You use a watch winder to wind automatic watches and to provide them with energy so that they keep "running". This prevents the watch from standing still, so you don't have to wind the watch manually and reset the time, date or other functions. A watch winder is not only functional, it also reduces the risk of damage because you do not have to open the crown every time. The crown is one of the weakest parts of a watch. In addition, a watch winder also has an aesthetic role because watch winders nowadays look much better. They have become interior pieces that are real eye-catchers. If you have beautiful watches, you also also want a matching watch winder. 

One of the most important parts of a watch winder is the motor. The motor drives and rotates the automatic watches. The motor is actually the heart of this handy watch accessory. That is why it is important that the motor is of good quality. But what types of motor are available? And which brand uses which motor? Which motor is best to choose?

Watch winder motors

In general, the motor can be classified in terms of origin. Watch winders use Swiss, German, Japanese or Chinese motors. Let's start with the Chinese motors that are often used in the cheap watch winders. We advise not to buy these watch winders. Despite the low price, you pay for poor quality. A cheap watch winder quickly becomes expensive. Respected watch winder brands do not use Chinese motors.

Japanese motors are most commonly used by watch winder brands and are very reliable. They have the advantage that they have a very good price/quality, so you can buy a good watch winder at an attractive price.

There are also a few brands that use German motor. These motor are similar to the Japanese motors but are normally a bit quieter to use. They are also more expensive than Japanese motors, but often cheaper than Swiss motors. A watch winder with German motors is a good option if you are looking for a watch winder that is slightly quieter than a watch winder with Japanese motors, but you do not want or cannot afford a watch winder with Swiss motors.

Watch winders with Swiss motors are among the best in the world. Well-known brands are Benson Swiss Series, Bernard Favre, Swiss Kubik and RDI. All these very good brands use Swiss motors, in other words Swiss made technology. This technique is extremely modern, durable and highly regarded. The same for Swiss watches. The Swiss made designation still has a lot of value.

Swiss motor: high end technology

The best watch winder brands use Swiss motors. That is why many automatic watch enthusiasts, who also have a collection of Swiss made watches, opt for a professional watch winder that uses Swiss motors. The technique of the Swiss motor is very high quality and modern. That is why they are excellent for the rotation of automatic watches to provide them with energy. The benefits of  motor from Switzerland are countless;

- Powerful: The motors are powerful and can therefore easily wind heavier and larger watches. Watches that are heavier than average put more strain on the motor. That is why it is important that the motor is of good quality. This is interesting in the longer term.

- Durable: Swiss motor are made of the best parts and therefore very durable. During the production process, the motor are tested several times on all kinds of parts, which guarantees quality.

- Virtually silent: an important advantage is that these motor are virtually silent. This is ideal when you place the watch winder in your bedroom or office. Most watch winders make some sound, but a watch winder with Swiss motors is virtually silent. Because the watch winders with these motors are also durable, you also benefit from a low sound level in the long term.

- Good combination with Swiss watches: as a watch enthusiast with Swiss watches, you would like a watch winder with Swiss motors. Then you have the ideal combination.

- Longer warranty: Because the motors are so good in terms of quality, durability and sound level, the watch winder brands often give a longer warranty on the watch winders. Most watch winder brands give a 2 year warranty, but many Swiss watch winder brands even give a 3 year warranty.

Watch winder brands with Swiss motors

There are a few brands that use high end Swiss motors in their watch winders. Examples of brands we recommend are Benson, Swiss Kubik and Bernard Favre. The Dutch brand Benson produces watch winders that are assembled in the Netherlands with Swiss motors. This brand offers the best price/quality ratio as the brand is considerably cheaper than Swiss Kubik and Bernard Favre.

Swiss Kubik does have an important advantage and that is that these watch winders run on a set of batteries for up to 3 years. This is especially useful if you do not have a socket nearby, for example when traveling or if you then store your watch in a safe in a watch winder. Like the Benson Swiss Series, Swiss Kubik watch winders are compact, stylish and durable. A good choice for the real watch enthusiast.

Bernard Favre watch winders cannot really be compared with Benson and Swiss Kubik. This brand has its own unique way of winding automatic watches. This watch winder rotates with rings around its own axis, whereby the watch obtains energy in a very original way. This is not only very functional but above all a pleasure to look at. If you want to wind your automatic watch in a beautiful Swiss watch winder, in a very special way, you should definitely choose a Bernard Favre Planet watch winder.

