Solar Watches

It is set by the maker, and what each rating allows differs slightly between brands. As a guide, "water resistant" with no depth and 30 m cover rain and splashes, 100 m suits swimming and snorkelling, and 200 m suits skin diving. The rating is on every listing — check the maker's guidance before taking a watch into the water.

Half of the watches on this page with a manufacturer measurement are between 41.4 and 45.3 mm across. The case size is on every listing.

The dial collects light — sunlight or indoor light — and stores it in a rechargeable cell, so there is no regular battery to replace. How long it runs in darkness differs by model and is given in its specifications.

Orders are usually delivered within 3–5 days across New Zealand, and standard shipping is free on orders over $100. In-stock pieces can usually be collected from our Ōtāhuhu showroom within 24 hours — choose Click & Collect at checkout.

Yes, within 7 days of receiving it, if it is unworn or unused and in its original packaging with tags. Sale items can't be returned. The full steps are on our returns page.