Small watches
from: Britta Rehme, watch expert
Do you want a small watch or introduce your kids to the time? Whether you're looking for a fun, educational watch for the little ones or a stylish one for the older ones, we've got the right small watch for you. Discover the world of small watch and find the right model that not only tells the time but also makes children's eyes light up.
What different kinds of small watches are there?
Our assorted selection of small watches meets the needs and tastes of all boys and girls. This chapter provides an overview of the most common types of small watches: Digital watches, analogue watches and robust, waterproof watches and serves to highlight their respective advantages.
Digital watches: easy to tell the time
Digital watches display the time in digital digits. This makes them particularly suitable for everyone who is just learning to read the time. These wristwatches are often equipped with additional functions such as an alarm function, stopwatch and date display, making them a practical companion for everyday life.
Advantages:
- Easy to read display
- Additional functions such as alarm and stopwatch
- Robust and durable
Analogue watches: classic timepieces with style
Analogue watches have a traditional dial with hour, minute and second hands. These small wristwatches are ideal for kids learning the time in a 12-hour format since they encourage an intuitive understanding of time. They are often available in colourful designs for everyone to enjoy.
Advantages:
- Encourage an intuitive understanding of time
- Variety of designs and styles
- Usually waterproof and robust
- Suitable for everyday use
Waterproof and robust watches: Perfect for adventures
Waterproof and robust watches are made for everyone who enjoys playing outdoors, swimming or taking part in other active hobbies. These watches can withstand the roughest play and are usually equipped with a durable strap and shock-resistant case. Waterproof models are also suitable for swimming and snorkelling.
Advantages:
- Suitable for water activities
- Robust and shock-resistant
- Often with additional functions such as a stopwatch and timer
Each small watch comes with its own advantages and functions. When buying, you should always consider your preferences and needs and make sure to choose the right model. Small watches with resin bracelet are especially robust and turn the watch into a reliable companion for everyday life and special adventures.
Wich small watch suits me?
Choosing the right watch depends heavily on your or your child's individual interests and lifestyle. Here are some considerations to help you find the right watch.
Digital watches for tech-savvys
Digital watches are the ideal choice for everyone who has a penchant for technology and digital devices. With their easy readability and additional functions such as an alarm function and stopwatch, they are not only practical but can also be great fun. What's more, the digital display makes it easier to enter the world of timekeeping.
Analogue watches for classy tastes
If you have a more classic taste, an analogue watch might be more suitable. These watches not only support learning to tell the time in a playful way, but are also available in a variety of designs that make everyday life more cheerful.
Waterproof watches for adventurers
Waterproof and robust watches are ideal for little explorers who love to play outdoors and perhaps even enjoy a little swim. These watches are designed to support the active lifestyle of adventurous girls and boys. These watches provide faithful service while playing and exploring without being damaged.
Whether tech-savvy, classic or adventurous, there is a watch for everyone. Think about what appeals to you the most and what type of watch would best enrich their everyday life.
How much do small watches cost?
Choosing the perfect small watch depends not only on design and features, but also on how much you want to spend. In this chapter, we take a look at the different price ranges of small watches to understand what features and quality characteristics to expect in each range. This will help you decide which watch offers the price-performance ratio that meets your requirements.
Affordable, small watches: 25 euros to 60 euros
This range includes models from the CASIO TIMELESS COLLECTION, for example. This series often includes watches with colourful straps and dials, which makes them particularly appealing to children. In this price range, you can already find watches with an analogue dial to give your child a traditional way of telling the time.
The compromises in this segment are mainly in the features: the watches usually only offer basic functions such as displaying the time. However, some of these watches offer additional features such as an integrated stopwatch or alarm function.
Small premium watches: 80 euros to 130 euros
For a higher price of 80 euros to 130 euros, there are small watches that not only impress with their appearance, but also with their functionality. These include, for example, BABY-G watches, which are shockproof and waterproof. These watches are particularly robust and are ideal for active boys and girls who want to wear their watch when doing sports or playing outdoors.
The BABY-G watches are predominantly digital, although some models also offer an analogue-digital display. With numerous functions, such as an alarm, a stopwatch and sometimes even a calendar, these watches are practical companions for children's everyday lives. What's more, they are available in many bright and child-friendly colours, making them popular accessories for children.
What is the conclusion to small watches?
When it comes to teaching the time, our small watches are an indispensable accessory that combines fun and learning. Here are the most important points to consider when buying a small watch:
- Entry-level models, such as the colourful CASIO TIMELESS COLLECTION wristwatches, are available for as little as 25 euros to 60 euros.
- For premium models, such as the sturdy and waterproof BABY-G watches, you should budget between 80 euros and 130 euros.
- Tech-savvy children will love digital watches with easy-to-read displays and additional functions.
- Small analogue watches are ideal for children who prefer to learn the classic watch.
- Adventurous boys and girls benefit from robust and waterproof watches that accompany them on their activities.
Whether you're looking for an educational watch for the little ones or a stylish model for older children - we have small watches for everyone. And they do not only tell the time, but also bring joy. Now you have all the information you need to find the right watch that will make your child's heart beat faster.
Small watches: What are frequently asked questions?
When should children start wearing watches?
Watches are generally suitable for everyone from the age of five. At this point, they begin to develop an understanding of time and can benefit from having their own small wristwatch.
What type of watch is best suited for first graders?
Simple, easy-to-read analogue and digital watches are ideal for first graders. They help them learn to tell the time and develop their own sense of time. One example of a simple, black digital watch is the BGD-5650-1. The small, pink LRW-200HS-4EV analogue watch is particularly suitable for first graders. It is also available in white and light blue.
What should be considered when buying a small watch?
When buying a watch, the focus should be on design, learning factor and durability. The watch should match your individual taste, help them learn to tell the time and be robust enough for everyday use.
Are the small watches from CASIO waterproof?
Some models are waterproof. Waterproof, small watches are ideal for anyone who doesn't want to take off their watch when washing their hands or swimming. The blue LRW-200HS-2EV is a waterproof watch. With its sporty design, it fits perfectly on smaller wrists. It is also available in a pink and white colour combination.
Which strap material is suitable for the little ones?
Resin wristbands are often the best choice for little ones. They are durable, comfortable and hypoallergenic. They are also easy to clean and available in many colours, such as the black BGD-5650-1 or the blue BGD-565GC-2. Both models are suitable for narrow wrists. They are part of the BABY-G series, which delights everyone – big and small.
