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Casio A158
Retro charm for under thirty euros, with the limits of a chrome-plated case.
The verdict on 5 criteria2.9 / 5
Score weighted for an everyday watch
Movement
Crystal
Water resistance
Finish
Fair price
Where to pay lessChecked 12 November 2026
Only one retailer checked so far. More are on the way.
See the offer at Tempus · €27.93The button leads to today’s price. Affiliate link: the retailer pays us a commission, at no extra cost to you.
Who it is for
Anyone who wants the look of a vintage watch without the price or the upkeep.
Who it is not for
Anyone who wears their watch at the beach or in the shower.
The real flaw
The chrome plating on the case eventually wears where it rubs.
Investigation
What you need to know
The digital watch of the 1980s, with its chrome-plated case and steel bracelet.
- Instantly recognisable retro style
- Steel bracelet adjustable without tools
- Chrome plating over resin that wears at the edges
Desk research, without handling the watch.
- Reference
- A158WEA-1EF
- Movement
- Digital quartz
- Case
- Chrome-plated resin
- Bracelet
- Steel
- Water resistance
- Splash resistant
- Functions
- Stopwatch, alarm, light
Questions
The short answers
Is the Casio A158 a good watch?
Retro charm for under thirty euros, with the limits of a chrome-plated case. It scores 2.9 out of 5, weighted for an everyday watch.
Can you swim with the Casio A158?
No. It resists splashes, not immersion.
Which movement powers the Casio A158?
A digital quartz module, powered by a battery that lasts several years.
Where can you buy the Casio A158 at the best price?
At our check on 12 November 2026, the lowest price was €27.93 at Tempus.