Watches make a wonderful Christmas present for any loved one. However, some come with fairly high price tags. A good watch does not need to be unaffordable, and many watch companies create high quality timepieces with a very affordable price tag. To help you to find the perfect gift for Christmas on a budget, we have put together a list of watches under £50. Our top picks include watches for both men and women from a range of brands. This variety will ensure that there is a perfect watch under £50 to give to any loved one this Christmas.
Our Top 10 Watches Under £50
Radley Watch It! | Women’s Nude Silicone Strap | Nude Dial RY21258
Radley are a world famous fashion and accessories brand that is most well known for its scottie dog logo. This watch features the iconic logo on the dial. The nude dial exhibits two scottie dogs. One is a grey colour and the other pink. The dogs are outlined in gold to match the gold dot indices and hands. This dial is framed by a nude plastic case, creating a modern neutral look. This watch is finished with a nude silicone strap. The strap is detailed with a pattern of small white hearts for an adorable finishing touch. Radley uses reliable quartz movements to power its watches. The brand also assures that each timepiece is water resistance to make them suitable for every day wear.
Ben Sherman Black, Alloy IP Silver Polished 33mm Case Mineral Glass Stainless Steel Bracelet BSK005BSMG
This Ben Sherman watch exhibits a very classic style, but comes with a wallet friendly price tag. The watch features a black dial with Arabic indices and silver hour and minute hands. A red second hand stands out from the dark backdrop of the dial making short time periods easy to track. Mineral glass protects the dial to provide a durable finish. The dial is surrounded by a stainless steel case that measures 34mm in diameter. This case size ensures that the dial will be easy to read whilst sitting comfortably on the wrist. A stainless steel bracelet will secure the watch on the wrist. This watch is part of a gift set that would make a fantastic Christmas gift. A black fabric wallet accompanies the watch for an elegant matching accessory.
Lorus Women’s | Dark Blue Sunray Dial | Stainless Steel Bracelet RG299SX9
This watch is made unique by its exquisitely patterned dial. The deep blue dial features a design of flowers, swirls and butterflies in shades of pale blue and silver. The dial also exhibits baton and Roman numeral indices with silver hour, minute and second hands. A sturdy stainless steel case frames the dial. This case houses the reliable quartz movement that powers the watch. This model is finished using a stainless steel bracelet that fastens using a deployment clasp. The silver of the stainless steel elements of the watch perfectly complements the deep blue shades of the dial to create a bold and eye-catching look.
Reflex Active Series 4 Smart Watch | Colour Touch Screen | Black IP Steel Bracelet RA04-3000
It may come as a surprise to some that even smartwatches are available at a budget of less than £50. Reflex Active watches are high quality smartwatches that offer many of the same functions as much more expensive alternatives. This watch has a calorie and step counter as well as a sleep and distance tracker. The timepiece also has pre-loaded sports apps to aid the wearer in tracking their activity and workouts. This smartwatch would make a great Christmas gift for someone who is into tracking their wellness and fitness. This model features a case made of black plated stainless steel to frame the touch screen dial. A matching black plated stainless steel bracelet secures the watch on the wrist. The dark colour scheme gives this model a masculine appearance.
Reflex Active Series 3 Smart Watch | Nude Pink Strap RA03-2038
This Reflex Active is a more feminine alternative to the above model. This model is intricately detailed and meticulously designed to perfectly fit into any wardrobe. The watch features a rose gold plated stainless steel case and pink faux leather strap to create a chic and feminine sense of style. The dial of this watch is patterned with a floral and dragonfly themed pattern in shades of red and rose gold. This model has a battery life of up to 4 days and is compatible with both iOS and Android phones. The watch can track a range of statistics that will help the wearer to become more aware of their fitness and wellness. The watch can also display message and call notifications to keep the wearer connected with their contacts whilst on the go.
Lorus Men’s | Blue Dial | Gold Plated Steel Bracelet RH340AX9
The contrast between the bold blue dial of this watch and the classic gold coloured case create an eye-catching combination on the wrist. The blue dial features gold features with a weekday and date display positioned at 3 o’clock. The dial is framed by a 40mm gold plated stainless steel case. This case houses a powerful quartz movement that powers the hands and date display. A gold plated stainless steel bracelet will secure the watch on the wrist. Additionally, this watch is water resistant up to 50 metres (5 bar) to ensure that it will be resilient against any splashes it may encounter throughout day to day life.
Orla Kiely Women’s Bobby | Multi-Coloured Stem Print Plastic Strap | White Dial OK2338
The Orla Kiely brand is renowned for its bold and bright patterns that are incorporated into the designs of each item it creates. This watch is adorned with the brand’s signature stem print. The cream dial feature blue baton indices with multicoloured Arabic indices in shades of orange, green, yellow and blue. The dial also features blue hour and minute hands with a green second hand. A plastic tortoiseshell case frames the dial, giving the watch a vintage influenced design. This watch is finished with a cream plastic strap that is detailed with a multicoloured stem design. The range of bold colours used in the design of this watch ensure that this timepiece will pair perfectly with any other accessories or clothing items.
Superdry Navy & Green Printed Silicone Soft Touch Strap | Green Print Dial SYG346UN
This Superdry watch is in a bright green and blue colour scheme, making it stand out on the wrist. The watch would make a great gift for fans of the Superdry brand or anyone who like to adorn themselves with bold accessories. The dial is split in half, with one half in a bright green shade and the other in a navy blue. The dial features a design of Japanese characters and the brand’s logo. Bright green skeleton hour, minute and second hands are set at the centre of the dial. A blue plastic case frames the dial and houses a reliable quartz movement. The silicone strap of this watch exhibits the same dual tone design as the dial. It is patterned with the brand’s logo and fastens using a pin buckle.
Lorus Women’s Sport 36 mm Champagne Gradient RG269TX9
The Lorus brand was launched by Seiko in 1982 in an effort to appeal to younger and young at heart customers. To this day, the brand uses high quality Seiko movement in its watches to ensure that they are reliable and long lasting. Lorus watches have all fo the substance of a Seiko watch at a much more affordable price. This model features a champagne gradient glitter dial that shifts from silver to gold. This is adorned with gold baton indices and hands. A black plastic case frames the dial, contrasting the bold sparkling dial and making it stand out. This watch is finished with a classic and lightweight black silicone strap. Additionally, the watch is water resistant up to 100 metres, meaning that it can be worn for some water based activities.
Limit Men’s Black Canvas Strap | Black Dial | Alloy Case 5791.01
Limit prides itself on producing elegant, high quality and traditional timepieces. These characteristics are found in all of the brand’s watches, even those with a very affordable price tag. This watch is perfect for Christmas on a budget due to its simple design. The black dial exhibits white Arabic indices and a small date aperture at 6 o’clock. Silver hour, minute and second hands are set at the centre of the dial. A dark metal case frames the dial to continue the elegant dark colour scheme. The case measures 42mm in diameter so that the dial can be read easily at a glance. This timepiece is finished with a black canvas strap. Canvas is a durable and lightweight material meaning that the watch will be comfortable and long lasting.
What did you think of our watch recommendations for Christmas on a budget? Did any of these watches catch your eye? Let us know in the comments!
