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[VIC, QLD, NSW, WA] Free Battery Change for Swatch Watches @ Swatch

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[VIC, QLD, NSW, WA] Free Battery Change for Swatch Watches @ Swatch
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nocure on 08/04/2019 - 15:28 swatch.com (24386 clicks)
Last edited 30/03/2026 - 17:13 by 2 other users

Needed to get a new battery for my Swatch, went searching and found an old post that I completely missed, thought I would post again to remind everyone.

ENERGY FOR LIFE - FREE BATTERY CHANGE!
Need a new battery for your favourite Swatch? From now on, Swatch will replace it at no cost to you.
Take your Swatch to your nearest Swatch store and ask for a free new battery today.*
We will exchange the batteries of your Swatch directly in our Swatch stores located in Australia (excludes duty free).
Reenergise your Swatch. Now for free!

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  • 1-Bargain on 08/04/2019 - 15:43

    nice, have one. battery still ok, but next time going to myer :)

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  • cheapies on 08/04/2019 - 15:59

    All swatches get free battery replacement for life. Has always been the case for the past 10 years since I had them.

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    • tightarse on 08/04/2019 - 16:24

      Post is a good reminder.

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    • rsop on 02/10/2023 - 19:07

      Did not know that. Thanks

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  • start3r on 08/04/2019 - 16:14

    Useless if you're in Brisbane as they have closed their store.
    Now if you need a battery replacing OR spare parts (in the case of my kid's watches) you have to ship it back to Melbourne to their service centre.
    The reason I bought the kid's watches was because they had a store in Brisbane making it easy to replace a battery or get new straps etc..

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    • paulransom81 on 08/04/2019 - 18:09

      Yep. Brisbane truly is a hole. Still have to fly to Sydney for the US embassy (massive pain in the ass). Whoever came up with the term BrisVegas truly needs a beating. They obviously haven't been to Vegas and experienced options/freedom.

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    • cannibal on 08/04/2019 - 18:10

      Not completely useless.
      I managed to get a free battery replacement last September at the Swatch store at the Brisbane International Airport Terminal.
      This post has just reminded me it is still in my bag.

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    • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2019 - 18:55

      I think Adelaide closed too.

      Is it really anyone’s fault other than our own for not buying enough Swatches?

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    • biggweilo on 08/04/2019 - 22:54

      Did you try at the Museum? thats the last place I saw a swatch, or a watch for that matter.

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    • shutuptakemymoney101 on 02/10/2023 - 17:11

      For those in Brisbane - CBD Watch Repairs do good work and are reasonably priced.

      https://www.cbdwatchrepairs.com.au/

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      • johnno07 on 03/10/2023 - 00:02

        Seconded. CBD Watch Repairs is the only place I'll go in Brisbane.

        EDIT: Holy guac I didn't realise how ancient this post is.

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      • matt-ozb on 03/10/2023 - 07:51

        For a battery change? Surely it's DIY or free?

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    • neonlight on 02/10/2023 - 18:40

      Everyone just buy smart watch or fitness band with display these days even for kids. Swatch is a goner

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      • matt-ozb on 03/10/2023 - 07:52

        Omega swatch .. blaucpain swatch?

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  • bchliu on 08/04/2019 - 16:25

    Doh. Not all stores participating. Only two in Sydney - City or Brookvale. lol

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    • iSmart on 30/03/2026 - 17:00

      Such a random place Brookvale

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  • movieman on 08/04/2019 - 18:02

    How about scratch replacement / polishing?

    When I purchased it, the sales rep said it doesnt scratch.

    Will they repair / polish scratched faces?

    At cost, or included with warranty / after sales support?

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    • marka on 08/04/2019 - 18:16

      I bought my watch in Hawaii years ago and Swatch @ Sydney Centrepoint are happy to buff scratches and polish for free.

      They also have never asked for the receipt.

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      • ozhunter68 on 08/04/2019 - 18:51

        There you go movieman, a quick flight to Sydney will polish up your swatch a bit free :-)

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    • [Deactivated] on 08/04/2019 - 18:55

      I’ve had stores buff them before but Adelaide only polished it with a cloth I think.

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    • Mlepnosclay on 17/04/2019 - 23:23

      I used to work for Swatch many moons ago, the glass is called plexy glass, which imo essentially is plastic so it can scratch quite easily.
      We use to offer free polishing, and unless they changed policies i believe they still should.

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    • ferguson on 30/03/2026 - 20:03

      I bought a watch from the city store a year ago, they mentioned both battery replacement and polishing.