A smaller brand that we would like to mention is RDI. The RDI watch winders are also made in Switzerland and have Swiss motor. The brand is qualitative and affordable. The collection is quite diverse in design and materials. The nice thing about this brand is that they have very affordable but also very luxurious watch winders in their range. This allows any watch enthusiast, regardless of budget, to succeed at RDI.

Prices of a watch winder with Swiss motor

A watch winder with German motors is usually a bit more expensive than a watch winder with Japanese motors. A watch winder with Swiss made motors is normally a bit more expensive than a watch winder with German motors. A unit with Chinese motors is the cheapest, but we will leave it out for the reasons mentioned above in terms of quality and durability.

A watch winder with a Swiss made motor for winding one automatic watch starts from 445.00 euros (Swiss Kubik Startbox watch winder). This is a very functional but little luxury watch winder. This watch winder is purely aimed at winding a watch, you do not have to expect high-quality materials or special functions. If you are looking for a luxury Benson Swiss Series watch winder with Swiss made motor, they start at 600.00 euros. A Swiss Kubik in a comparable version costs 790.00 euros. A luxury Bernard Favre Planet watch winder for one watch starts from 1390.00 euros (Bernard Favre Planet Black).

For a watch winder for winding 2 automatic watches, the Benson Swiss Series offers the best option in price/quality. This brand offers a watch winder with two Swiss made motors from 999.00 euros. A comparable Swiss Kubik Double watch winder starts from 1725.00 euros. Bernard Favre does not currently have any models for 2 automatic watches. These watch winders are only available for 1 watch, but can be placed next to each other in a special plateau. The price of 1390.00 euros is then multiplied by the number of watch winders.

Conclusion

A good watch winder has a good motor. The motor is the heart of the watch winder and that is why it is important to choose a watch winder that winds your automatic watches properly and safely. After all, you don't want to place your beautiful watches in a bad watch winder, with all kinds of risks. Japanese and German motors have a good reputation and are durable and of good quality. If you want the very best for your automatic watches, choose a watch winder with Swiss made motors. The advantages are the quality, durability and low sound level. Of course you pay more than a watch winder with German or Japanese motors. However, you also get a longer warranty on the watch winder and a Swiss watch winder also fits nicely with a collection of Swiss watches.

Are you looking for a watch winder with Swiss motors? We advise you to view the brands Benson, Swiss Kubik and Bernard Favre. Brands that all have a different collection in terms of design, method of winding, materials and prices. With these watch winder brands you will certainly find a good quality watch winder that you will enjoy for many years.

The real watch enthusiast owns at least one automatic watch. An automatic watch has a timepiece that needs movement. The spring inside the timepiece tightens by means of movement and when it relaxes the hands move forward. But what happens when an automatic watch does not move, for example because it is stationary? The watch will then stop. If you want to wear the watch again, you must first set the time, and any other functions, and move the watch or wind it manually by turning the crown. Every watch enthusiast knows that this is not convenient. It takes time and you risk damaging your watch, since the crown is one of the weakest parts of a watch. In addition, an automatic watch does not get better from a standstill. The solution is to use a watch winder. A watch winder is a watch accessory for automatic watches that keeps the watches moving and therefore running. The automatic watches rotate gently in a watch winder, so that the energy in the watch is preserved. You can therefore take the watch out of the watch winder at any time and wear it immediately. Handy and time-saving, but also better for automatic watches.

But which watch winder up to 1000 euros is best to buy? You want a good watch winder that not only winds your watches, but also looks beautiful in your office, bedroom or living room. In addition, the watch winder must also be sustainable, because you would rather spend your money on your watch collection. In this blog article we help you a little bit by answering the question what the best 5 watch winders are up to 1000 euro.

To determine what the 5 best watch winders are up to 1000 euro, we have to set a few criteria. We exclude cheap watch winders from China that you can buy via Amazon, Alibaba or Ebay. We have selected only respected and well-known brands that have built a good reputation over the years. We also looked at watch winders that have an excellent price/quality ratio. We do not consider watch winders that are “over priced” in our opinion. However, we have chosen a wider choice in terms of capacity. Our rankings include watch winders for 1 to 8 watches.

