Regular user of functional watches for sport (race, swimming) and trips. Choice motivated by the affordable price (around 40 €), the autonomy announced and the waterproofing at 100 m. Daily port for 3 months, including in moderate wet and shock conditions.

See Casio AE-1500WH-8BVEF and Amazon reviews

First contact and installation

• Perceived quality: robust but light resin housing (57 g), adjustable bracelet a little rigid at the start. Large dial (54 mm) imposing on fine cuffs.
• Handling: no necessary configuration. Instant retro, intuitive menus even without manual.
• Adaptation time: 2 days to control the 5 customizable alarms and the stopwatch.

Real test vs promises

• Performance: Waterproofing validated in swimming pool and shower. Resist with occasional shocks (hooking of doors, fall of 1 m).

Key features:

• Orange backlight readable at night but too short duration (1 second).
• Configurable alarms (specific dates, monthly rehearsals) greater than a lot of Casio in this range.

Defects:

• Rayable resin glass in a week of active use (backpack, keys).
• Strap uncomfortable after 8 hours of continuous port (sharp edges).
• Display "10 Year Battery" deemed superfluous and unrealistic in intensive use.
• Sustainability: no dysfunction after 3 months, but scratches visible on the screen.

Key points for the buyer

• For whom? Sportsmen, travelers, or those looking for a disposable watch without headache.
• Who's not? Fine wrists (-value for money: justified below 40 €, less interesting beyond (alternatives at the entrance G-Shock).
• Alternatives: Casio W-218H (more compact) or F-91W (legendary but less readable).

Cash verdict▲ 3 assets:

1. Optimal readability day and night.
2. Real autonomy> 2 years even with daily alarms.
3. Unbeatable price for a 100m waterproof watch.

▼ 3 faults:

1. Excessive size for formal use or fine cuffs.
2. Inevitable scratches without additional protection.
3. Uncomfortable bracelet in extended port.

Recommendation: Yes, for a brutal sports/daily use or as a secondary watch. To avoid if you are looking for aesthetic sustainability or comfort over long periods.

Small checklist before buying this product

1. wrist size

• Measure your wrist tower: - Virtual port test: Compare the dimensions (54 mm) with your current watch.

2. Main use*

• Sport/Nature/Manual work → Yes.
• Formal occasions/evenings → No (too imposing).

3. Bracelet comfort

• Check the flexibility of the meshes and the edges (avoid if sensitive skin).
• Plan a silicone spare bracelet (10-15 €) if port> 6h/day.

4. Striking tolerance

• Do you accept a screen visibly worn in 1 month? If not, budget a screen protector (€ 5).

5.

• Daily alarms + backlight = 2 real years (VS 10 years Marketing).
• Requirements> 2 years? Prefer a solar watch (price × 3).

6. Alternative comparison

• Waterproofing + Price → AE-1500WH.
• Compact + discretion → Casio W-218H (35 €).

7. Strict budget

• Rational purchase threshold: 40 € max.
• Trap to avoid: resellers at € 55 ("limited edition" = same model).

Check these 3 points in store:

1. Readability of the low light display ("Light" button).
2. Fluidity of the bracelet setting (precise adjustment click).
3. Reactivity of lateral pimples.

“If 2/3 of the points are validated, go to purchase. Otherwise, orient yourself towards an F-91W. ».