The BEST bang for buck square Gshock EVER - GWM5610U - almost PERFECT
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Today a review od the new updated solar atomic square the GW-M5610 U.
With a new module 3495 that is in the newly updated solar squares, GW-M5610U, GW-S5600U and GW-5000U which are recognized by the letter U at the end. The older versions were GWM5610 and GW-5000 without the U, Casio has fixed pretty much all the issues I personally had with the older versions and made one of the best square lineups to date
I also did a user manual and how-to guide on using all the functions of the GWM 5610 GShock!!
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I’ve got the previous 5610 model and it’s easily the best day-to-day watch I own. This new model has obvious improvements - but I can’t upgrade, the point of the watch is that it’s set and done and then lasts for a decade or more - replacing it every time a fancier model comes out seems to go against the ethos of owning the watch.
Well said. I love my previous version.
That's how I feel 😮. And you know, I have two other watches as well! The previous 5610 I own is the thing I wear every day for work or outdoor activities...that's 90 percent of the time! And it's unkillable. Just, it will never really win any awards for looks so I have one of those citizen promaster lands but Japan domestic market ones, just for a bit of exotic flare...and really quite tough as well, but can be worn with more smart casual clothing. And then I do own one of those Seiko automatics, field watches, which is proving to be more accurate than I thought and rather good as well for dress clothes..going out ...so just when I've thought I've gotten all the watches I need, this shows up 🤔
If you're a collector or a G Shock enthusiast then you'll probably buy this watch. If you're a regular person you'll buy this watch when your old one falls apart.
@@silveribis55 I also have the previous version of this watch. I just replaced the band and bezel because after 5 years of constant wear it was looking worn. Now it with the new band and bezel and good cleaning it's back to looking like brand new.
For me automatics are the best. I have already an iphone with digital time. But it's good to have always a Casio in your watch collection
I purchased this watch just for fun because of its retro style. It ended up being my main watch! It's very light and comfortable. It has all functions an everyday watch needs. It wears good from business casual down to sportswear. Suitable for field work also. Not overly worried I might scratch it. Also do not need to remove it to do delicate work, does not bother me. It even took some bites from my German Sheppherd... Still looks like new, not a single dent on it. 💯
I bought one a few Months ago , I love it. I actually prefer wearing it to my expensive watches . Love the perfect timekeeping too
Yes. You can’t wear the rolex when doing oil changes.
I flipped many watches over the past 10 years but this is the only one that I've kept around and I'm never intending to sell it. I have the original non-U version and I appreciate the improvements they made (I'm looking at you, useless timer subdial) but I think both models have the most important stuff being solar and atomic. I've modded mine with the orange combo of the MR4 version (rescue) but the standard black casing is really good too and it works with a lot of outfits. Combined with the red line around the display I instantly fell in love with this watch back in the day and I still adore it. I'd say if you are thinking about buying a dw-5600 save up a bit and buy this instead, it has solar and atomic, a better display (bolder numbers), full auto EL and a really cool milled case back. Most importantly, it has a standard adjust button, not the stupid recessed type the dw lineup has. One of the best price/value watches ever made.
Just ordered this. Something about that 80s nostalgia still looks classic and modern.
I literally wear this watch everyday it’s absolutely perfect. Great for surfing 🏄♂️
Till now use this watch?
received as a gift on the father's day, what a great watch, the best casio g-shock ever!
Great to see a company evolving a classic without ruining what made it so iconic.
I reckon this should be your next giveaway watch.
Yes. Surprisingly, a company improving on an iconic product without changing for the worse what made it so popular in the first place is rare. So, well done Casio for leaving well enough alone but adding functionality.
Thanks for pointing out the improvements, I wasn't aware as the look is so similar. Argos in UK show old EL backlight model but a review said they actually sell the latest model and the catalogue picture is out of date. Tempted now!!!
Update: temptation got the better of me, it's awesome!
CN we get a 1 month short review :D?
Yep, bought this one a couple of months ago. This is the first watch I bought myself at Service merchandise in 1983 the fist year the GShock came out. Now I have a brand new one just like it. Since this thing is correct to the second at all times I don’t understand the point in wearing a mechanical & non radio or Bluetooth watch anymore
I just bought one about 2 weeks ago and now, my other 5 watches sit in the drawer. This is now my EDC watch and I can’t get it off my wrist! I only take it off at bedtime and leave it to sync. I didn’t think I’d like it because of the square, digital face. I usually prefer a round, analog face. After 2 days, I fell in love with the this watch! I think it definitely deserves the hype and glowing reviews it gets.
