Citizen Eco-Drive Watches

There are watches you simply wear and forget about. Citizen Eco-Drive harnesses light to run, with no need for periodic battery changes and with designs for every way of wearing it.

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Citizen Eco-Drive

The convenience of a watch that uses light to run

When you want to forget about the battery

An Eco-Drive watch is designed to be put on and worn. Instead of depending on a conventional battery, it uses light to generate and store the energy it needs to run.

That way of working changes the experience of use: you don't have to keep track of changing the battery periodically, and you can choose the watch for what you really look for in it, from a simple design for everyday wear to a more sporty or technical model.

Eco-Drive technology Runs on light No periodic battery change For everyday wear

The technology changes, you choose the watch

Eco-Drive doesn't define a single type of watch. Within this selection you'll find different sizes, designs, materials and features, because the technology can be behind both a discreet watch for daily wear and a piece designed for a more demanding activity.

That's why, once you're clear that you want the convenience of Eco-Drive, it's worth looking at what changes between each reference: the case size, the dial, the bracelet or strap, and the functions you're actually going to use.

Frequently asked questions

How does a Citizen Eco-Drive watch work?

Eco-Drive uses light to generate and store the energy needed for the watch to run. It can make use of both natural and artificial light, so you don't need to expose it directly to the sun to use it normally.

Does a Citizen Eco-Drive have a battery?

Eco-Drive doesn't use a conventional battery that you have to change periodically. The system incorporates a rechargeable cell that stores the energy obtained from light, avoiding the usual maintenance associated with changing a battery.

What's the difference between a Citizen Eco-Drive and an automatic?

The main difference is in how each watch obtains its energy. Eco-Drive uses light and is designed to offer convenience of use without periodic battery changes; an automatic obtains its energy from movement through a mechanical mechanism. They are two different ways of understanding a watch and wearing it in daily life.

Is a Citizen Eco-Drive suitable for wearing every day?

Yes, and precisely the convenience of its system is one of the reasons why it works well as an everyday watch. From there, you'll need to choose the reference according to the size, design, materials and functions that best fit how you use it.

Which Citizen Eco-Drive should I choose?

It depends on how you want to use it. If you're looking for a watch to wear every day, you can start with the size and design; if you need specific functions, water resistance, a chronograph or other features, it's worth comparing the characteristics of each reference before choosing.