1) Benson Black Series 6.16.CF watch winder

This watch winder from the Dutch brand Benson actually has everything you need to wind your automatic watches professionally and safely. With a capacity for 6 watches and extra storage for 5 other watches, you have enough space for your watch collection. You set the watch winder via the touchscreen with which you control the direction of rotation, the number of revolutions per day and the LED lighting. Of course you can operate each rotor individually so that you can also wind 3 or 5 watches, for example. The Benson Black Series 6.16.CF watch winder is made of carbon fiber. This gives the watch winder a modern and sturdy look. This watch winder is for sale for 959 euro.

2) Swiss Kubik Aluminum Black watch winder

Swiss Kubik is a manufacturer from Switzerland known for its beautiful watch winders. These watch winders are compact, modern and available in all kinds of colors and designs. The motor is Swiss made, very durable and almost silent. You can wind one automatic watch in this watch accessory. The Swiss Kubik Aluminum Black is made of aluminum and comes in black color, but you can also choose blue, red, silver, orange and green. The watch winder works on a set of batteries that last up to 3 years. For the price of 695 euro you have a good watch winder with this Swiss watch winder.

3) Boda Concept C4 watch winder

Boda Concept is a watch winder brand from Hong Kong that produces modern watch winder with Japanese motors. The brand has become known for their stylish designs and good technology. In addition, they are affordable. The advantage of the Boda Concept C4 watch winder is that it is positioned vertically, making it a kind of a tower. This saves space and gives the watch winder a modern look. The glass door gives you a good view of the rotating watches. This watch winder is suitable for winding 4 automatic watches. The combination of a beautiful design, vertical position and the affordable price make this watch winder a good choice! You can buy this Boda Concept C4 watch winder for 639.00 euro.

4) Paul Design Gentlemen 4 + 6 Black Shadow

Paul Design is based in the United Kingdom. This relatively young brand produces excellent watch winders with modern technology and beautiful materials. Paul Design watch winders are known for their appealing designs. The Paul Design Gentlemen 4 + 6 Black Shadow is one of the most popular models in the collection. This watch winder is suitable for winding 4 automatic watches and has space under the lid to store extra watches. Operation via the touchscreen is easy and clear. You set each rotor exactly as suitable for your automatic watch. With a price of 980.00 euro, this watch winder comes close to the maximum of 1000 euros that we have set in this blog article.

5) Elma Motion Corona Burlwood watch winder

In these times the name may have been chosen a bit unfortunate, but Elma Motion introduced this model several years ago. Despite the name, Elma Motion is a very appealing watch winder brand that supplies the technology for the high-end Buben & Zörweg watch winders. This brand is leading in the field of extremely luxurious watch winders and safes. This proves that the Elma Motion Corona Burlwood watch winder itself is also very good, because they use the same motors and technology. However, these Elma Motion watch winders are priced considerably lower. The wooden case is beautiful and the watches rotate safely inside. This watch winder is suitable for 2 automatic watches, regardless of brand or model. The Elma Motion Corona Burlwood watch winder is currently discounted from 1150 to 899 euro.

Conclusion

With a budget of up to 1000 euros, there is plenty of choice from various good watch winders. These 5 best watch winders are in random order because the watch winder differ so much in capacity and price that a real number 1 designates the others. All 5 watch winders are excellent in terms of quality, ease of use and durability. The most important thing is that they all wind your automatic watches professionally and safely.

Which watch winder should you buy when you have a maximum of 500 euros to spend? We will address this question in this blog, as this budget is common among watch enthusiasts. To answer the question correctly, we looked at different brands, capacity and functionality.

There are various brands that offer an excellent watch winder for less than 500 euros. Most of these watch winders are suitable for 1 or 2 automatic watches. If you want a watch winder for 3 or more automatic watches, you will soon cross the limit of 500 euros. A watch winder with more capacity, which can therefore wind more watches, simply costs more than a watch winder that is suitable for 1 or 2 watches.

In the assessment we looked at the price/quality ratio and whether the brand offers what you can expect from a good brand. In other words, they have a good reputation in watch winders and offer good service. We have created a ranking of the best 5 watch winders up to 500 euros. However, the differences in quality are so small that a different order is also possible, depending on your wishes such as functions, design and capacity.

1) Swiss Kubik Startbox watch winder

The Swiss watch winder brand Swiss Kubik is a well-known manufacturer of watch winders. The watch winders are entirely made in Switzerland and offer a lot of quality. The designs are modern, compact and available in many different versions. The Swiss motor impresses with its flexibility and low sound level. The Swiss Kubik Startbox is the entry-level model of this brand. This watch winder is a more simple model than the more luxurious models that they also have in their collection. The cabinet is made of hard plastic, while the more expensive models are made of aluminum, wood or leather. The nice thing about these watch winders is that they work on batteries. The watch winder works on one set of batteries for up to 3 years. The Swiss Kubik Startbox watch winders are available for 445 euros.

