[G-SHOCK Comparison] MTG-B3000 VS MTG-B2000 VS MTG-B1000

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The Ultimate Guide to All G-SHOCKs — composed by Experts

Can’t choose between G-SHOCK MTG-B3000, MTG-B2000 and MTG-B1000? 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!


MTG-B3000

Price (Amazon)

Year of first Release

2022

2015

Accuracy

Radio-controlled (via atomic watch signals), Bluetooth (via phone app)

Radio-controlled (via atomic watch signals), Bluetooth (via phone app)

Radio-controlled (via atomic watch signals), Bluetooth (via phone app)

SmartWatch Features

G-SHOCK Connected App

G-SHOCK Connected App

G-SHOCK Connected App

Light

LED light (Super Illuminator)

Neobrite and LED light (super illuminator, with afterglow function)

Neobrite (hands and hour markers) and LED light (Super Illuminator)

Alarm

Daily alarm

Daily alarm

Daily alarm

Timer

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

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

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

Stopwatch

1-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 23:59’59.
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time

1-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 23:59’59
Measuring modes: Elapsed time

1-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 23:59’59”
Measuring modes: Elapsed time

Hourly Time Signal

No

No

No

World Time

Dual time
27 time zones, Home city time swapping, auto summer time (DST) switching

27 time zones, Home city time swapping, auto summer time (DST) switching

39 time zones* (27 cities + coordinated universal time), daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching

Carbon Core Guard

Yes

Yes

No

Case / bezel material

Resin / Stainless steel

Carbon / stainless steel

Resin / Carbon

Glass

Sapphire crystal with glare-resistant coating

Spherical Glass (Sapphire Glass with non-reflective coating)

Spherical Glass (Sapphire Glass with non-reflective coating)

Battery

Solar powered (CTL1616)

Solar powered

Solar powered (CTL920)

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

51.9×50.9×12.1

55.1×51.0×15.9

55.8×51.7×14.4

Full features (if you want to know more)

*Want to compare some other features? Please, comment and we will improve our table.


G-SHOCK MTG-B3000 Rating System

Size★★★★★
Weight★★★★★
Functions★★★★
Materials★★★★★
Price★★

G-SHOCK MTG-B3000 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!

– Analog & Functional (analog watches are difficult to make functional)
– Premium Look & Premium Materials
– Amazing Second Hand (a beauty of any watch)
– Solar Powered (Tough Solar). No need to worry about the battery change
– Bluetooth (easy to operate via smartphone)
– Bluetoot Accuracy Calibration (checks if the watch shows the ideal time)
– Carbon Core Guard (the watch is more lightweight but stronger in comparison with a traditional case)
– TRIPLE G RESIST (Shock resistant, – Centrifugal force resistant, Vibration resistant)
– Sapphire crystal (with glare-resistant coating)
– Screw Lock Crown (functional)
– Very Slim (12.1mm. The slimmest MTG so far)
– Analog Timer (with inverted second hand move)
– LED light (Super Illuminator)

– Less functional than with digital display
– No hourly time signal
– High Price (but good materials)
– No Radio Calibration (you have only Bluetooth Time Sync)
– Slim case but rather big in length & width (51.9 × 50.9 × 12.1 mm)
– Doubtful readability (the hands are not very distinct in some series)
– Difficult to set up manually (without APP)


G-SHOCK MTG-B2000 Rating System

Size★★★★
Weight★★★★
Functions★★★★★
Materials★★★★★
Battery Years★★★★★
Price★★
How did we compose this rating? Enjoy our calculations →

G-SHOCK MTG-B2000 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!

– Analog & Functional (analog watches are difficult to make functional)
– Monocoque case with lightweight construction
– Octagonal Form (trendy & stylish design).
– Luxury brands are also boasting an OAK design
– Dual Core Guard Structure (Combining Metal and Carbon)
Amazing Second Hand (a beauty of any watch)
– Solar Powered (Tough Solar).
– No need to worry about the battery change
– Radio Control Accuracy (corrects the time if needed via radio signals) Bluetooth Accuracy Calibration (checks if the watch shows the ideal time), also called Mobile Link
Sapphire crystal (Scratch-resistant, highly transparent with an anti-reflective coating)
– Bluetooth (easy to operate via smartphone)

– Not too small (55.1 × 49.8 × 15.9 mm). Average watch size is 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.4 mm.
High price (but good materials)
No hourly time signal
Difficult to adjust all settings without the phone


G-SHOCK MTG-B1000 Rating System

Size★★★★
Weight★★★★★
Functions★★★★★
Materials★★★★★
Battery Years★★★★★
Price★★★★
How did we compose this rating? Enjoy our calculations →

G-SHOCK MTG-B1000 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!

– New Core Guard Structure (protects the module by integrating the lug arms and pipes that connect the band)
– Sapphire crystal with glare-resistant coating (assures clear visibility)
– Screw Lock Back (more durable)
– Countdown timer (rare feature in a fully analog watch)
– TRIPLE G RESIST (Shock resistant, Centrifugal force resistant, Vibration resistant)
– Radio Control Accuracy (corrects the time if needed via radio signals)
– Bluetooth Accuracy Calibration (checks if the watch shows the ideal time), also called Mobile Link
– Easy to operate via smartphone
– Amazing Second Hand (a beauty of any watch)
– LED light (a rare feature in a fully analog watch)
– Solar Powered (Tough Solar). No need to worry about the battery change

– A little bit oversized (55.8 × 51.7 × 14.4 mm while traditional watch size (DW-5600) is 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.4 mm)
– Overcomplicated settings (if you do not use the app)
– Poor readability in small dials
– No hourly time signal
– Expensive (but premium materials & functions)



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