Best TAG Heuer Watches of 2024 to Add a Luxury Swiss Timepiece to Your Collection

Christopher Friedmann

Tue, October 8, 2024 at 3:59 PM UTC

7 min read

Generate Key Takeaways

TAG Heuer has been making watches since 1860. Like other storied watchmakers (think Rolex and Breitling), TAG Heuer watches are coveted by athletes and enthusiasts. The Switzerland-based brand was a hit among the racing circuit in the 1950s, and has since entered the world of celebrity in modern day, tagging Ryan Gosling as its brand ambassador.

Still, its watches have remained at the forefront of the racing scene and are set to take over Rolex’s role as the official watch sponsor for Formula 1 come 2025. For our 2024 Watch Guide, we chose Carrera Chronograph as our top pick. It's modern, elegant, and refined—a true standout from the LVMH-owned watchmaker, and that's saying something seeing as it offers a huge selection from smartwatches to dive watches to GMT watches.

Best TAG Heuer Watches at a Glance

Best TAG Heuer Watch Overall: Carrera Chronograph CBN2013.FC6483
Best Dress TAG Heuer Watch: Carrera Chronograph Extreme Sport CBU2050.FT6273
Best Racing TAG Heuer Watch: Formula 1 Chronograph CAZ201G.BA0876
Best GMT TAG Heuer Watch: Aquaracer Professional 300 WBP5114.BA0013
Best TAG Heuer Chronograph: Carrera Chronograph CBN2A1AA.BA0643
Best Celebrity TAG Heuer Watch: Carrera Chronograph CBS2210.FC6534
Best Dive Tag Heuer Watch: Aquaracer Professional 300 Orange Diver WBP201F.BA0632
Best Budget TAG Heuer Watch: Formula 1 Chronograph CAZ1014.FT8028

Best TAG Heuer Watches of 2024

Best TAG Heuer Watch Overall: Carrera Chronograph CBN2013.FC6483

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph CBN2013.FC6483 <em>Watch</em><p>Courtesy Image</p> — TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph CBN2013.FC6483 *Watch*
Courtesy Image

Carrera Chronograph is one of TAG Heuer’s most classic collections, and it’s on this model that fashion truly meets timeless style. The watch is simply beautiful. The leather strap and rose gold pair perfectly together, making it the type of timepiece that looks elegant anywhere it's worn. Here, modern design and over a century and a half of Swiss watchmaking show what they can do when thoughtfully worked together. The 42mm case is just on the large size, so it’s certain to make an impression wherever worn, but won’t dominate an entire outfit. The watch also falls about in the middle of price range when it comes to TAG Heuer pieces. One important note, at 42mm the watch face can look a bit large on those with narrower wrists.

CASE: Stainless steel
MOVEMENT: Calibre HEUER02 automatic
DIAL: White
SIZE: 42mm
STRAP: Leather

Best Dress TAG Heuer Watch: Carrera Chronograph Extreme Sport CBU2050.FT6273

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Extreme Sport CBU2050.FT6273 <em>Watch</em><p>Courtesy Image</p> — TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Extreme Sport CBU2050.FT6273 *Watch*
Courtesy Image

If you’re looking to make an impression, skeleton watches tend to do the trick, and this black-and-gold piece from the LVMH brand certainly does that and more. At its heart, this watch embodies the spirit of motorsport and luxury, creating something for those looking to stand out—which it certainly does with its 44mm case—even in the most dressed up situations. The ability to see inside the movement is always something special for enthusiasts, add in its robust size and it’s easy to see why it’s unique among TAG Heuer’s collection.

CASE: Stainless steel and ceramic
MOVEMENT: Calibre TH20-00 automatic movement
DIAL: Black
SIZE: 44mm
STRAP: Stainless steel

Best Racing TAG Heuer Watch: Formula 1 Chronograph CAZ201G.BA0876

TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph CAZ201G.BA0876 <em>Watch</em><p>Courtesy Image</p> — TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph CAZ201G.BA0876 *Watch*
Courtesy Image

As mentioned above, TAG Heuer is about to replace Rolex as Formula 1’s watch sponsor, but even before that, the watch brand has been dominating the F1 scene for the last few years as Red Bull (which the company sponsors) has taken home the Constructors' Championships. Of the variety of Formula 1 racing watches the brand produces, this 44mm, blue, silver, and orange piece blends both sport and elegance. It’s an energetic, dynamic, and bold chronograph that possesses an obvious need for speed and also tags its Formula 1 sponsorship in a tasteful manner just above the date box.

