G-SHOCK DW-H5600 All Models | From 2023 till Today | Module 3516 — New Releases, New Colors, Limited Editions, Specs

*DW-H5600MB-8 – Updated March 2024 color!
Size★★★★★
Weight★★★★★
Functions★★★★★
Materials★★★★★
Battery Years★★★★★
Price★★★
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DW-H5600 Model Range *may be updated

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New features in DW-H5600 *in comparison with previous series
In-built Heart Rate Sensor (firstly used in a square case)
The first square MIP G-SHOCK with a totally classic look
The first square MIP G-SHOCK with Bio-based resin case & band
The most functional Square G-SHOCK ever existed (by 2023)
What we like in DW-H5600 *by casiofanmag editors with 10+ years of experience writing about CASIO watches
Square Case with MIP display and the original G-SHOCK look
Good Display Readability (CASIO MIPs have perfect contrast)
In-built Heart Rate Sensor (makes the watch more useful for sports activities, cardio load status monitoring, and calories consumption)
Solar-assisted charging (suitable for the timekeeping mode; you shouldn’t worry about battery replacement while using it as a traditional watch)
In-built Heart Rate Sensor (makes the watch more useful for sport activities, cardio load status monitoring and calorie consumption)
It can be used for running and similar sports (distance, speed, and pace will be taken from your phone GPS. Heart Rate – from in-built sensor)
Interval Timer (you can set different intervals, repeat them, and use them for any activity). Good for functional workouts
Step Count Measurement (via energy-efficient 3-axis acceleration sensor). You can monitor your daily/weekly/monthly/6-month activity status by changing the screens in the watch. Step reminder is also useful
Moon data (moon age of the specific data, moon phase)
Sunrise, sunset time display
Vibrator feature for notifications
Notification function (incoming calls, incoming e-mails, new social media posts, calendar notifications, reminders)
Amazing MIP screen adjustments (you can choose different screens with different data to be used as default)
Calories consumption monitoring
Super Illuminator Light (a high-brightness LED that automatically lights up in the dark when the wearer’s arm is tilted)
Smartphone Link/App Connectivity Features (for time sync and watch adjustments)
Hourly Time Signal (a simple CASIO feature, but we like it. P.S. You need to update your watch software for this feature to appear. With outdated software, the watch doesn’t have it)
What we don’t like in DW-H5600 *by casiofanmag editors with 10+ years of experience writing about CASIO watches
No in-built GPS (you can use your phone GPS instead)
Solar-assisted charging (enough for timekeeping mode, but not enough for sports modes)
Thick (because of the Heart Sensor bulkiness: 16.6 mm VS traditional 13.4 mm in DW5600)
Raw CASIO software (can bug at times, but they are improving it)
No import to third-party apps like Strava (can be changed with a new watch update)
MIP display functions have fewer dynamics in comparison with traditional TN-LCD or STN-LCD (slower refresh rates, no milliseconds)
It doesn’t support chest heart rate sensor for more accurate measurement

Quick Content Guide

  1. DW-H5600 Model Range *in different colors and bands
  2. Japanese Unique Features in DW-H5600 *the most distinctive features in details
  3. General information about the watch *year of first release, model range etc.
  4. Official DW-H5600 Video *only from Casio Company
  5. G-Shock DW-H5600 Display Guide *for key functions only
  6. G-Shock DW-H5600 on the wrist! *only images and only on the wrist
  7. DW-H5600 Usage Patterns *what the watch is usually meant for
  8. Other G-Shock DW Watches *similar by price and functions but different by cases
  9. Official DW-H5600 Specs *all details and for base version DW-H5600-1
  10. G-Shock DW-H5600 PROs & CONs *based on comments from watch owners, our readers, and watch enthusiasts
  11. DW-H5600 Comparison Table *with similar G-Shock Watches
  12. Recent News about DW-H5600 *the latest breaking news and videos

About the Watch in short. From G-SHOCK’s sports line “G-SQUAD”, it is the DW-H5600 series that is active in everyday life. As functions useful for workouts, it is equipped with an optical sensor that can measure heart rate and an acceleration sensor that can measure steps. Suitable for running, walking and working out. In addition, training analysis, sleep recovery analysis, breathing exercise, etc. are possible. It also has a blood oxygen level measurement function. Biomass plastic is used for the bezel and band. In addition, high-definition MIP liquid crystal with high visibility is adopted. It also supports USB charging and solar charging, and pursued practicality.

