for ranging styles. If you’re a fan of minimalistic timepieces, you should definitely fancy it.

The model comes with a 38mm stainless steel case and a pattern-adorned nylon strap with a tang buckle closure.

The dial is very easy to read. The white background combines neatly with three dark-grey watch hands and medium-sized Arab numerals. In-between there are also minute markers. At noon o’clock there’s the Tissot logo with the proud reference to the 1853 foundation date. Protecting the face from damage is a tough mineral crystal glass.

The watch is powered by a Swiss quartz movement, ensuring excellent accuracy of +/- 15 seconds/month.

However, it’s probably not the best choice for use in water as the timepiece is merely splashproof and swimming for longer periods might lead to serious damage.

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If you’re a fan of the classy and elegant style, there’s no better option to go for than a leather strap model. And there are not many that can better the old-school look of the one you see above.

With a case diameter of 38mm, the watch matches in size of the previous model. The case is unsurprisingly made from stainless steel whilst the most striking difference between the two is the inclusion of a genuine leather strap. It has a tang buckle clasp.

The face is very reminiscent of the nylon strap model. It features a snow-white background, three hands and Arab numerals. However, to match the color of the strap, the hands and hour markers are black. The watch also offers stronger protection against cracks and scratches with the inclusion of sapphire crystal glass.

Akin to the previous model, this one is also powered by a Swiss quartz movement. It offers just as good accuracy (+/- 15 seconds/month). It also has the same water resistance rating (3 ATM/30m).

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Tissot has also a lot in store for those who prefer a more sporty approach. The Swiss brand is known for a large collection of chronograph models, two of which we included in today’s list.

The model belongs to the Chrono XL collection about which you can read in bigger detail here.

The watch boasts a khaki design and is a popular choice amongst folks who like the military-style approach. It comes with a 45mm stainless steel case with a khaki PVD coating and a fabric bracelet with a toggle clasp closure. On each side of the main crown, there are two pushers responsible for the chronograph function.

The color of the face matches that of the strap. Because of the chronograph sub-dials, it’s quite busily arranged.

The chronograph function includes 1/10 second, 60 seconds and 30 minutes. The watch has four massive Arab numerals positioned at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o’clock. For easy reading in dark, the minute and hour hands are luminescent. Last but not least, at four o’clock there’s a date window. All the elements are protected by sapphire glass.

Naturally for a chronograph, the watch runs on Swiss-made quartz movement and shouldn’t lose or gain more than 15 seconds monthly. Like other models in the Chrono XL collection, it offers bigger protection against water damage with a WR rating of 10ATM/100m.

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The second timepiece from Tissot’s much-loved Chrono XL line. Because of the glowing gold-tone design, it’s probably even more head-turning.

Size-wise, it’s exactly the same. The stainless steel case measures 45mm in diameter and is 11mm thick. It’s the first of three models on today’s list that is fully made from stainless steel. The bracelet has a butterfly clasp type with push buttons.

The matte black dial background combines perfectly with white hour indices and gold-tone hands. Again, the minute and hour hands glow in the dark – and so do the hour indices. The watch offers chronograph measurements of 1/10 second, 60 seconds and 30 minutes. Akin to the model above, it has a dial window at four o’clock. Excellent protection against cracks is ensured by sapphire crystal.

The gold-tone Chrono XL is powered by a Swiss quartz caliber with an accuracy of +/- 15 seconds/month. On the waterproofing front, the timepiece can withstand depths of up to 100m.

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Tissot’s automatic watches are normally pricier than battery-powered models but that doesn’t mean there are no affordable options around. The “Powermatic” model you see above proves just that.

Although the model is officially referred to as a ladies’ watch, the 32mm case size means also men with smaller wrists can easily get the product. Both the case and the bracelet are made from stainless steel. The bracelet is equipped with a push-button deployment clasp.

The dial is extremely elegant. The dark-grey matte background combines neatly with silver-tone hands and hour/minute markers. At three o’clock there’s a fairly large window displaying the date while at noon o’clock the Tissot logo.

The “Powermatic 80” engraving you see at 6 o’clock means the watch uses Swiss automatic movement with an impressive 80-hour reserve. Tissot is one of few brands that offer such a long battery lifespan.

On the durability front, the watch comes with synthetic sapphire glass and withstands water pressure of up to 100m.

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If you’re a lady looking for a bargain-basement Tissot model, look no further. As things stand, the watch you see above is the lowest-priced ladies’ timepiece we could find on the web.

While the watch above could still be easily worn by a man, this one has been clearly designed exclusively for women. This is especially visible with the tiny 25mm case diameter. The case as well as the 3-link bracelet are made from stainless steel. It has a deployment clasp closure.

The dial couldn’t be more minimalistic. The black face features just three stick hour indices at three, nine, and moon o’clock. At 6 o’clock positioned is a date display window. Good protection against cracks is again ensured by synthetic sapphire glass.

The watch runs on a Swiss quartz movement known for impressive accuracy. When it comes to water resistance, the timepiece can withstand depths of up to 50m.

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Closing the list of cheapest Tissot watches is, quite paradoxically, one of the best complex and expensive models from the Swiss brand.

If you’re a fan of skeleton watches, in other words, timepieces with see-through dial designs, the choice with Tissot is not that big. And the models that are available – like the one you see above – will set you back considerably more than any of the timepieces we’ve covered before.

With this hand-wound, mechanical skeleton movement visible through the dial, the Tissot T-Complication Squelette combines modernism with careful workmanship. Wearers who appreciate the intricacy of a good watch will enjoy the luxurious finishing and design elements that effortlessly integrate heritage with current elegance.

The model boasts a 43mm stainless case and comes with a leather strap with a tang buckle closure. The dial window is made from scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass.

The watch face is certainly one of a kind. The vast majority of the surface is transparent, allowing you to marvel at the intricate workings of the mechanical movement. The timepiece has two main hands (for minutes and hours) that glow in the dark. At nine o’clock there’s also a small sub-dial that measures seconds.

The watch is water-resistant up to 50m.

If you’d like to explore more ultra-affordable watches from popular brands, check out our other lists:

Also, don’t hesitate to use the comment section below to let us know which Tissot watch, if any, you opted for. Let’s interact!

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