The Best Omega X Swatch MoonSwatches
Swatch and Omega really did a madness when they dropped the MoonSwatch collection. Affordable, playful, and seriously cool, these quartz-powered space-inspired beauties took the world by storm. They’re basically the horological equivalent of a lovechild between haute couture and high street — and we're so here for it.
But with so many models floating around like astronauts on shore leave, which ones are actually worth strapping to your wrist?
Whether you're buying your first MoonSwatch or adding to a growing fleet, here’s our definitive guide to the best MoonSwatches to beam into your collection.
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Mission to the Moon – The OG
If you're going to start anywhere, start with the one that started it all.
The Mission to the Moon is the original, the icon, the one that most closely resembles the classic Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch — minus the eye-watering price tag, of course.
With its stealthy grey case and black dial, it's the "little black dress" of the MoonSwatch world — effortlessly versatile and always in style. It's also the model that purists go for. If you’re after that Speedy silhouette with a touch of Swiss cheekiness, this is it.
🛸 Why we love it: It's the closest you'll get to the real Moonwatch without remortgaging your house.
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Mission to Earthphase – The Unexpected Heartthrob
Released with minimal fanfare and zero warning, the Mission to Earthphase came in like a plot twist nobody saw coming — and we’re still not over it.
This one includes a moonphase complication, making it the only MoonSwatch that dares to flirt with horological complexity. Combine that with its deep earthy tones and textured dial, and you've got yourself a cosmic curveball that’s quietly stealing the show.
Why we love it: Moonphase and Earthphase on a MoonSwatch? It's giving main character energy.
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Moonswatch 1965 – The Throwback King
1965 was the year NASA declared the Omega Speedmaster "flight-qualified for all manned space missions" — so of course Swatch had to mark the occasion.
The Moonswatch 1965 edition was released in March 2025 to celebrate that milestone and pays homage with a "dot over 90" tachymeter bezel and vintage vibes that Speedy fans drool over.
It’s classy, it’s a bit nerdy, and it’s arguably the most collectible MoonSwatch to date.
Why we love it: It's got historical clout and that retro charm. A space nerd’s dream.
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Mission on Earth – Lava
Who said science can't be spicy?
The Mission on Earth: Lava is loud, unapologetic, and hotter than Mercury in a puffer jacket. With its glowing red and black dial and strap, this one looks like it was forged in a volcano and dropped straight onto your wrist.
It’s not for the faint-hearted, but if you like your watches to start conversations, Lava’s your guy.
Why we love it: It's the kind of watch that says "yes, I have personality — and it’s extra."
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Mission to the Moonshine – The Blingy Limited Edition
Now let’s talk sparkle. The Mission to the Moonshine series adds a splash of Omega’s proprietary Moonshine™ gold to the chronograph hands — yes, actual gold. Fancy.
Each version released (often secretly and sporadically) features different inscriptions or design tweaks, making them the MoonSwatch equivalent of a treasure hunt.
You never quite know when one will drop — and that’s half the fun.
Why we love it: It’s got just enough luxury to keep the Speedy snobs on their toes.
Final Thoughts: Which One Should You Get?
Honestly? All of them. But if you're being sensible (boring), here's a cheat sheet:
Classic & wearable? Mission to the Moon
Technical flair? Earthphase
Collector cred? Moonswatch 1965
Bold & bonkers? Lava
Rare flex? Moonshine
Whichever model you choose, one thing’s for sure — MoonSwatches aren’t just watches. They’re talking points, tiny bits of design joy, and proof that watches can be fun and fascinating without being £5k deep in a display case.
Now go forth, and shoot for the moon (or Earth, or lava...).
P.S. If you spot a Moonshine drop, act fast — they vanish quicker than a pack of digestives in the office kitchen.
