Invicta Diver Meridian Men's Watch vs Kenneth Cole 42.5mm Quartz Watch
Both are cheap quartz watches, so pick by size and features rather than brand prestige. The Invicta Diver Meridian is the bigger, bolder diver-style piece at 46mm; the Kenneth Cole is a smaller 42.5mm chronograph with a scratch-resistant crystal. On price, the Invicta has run far cheaper, from $13.00 on November 1 to $25.99 on November 4, while the Kenneth Cole has held between $26.99 on October 31 and $29.49 on November 4. Buy the Invicta for a large casual beater at a low price, the Kenneth Cole for a dressier chronograph that fits smaller wrists.
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Choose the Invicta Diver Meridian if you want a large 46mm diver-style watch and the lowest price matters most.
- Lowest recent price, $13.00 on November 1
- Large 46mm case makes a bold statement
- Diver styling with water resistance
- Quartz movement needs little upkeep
What separates them
| Invicta Diver Meridian Men's Watch | Kenneth Cole 42.5mm Quartz Watch | |
|---|---|---|
| Case size | 46mm | 42.5mm |
| Style | Diver-style analog | Chronograph |
| Crystal | Not stated as scratch-resistant | Scratch-resistant |
| Movement | Quartz | Quartz |
| Water resistance | Yes | Yes |
| Recent low price | $13.00 on November 1 | $26.99 on October 31 |
| Recent high price | $25.99 on November 4 | $29.49 on November 4 |
| Wrist presence | Large, heavy look | Smaller, dressier look |
Price history
- Invicta Diver Meridian Men's Watch: lowest $13.00 on Nov 1 at Invicta Stores; $25.99 on Nov 4.
- Kenneth Cole 42.5mm Quartz Watch: lowest $26.99 on Oct 31 at Ashford.com; $29.49 on Nov 4.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Invicta Diver Meridian Men's Watch | Kenneth Cole 42.5mm Quartz Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Style | Wrist | Wrist |
| Water Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Watch Movement | Quartz | Quartz |
| Case Size | 46mm case | 42.5mm case |
| Display | Analog | — |
| Chronograph | — | Yes |
| Scratch-Resistant | — | Yes |
| Case Shape | — | Round Case |
What reviewers say
Invicta Diver Meridian Men's Watch
Owner feedback on the Diver Meridian is limited. Buyers of similar low-cost Invicta quartz divers tend to like the size and look for the money but question long-term durability.
- SizeMixedThe 46mm case draws comments both for its bold presence and for being too big for many wrists.
- BuildCriticisedOwners of low-cost Invicta quartz watches often say the finishing and materials feel cheap.
- TimekeepingPraisedThe quartz movement is generally reported to keep accurate time.
- Water resistance
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a small wrist?
- The Kenneth Cole. Its 42.5mm case is noticeably smaller than the Invicta's 46mm, which wears large and heavy.
- Is the Kenneth Cole worth the extra money?
- If you want a chronograph and a scratch-resistant crystal, yes. The Invicta's recent low of $13.00 on November 1 was far cheaper, but it lacks both.
- Which has better water resistance?
- Both list water resistance, but neither listing gives a depth rating, so treat both as splash-resistant rather than for diving.
- Do either need winding?
- No. Both use quartz movements, so they run on a battery and only need a battery change every few years.
- Which looks dressier?
- The Kenneth Cole. Its smaller round case and chronograph layout read dressier; the Invicta's 46mm diver case is casual and sporty.