The Best Watch Releases of 2025 - 16 Categories + One Winner

About this episode

The episode discusses the best watch releases of 2025 across various categories and includes strong opinions and personal picks from the hosts.

In the final Wrist Enthusiast Radio episode of 2025, Craig, Ben, and Derek break down the best watch releases of the year across 16 different categories. From the best watches under $1,000 to standout luxury pieces, microbrand highlights, collabs, overhyped releases, and the brands to watch heading into 2026, every choice is based on real, hands-on experience rather than spec sheets or hype. The discussion is full of strong opinions, honest disagreements, and behind-the-scenes context, before each naming their pick for the single best overall release of 2025. Make sure to check out the sponsor of our podcast, Delugs! Delugs is a great place to get all your watch straps and accessories. Definitely check them out! Delugs website: https://delugs.com/ Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wristenthusiastradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wristenthusiast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wristenthusiast Follow Craig: https://www.instagram.com/craig_karger/ Follow Ben: https://www.instagram.com/benswatches/ Follow Derek: https://www.instagram.com/theminutemon/

People in this episode

Hosts: Craig, Ben, Derek

Topics covered

• watch releases
• luxury watches
• microbrands
• watch categories
• 2025 recap

Keywords

• watch releases
• luxury watches
• microbrands
• best watches
• 2025

Sponsors

Delugs

Mentioned in this episode

Places: 2025, 2026

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