Royal Pop strap: silicone or bioceramic? Which one to buy?

You’ve made your decision: you finally want to wear your AP × Swatch Royal Pop on your wrist. Great choice. There’s just one question to resolve before you order: is the silicone or the bioceramic strap better?

It’s the right decision to pause for a moment, because the two materials offer different experiences. In this guide, we’ll help you choose in just a few minutes, so you can order the perfect strap for you today.

The quick answer

If you don't have time to read everything, here is the summary. Choose silicone if you want a lightweight, practical, water-resistant strap that is suitable for everyday use, including sports — starting at €49.95. Choose bioceramic if you are looking for a more elegant and integrated look, featuring the same material as the Royal Pop case and a steel clasp, to make the watch stand out on any occasion.

Many collectors eventually get one of each — one for the gym and the weekend, and one for more polished occasions. Let’s see why.

The silicone strap: everyday lightness and freedom

Silicone is the choice for those who really want to take their Royal Pop everywhere. It is light on the wrist, soft to the touch, and you’ll forget you’re even wearing it. It is resistant to water, sweat, and sunscreen, so you can wear it to the gym, at the beach, or in the rain without a second thought.

It is also the most accessible gateway to converting your Royal Pop into a wristwatch: at €49.95, it is the most immediate way to stop keeping it in your pocket and start living with it. The finish is matched to the collection's original colors, so the strap complements your colorway rather than clashing with it.

If your Royal Pop is a watch to be worn every day, silicone is almost always the right first choice.

The bioceramic strap: the elegance of the same material as the case

Bioceramic is a different story. It is the same family of materials used to craft the Royal Pop case, and this changes everything aesthetically: the strap and the watch look like a single object designed together, not an accessory added later. The stainless steel deployment clasp adds that premium touch you notice as soon as you put it on.

It is the choice for those who want their Royal Pop to make a statement: at dinner, at an event, whenever the visual effect counts. It costs more than silicone, but it offers a visual result that silicone cannot provide.

If, for you, the Royal Pop is primarily a style object to show off, bioceramic is what you are looking for.

How to choose based on you

The decisive question is simple: how will you wear your Royal Pop most of the time? If the answer is "every day, on the go, without worrying about ruining it," go with silicone. If it is "I want it to be noticed, I want the best possible effect," choose bioceramic. And if you can't decide, it's because you would likely use both at different times — and that is exactly why many people buy them in a pair.

In any case, both attach in seconds with the snap-in system, without tools and without modifying the watch, and they are available for all eight colorways.

One final check before ordering

Check the configuration of your Royal Pop: crown at 12 o'clock (Lépine models) or crown at 3 o'clock (Lan Ba and OTG Roz, Savonnette style). Select the corresponding strap and you're all set.

Order with complete peace of mind

Whatever version you choose, you are protected: every Royal Pop Labs strap includes a warranty and a return policy, so you can order risk-free. And shipping is free throughout the EU, with no hidden costs or customs duties.

Have you chosen? Then it’s time to get your Royal Pop on your wrist.

→ [Buy the silicone strap — from €49.95] 

→ [Buy the bioceramic strap — from €99.95]

Free EU shipping, warranty, and returns included with every order.