Head to head
Auricoste Spirotechnique vs Mido Ocean Star 600 Chronometer
Two automatic watches from different brands, €80 apart, recorded at Tempus on 12 November 2026.
What the spec sheets say
The Auricoste Spirotechnique leads on 1 point (thickness), the Mido Ocean Star 600 Chronometer on 2 (price at our check and water resistance).
- Choose the Auricoste Spirotechnique if you prefer a slimmer case.
- Choose the Mido Ocean Star 600 Chronometer if you want to pay less (a €80 gap) and you plan to swim or dive with it.
Line by line
CriterionAuricosteMido
Price at our check€1,750€1,670Advantage
MovementAutomaticAutomatic
CalibreSellita SW200Calibre 80 Chronomètre Si
CrystalSapphireSapphire
Water resistance300 m600 mAdvantage
Diameter42 mm43.5 mm
Thickness12.85 mmAdvantage14.6 mm
Comparison based on the retailer’s spec sheets, without handling the watches. Criteria with no objective winner (diameter, calibre) are left undecided.
Questions
Short answers
Which is cheaper, the Auricoste Spirotechnique or the Mido Ocean Star 600 Chronometer?
The Mido Ocean Star 600 Chronometer, at €1,670 against €1,750 at our check on 12 November 2026.
Which is more water-resistant?
The Mido Ocean Star 600 Chronometer, water-resistant to 600 m against 300 m.
Do they have the same crystal?
Yes, a sapphire crystal on both.