G-SHOCK G-SQUAD Evolution Timeline

May, 2023

DW-H5600

300$ on Amazon →
★★★★★
New features *in comparison with previous series:
– In-built Heart Rate Sensor (firstly used in a square case)
– The first square MIP G-SHOCK with a totally classic look
– The first square MIP G-SHOCK with Bio-based resin case & band
– The most functional Square G-SHOCK ever existed (by 2023)
More →

March, 2023

GBD-H2000

400$ on Amazon →
★★★★★
New features *in comparison with previous series:
– The first Multi-Sport G-SHOCK with MIP display
– The first BIO-based case and band in a Multi-Sport G-SHOCK with MIP display
– The first Multi-Sport G-SHOCK with Solar Assisted charging
– The first G-SHOCK with six sensors (Heart Rate Sensor, Accelerometer (for tracking steps), Gyroscope (Tracks swimming strokes and turns in the pool), Magnetic sensor, pressure sensor, thermo sensor) and GPS
– The first G-SHOCK that uses Polar software for its sports features
More →

October, 2021

GSR-H1000

700$ on Amazon →
★★★★★
New features *in comparison with previous series:
– The first G-SHOCK with Run & Walk Focus
– The first G-SHOCK that supports additional Motion Sensor (CMT-S20R-AS)
– The first G-SHOCK, which was developed together with ASICS’ sports engineering team
– The first G-SHOCK that supports dedicated apps Runmetrix & Walkmetrix
– The first running G-SHOCK with Run & Walk Focus
More →

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Enjoy Japanese Unique Features in DW-H5600!

Activity measurement centered on heart rate.
Equipped with an optical sensor for heart rate measurement on the back of the main unit. Irradiate LED light to measure changes in blood flow in the body and measure heart rate. In addition, it also has a built-in accelerometer that can measure the number of steps. The distance measured by the accelerometer is corrected by the smartphone’s GPS function to achieve more accurate distance measurement.

Comfort size and rectangular design.
An iconic square design that continues from the first G-SHOCK. By adopting a small battery and a thin LCD, it has a size that is highly wearable while being equipped with an optical sensor. The DW-H5600MB/DW-H5600EX has a metal bezel with a color IP treatment to enhance the quality.

Eco-friendly material that is healthy for people and nature.
In addition to using “biomass plastic” for the main resin parts such as the case, bezel, and band, the case is the first to use biomass-based carbon fiber reinforced resin. By using renewable organic resources as raw materials, we contribute to reducing the burden on the environment. Recycled materials are also used for packaging. As a product that proposes a healthy lifestyle, we have made consideration for the environment a reality.

Supports 4 types of exercise measurement.
Suitable for running, walking, gym workouts and interval training. You can select an activity with a simple button operation and display various measurement data in real time.


Solar-Assist charging
Training functions such as a heart rate monitor, notifications, and smart functions such as step counting are compatible with USB charging. Even if the amount of charge is low, the time display will be driven only by solar charging .

Super illuminator for easy viewing even in dark places

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General Information

Price300$ *average Amazon Price, we may earn commission from purchases
Year of first Release2023
Suitable for Wrist Size145 – 215 mm
Module Number3516 / Manual
Model RangeG-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. All watches are equipped with health and fitness support functions, include a 3-axis accelerometer that keeps track of step count, a Multi-Timer that lets you create up to 20 timer combinations of five timers each, memory for up to 200 lap records, and with the help of the phone app, a calorie-use counter. Ideal for interval training for running, gym activities and other sports.)
Battery TypeSolar (G-Shock Batteries)
Other Divisions the DW-H5600 belongs to: *you may find all watches of the division by clicking on the linkG-Shock Digital
G-Shock Heart Rate Monitor
G-Shock StepCount
G-Shock Bluetooth
G-Shock Square
G-Shock Solar

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Official DW-H5600 Video

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G-Shock DW-H5600 Display Guide *for key functions only. For you to know how it works))

Will be soon…

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G-Shock DW-H5600 on the wrist!

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DW-H5600 Usage Patterns *what the watch is usually meant for

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Other G-Shock DW Watches *similar by price and functions but different by cases

These are not all G-Shock DW Series. Here is a list of All G-Shock DW Watches →


Official Casio Description.

From G-SHOCK’s sports line “G-SQUAD”, it is the DW-H5600 series that is active in everyday life. As functions useful for workouts, it is equipped with an optical sensor that can measure heart rate and an acceleration sensor that can measure steps. Suitable for running, walking and working out. In addition, training analysis, sleep recovery analysis, breathing exercise, etc. are possible. It also has a blood oxygen level measurement function. Biomass plastic is used for the bezel and band. In addition, high-definition MIP liquid crystal with high visibility is adopted. It also supports USB charging and solar charging, and pursued practicality.


