If you are looking at the Soren Oceanic, this guide covers everything you need to decide: what it is, what it is built for, the movement inside it, every colour, every bracelet option, and what it costs. No fluff, just the full picture so you can choose the right one with confidence.
The Oceanic is Soren's dive watch, and it packs specifications into an under-€700 package that most watches at this price cannot match. Here is the complete breakdown.
What Is the Soren Oceanic?
The Soren Oceanic is a Swiss Made automatic dive watch. It has a 40mm case in solid 316L stainless steel, a unidirectional ceramic bezel, a sapphire crystal, and 30 ATM (300 metres) of water resistance, all driven by a Swiss Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement.
At 40mm, it hits the size the dive watch market has settled on as the modern standard: substantial enough to read as a proper dive watch, balanced enough to suit the widest range of wrists. It is built as a genuine tool watch, but finished cleanly enough to wear with anything from board shorts to a shirt.
Who is it for? Anyone who wants a real dive watch they can wear every day: someone who spends time in or near water, who values a watch built to be used rather than babied, or who simply prefers the presence and capability of a dive watch over a plainer dress piece. If you want something that disappears under a cuff, Soren's Momentis is the quieter option. If you want a watch with genuine water capability and a bolder character, the Oceanic is it.
Built for the Water: Ceramic Bezel and 30 ATM Water Resistance
Two specifications define the Oceanic as a serious dive watch, and both are worth understanding in plain terms.
30 ATM water resistance. 30 ATM means 300 metres, and it is a genuine dive rating. In practice, it means you never have to think about water. Swimming, snorkelling, and light recreational diving are all well within its capability, with a large margin of safety on top. Where many watches force you to take them off before a shower or a swim, the Oceanic is built so water is simply not a concern. For a watch under €700, 30 ATM is above average for the price segment and a genuinely distinguishing specification; most competitors at this price offer 10 ATM or less.
Unidirectional ceramic bezel. The bezel is the rotating ring around the dial, used on a dive watch to track elapsed time. The Oceanic's is ceramic, which matters because ceramic is almost impossible to scratch and never fades, where the cheaper aluminium bezels found on most watches at this price scratch within a year and lose their colour over time. "Unidirectional" means it only turns one way, counter-clockwise, which is a safety feature: if the bezel is knocked during a dive, it can only ever show more elapsed time, never less. The full detail is in the ceramic bezel guide.
Together, the ceramic bezel and 30 ATM rating are what make the Oceanic a dive watch rather than a watch that merely looks like one.
The Movement: Sellita SW200
Inside the Oceanic is the Sellita SW200-1, a Swiss Made automatic movement and one of the most respected calibres in accessible Swiss watchmaking.
It is automatic, meaning it winds itself from the motion of your wrist with no battery required. It runs at 28,800 bph (4 Hz), which gives a smooth, fluid seconds sweep, and offers a 38-hour power reserve with 26 jewels. It hacks and hand-winds, and it is functionally equivalent to the ETA 2824-2, the industry-standard movement used in watches costing two to three times as much.
Crucially, it is serviceable by any competent watchmaker anywhere in the world, with widely available parts, which keeps long-term ownership straightforward and affordable. For anyone who wants to understand the movement in full, the Sellita SW200 movement guide covers its history, specifications, and why it is trusted across the industry.
Every Oceanic Colour, Explained
The Oceanic comes in five colourways, each with its own character.
Black. The classic dive watch. A black dial and bezel is the most versatile and timeless option, reading as purposeful and going with everything. If you want one watch that works in every setting, black is the safe and enduring choice.
Blue. The most popular dive watch colour for good reason. A blue dial and bezel nods to the water the watch is built for, adds a touch of character over black, and remains easy to wear daily. It is the natural middle ground between classic and distinctive.
Green. The contemporary choice. Green has become one of the fastest-growing colours in watchmaking, and on the Oceanic it reads as confident and current without being loud. For someone who wants something a little different from the usual black or blue, green is the pick.
All Blue. A fully monochromatic blue treatment that takes the blue option further for a bolder, more cohesive look. Where the standard blue is an accent, All Blue is a statement, unified across the dial and bezel for a striking, modern effect.
All Green. The same monochromatic approach in green. The most distinctive option in the range, All Green is for the buyer who wants their watch to stand out and to commit fully to the colour. It is bold, cohesive, and unmistakable.
