Rado

Master of materials from Lengnau

Rado was founded in 1917 in Lengnau, Switzerland, and has carried its current name since 1957. The brand became known for its pioneering work with resilient materials: in 1962 the DiaStar was launched as one of the first scratch-resistant watches, followed in 1986 by the Integral with the first watch bracelet made of high-tech ceramic. Since then, Rado has stood like hardly any other brand for light, scratch-resistant and skin-friendly ceramic watches. Rado belongs to the Swatch Group and still manufactures in Lengnau today.

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Rado prices at a glance

As of November 2026. Prices in euros.

Model line from Median to Models
Centrix€1,700€2,275€4,25058
DiaStar Original€1,700€1,785€2,34019
True€1,700€2,255€2,46519
True Square€1,785€2,445€3,23028
HyperChrome€1,955€3,060€5,2305
True Thinline€1,955€1,955€2,93513
Integral€2,000€2,275€3,95512
Captain Cook€2,040€2,785€5,48544
Anatom€3,145€3,465€8,37512
Rado total€1,700€2,340€8,375217

The figures come from our own range and are recalculated every month.

The Rado collections at a glance

The Captain Cook goes back to a diver's watch from 1962 and is today the sporty line of the brand, from the classic steel version to the skeletonised model in high-tech ceramic. The True, the True Square and the True Thinline show ceramic in its purest form, round, square or particularly slim, often created in collaboration with designers. The Centrix combines steel and ceramic into timelessly elegant watches, the HyperChrome focuses on sporty design, the DiaStar Original continues the shape of the first scratch-resistant watch, and the Integral and Anatom stand for the distinctive shapes of the 1980s.

Ceramic and movements

High-tech ceramic is considerably harder than steel, yet light and pleasant on the skin. Rado produces it in many colours and as plasma high-tech ceramic with a metallic sheen, even though it contains no metal. Many automatic models offer up to 80 hours of power reserve, and numerous movements work with an anti-magnetic Nivachron hairspring. Rado grants a five-year international warranty on its watches.

What HORANDO delivers with every Rado

Every watch is delivered new and unworn, with original box, original documents and the full manufacturer's warranty. Before shipping, we check the reference and serial number and pack the watch carefully for insured premium shipping. On request, we adjust the bracelet to your wrist size before shipping. We will be happy to answer questions about the availability of individual references personally.

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Frequently asked questions about Rado

How much does a Rado cost?

The current price range can be found in the price overview on this page.

Why is Rado known for ceramics?

Rado has been working on scratch-resistant materials for decades and is considered a pioneer in high-performance ceramics in watchmaking. The brand develops its own ceramic recipes and uses them to create complete cases and bracelets, not just bezels.

How sensitive is a ceramic watch to scratches in everyday life?

Ceramic is significantly harder than stainless steel and is practically not scratched during everyday use. It reacts more sensitively to hard, punctual impacts, such as against the edge of a table. The color is in the material itself and cannot fade or chip.

Are the Rado watches at HORANDO new and original?

Yes. Each new watch is unworn and comes with box, papers and the full manufacturer's warranty. Before shipping, we look at each watch again, check the reference and serial number and pack it neatly.

Can I pay for a Rado in installments?

Yes. Payment in installments of up to 5,000 euros is possible via PayPal, and up to 10,000 euros via Klarna.