Why take it off for bed? 😅 I leave mine on AND it still gets the time updated after midnight. I love it!
I picked up one of these recently (-1CJF from Sakura), and I'm really pleased with it. There was no doubt in my mind with this purchase because I already owned & loved the GWM5610. The various improvements in the module show Casio did listen to customer feedback, and my personal favorite g-shock is even better for it. I actually feel like the 5610U is one of the best _products_ a person can buy, not just one of the best watches. Yes, I like it that much!
What does 1CJF mean?
@@catomaior8911 It's the particular version of the 5610U that I got (GW-M5610U-1CJF).
@@catomaior8911I believe just nomenclature for this watch (5610U) with different color scheme
@@catomaior8911JF in casio watches means it is the version for the japanese market. And "ER" means version for Europe.
I have the older version. The 1.5 second back light was a big reason I stopped wearing it as my work watch. 3 seconds will be a lot better. I think they could have done better by offering a night mode like the Timex Ironman. You hold down the light for 3 seconds to activate it. Then the light will go on for 3 seconds with the push of any button. It's very helpful for operating the timer or stop watch in the dark.
There's just something about a G-Shock square...fantastic watches, deserve a spot in every collection.
Had the previous version negative with the combi bracelet. When this came out I immediately ordered the positive one and swapped the modules between the two watches (kept the one with the bracelet and sold the other one). Made a watch similar looking to the gw5000u with a combi.. Couldn't be happier..
I just got one for £79, it’s perfect for my needs. Very lightweight & practical. Does remind me of my childhood that brings a smile to face.
i went for the GW5000U for the screwdown caseback. it's pretty much my only watch these days. the new g shock squares are AWESOME
My daily watch is the older version of this. The new features are all great improvements, but not enough difference for me to upgrade. I mostly appreciate the current time display while using the timer/stopwatch, but I don’t use those enough to justify upgrading. Maybe if I ever kill this one. As if.
Thanks for the great review.
This watch is amazing. I own quite a bit of watches and for everyday there is no better watch, doesnt matter if you are casual or collector. You can even buy amazing bezels and stuff for it 🙌
AHHHHH back to Gshocks... love your work....
I've only been into watches for like a month or two now, but your channel intro song already makes me feel warm, fuzzy nostalgic feelings.
My 5610 has been with me for 5 years now. These new features are worth an upgrade!
Nice video, and thanks!
Indeed a no brainer.
However, I currently have the basic 5600 series and it’s quite a beater of a watch.
I find myself wearing it for all my « hard work » (cleaning around the house, gardening, yard work, cleaning the pool, etc.)
It’s inexpensive and my heart doesn’t skip a beat when I knock it around.
With the higher price of this updated version, I may not have the same attitude with it 🤷🏼♂️
Thanks for sharing!
By the way, I just noticed you’re already close to 110K subscribers! 😯
It seems just yesterday you were celebrating the 100K milestone!! 😆
Congrats for your success! 🥳
Have the old version on combi. Best daily beater I own. Hate the LED on the new one and 1.5 sec is enough time for me to see the time in that glorious old school light! Would love to have the euro date option though... Keep rolling out the vids! Love 'em!
As a GW-M5600 owner this update solves all the gripes I have with my current watch.
Just received mine today. My first Casio in over 30 years and I love it!
I got mine about 2 months ago and beat it hard building during a full house renno. It looks way better with mortar round the bezel to me, its stuck on there nicely now. Its been great, never took it off once. I just wish it had the bigger buttons, dim in and out LED fully back lit and the brick pattern on the face. I mean, I really beat it hard! it still has no scratches is literally a mirical! I catch and snag it lots.
I just literally got this watch delivered. I don't wear watches at all but need one for my new job and I'm willing to try it out. It seems really comfortable and love all the features but the real test will be wearing it... We shall see.
It just need a bigger screen/numbers and we have an absolute winner. NO Bluetooth but just the things you really need. Man I love this thing
Doesn’t really need the Bluetooth
Great watches. You can’t beat digital classic look g shocks. I wear a positive g shock king gxw56 with bull bars and I love it.
After using analog-digital Casio watches for the past few years, I really appreciate how practical the digital watches are.
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I agree! They are clearer, sometimes bigger ,longer lived and a lot easier to set
I did not know about the time zone flipping feature! That’s awesome! Thanks!
