NH35 vs NH36 - which movement to choose

• By Vayan Watch
• April 20, 2026

NH35 vs NH36: A Complete Comparison

When it comes to Seiko Mod watches, the two most popular movements are the Seiko NH35 and NH36. Both are excellent automatic movements, but they have important differences.

Seiko NH35

• Date only (no day of week)
• 24 jewels
• 21,600 bph (frequency)
• 40+ hours power reserve
• Hacking and hand-winding

Seiko NH36

• Date + day of week
• 24 jewels
• 21,600 bph (frequency)
• 40+ hours power reserve
• Hacking and hand-winding

Which should you choose?

NH35 is perfect for a cleaner dial design — with just a date window or completely without date (no-date dial). Ideal for diver and dress watch styles.

NH36 is more suitable if you want the additional functionality of day-of-week display. Popular for sporty and field watch designs.

Both movements are known for their durability and easy serviceability. At VayanWatch, we offer both options — consult with us about which is best for your project.