Best Watches Under £500 For Men
Whether you’re looking for affordable men’s watches for you, or maybe the best watch for less than £500 to give as a gift, we’ve made it easy for you and carefully chosen our top picks for the best men's watches under £500.
Featuring stylish automatic, chronograph and Swiss watches from world-known brands, our selection of top watches under £500 are the perfect present for you or someone who means the world.
“From Swiss-made Tissot watches to designer favourites like BOSS and Emporio Armani, our selection of watches for under £500 are perfect for casual wear, special occasions, and everything in-between.” - Bruce, Head of Watches.
Best Watches Under £500
Tissot PRX 40mm Men’s Watch - £335
Inspired by the Tissot watches of the 1970s, this Tissot PRX 40mm Men’s Watch is designed for those with an appreciation for retro styles and ingenuity. Tissot watches are Swiss-made, which makes them a really impressive brand for their price point, and guarantees that they’ll perform outstandingly, making them one of the best watches under £500.
The ombré blue dial is the star here with its striking, deep tone. The iconic Tissot PRX slim and evocative design is what makes this timepiece one that we’re not going to forget about any time soon. The stainless steel bracelet gives this timepiece the perfect vintage watch look with a sophisticated feel, and it makes one of the most unforgettable gifts for the retro-style watch lover in your life.
Find out more about Tissot and the iconic collections in our Guide To Buying A Tissot.
Emporio Armani World Explorer 43mm Chronograph Men's Watch - £359
For a fashionable watch with robust construction and statement style, this Emporio Armani World Explorer 43mm Chronograph Men's Watch is the ultimate choice. With a daring dark blue dial, matching bezel and iconic designer detailing, it’s a timepiece the designer-lover in your life will adore.
Boasting a water resistance of 100m, a quartz movement and a date window, it never misses a beat. Equipped with a resilient stainless steel and gold tone case with a matching bracelet, Emporio Armani watches are one of the best watch brands under £500. Plus, if you’re looking for gift ideas to really impress him, he can pair it with a matching Emporio Armani jewellery piece.
Bulova Sutton 43mm Automatic Men’s Watch - £369
Looking for the best watches for less than £500 with a truly luxurious aesthetic? This Bulova Sutton 43mm Automatic Men’s Watch boasts a black PVD stainless steel case and leather strap, and it’s stunning to see. With a captivating skeleton dial and copper-coloured detailing, it will definitely make him smile.
Powered by Bulova’s highly precise automatic movement, with an aperture feature so the inner workings are displayed, it’s stylish and effortlessly practical. This Bulova watch will be a timepiece to treasure - and one of our best watches under £500. We think the leather strap makes it perfect for a matching and on-trend leather bracelet, too.
If you’re looking for a Swiss watch, discover our 10 Best Swiss Watches Under £1,000, for exceptional timepieces from luxury brands.
Emporio Armani 43mm Men's Watch - £199
Needing a timepiece that combines functionality with fashion? Emporio Armani watches are synonymous with quality and style and this Emporio Armani 43mm Men's Watch is no different. Not only designed to be a bold and beautiful timepiece, it’s also water resistant to 50m, boasting a date window for a handy feature.
One of the top watches under £500, this watch is fastened with a stainless steel bracelet and features a 43mm stainless-steel case and bezel. Displaying the iconic branding, the black dial is enhanced by silver tone baton hour markers and a date window, for both a fashionable and practical purchase. A wonderful gift idea if he loves a sophisticated timepiece.
Seiko Presage Cocktail Time 'Blue Moon' 40.5mm Automatic Men’s Watch - £349
This Seiko Presage Cocktail Time 'Blue Moon' 40.5mm Automatic Men’s Watch blends timelessly vintage design and outstanding performance together flawlessly. Its blue dial and stainless steel bracelet make this timepiece one of the best watches under £500 - especially if you’re a retro watch enthusiast who needs a classic wrist partner to suit every occasion.
Count every second in exceptional precision with this timepiece, equipped with an automatic movement that comes complete with a power reserve of 41 hours. With precision and accuracy the brand is renowned for, Seiko is one of the best watch brands under £500.
If you’re looking to enter the world of luxury watches, discover Our Top Ten Entry-Level Luxury Watches for our top picks.
BOSS Principle 41mm Stainless Steel Men’s Watch - £159
This BOSS Principle 41mm Stainless Steel Men’s Watch features classic BOSS style and sophistication in a sleek green dress watch. We love the combination of the colourful dial, stainless steel bracelet, and gold tone accents. If you’re looking for the best watches under £500, this has got to be on your wish-list.
Perfect as a special dress watch, this timepiece is one to wear all day, every day, and thanks to the precise quartz movement and practical 30m water resistance, it’s robust enough for everyday wear, too.
For classic dress watches to take you from day to night-time elegance, discover our Ten Best Dress Watches: A Gentleman's Guide.
Tissot PR 100 40mm Chronograph Men’s Watch- £355
Keep it sleek with this Tissot PR 100 40mm Chronograph Men’s Watch. The stainless steel case and bracelet give it a smart aesthetic you can wear from day until night-time. On our list of best watches for less than £500, it’s just as functional as it is stylish.
The dark blue dial with a chronograph function really stands out, as well as the handy date window - a truly timeless selection for top watches for under £500, and with its Swiss-made movement, it’s a watch you’ll treasure too.
Seiko 5 Sports SKX GMT 42.5mm Automatic Watch - £420
One of the best watches under £500 for someone who needs a robust yet suave timepiece, this Seiko 5 Sports SKX GMT 42.5mm Automatic Watch exudes a cool, sporty aesthetic. Sculpted in a stainless steel case and matching bracelet, the water resistance of 100m and a gradient black-green dial give it a daring edge.
A great choice if you love a stand-out watch, the bezel matches the dial flawlessly, adding a pop of colour to your everyday styling. And powered by an automatic movement that boasts Seiko’s precision timekeeping, it’ll keep you on track, too.
Need a little more help and inspiration? Our Watch Buying Guide is here to help you find the timepiece that suits you and your lifestyle perfectly. Or, discover Our Top Ten Entry-Level Luxury Watches for more top watch picks.
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