I had the previous Gwm 5610 in both multiband 5 and 6 . I have long been a fan of these solar radio controlled squares, so the 5610u was a must have! I also love the update to it and now use it as my daily wearer! I'm not sure I would update my Gw 5000 though as I don't use it enough!
Best bang for buck, I totally agree. I used mine as a regulator for my analogues. Just a great watch :)
I have this watch and I love it. I wear it all the time despite having other watches I want to wear.
I don't have the U version of this watch, but honestly I like the old version better.
Great watch - solar and atomic setting. My only fault is when you view on an angle it blurs out. The cheaper DW5600 doesn’t do that - you can see the time at any angle, that watch is slightly bigger too. The 5610 is my go to watch until I bought the GA 2100WS (white band blue face) - for the summer it is awesome looking!
I want one of these also, but I went for the GW-5000U and I don’t regret it for a second! My favorite watch.
Have that watch and i love it so much ! Everyone should have one .
yes! Awesome watch! Bought this this year, absolute wearable beast!
Just got one today. Put bullbars on it too. Old school love it great memories...and yes i collect watches
Do the bull bars add more protection?
@xxsilver_gamingxx389 yes but they were always almost bomb proof anyway.
@@sparky6996 yeah I know! I think it adds to it idk maybe just me, where’s the best place to buy them
@xxsilver_gamingxx389 honestly I got it on amazon and they weren't expensive. I think it rocks the look even more and those old school vibes....loving it
@@sparky6996 could you send a link 🙏
Almost perfect and it's pretty frustrating. I like every feature and the look of this watch, but here some things I'd really like to have:
-Better screen quality/legibity
-Louder alarm sound
-Auto repeat countdown timer
-Flash light alarm
-Mute input sound
I have a DW-6900, almost perfect too and I love the big light button ! But lacking Solar + MB6 + WT + multi alarm.
Casio please just do the perfect daily beater without compromises am ready to pay for that !
The problem is, when they go Solar, they are always quieter to conserve energy
There's a 6900 model that has all that
I think g shock needs to step up their entry line and make solar bluetooth the standard. Glad to see they’re doing it for the casioak too. The future is battery-free!
This would mean the g shock price floor is rising but i think it’s completely justified. They will still do entry stuff like the f91w!
Totally agree, after getting a GD350 and GA2100 was a little disappointed after awhile, but still love them. ANY G-Shock should be Sapphire crystal and Solar powered, minimum!
@@MichaelandCathy1999 Sapphire crystal wasn't the standard for G-Shocks and it would drive up the cost.
I'm glad it doesn't have bluetooth. I don't see the added benefit and I don't need another connected device.
The 10 year old Casio GB-6900 was their first bluetooth model. It isn't supported in the current phone app. I see the same thing happening with the current generation of bluetooth watches - no support and no way to use all their features in a few years.
I just subscribed. I was on the fence about purchasing this model. You convinced me, and I ordered one today, 7/10/ 24. Thank you.
I didn't realize I had the updated version of this watch! I just set the light timer to 3 seconds, it was the only thing I didn't like about this watch. Thanks!
You never read the manual?
Great watch. I have a GW-M5610 on a combi that was with me on a trip to the UK in 2019 which included a visit to the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. So, I'll be wearing it for some time yet as there are may adventures yet to come...
i´ve got a lot of g shocks and this is the most i use, because isn´t llamative, and people don´t even notice.
Has all you need and nothing you don´t
Thank you for this helpful information. The new functions were what I was missing from my current model.
My watch! 😄 I'm very happy with it.
I ordered the GWM5610-1 for my daughter as a gift. I thought it would be a good start for her as it's going to be her 1st wristwatch.
I love your videos! Great voice and right to the point. I just got this watch. I had the normal 5600e (battery) and wanted this look. Two other things that I noticed (and don't like) are the very strange over contrast to the display, which results in a very narrow viewing angle vs. the normal squares. For example, glancing down while driving, typing, laying on the couch and not wanting to move the dog, etc.. I cant just glance down and read the time anymore, I have to turn my wrist and face it to my eyes vs. the battery versions with lower contrast, this was never a thing. The second thing, is the tones on this watch are VERY low. (even lower than the atomic GW6900 that I also have). So, I think in the end the thing that frustrates me the most, is that it seems Casio can just never seem to "get it all right, at the same time". They make you choose what features you want and then your stuck with the other things along the way. (hard to read screen, terrible backlight, or a size that is just foolish too large). I think they should make less watches and focus on getting ONE really perfect ;-)
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Bought this as back up watch to my Samsung gw 5 pro, really like it obviously the features can't be at the same level but really like the feel and look of the watch so it's a good beater for those days the going gets rough..