Official DW-H5600 Specs / Features *for base version DW-H5600-1

  • Case / bezel material: Biomass plastics
  • Case size (L× W× H): 51.1 x 44.5 x 17.4 mm
  • Weight: 59 g
  • 200-meter water resistance
  • Charging system compatible with dedicated cable (requires device with Type-A USB terminal)
  • Solar powered
  • Activities: Multi-sport (running, walking, etc); Calculate and display distance, speed, pace, and other information using GPS or accelerometer; auto/manual lap function; auto pause function
  • Training Analysis: Cardio load status
  • Activity Log Data: Up to 100 runs with up to 200 laps each, measurement time, distance, pace, running index, calories burned, energy source used, heart rate, maximum heart rate, cardio load, pitch, maximum pitch, stride, altitude gained, number of strokes, SWOLF
  • Wrist Heart Rate Measurement (30~220 bpm): Heart rate, target heart rate setting, graphic heart rate zone indication, heart rate graph, maximum heart rate, minimum heart rate
  • Sleep Measurement: Sleep recovery status (6 stages), sleep recovery stage display, sleep status (5 stages), sleep score display range (1 to 100, measurement unit: 1), autonomic nerve status (5 stages), ANS score range (-10 to +10, measurement unit: 0.1)
  • Blood Oxygen Level Measurement*
  • Breathing Exercise: Setting range (2 to 20 minutes in 1-minute increments), biofeedback, zone-specific time summary
  • Step Count Measurement: 3-axis acceleration sensor, step count display range (0 to 99999 steps), step count reset: automatic reset at midnight every day
  • Active Time Measurement: Special algorithm measures movement time using status analysis (walking, running, biking, undefined)
  • Life Log: Step count, step count graph (week, month, 6 months), calories burned measurement, active time measurement
  • Floor Elevation Measurement
  • Step reminder
  • Mobile link (Automatic connection, wireless linking using Bluetooth®)
  • Auto time adjustment
  • Easy watch setting
  • Approximately 300 world time cities
  • Notification function (incoming calls, incoming e-mails, new social media posts, calendar notifications, reminders)
  • Training analysis data
  • Activity history
  • Life log data
  • Sleep analysis data
  • Phone finder
  • Mineral Glass
  • Compatible band size: 145 to 215 mm
  • World time
    38 time zones* (38 cities + coordinated universal time), daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching
    *May be updated when connected to a smartphone.
  • Moon data (moon age of the specific data, moon phase)
  • Sunrise, sunset time display
  • 1-second stopwatch
    Measuring capacity: 99:59’59”
    Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time
  • Timer
    Measuring unit: 1 second
    Countdown range: 60 minutes
    Countdown start time setting range: 1 second to 60 minutes (1-second increments)
  • 4 daily alarms with snooze
  • Smart alarm (with snooze)
  • LED backlight (Super Illuminator)
    Full auto LED light, selectable illumination duration (1.5 seconds or 5 seconds), afterglow
  • Full auto-calendar (to year 2099)
  • Button operation tone on/off
  • Power Saving (display goes blank to save power when the watch is left in the dark)
  • Battery level indicator
  • Using activity functions (heart rate):
  • • HIGH RATE (continuous reception): Approx. 14 hours max.
  • • NORMAL (continuous reception): Approx. 16 hours max.
  • • LONG (intermittent reception): Approx. 19 hours max.
  • Using in watch mode with heart rate measurement OFF: Approx. 2 months
  • Using with power-saving function ON: Approx. 23 months
  • Varies depending on usage environment; from full charge, without solar power.
  • Accuracy: ±15 seconds per month (with no mobile link function)
  • Airplane mode
  • Vibrator
  • 12/24-hour format
  • Regular timekeeping:
  • Hour, minute, second, am/pm, month, date, day

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G-SHOCK DW-H5600 PROs & CONs
*based on comments from watch owners, our readers, and watch enthusiasts

– Bluetooth (easy to operate via smartphone)
– MIP Display (excellent image quality at ultra-low power consumption, more functions available)

