Top 6 Budget Integrated Bracelet Sports Watches Under £1,500

Integrated bracelet sports watches have become fairly ubiquitous in the industry. I’ve got a Tissot PRX, as well as the Christopher Ward 12 Ti—but despite this being a list of budget integrated bracelet watches, neither of those make the cut today.

These picks are all slightly unexpected. I’ve skipped the usual big names and instead focused on six options you might not have come across before—all coming in under £1,500.

Of course, “budget” means different things to different people. For some, it’s a few hundred pounds; for others, it stretches up to £1,500. So this list spans the full range, starting from around £280.

Without further ado, here are my six best budget integrated bracelet watches.

Brew Watch Co are pretty spectacular, to be honest. I wanted to include one of their newest releases: the Metric Light Silver and Black. Brew have been leaning more into automatic watches lately, and this one is fresh off the press.

With a 30mm case, it’s a welcome inclusion for those after something a little smaller and more female-friendly—without sacrificing mechanical appeal. It’s powered by the automatic 6027 movement (likely a Miyota or Seiko), has a thickness of 10.5mm, sapphire crystal, and 50 metres of water resistance. All in all, a strong spec sheet.

At just £280, it’s a brilliant entry point—and of course, Brew also make larger models if this one's too compact for your wrist. I tried one on recently and honestly, it wears beautifully, like all Brews do. You can’t really go wrong.

Stepping up the price to £449, we’ve got the Citizen Zenshin Senkei—a seriously cool piece that gives off strong Girard-Perregaux Laureato Chronograph vibes.

For the money, you’re getting a full titanium case and bracelet, a 1/5th second chronograph, 100 metres of water resistance, sapphire crystal, and Citizen’s solar-powered Eco-Drive movement. On paper, the specs are spot on—and in person, it looks even better.

The 12-sided bezel is a great design nod (think Christopher Ward The Twelve), and the watch delivers solid functionality wrapped up in a very wearable, modern aesthetic. At this price, it’s hard to argue. Well done, Citizen.

Next up is the Maen Manhattan 37 Ultra Thin—specifically in the salmon dial, which is hands down my favourite. What really sets this one apart is the dial texture. It’s all bumpy and rock-like, giving it a unique tactile charm that looks fantastic on wrist.

Inside, it’s powered by the ETA 7001, a manual-wind movement that allows the case to come in at just 7.1 mm thick—making it the thinnest watch on this list. It wears at 37 mm in diameter, and you’re getting all the quality touches: 316L stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, butterfly clasp, and clean, refined finishing.

At £958, it’s not the cheapest, and yes, you do have to wind it—but honestly, it’s such a beautiful piece that I don’t mind one bit.

Now we’re stepping up to £990 with the Maurice Lacroix Aikon Quartz—featuring a beautifully distinctive green dial. Say what you will about it being quartz, but let’s be honest: you’re buying this one for the design.

The specs are solid: 40 mm in diameter, 9 mm thick, sapphire crystal, 100 metres of water resistance, and a quick-change bracelet system. That last part feels a bit odd here, though—since it doesn’t come with a rubber strap, the whole easy-change setup on a quartz watch feels a little underutilised.

But visually, this thing delivers. The green dial is stunning, and the case and bracelet design really stand out. I’m personally not entirely sold on quartz at this price point, but if what you want is a striking, Swiss-made integrated bracelet watch that nails the aesthetic, this one might tick all your boxes.

This one’s a bit of a surprise entry: the new Venezianico Arsenale Platino. You might be wondering how a watch with a platinum dial comes in under budget—fair question. At launch, the price is set at €1,450, so just about within range.

This latest version is a serious upgrade from the original Arsenale. Most notably, it now has a seconds hand—which might seem minor, but for me, it’s a huge plus. The movement has also had a big glow-up. Gone is the Japanese automatic; in its place is a new Swiss calibre, the V3250, visible through an open case back. It runs at 28,800 VPH (4 Hz), has a 42-hour power reserve, and is certified to an impressive -4/+4 seconds per day—basically COSC-level performance.

At just 9.95 mm thick, it’ll wear beautifully. The dial really is platinum, and the watch has the full integrated bracelet package to match. You’re not just paying for materials here—you’re getting real spec upgrades and thoughtful improvements across the board.

One catch: it’s limited to 300 pieces. I’d bet we’ll see more variations in the future, but if this platinum version speaks to you, don’t hang about.

Last but definitely not least is the Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic. Over the past couple of years, this brand has really stepped up its game. I used to overlook them, but after spending time with their pieces at Watches and Wonders, I’m impressed—they’re doing some genuinely cool things, including an annual calendar model. It felt right to include them here.

At £1,495, this watch just squeezes under our £1,500 budget. It’s powered by a reliable Sellita SW200 automatic movement, beating at 4 Hz with a 38-hour power reserve. The case is 34 mm in diameter and 9.8 mm thick, which I’d call unisex, though some might see it as leaning more towards a ladies’ watch.

With the Venezianico Arsenale Platino at the higher end, it’s nice to round out the list with a watch that’s also suitable for those looking for a slightly smaller, elegant option. You can find larger or more masculine versions of the Highlife for a few hundred pounds more, but this one stands out. It has applied indexes, a date window at 3 o’clock, and a tasteful open case back. The movement isn’t flashy—it’s got a simple rotor with minimal decoration—but the dial steals the show with a subtle globe motif. Overall, a very solid watch for the price.