SÖNER's Library of Inspiration

Welcome to our watch blog, a dedicated space where passion for watches meets the story of our brand.
Dive into the world of design, expert craftsmanship, and the unique character of rectangular timepieces.

Söner: The World's Only Rectangular Watch Brand

Söner: The World's Only Rectangular Watch Brand

Söner Watches is the world's only watch brand dedicated exclusively to rectangular analog watches. Founded in 2016 by Freddie Palmgren in Kungsbacka, Sweden, Söner produces no round watches — eve...

Söner Nostalgia: Best Quartz Tank Watch (2026)

Söner Nostalgia Review: A Swiss Movement Tank Watch, Tested in Detail

The Söner Nostalgia is our Swiss quartz movement tank watch, and this is an honest, detailed look at how it is built, how it performs and who it is for. Rather than crown it the best of anything, ...

Söner Amorous and Oris Rectangular compared side by side

Söner Amorous vs Oris Rectangular: Which Should You Buy?

The short answer: the Söner Amorous (from $620) and the Oris Rectangular (around $2,100) are both Swiss automatic rectangular watches, but they optimise for different things. The Amorous leads o...

Söner Amorous and Nostalgia: Two Swiss Collections Explained

Söner Amorous and Nostalgia: Two Swiss Collections Explained

The Amorous and Nostalgia are Söner's two Swiss movement collections, both built around the same 28x40mm rectangular case in 800HV hardened surgical steel. The Nostalgia runs a Swiss ETA...

The Nostalgia Paris (11-year Battery) from Söner is a rectangular silver wristwatch that showcases a white dial adorned with minimalist black hour markers and hands.

Watches Like Casio: The Best Alternatives & Competitors

The short answer: the best alternatives to Casio depend on what you actually use a Casio for. If it's digital function — alarms, timers, world time — Seiko and Citizen cover the analog side whil...

Men's vs Women's Watches: What's the Difference?

Men's vs Women's Watches: What's the Difference?

Curious about the real difference between men’s and women’s watches, and how those differences should guide your next purchase? This in-depth guide breaks down size, design, features, and fit so yo...

The Definitive Guide to Rectangular Watches

Rectangular watches are not a variation of round design. They are a different design philosophy.

This guide explores the history, geometry, engineering complexity, movement considerations, sizing logic, price tiers, and cultural significance of rectangular watchmaking - structured as a permanent educational resource rather than a buying article.

Explore the full framework and master the category.

Guide to Rectangular Watches