Rating: 4.5 / 5
A great watch and one of the best modern takes on the classic G-Shock square.
Pros
Excellent aesthetic, a clean and modern evolution of the original square
Bright, effective backlight that’s easy to use
Front light button is perfectly positioned and very practical
MIP display is used well with clear menus and intuitive functions
Buttons are a good size and easy to operate
Cons
No hourly beep (SIG) function like most other G-Shocks
Date format locked to American style (month first)
No option to change date format like the Casio G-Shock GW-BX5600-1A1, which is a strange omission
Verdict
A very well-executed G-Shock that feels modern, practical, and easy to use. It’s only let down by a couple of basic features that should have been included, especially the lack of date format options.