I got my a couple of weeks ago and I really like it as it is a lot easier to use than my Casio Royale and other World Time watches.
Got mine last month, so happy with it so far, especially the updated dd/mm feature
I have the most basic one. A classic and iconic. Will always keep it. That said, these new "U" ones justify getting a new one. Spectacular!
The 5610u, with its upgraded module may not only be the best all round value in Casio squares, it may become the only watch you need.
I’ve read more than a few stories on threads like these that owners who originally bought this as a beater for times when using their more expensive watches is risky, have found it took over as the one that gets the most wrist time in their collections.
If that sounds like an exaggeration, consider this:
* This simple resin watch is lighter than any metal one, including titanium models. It is a featherlight 50gm (depending on strap/band choice) making it very comfortable to wear.
* Its matte finish is not only stealthily cool (something, oddly, many metal designs seek to emulate) it is almost impossible to mark or blemish and seems to ‘renew’ itself with a splash of water and a wipe-down. Not a fingerprint magnet either unlike metal watches.
* It’s a watch (lest we forget) that tells time more accurately than the most expensive mechanical watches money can buy. Think about that for a moment.
* It enjoys its own iconic pedigree in watchmaking and design history. It’s as instantly recognisable and fondly reminisced over from one’s youth as a Vespa scooter or a VW ‘bubble’. Yet, it is just as, if not more popular today.
* It’s a resin G-Shock so it’s as close to indestructible as it gets in a watch.
* It’s affordable to just about anyone. A watch “for the rest of us”.
As the song says “You don’t always get what you want but … you just might find you get what you need.” So too, one just might find, after a long and expensive watch collecting journey, that this could be “the One” they were looking for all along. Who knew, right? :-)
Have the non-U, but like the U 🙂
That possibility of day.month and 3s light duration is very tempting. However I'll wait for a couple of months or black friday prices maybe. Eagerly waiting for a gab2100 review. Cheers!
Excellent video, thank you.
Love your videos . I bought my first solar watch ( Casio 5600UE: module: 3496) , 5 months back . It is not a Bluetooth one . But looks exactly like the watch being reviewed. Cheers from India .
Got a gwb5600-mg for actually less than this model brand new. Much cleaner display and bluetooth is insane for that price. Im in love so far!
This is the ultimate everyday digital watch to me, truly has everything. I'm picking up a Solar/Bluetooth Casioak then I've covered in any situation.
Not worth it
I've had about 3 or 4 squares in the past but was never really overawed with them. I've just bought one of these U models so will see how it goes. I'm more of a metal watch person so may upgrade the case and bracelet.
I only own one G-Shock Square . . .THIS ONE!❤
Great review! I gave my original 5610 away because of the lack of current time with stopwatch and countdown timer functions. This one might just be enough better to get me back!
Good review. I had two "non-U" squares (GW-5000, GW-S5600). I replaced them with the new, "U", versions. Plus, I bought a GW-M5610U.
I just got one last week got the negative display very cool watch it’s funny I have a Rolex submariner and a Casio mtg but I would rather were this model than any other watch
“wear”
@@e28forever30 sorry I am old these iPhones are hard for me to type on
Love my GA-2100, now this is a really cool watch so tempting.
@Watch Geek I Have Had This Super Amazing Watch For A Number Of Months & It's Definitely My All Time Favorite Digital Watch That I Wear Everyday!!! I Love The Red Trim & Red Is My Favorite Color!!! 😉
Just purchased one about 2 months ago, love it
yes so nice for this model...the old time favourite. thanks for the video
I just came here to thank you for the excellent content for all watch lovers (a disease like any other 🙂🙂)
Ill keep the previous 5610 model as i like the color of the backlight so much more. That color looks fantastic. New grey backlight is meh. The light is much more important than all those setting adjustments I will never use.
Perfect if it retained the EL backlight plus the updates.
I prefer the look of EL, but I heard that the EL backlight doesn’t have the long lifespan of the LED, so Casio changed it. So supposedly, the LED will last longer than the EL will. I don’t know. I have a Timex Indiglo watch that I’ve had for almost 20 years and the Indiglo backlight still works. I wonder if the lifespan issue is just a corporate rumor, I wonder if Timex didn’t threaten to sue Casio for stealing technology. Meh, what do I know?
@@totallyfrozen it's not a corporate rumor. EL backlight degrades overtime and it has been seen in older G-Shocks with this backlight. It depends upon how much you use it.
