Casio A168WA (Casio Royale) vs Timex Q Reissue

Both are everyday watches in the entry tier. In short: the Timex Q Reissue takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m). The Casio A168WA (Casio Royale) is quartz, 30m water resistance, 36mm, acrylic crystal; the Timex Q Reissue is quartz, 50m water resistance, 38mm, acrylic crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

Spec	Casio A168WA (Casio Royale)	Timex Q Reissue
Movement	Quartz	Quartz
Water resistance	30m	50m
Case size	36mm	38mm
Crystal	acrylic	acrylic
Style	Everyday / casual	Everyday / casual
Price tier	Entry	Entry

Which should you buy?

The Timex Q Reissue takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m)
The Casio A168WA (Casio Royale) wears 36mm vs the Timex Q Reissue's 38mm — choose by wrist size

Where to buy

Casio A168WA (Casio Royale)See price on AmazonCheck price

Timex Q ReissueSee price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Casio A168WA (Casio Royale) and the Timex Q Reissue?
Both are everyday watches in the entry tier. The Casio A168WA (Casio Royale) is quartz, 30m water resistance, 36mm, acrylic crystal; the Timex Q Reissue is quartz, 50m water resistance, 38mm, acrylic crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Casio A168WA (Casio Royale) or the Timex Q Reissue?
The Timex Q Reissue, rated 50m, versus 30m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Casio A168WA (Casio Royale) or the Timex Q Reissue?
Both sit in the entry tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.

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