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Dive watches under ~$200

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We list 4 dive watches under ~$200. 3 are automatic and 1 runs on a battery or light. All 4 are rated 100m or more, the usual line for swimming. None have a sapphire crystal. Cases run from 40mm to 44mm. They sit in our entry tier — roughly under $200.

Rotating bezel, high water resistance, big lume — the most versatile sports style.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · 4 models · tiers are price bands — confirm the current price at the retailer

WatchMovementWRCaseCrystalStyleTierBuy
Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin)Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin)
Quartz200m44mmmineralDiveEntrySee price on AmazonCheck price
Orient Mako IIOrient Mako II
Automatic200m41.5mmmineralDiveEntrySee price on AmazonCheck price
Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB
Automatic200m40mmmineralDiveEntryCheck priceCheck price
Orient Ray IIOrient Ray II
Automatic200m42mmmineralDiveEntrySee price on AmazonCheck price

Quick answers

Which dive watches under ~$200 have a sapphire crystal?

None of the 4 here. They use mineral crystals. How the crystals compare.

Can you swim with dive watches under ~$200?

All 4 are rated 100m or more, the usual line for regular swimming. All of those reach 200m or more. What the ratings mean.

Are there automatic or hand-wound dive watches under ~$200?

Yes, 3 of the 4 are automatic: Orient Mako II, Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB and Orient Ray II. Automatic vs quartz.

What is the smallest of the dive watches under ~$200?

The smallest is the Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB, at 40mm. The largest is the Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin), at 44mm. What size fits your wrist.

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