I bought this watch as a 'step up' from the usual sport watches with plastic bands and full digital faces. I've been told by several people that it looks like a much more expensive watch. All the needed digital functions are there and easy to use. The solar charging hasn't been a problem here in Oregon even with all the clouds. I just leave it in a window sill facing the sun for a few hours when it's sunny and it seems to hold the charge well. I would recommend it to anyone looking to get an 'inexpensive' watch that looks like it costs more than it does.