If you are in the market for a high-tier Rolex Submariner replica (specifically the 126610 or 116610 models), you have inevitably run into the biggest debate in the community.
VSF (VS Factory) or Clean Factory?
It is the “Coke vs. Pepsi” of the replica world. Both factories produce “Super Clones” that are 95% identical to the Genuine. Both cost roughly the same. And both have die-hard fanbases that will argue for hours on Reddit.
But in 2026, who actually holds the crown? We have broken down the comparison into three critical rounds to help you decide which version belongs on your wrist.
🥊 The Tale of the Tape
VSF (VS Factory): Famous for their movement technology and crystal clarity. Generally considered the “Out of the Box” King.
Clean Factory: Famous for their ceramic bezels (they started as a bezel supplier) and case finishing. Often preferred by modders.
Round 1: The Movement (The Heart)
This is where the biggest difference lies.
VSF: The VS3235 Movement
VSF uses the proprietary VS3235 movement. This is widely accepted as the best clone movement ever made.
The Win: It offers a true 70-72 hour power reserve (identical to Gen). You can put it down on Friday and pick it up Monday, and it is still ticking. The winding feeling is buttery smooth.
Clean: The VR3235 / DD3235
Clean has recently updated their movements to compete, using the reliable VR3235 or the new DanDong 3235.
The Reality: It is a workhorse, reliable and sturdy. However, historically, the winding feel is slightly “grittier” than the VSF, and the power reserve consistency on VSF units is generally superior.
Winner: VSF. (If reliability and power reserve are your #1 priority, VSF wins).
Round 2: The Face (Bezel & Crystal)
You look at the face of the watch 100 times a day. This matters.
The Bezel (The Green/Black Ring):
Clean Factory originally started as a bezel manufacturer (“Clean V1”). They have perfected the platinum coating on the bezel numbers. It is bright, sharp, and doesn’t fade dark gray over time. VSF bezels are excellent (9/10), but Clean is a 10/10.
The Crystal (The Glass):
VSF is legendary for its crystal clarity. Their sapphire is incredibly transparent, and the anti-reflective coating on the Cyclops (date window) creates a perfect “Black Hole Effect”. The date looks crisp and dark. Clean crystals are good, but they sometimes have a slight “milky” ring or blueish tint under harsh lighting.
Winner: Draw. (Pick Clean for the Bezel, Pick VSF for the Crystal).
Round 3: The Body (Case & Bracelet)
How does it feel on the wrist?
Clean Factory:
Clean excels in metal finishing. The brushing on the bracelet is arguably smoother, and the “SELs” (Solid End Links) fit tighter against the case with zero gaps. The case shape (the lugs) is often cited by experts as being slightly more geometrically accurate to the genuine Rolex.
VSF:
The VSF bracelet is fantastic, but occasionally the clasp edges can feel a little “sharp” out of the box (easily fixed with a nail buffer). The case shape is excellent, but purists argue the lugs are slightly thinner than Gen.
Winner: Clean Factory. (They have a slight edge in metal finishing).
The Final Verdict: Which one should you buy?
Buy VSF If…
- You want the Best Daily Wearer straight out of the box.
- You care about the Power Reserve (70 Hours).
- You hate cloudy glass and want the best Crystal clarity.
- “I just want to put it on and not worry about it”.
Buy Clean If…
- You are a Perfectionist about case shape and bezels.
- You plan to “Franken” the watch (swap parts) later.
- You want the best possible Bracelet feel.
- “I want the watch that looks 100% correct under a macro lens”.
The Truth? You cannot go wrong with either. We are splitting hairs here. Both VSF and Clean are masterpieces of modern manufacturing that make the genuine $12,000 price tag hard to justify.
Still undecided? Contact our support team for a side-by-side video comparison of our current stock.