2) Chronovision One watch winder

In Germany, the Chronovision brand produces beautiful watch winders. The Chronovision One watch winders are suitable for winding 1 automatic watch. This watch winder also has a modern and compact design. This watch winder also works on a set of batteries. However, not as long as the Swiss Kubik Startbox. The nice thing about the Chronovision One watch winder is that you connect it via Bluetooth to your smartphone and determine all settings. This is hip and easy. This series of watch winders starts from 479 euros.

3) Benson Smart-Tech II 4.18.B watch winder

The Dutch watch winder brand Benson has been a very successful producer for several years and is appreciated by many watch enthusiasts and professionals who work in the watch industry. Benson has become very famous for their Black Series watch winders, but the popular Smart-Tech II models also offer a very good price/quality ratio. The Benson Smart-Tech II 4.18.B watch winder is suitable for 4 automatic watches and has a modern touchscreen with which you can set all functions quickly and easily. The advantage of this watch winder compared to the above models is the capacity. After all, you have the option of winding 4 watches here instead of 1 or 2. The motors are Japanese and very reliable. The Benson Smart-Tech II 4.18.B watch winder is available for 429 euros.

4) Paul Design Gentlemen 2 + 3 watch winder

With this watch winder we cheat a bit, because the price is 510 euros and therefore slightly higher than the 500 euros that we set as a limit. However, we would like to include this watch winder in our ranking because the difference is only 10 euros and this Paul Design Gentlemen 2 + 3 watch winder actually offers everything you need if you want to wind 2 automatic watches. First of all, this watch winder has a beautiful design and beautiful finish. In addition, this watch winder can wind any automatic watch by means of a modern touchscreen. The Japanese motors are powerful and are also used by brands such as Benson, Heisse & Söhne and Boda Concept. The Paul Design Gentlemen 2 + 3 costs 510 euros.

5) Orbita Sparta Bold 1

The Orbita brand is established in the United States. This brand is less known in Europe, but a major player in the watch winders in the US. Orbita watch winders have an excellent reputation and are mainly active in the higher price segment. However, they also have a more simple series of watch winders called Sparta Bold. These Orbita Sparta Bold watch winders are available for 1 and 2 automatic watches. The watch winder in this article is suitable for 1 automatic watch. The model for 2 automatic watches is slightly more expensive than 500 euros and falls outside this ranking.

The Orbita Sparta Bold 1 is an excellent watch winder because it is very compact, durable and affordable. This allows you to buy a watch winder from an high end brand that is very affordable. The watch winder is simple in terms of design and materials. It is an open watch winder without a door or glass. The watch is therefore not protected. Is that needed? No, not for many watch enthusiasts at all. You can place the watch winder anywhere you want, even in a place where your watches are already safe. For example in a cupboard or safe. The Orbita Sparta Bold 1 watch winder is available in different colors and costs 279 euros.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a good watch winder up to a maximum of 500 euros, you can blindly choose one of the watch winders above. All 5 watch winders meet all the characteristics to wind an automatic watch properly and safely. Quality is assured. We are official dealer of all the above brands and so we have extensive experience with these watch winders. Not only in terms of quality and durability, but also in terms of service in the event of a defect. This is just as important for us as an official dealer!

With brands such as Swiss Kubik, Chronovision, Benson, Paul Design and Orbita you can easily find a good watch winder under 500.00 euros. Take a quick look at the different watch winders that these brands have to offer.

In our webshop you can find watch winders in different price ranges. In the higher price ranges we see very exclusive designs. Luxury watch winders can be called true works of art. There are even those that are designed in collaboration with artists, but also watch winders that use very high-quality materials such as gold, real leather or rare wood. Watch winders for thirty-six watches and watch winders with built-in safes are also available. In some cases, the watch winder is the icing on the cake of a watch collection. It is used to present the watches in a beautiful way, to keep them safe and as an eye-catcher in an interior. Good examples are the watch winders by Orbita and Bernard Favre. The watch winder is increasingly becoming more popular and in fact it's the watch accessory "pur sang".

But there is also a completely different group of watch winders. Because for those who simply want a high-quality watch winder that is particularly functional and reliable, without unnecessary fuss, there is also plenty of choice. This blog article is therefore for the consumer who is looking for a good and affordable watch winder and does not want to spend too much money. Are you not so much looking for luxury, but for functionality at a competitive price? Then keep reading.

