Precision timekeeping has always been central to the Olympic Games, and since 1932, Omega has served as the Official Timekeeper of the world’s biggest sporting event. With each game, Omega has released commemorative watches that celebrate athletic excellence, global unity, and cutting-edge watchmaking, often drawing inspiration from the host nation itself.
Omega watches have truly evolved alongside the Games. From rugged dive watches built for Olympic athletes to refined sport watches designed for everyday wear, here’s a look back at the 6 Olympic watches of the last 10 years.
Rio 2016 – Seamaster Diver 300M “Rio 2016” Limited Edition
The Rio 2016 Olympic Games marked a return to vibrant, high energy design, and Omega reflected that spirit with a special edition Seamaster Diver 300M. This model featured Olympic color accents on the bezel numerals and a commemorative caseback celebrating the Games.
With 300 meters of water resistance and a robust stainless steel case, this was a true example of an Olympic watch designed for performance first. It’s just hard to believe it came out 10 years ago.
Pyeongchang 2018 – Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M “Pyeongchang 2018” Limited Edition
For the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea, Omega leaned into cold weather durability with a unique Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M. Designed to handle extreme environments, this watch featured a ceramic bezel, helium escape valve, and a bold red & blue color palette.
As one of the most technically capable Olympic Games watches of the decade, it highlighted Omega’s focus on precision under pressure, mirroring the demands of Olympic athletes themselves.
Tokyo 2020 – Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M “Tokyo 2020” Limited Edition
Originally scheduled for 2020 but held in 2021, the Tokyo Olympic Games introduced a more refined Olympic watch. Omega chose the Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M, a versatile sport watch that bridges the gap between athletic performance and everyday elegance.
Featuring a blue patterned dial, Olympic branding, and 150 meters of water resistance, this model appealed to collectors looking for understated Olympic watch, especially compared to the previous two.
Interestingly, it’s still available for purchase on Omega’s website despite being limited to 2020 pieces.
Beijing 2022 – Seamaster Diver 300M “Beijing 2022” Special Edition
The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics brought Omega back to the Seamaster Diver 300M. This special edition featured a crisp, icy aesthetic that matched the Winter Games theme, paired with modern materials like grade 5 titanium, and of course a Co Axial Master Chronometer movement.
This watch features the iconic and modern iteration of the wave dial, Olympic colors on the 2, 4, 8, and 10 o’clock indexes, as well as a return to an engraved caseback.
Paris 2024 – Seamaster Diver 300M “Paris 2024” Special Edition
For Paris 2024, Omega once again turned to the iconic Seamaster Diver 300M, this time with refined detailing inspired by French design cues. Diamond-polished 18k Moonshine Gold accents and elegant finishing elevates the watch while maintaining its tool watch credentials.
A standout feature is the two-tone caseback with the Olympic flame in gold. Additionally, this watch is not limited edition and is still available on Omega’s website for around $10,000.
Milano Cortina 2026 – SeamasterDiver 300M Special Edition
The 2026 Winter Olympics mark Omega’s 32nd time as the official timekeeper of the games. This year, they’re delivering an all white Seamaster 300M in a larger 43.5mm ceramic and titanium case. The watch features a snowy white dial with blue indexes truly evoking all things winter. The watch is paired with 21mm white rubber strap and is finished with a cleanly engraved caseback commemorating the games.
How Olympic Watches Have Evolved
Over the past decade, Olympic watches have shifted from bold, highly branded designs toward more refined and versatile timepieces. In 2026, Omega’s Olympic watches are just as suitable for daily wear as they are for commemorating historic athletic moments.
From deep diving Seamaster models to unique Aqua Terra or Planet Ocean references, these Olympic watches reflect the same values seen on the world’s biggest sporting stage: precision, resilience, and performance.
As future Games approach, one thing remains certain: Omega will be there, keeping time to fractions of a second and producing watches that continue to define what an athlete’s timepiece can be, both in competition and beyond.
And let us know below, would you consider adding an Omega Olympic watch to your collection?