Black and blue are the safe, versatile everyday choices; green adds contemporary character; and the All Blue and All Green options are for those who want something bolder and more unified.
3-Link, 5-Link, or FKM Rubber: Choosing Your Bracelet
The Oceanic can be worn on three different bracelet and strap styles, each changing the character of the watch.
The 3-link bracelet is the more robust, understated steel option, with a sporty, tool-watch character that suits the Oceanic's dive heritage. The 5-link bracelet is the dressier, more refined steel option, with finer links that wrap the wrist more closely and catch the light for a more elevated look. The FKM rubber strap is the choice for genuine water use and hot weather, lighter than steel, completely impervious to water, and giving the watch a sportier feel.
A practical approach many owners take is a steel bracelet for everyday and professional wear plus a rubber strap for the beach, the pool, and summer, which effectively gives you two watches in one. This is only a short summary; the full bracelet comparison guide covers how each wears and which suits which wrist in detail.
How Much Does the Oceanic Cost?
The Oceanic is priced as follows:
On the 3-link bracelet, it is €695. On the 5-link bracelet, it is €725. The €30 difference reflects the more intricate construction of the 5-link bracelet.
Every price includes VAT, free EU shipping, a 2-year warranty, and the complete package: the watch, a wooden presentation box, a warranty card registered to you, and a polishing cloth. There are no customs charges within the EU and no surprise fees at checkout.
What makes these prices notable is what sits inside them. A Swiss Made automatic with a ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal, 30 ATM water resistance, and solid 316L steel throughout would typically cost well over €1,000 through a traditional retail brand. The Oceanic reaches €695 because Soren sells directly, without the retail chain and its margins. You are paying for the watch, not the distribution network.
FAQ
Is the Oceanic good for swimming?
Yes, excellent. With 30 ATM (300 metres) of water resistance, the Oceanic is built for swimming, snorkelling, and light recreational diving with a large safety margin. Just ensure the crown is fully screwed down before any contact with water, as this is what maintains the seal. For everyday swimming and water activities, the Oceanic is more than capable; water simply is not a concern with this watch.
What's the case size?
The Oceanic has a 40mm case diameter. This is the modern standard for dive watches: large enough to read as a genuine dive watch and to be legible, balanced enough to suit a wide range of wrists from around 16cm upward. At 40mm it sits well on most wrists without overhang, and wears as a proper tool watch rather than an oversized one.
Does the Oceanic come with a warranty?
Yes. Every Oceanic comes with a 2-year warranty covering manufacturing defects and the movement, extendable to 4 years for SOREN Circle members. The warranty is registered to you with the watch's unique serial number. The full detail of what is and is not covered is in the warranty guide.
What movement does the Oceanic use?
The Oceanic uses the Sellita SW200-1, a Swiss Made automatic movement running at 28,800 bph with a 38-hour power reserve and 26 jewels. It is self-winding, needs no battery, and is functionally equivalent to the ETA 2824-2 used in much more expensive watches. It is serviceable by any competent watchmaker worldwide.
Which Oceanic colour should I choose?
For maximum versatility, black or blue. Black is the timeless, go-with-everything classic; blue adds character while staying easy to wear daily. Green is the contemporary choice for something a little different, and the All Blue and All Green options are bolder, fully monochromatic looks for those who want their watch to stand out. All five share identical specifications; the choice is purely aesthetic.
Can I wear the Oceanic every day?
Absolutely. Despite being a dive watch, the Oceanic is designed for daily wear. Its 40mm size, clean finishing, and choice of bracelets mean it works across casual and smarter settings, and its durability, with the scratch-resistant ceramic bezel and solid steel construction, makes it well suited to being worn and used every day rather than saved for occasions.
The Bottom Line
The Soren Oceanic is a genuine Swiss Made automatic dive watch that delivers specifications well above its price. A ceramic bezel, 30 ATM water resistance, sapphire crystal, solid 316L steel, and a Sellita SW200-1 movement, in a balanced 40mm case, for €695 on the 3-link bracelet or €725 on the 5-link.
Choose black or blue for timeless versatility, green for contemporary character, or All Blue and All Green for a bolder statement. Add a rubber strap if you want a dedicated water and summer option. Whichever configuration you choose, you are getting a real dive watch built to be worn every day and to last for decades, at a price made possible by buying direct.
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