CASE: Stainless steel
MOVEMENT: Calibre TH20-00 automatic movement
DIAL: Blue
SIZE: 44mm
STRAP: Stainless steel

Best GMT TAG Heuer Watch: Aquaracer Professional 300 WBP5114.BA0013

TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 WBP5114.BA0013 Watch<p>Courtesy Image</p> — TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 WBP5114.BA0013 Watch
Courtesy Image

TAG Heuer watches are best known for their relationship with the racetrack, but they also have a long history with the high seas that is best showcased across their Aquaracer collection. The Aquaracer Professional 300 also happens to be a beautiful GMT, with a distinctive (dare I say sexy) light blue GMT hand, that makes one complete rotation every 24 hours. At 42mm, it sits on just the right side of big, while its steel and ceramic case makes sure it can withstand even the most challenging waters.

CASE: Stainless steel
MOVEMENT: TH31-03 COSC
DIAL: Blue
SIZE: 42mm
STRAP: Stainless steel

Best TAG Heuer Chronograph: Carrera Chronograph CBN2A1AA.BA0643

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph CBN2A1AA.BA0643 Watch<p>Courtesy Image</p> — TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph CBN2A1AA.BA0643 Watch
Courtesy Image

One of the nice things about TAG Heuer is when it comes to the luxury watch world, they can stay in the four-figure space and still deliver true luxury. The simple elegance delivered by their timepieces is at its most obvious with the Carrera Chronograph. This version is a revamped classic that features sporty upgrades, like hour and minute hands that glow in the dark. At 44mm, it certainly makes an impression, but if that’s what you’re looking for, this one certainly delivers that, along with some classic touches.

CASE: Stainless steel
MOVEMENT: Calibre TH20-00 automatic movement
DIAL: Black and silver
SIZE: 39mm
STRAP: Stainless steel

Best Celebrity TAG Heuer Watch: Carrera Chronograph CBS2210.FC6534

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph CBS2210.FC6534 <em>Watch</em><p>Courtesy Image</p> — TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph CBS2210.FC6534 *Watch*
Courtesy Image

If Ryan Gosling is wearing it in his latest blockbuster, you know it’s the celebrity go-to of the moment. Since taking over as the celebrity brand ambassador for the Switch watchmaker, the Fall Guy-star has sported a number of pieces across his flicks, but the latest beauty carries with it an impressive amount of timelessness. Reimagined from the reverse panda 2447 NS model, this version encapsulates the Carrera model’s classic design, but gives it a modern feel.

CASE: Stainless steel
MOVEMENT: Calibre TH20-00 automatic movement
DIAL: Black
SIZE: 39mm
STRAP: Leather

Best Dive Tag Heuer Watch: Aquaracer Professional 300 Orange Diver WBP201F.BA0632

Tag Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 Orange Diver WBP201F.BA0632 <em>Watch</em><p>Courtesy Image</p> — Tag Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 Orange Diver WBP201F.BA0632 *Watch*
Courtesy Image

With its bright orange face, the Aquaracer Professional 300 Orange Diver is basically unmissable, which may lead you to believe its anew idea or comes from some 90s idea. But, actually, it’s inspired by a historic model from 1979. The orange color is at the center of its construction (it is the color of safety, afterall), since it provides maximum contrast against the blue of the water.

CASE: Stainless steel
MOVEMENT: Calibre 5 automatic
DIAL: Orange
SIZE: 43mm
STRAP: Stainless steel

Best Budget TAG Heuer Watch: Formula 1 Chronograph CAZ1014.FT8028

TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph CAZ1014.FT8028 <em>Watch</em><p>Courtesy Image</p> — TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph CAZ1014.FT8028 *Watch*
Courtesy Image

In a luxury watch world that often finds itself deep an the five or even six figure space, it’s borderline incredible to find a quality piece from a highly respected Swiss brand that’s under 2k, which is exactly what you get with this Tag Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph. It’s also a watch that still manages to make an impression with its 43mm case and bright orange rubber strap. And it should stand the test of time thanks to its brushed steel case and use of scratch-proof sapphire crystal.

CASE: Stainless steel
MOVEMENT: Quartz chronograph
DIAL: Blue
SIZE: 43mm
STRAP: Rubber

What You Should Look for in a TAG Heuer Watch

TAG Heuer watches are known for their quality, craftsmanship, and precision, and manage to hold their value in many cases, but they’re not generally investment pieces you’ll see rise in value over time. While some consider them an entry-level luxury Swiss watch, a lot of what you’re looking for comes down to taste. The brand makes a variety of pieces that manage to span both the style and budget gamuts–you can spend anywhere from 1K to around 20K.

If you’re looking for something classic, go with a Carerra or a Monaco, which continue to remain at the center of their collection, thanks to their history with motorsports. If you’re desires are more inline with reasonable prices and a being a fan of modern auto racing, then the Formula 1 collection should be right up your alley.

See more from the 2024 Men's Journal Watch Guide

About Our Ads

Solve the daily Crossword

34,691 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?34,691 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?

Crossword

Don't Miss