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  • ArchieD on 09/04/2019 - 08:12

    Just get a Seiko 5 and you'll never need to replace the battery ;)

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  • Raymond1227 on 09/04/2019 - 15:35

    A nice service. Did the battery change in Melbourne DFO South Wharf smoothly.

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  • CheeryCheapskate on 09/04/2019 - 15:58

    I've done this a few times. Just confirming I've changed my batteries at Emporium and Chadstone (Melbourne) and they both had great service. On a busy period, staff noticed me and asked if I needed help; I was in and out less than a minute.

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  • C-Nut on 09/04/2019 - 20:26

    Do they change Tissot watch batteries too? (I think Tissot are owned by Swatch)

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    • Mlepnosclay on 17/04/2019 - 23:25

      Tissot are owned by swatch but will not be able to replace tissot batteries in store. you will have to find a tissot store or contact head office.

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    • DrSwag on 02/10/2023 - 17:29

      Swatch Group also owns Omega; maybe a free battery for them too :-p

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    • RedShadow on 05/01/2026 - 11:48

      Went to two different Tissot stores and both quoted $60 for battery change.

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  • greenplastix on 22/02/2023 - 22:42

    Strap replacement and adjustment is also free of charge.

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  • BigLeviathan on 20/08/2023 - 07:57

    Too bad the chadstone store no longer available…

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    • illusion99 on 02/10/2023 - 19:40

      It’s now in the city which is perhaps more convenient for more people

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  • xaykogeki on 02/10/2023 - 17:17

    My mom has a 20 years old swatch that we bring to Swatch for a free battery change lol. Not sure how long the watch will last.

    Good value here as well considering how expensive battery change can be. Eventually i just learned to do my own battery change including changing the gaskets.

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  • sween64 on 02/10/2023 - 17:19

    Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth only.

    CBD and airports only. Not very convenient.

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    • spaceflight on 02/10/2023 - 18:57

      Those cities cover approx 50% of Australians so those living in those cities might disagree

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      • sween64 on 02/10/2023 - 20:25

        Would you travel more than 10km for a free battery replacement? >50% of the population may live in those cities, but those cities are up to 80km wide.

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        • ferguson on 30/03/2026 - 20:05

          Many/most people in the cities will travel to the CBD at least a few times a year for something or other.

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    • felixixix on 02/05/2025 - 20:47

      To confirm, is this deal still running? Would anyone know if this applies to other local international Swatch stores like New Zealand and Singapore?

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  • ripprind on 02/10/2023 - 20:58

    i wish I knew that.
    mine stood around with an empty battery for a year and wouldn't start again with a fresh one.
    Turns out its best to have then running even if not in use.

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  • quikchip on 02/10/2023 - 21:15

    Good to know, my Swatch has had a dead battery for about 10 years. I never wanted to replace the battery since the darn thing is so loud.

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  • kaleidoscope on 03/10/2023 - 10:38

    Been there like forever no? I remember doing this since early 2000s 😬. Depending on the outlet they’ll sometimes even polish up the glass (for free or very affordable cost)

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  • sween64 on 30/03/2026 - 17:00

    oooo they've now expanded to Perth.

    Still only 8 stores across the country. Perth, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

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  • iSmart on 30/03/2026 - 17:02

    Cheap swatch watch recommendation for adults?

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    • pr0k on 30/03/2026 - 20:36

      If you just want a clean, adult watch that will last you a few years, I suggest their "mono black" model. Bear in mind that the 'glass' on Swatch watches is made of plastic and will pick up some scuffs over time (this is also true of some OG specification Omega watches that cost many thousands, so it's not solely a cheapness issue). I've owned multiple Swatch watches and do like them, so I'm just mentioning this issue so you have realistic expectations.

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  • r0xz on 30/03/2026 - 20:52

    1. Bring in a watch for battery replacement.

    2. Remove the new battery and use it in another watch.

    3. Put the dead battery from another watch back into the newly replaced watch.

    4. Return to store for another free battery replacement.

    5. Repeat.

    6. Profit.

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    • mrshorty on 30/03/2026 - 21:44

      Swatch store attendant: hey r0xz ur back again hey?
      r0xz: yep these batteries dont last very long ey
      Swatch store attendant: they usually last more than 2 days
      r0xz: btw let me know if youre after a supplier of these batteries. I know a guy that has some

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  • t25 on 31/03/2026 - 00:16

    Never knew it. I took my Swatch to get a battery replaced when it died to my local watch battery located in a shopping mall.

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  • chepsk8 on 28/09/2026 - 18:03

    Kinda moot because your Swatch will likely be non-functioning before the battery dies, cheap overpriced plastic junk.

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  • theone4u on 28/09/2026 - 19:37

    What's the catch, nothing is ever free in this free world

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