DW-5600RL (LCD) (Affiliate)

Is this the best digital watch Casio has ever made? In this video, I review the Casio G-Shock GW-BX5600, the first square G-Shock to combine a MIP (Memory In Pixel) display, Bluetooth, and Multiband 6 in a classic 5600 form factor — and I explain why it may set a new benchmark for real-world watch functionality. LINKS TO PURCHASE WATCHES IN THIS VIDEO (Note, the MIP watch featured is not yet available in the US) GW-BX5600 (MIP): https://www.casio.com/intl/watches/gshock/product.GW-BX5600-1/ DW-5600RL (LCD) (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/3NkZ8qZ Casio Royale (LCD)(Affiliate): https://amzn.to/3YsOLE7 AE-1500WH: https://amzn.to/3NdkTcj My Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/justthewatch The GW-BX5600 builds on earlier MIP G-Shocks like the GBX-100, GDB-200, and DW-H5600, but refines the formula into a smaller, simpler, and more practical everyday watch — all at around $200 / ¥30,800. 🔍 What I Cover in This Review • MIP Display – Pros & Cons The biggest upgrade. Higher resolution, better contrast, wider viewing angles, larger numbers, and labeled menus that make setting the watch dramatically easier. I also cover the downsides, including the slower refresh rate and screen timeout behavior. • Backlight Performance The LED backlight is usable in total darkness but dim compared to other Casios — and I explain why it holds back otherwise excellent legibility. • Size & Wearability Nearly identical to the DW-5600, with a slightly larger screen: 44mm wide 48mm lug-to-lug 12mm thick • GW-M5610 vs GW-BX5600 Same core functions, but with Bluetooth added and a vastly improved display — plus a discussion of what you don’t get compared to the 5610. • AE-1200 “Royale” Comparison Why the Royale still wins on accessibility and backlight — but not on accuracy, durability, or long-term convenience. ⌚ Features & Functionality Time & Date World Time 5 Alarms Stopwatch (1/100s) Countdown Timer Auto LED Backlight Bluetooth (phone finder & easier setup) Multiband 6 atomic timekeeping Solar powered (no battery changes) 🏆 Why This Might Be the Best Watch Ever When judged on the things that actually matter in daily life — accuracy, durability, legibility, functionality, and convenience — the GW-BX5600 arguably ranks at the very top. It’s incredibly low-maintenance, always accurate, intuitive to use, and tough enough to outlast almost anything else. It’s not a smartwatch. It’s not flashy. But as a pure tool watch, this may be the most complete digital watch Casio has ever made. If you’re interested in G-Shock reviews, Casio MIP displays, or finding the best everyday digital watch, this one’s worth a close look. 👇 Let me know in the comments: Is the GW-BX5600 the new king of G-Shock squares?