Heart Rate Monitor (for monitoring your sport activities.
Cardio load status, blood oxygen level measurement)
Step Counter (low power consumption, counts calories burnt)
Bluetooth Mobile Link (CASIO WATCHES APP.
Easy watch management and new advanced functions)
Vibration (for certain notifications)
Good Size (51.1 x 44.5 x 16.6 mm VS traditional 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.4 mm in DW-5600)
Wired and Solar Battery Charging
Iconic Square Design (those who know, know)

– No in-built GPS (you can only use it together with your phone)
Might still be too large for someone
Not well priced for a fitness watch
No hourly time signal
Budget-friendly materials but durable
The stopwatch has only 1-second range

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DW-H5600 Comparison Table with similar G-Shock Watches

DW-H5600

DW-B5600

Amazon Price

300$

Year of first Release

2023

2022

2021

Accuracy

Bluetooth (via phone app)

Bluetooth (via phone app)

Bluetooth (via phone app)

SmartWatch Features

CASIO WATCHES App 

CASIO WATCHES App 

G-SHOCK Move App

Optical sensor (for Heart Rate)

Wrist heart rate measurement (maximum measurement value: 220 bpm)

No

No

Step Count

Yes

No

Yes

Blood oxygen level measurement

Yes

No

No

GPS (for distance and speed monitor)

Smartphone GPS via Bluetooth

No

Smartphone GPS via Bluetooth

USB Charging

Yes (After about 2.5 hours of charging, training features can be used continuously for up to 14 hours)

No

No

Activities

Multi-sport (Running, walking, gym workout, interval timer)

No

Maybe used for running, walking, hiking

Smart Alarm

Yes

No

No

Breathing Exercise

Yes

No

No

Vibration

Yes

No

Yes

Light

LED backlight (Super illuminator)

LED backlight (Super Illuminator)

LED backlight (Super illuminator)

Alarm

4 daily alarms with snooze

5 daily alarms

4 daily alarms with snooze

Timer

Timer (set unit: 1 second, maximum set: 60 minutes, measured in 1 second units)

Measuring unit: 1 second
Countdown range: 24 hours
Countdown start time setting range: 1 second to 24 hours (1-second increments, 1-minute increments and 1-hour increments)

Timer for interval measurement (up to five time settings)
Measuring unit: 1 second
Input range: 00’00” to 60’00” (1-second increments)
Others: Auto-repeat (number of repeats settable from 1 to 20)

Stopwatch

Stopwatch: 1 second, 100 hour counter, with split

1/100-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 00’00”00~59’59”99 (for the first 60 minutes)
1:00’00~23:59’59 (after 60 minutes)
Measuring unit: 1/100 second (for the first 60 minutes)
1 second (after 60 minutes)
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times

1-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 99:59’59”
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time

Hourly Signal

No

Yes

No

World Time

38 time zones (38 cities + coordinated universal time), city code display, city name display, daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching, Home city/World time city swapping

38 time zones (38 cities + coordinated universal time), city code display, city name display, daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching, Home city/World time city swapping

38 time zones* (38 cities + coordinated universal time), daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching

Sunrise/sunset time

Yes

No

No

Sleep Analysis

Yes (Sleep recovery level
Tips for exercise, sleep, etc.
Sleep stage graph)

No

No

Moon Data

Yes

No

No

Auto-Back Light

Yes

No

Yes

Screw Back

No

No

No

Case / bezel material

Resin (biomass plastic)

Resin

Resin

Glass

Mineral Glass

Mineral Glass

Mineral Glass

Battery

Solar powered and Rechargeable

3 years on CR2016

2 years on CR2032

Size (mm) *we consider 48.9×42.8×13.4 to be a traditional watch size (as in DW-5600). So you are to compare how far or close the watch is to this size

51.1 x 44.5 x 17.4

48.9×42.8×13.4

49.4×45.9×15

Full features (if you want to know more)

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Recent News about DW-H5600 

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You ask, we answer…

How does Heart rate monitor in DW-H5600 work?

Optical sensors on case back of watch LED light, detect the blood flow under the skin, and measure heart rate.

What is Step Count in DW-H5600?

It is a 3-axis accelerometer that detects body movements and measures step count and distance travelled. Also interpolates distance measurements in environments where GPS measurement is unavailable)

What does G-SHOCK Connected App in DW-H5600 do?

You may manage all watch settings through your phone.

What does Training Function in DW-H5600 do?

Display of distance, speed, pace, and other calculated values based on accelerometer, auto/manual lap times, Auto Pause, target alert setting (time, calories burned) on/off, training display customization (elapsed time, distance, pace, lap time, lap distance, lap pace, average pace, speed, average speed, calories burned).


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