The Ultimate Guide to All G-SHOCKs — composed by Experts
Can’t choose between G-SHOCK DW-B5600, GM-S5600 and GM-5600? Enjoy our comparison table and the best features unique list of each series.
We are trying to compare the watches from one collection or “similar” price categories. Besides, you may find our rating system and pros & cons section below. Enjoy!
DW-B5600 | |||
Price (Amazon) | |||
Year of first Release | 2022 | 2019 | |
Accuracy | Bluetooth (via phone app) | ±15 seconds per month | ±15 seconds per month |
SmartWatch Features | G-Shock Connected App (simplifies certain watch operations by letting you perform them on your phone screen) | No | No |
Light | LED backlight (Super Illuminator) | Electro-luminescent backlight | Electro-luminescent backlight |
Alarm | 5 daily alarms | Multi-function alarm | Multi-function alarm |
Timer | 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) | Measuring unit: 1 second | 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) Other: Auto-repeat |
Stopwatch | 1/100-second stopwatch | 1/100-second stopwatch | 1/100-second stopwatch |
Hourly Time Signal | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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 | No | No |
Auto-Back Light | No | Yes | Yes |
Case / bezel material | Resin | Resin / Stainless steel | Resin / Stainless steel |
Glass | Mineral Glass | Mineral Glass | Mineral Glass |
Battery | 3 years on CR2016 | 2 years on CR1616 | 2 years on CR2016 |
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 | 48.9×42.8×13.4 | 43.8×38.4×10.9 | 49.6×43.2×12.9 |
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G-SHOCK DW-B5600 Rating System
| Size | ★★★★ |
| Weight | ★★★★★ |
| Functions | ★★★ |
| Materials | ★★★★★ |
| Price | ★★★★★ |
G-SHOCK DW-B5600 PROs & CONs
*we composed all points based on our ten years experience in writing about CASIO watches. We know what matters when you are searching for your ideal G-SHOCK!
– Bluetooth (easy to operate via smartphone)
– Bluetooth Accuracy Calibration (checks if the watch shows the ideal time)
– The first budget square G-SHOCK with Bluetooth
– Small Size (good for most wrists)
– Traditional functions (World time, Stopwatch, Timer, Alarms, etc.)
– Affordable price
– Classic Design but with the modern caliber
– Ideal display readability and convenient additional information on display
– No Tough Solar (no Solar Power)
– Only 3 years battery
– Only traditional functions (World time, Stopwatch, Timer, Alarms etc.)
– No Radio Calibration (you have only Bluetooth Time Sync)
– Without sports functions (like GPS, Steptrecker, advanced timers)
– Budget-friendly materials but durable
G-SHOCK GM-S5600 Rating System
| Size | ★★★★★ |
| Weight | ★★★★★ |
| Functions | ★★ |
| Materials | ★★★★★ |
| Battery Years | ★★★ |
| Price | ★★ |
G-SHOCK GM-S5600 PROs & CONs
*we composed all points based on our ten years experience in writing about CASIO watches. We know what matters when you are searching for your ideal G-SHOCK!
– Very compact (43.8 × 38.4 × 10.9 mm) while traditional G-SHOCK watch size is 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.4 mm
– Can be used for kids & girls & other small wrists
– Can be used as a paired model with a bigger alternative
– Iconic 5600 series finished with luxurious metal
– Square design (those who know, know)
– Beautiful polished metal Lightweight (50 g)
– No Solar Power (2-years battery instead)
– Only traditional functions (World time, Stopwatch, Timer, Alarms etc.).
– No advanced GPS or Pedometer, etc.
– Only traditional accuracy ±15 seconds per month (no Radio Calibration, no Bluetooth)
– No Carbon Core Guard Structure (traditional)
G-SHOCK GM-5600 Rating System
| Size | ★★★★★ |
| Weight | ★★★ |
| Functions | ★★ |
| Materials | ★★★★★ |
| Battery Years | ★★★ |
| Price | ★★ |
Being a fan of CASIO watches since 2009, I strive to share my passion and knowledge with others. Through publishing short notes and curating all listings on this site, I hope to inspire fellow enthusiasts to explore the world of high-quality CASIO watches. A proud owner of GST-B200, GG-1000, GA-110. Remember: Fake Watches are for Fake People.
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