One watch to rule them all.
It's my daily, well the original one is. I love this watch more than any other. My gd-350 is a close favorite.
This is the best watch in the world.
I have several and yes. However, they are more comfortable with a Combi V2. And they come in some differen color phases but I think only blue is a U model. And the stock band is not that great. But for the money they are awesome.
Nice video, and such a great watch! Thanks for the upload :)
I’m in England and obviously always write day then month but on all my G’s I have them as month day even the ones I can change, reason is I’m so use to reading MM/DD on my G Shocks and I can’t change them all so I keep them all to month day.
The casio protrek prw30 negative display is pretty nice too.
Jedini prigovor na ovaj sat je taj da je presitan, pogotovo nakon većeg G-shocka ovaj se doima kao dječji sat. Inače bi bio savršen :)
I've never owned a G-shock but I have bought Casio's for over 30 years and yes I love their watches but the straps only last for 2 years on average for me. I have the Casio W-218H and the strap looks to be the same as the one in this video and already after just one year I get the feeling it's starting to weaken already. Really good video and the tutorial one too, thanks.
I may be in the minority here but I actually really like the G Shocks where the backlight stays on for as long as you hold the button down. To me, that seems most functional.
I have the auto backlight version also but that honestly just gets annoying. It often lights up when you don’t need it at all.
The 5610 is my Men in Black watch. It's the last watch you'll ever wear.
Bought this watch a few weeks and am loving it but there is an issue (as confirmed by others). Although it has a countdown and alarms they are in fact useless as they are so quiet. They can't actually alert the wearer.
I so wish Casio would do a short alarm/alert at the end of the countdown timer.
I am glad I got this 7 years ago...😁
Love it! However I won't be upgrading for a few months. Great video.
I finally get one. It's perfect.
I just received the same model. Some don't like the change CASIO made to the light technology, but I like it.
I chose the tough Solar with multi-band 6, so it will update itself with the atomic clock from the wwv radio signal broadcast from Colorado. I was concerned that here in Southern California may be too far to receive the signal, but the first night the watch updated fine, and I have no reason to think the technology won't continue to work just as well.
I buyed model with negative display. I know it is not that visible to tell time but for me it looks better
Thanks for taking the time to keep an eye on the G-Shocks. I think that Casio read my mind, no BT BS, time visible in all modes!. I just ordered it!
I've already heard from few people they dislike the bluetooth option. I'm not really sure why, because there's no reason for that. I have a GW-B5600 with BT, and I don't even use that option. Tho, it may come handy in the case you're out of reach of the radio signal. So, the BT option doesn't hurt the watch in absolutely any way, but it still can be useful when or if you ever need it.
@@damyr BT is the response to the Millennial generation that are cellphone-centric, and a step ahead toward the Smartphone market that took Casio by storm. Casio, considering its experience and innovation under the watch market, could really step up into that market, for some reason they want to differentiate themselves by not doing what everybody else is doing, which I am fine with that.
Atomic radio controlled has some downsides, reception and sync can be tricky, and also some governments are questioning the need to keeping the RC towers active (in the states they want to get rid of it). I'd say that BT and RC can coexist, if it is just for the time sync sake and you can disable BT on the device itself. I bought one of these G-Squad GBD-200, with all the BT nonsense and I cannot wait to sell it....
@@nicolascarrion5055 Never had it, but I guess GBD-200 looks and feels like a smartwatch, so I feel you. I dislike smartwatches, too.
But GW-B5600 is different. It's just like a classic G-shock with inbuilt BT, but it doesn't actually need BT connection. BT is just there for your convenience, and with very limited options.
I never use it anyway, but it's nice to have one more option, just in case. Especially if one day radio towers will be scrapped.
So, no need to worry.
Btw, if you want to know more details, this channel made a tutorial video about GW-B5600, and there you can actually see its BT functions/options.
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I love the squares is it mineral crystal the one I have is the regular one 5600 it seems like it got scratched and I barely wore it
This one and the sarb033
Casio please make it bluetooth !! I already like this colorway. I need bluetooth sync since no multiband in my country.
I love mine very impressive and useful 👍👍for Casio....
I'm thinking about buying another one...just because this video has inspired me to do so LOL!
Is illuminate black light is to bright in the dark?
2:03 how can i find a list of all casio watches that have this option - to see the current time in ALL MODES?
i'd like a interval timer AND show the time ALWAYS..
if you could point me to some models?
Hoping they update also the gw 6900 series with visible time on stop wacth ang cdt..and easy time swap like this update