Best Casio Watches UK
Casio is the UK's best-selling watch brand by volume and arguably the world's most reliable consumer timepiece manufacturer. The range spans the iconic F-91W under £15 to the flagship G-Shock Mudmaster above £300. For UK buyers, Casio offers unrivalled value at every price tier: exceptional accuracy, proven durability and features (solar power, radio sync, GPS) at prices that Swiss brands charge multiples more for. We cover the best Casio watches across the G-Shock, Edifice, Vintage and Pro Trek lines.
What to Look For
- 1G-Shock is Casio's shock-resistant line — the DW-5600 and GA-2100 are the two most popular with UK buyers for everyday toughness.
- 2Casio Vintage (A168/A158/F-91W) is experiencing a global fashion revival — the retro design is popular with UK millennial and Gen Z buyers.
- 3Solar-powered Casio (G-Shock GW range, Edifice ECB) eliminates battery changes — valuable for UK buyers who wear a watch daily.
- 4Multi-band radio atomic time sync (available on Casio GW series) automatically corrects time via UK MSF atomic clock signal at night.
- 5Pro Trek (PRW series) is Casio's outdoor GPS watch line — popular with UK hikers and climbers for altitude, barometer and compass functions.
Our Top Picks
Casio G-Shock DW-5600E Solar
Pros
- Solar powered — no battery changes ever
- 200m water resistance
- Shock resistant to Casio's military-tested standard
- Under £60 in the UK
Cons
- Large square case is not for everyone
- Digital-only display
UK's best buy-it-for-life watch at any price — solar-powered, 200m rated and virtually indestructible.
Casio GA-2100-1AER CasiOak G-Shock
Pros
- Octagonal case references Audemars Piguet design at 1/200th of the price
- Slim 11.8mm for a G-Shock
- 200m water resistance
- Popular in UK watch and streetwear communities
Cons
- Analogue/digital hybrid display can be busy
- Resin build only — no metal version at standard price
UK's most fashionable G-Shock — octagonal 'Royal Oak inspired' bezel at a fraction of the luxury price.
Casio F-91W Digital Vintage Watch
Pros
- Under £15 — world's most accessible quality watch
- Accurate Casio quartz module
- Iconic retro design experiencing UK fashion revival
- LED backlight for night reading
Cons
- Splash resistant only — not for swimming
- Resin band can feel cheap vs leather alternatives
The UK's iconic cheap watch — over 30 years in production, accurate quartz and perfect in its simplicity.
Casio Edifice ECB-S100D Bluetooth Solar
Pros
- Solar powered + Bluetooth phone time sync
- Metal case — more formal than G-Shock
- Chronograph and world time functions
- Under £150 in UK
Cons
- £120–£150 UK price (more than basic G-Shock)
- Bluetooth sync requires phone proximity
Casio's connected dress sports watch — solar + Bluetooth time sync with refined metal case for UK office wear.
Casio Pro Trek PRW-3500T Tough Solar
Pros
- Altimeter/barometer for UK mountain use
- Solar powered — no battery worry on long UK hikes
- Multi-band radio time sync via UK MSF signal
- Thermometer for UK weather monitoring
Cons
- £200–£250 UK price
- Large case may suit fewer wrists
The UK hiker's choice — solar-powered with altimeter, barometer, compass and temperature sensor.
Casio A168WA-1YES Vintage Gold
Pros
- Gold-tone stainless steel — fashion-forward
- Under £25 in the UK
- Casio quartz accuracy
- Expandable bracelet — no clasp adjustment needed
Cons
- Gold tone wears off with heavy use
- 30m water resistance only
Gold-toned Casio Vintage — fashion watch revival for UK buyers who want retro without paying vintage premiums.
Honourable Mentions
Editor's Note
Casio's Japanese manufacturing quality is consistent across its entire range. The F-91W has been in continuous production for over 30 years with essentially no changes — a testament to the design. In the UK, G-Shock DW-5600 variants are the most popular with younger buyers; the GA-2100 CasiOak appeals to watch enthusiasts. The Casio Edifice solar/Bluetooth range represents excellent value for UK professionals who want connected quartz features.
Our Take
For a UK buyer who simply wants a reliable, indestructible daily watch without thinking about it, the Casio G-Shock DW-5600E is the only recommendation: £50, solar-powered, 200m water resistance, shockproof, and it'll last 20 years. If you want something smarter for UK office wear, the Casio Edifice ECB-S100 with Bluetooth sync is an overlooked gem.