A watch winder is more or less indispensable if you own one or more automatic watches. This handy accessory efficiently ensures that your watch does not stop when you are not wearing it. An automatic watch depends on the correct movement for generating energy, instead of using a battery like in a quartz watch. When you are not wearing your watch, a watch winder can take over this function. It is therefore important in the first place that a good watch winder does this correctly. This prevents wear and damage to your watch. Reliability, reliability and durability are also important terms when you are looking for a good watch winder.

A great brand in the field of affordable watch winders is Benson. The collection of Benson watch winders includes several series, of which the Benson Compact series and the Smart-Tech II series are beautiful examples of high quality watch winders, which are very functional, at a competitive price. Benson knows how to guarantee a good price/quality ratio because the watch winders are manufactured in-house. The Dutch brand has extensive experience in watch winders and has been producing very good watch winders for years.

The Benson Compact series watch winders are compactly designed. They are very functional and at the same time ideal when you are looking for an affordable watch winder that you can easily take with you on a trip or use in the office. Equipped with quiet, energy-efficient and strong Japanese motors, these watch winders are very comfortable and at the same time durable in use.

The Benson Smart-Tech II series watch winders are also a nice choice for anyone looking for a watch winder with a good price/quality ratio. These models offer a bit more luxury than the Benson Compact watch winders. Like the Benson Compact series these watch winders are very effective in winding your automatic watches in the right way. Despite the fact that these watch winders are affordable, they are fully equipped to provide your watches with energy. With the modern touchscreen, the rotors can be individually set with regard to the direction of rotation and the number of rotations per day. The Benson Smart-Tech II watch winders are also equipped with a powerwind function, overwind protection and LED lighting. There is a Smart-Tech II watch winder for two, four or six automatic watches. In addition, the built-in drawer offers extra space to store other watches, jewelry or cufflinks. Through the glass door you have a perfect view of the rotating watches.

A good quality watch winder does not have to be expensive at all. You just have to know where to look, because not all inexpensive watch winders also offer the necessary functionality and reliability. And of course you want to enjoy your watch winders and your watches for a long time! Therefore choose a good watch winder brand and always buy from a seller who has experience with this accessory. You only want to wind your precious automatic watches in a good watch winder, right ?!

Watch winders that are made in Germany and Switzerland have a good reputation. Not only because most watches from both countries are also well regarded, but mainly because these watch winders offer a lot of quality. The quality is determined, among other things, by the motor, the operation and the use of materials. It is very important for the user that the watch winder is easy to operate and set up without complicated menus. As an official dealer of Chronovision, we write an article about this German brand in this blog. Chronovision is one of our premium watch winder brands in our collection. But why are the Chronovision watch winders so good?

Chronovision watch winders are made in Sauerland, a region in Germany. At the heart of the watch winder is a motor designed and produced in Germany. This motor ensures optimal excitement of automatic watches with an extremely low sound level. The watch winders have a compact design and modern appearance. Every Chronovision watch winder has Bluetooth that can be connected via the special app. With this app you can set the watch winder to your liking. You can determine the direction of rotation and the number of revolutions per day and adjust them if you want to wind another watch in the watch winder.

The nice thing about the Chronovision watch winders is that they work on a set of batteries. On such a set, the watch winder works for at least half a year depending on the chosen winding program, the size and weight of the watch. Due to the compact design and the battery operated watch winder, you are very flexible where you place the watch winder. You can easily place the watch winder in a safe, in a cabinet or on a desk. You do not need mains power.

What we like about the Chronovision watch winders is the modern appearance and the wide choice that the brand offers in terms of material and color. There is always a watch winder that suits your taste, style or interior. The materials have been chosen with care and have a very luxurious appearance. The brand has carefully looked at what its customers like and has put together a collection based on that.

We recently visited the Chronovision factory. Watch winders from A to Z are produced here. Each watch winder is put together step by step, whereby the functions and finish are continuously monitored. Each watch winder is thoroughly tested before leaving the factory.

Chronovision watch winders are produced through a professional production process with a lot of attention to quality and finish. The German motor, convenient operation and modern app make every Chronovision watch winder an ideal watch winder for those who prefer not a standstill of their automatic watches.

As official Chronovision dealer we supply every watch winder with a 3 year warranty and manual. The app is made available free of charge.