There are different types of Apple Watches, and each model has its unique features and benefits. In this overview, we compare all current devices, so you can see the differences briefly and make an easy choice.
| Apple Watch Series 11 | Apple Watch Ultra 3 | Apple Watch Series SE 3 | Apple Watch Series 10 | Apple Watch Series Ultra 2 | Apple Watch Series SE 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Models | 2 (46 / 42) | 1 (49) | 2 (40 / 44) | 2 (46 / 42) | 1 (49) | 2 (44 / 40) |
| Colour | Aluminium: Space Gray, Jet Black, Rose Gold, Silver Titanium: Natural, Gold, Slate | Titanium: Natural, Black | Aluminium: Midnight, Starlight | Aluminium: Jet Black, Rose Gold, Silver Titanium: Natural, Gold, Slate | Titanium: Natural, Black | Aluminium: Midnight, Starlight, Silver |
| Water resistance | WR50: Suitable for swimming (fresh/salt water) up to 50 m deep, IP6X: Completely dustproof | WR100: Suitable for diving up to 100 m deep, IP6X: Completely dustproof | WR50: Suitable for swimming (fresh/salt water) up to 50 m deep | WR50: Suitable for swimming (fresh/salt water) up to 50 m deep, IP6X: Completely dustproof | WR100: Suitable for diving up to 100 m deep, IP6X: Completely dustproof | WR50: Suitable for swimming (fresh/salt water) up to 50 m deep |
| Battery life | 18h (normal), up to 38h (economy mode) | 36h (typical), up to 72h (economy mode) | 6 p.m. (normal) | 18h (normal), up to 36h (economy mode) | 36h (typical), up to 72h (economy mode) | 6 p.m. (normal) |
| Chipset | S10 chip | S10 chip | S10 chip | S10 chip | S9 chip | S8 chip |
| Display | Always-on Retina OLED | Always-on Retina OLED | Retina OLED | Always-on Retina OLED | Always-on Retina OLED | Retina OLED |
Apple offers a suitable Apple Watch for every type of user. Below is an overview of the latest Apple Watch models and their key features. Good to know: even slightly older models (like the Apple Watch Series 9) remain a reliable choice, especially for everyday or basic use.
The Apple Watch Series 11 is a smart choice if you want to monitor your health and fitness comprehensively. You'll get notifications for high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, and sleep apnea, while the Vital Signs app gives you insights into values like your sleep score and oxygen levels. For athletes, this watch offers advanced data on heart rate zones, target pace and training load, so you can train with purpose. The watch has a thin and light design and is scratch-resistant, water-resistant up to 50 metres deep and comfortable to wear day and night.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is made for athletes and adventurers. This smartwatch has a particularly robust titanium casing, sapphire crystal screen and is water resistant up to 100 metres deep. With accurate dual-frequency GPS, heart rate zones, target pace and customized workouts, you have all the tools you need to improve your performance. Notifications of hypertension, sleep apnea or irregular heartbeat and fall and accident detection also make you extra safe. The battery lasts up to 42 hours with normal use and up to 72 hours in power-saving mode. With built-in satellite communication, and the ability to make calls and stream music without an iPhone, you'll always stay connected.
The Apple Watch SE 3 is a versatile smartwatch that combines smart health and fitness features with smooth connectivity in a stylish design. With the Vital Signs app, you get insight into your body temperature, sleep score and heart rate, and you receive notifications in case of sleep apnea or irregular heart rhythm. During your workouts, you can easily monitor your performance and see live statistics that motivate you to achieve your goals. The Always On display keeps important information visible at all times. Moreover, it lasts up to 18 hours, and you can continue for up to 8 hours after 15 minutes of fast charging.
The Apple Watch Series 10 stands out with its large screen and thin, light design that sits comfortably on your wrist, even while sleeping. The RetinaOLED screen offers up to 30% more screen space than its predecessor, is scratch and dust resistant and water resistant up to 50 metres deep. Thanks to features like sleep apnea notifications, ECG, heart rate monitoring, and the Vital Signs app, you can gain insights into your health and sleep. For athletes, the Workout app provides comprehensive training data and even sensors for diving, including depth and water temperature measurement. The battery easily lasts all day and supports fast charging. In addition, the watch offers fall and accident detection. With the Cellular edition, you can even make calls and stream without an iPhone. In this way, the Series 10 combines elegance with strength and safety.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is made for athletes and adventurers who don't want to compromise. The robust 49 mm titanium case and sapphire crystal display make it particularly sturdy, while the bright screen always remains easy to read. With Dual Frequency GPS, heart rate zones, training load and numerous workout options, you can accurately record every sports performance. The battery lasts up to 36 hours and even 72 hours in power-saving mode. Features like sleep apnea alerts, fall and crash detection, siren, and cellular connectivity help keep you safe and connected, even when you're away from your iPhone.
The Apple Watch SE 2024 is a stylish and budget-friendly choice for those who want to stay healthy, active, and connected. With a lightweight aluminium chassis and clear 40 or 44 mm RetinaOLED display and water resistance up to 50 metres deep, this entry-level model is stylish. This smartwatch monitors your health, sends notifications in case of irregular or abnormal heartbeat, and motivates you with workout apps and advanced training data. Thanks to watchOS 11 and the many personalisation options, you can adjust the watch to your liking. With features like fall and crash detection, emergency SOS, and the option to make calls and stream via Cellular without an iPhone nearby, the SE 2024 is a versatile and reliable smartwatch.
No matter which Apple Watch you choose, you'll get a powerful smartwatch that helps you stay healthy, active, and connected. The differences are mainly in design, battery life and the different advanced functions for sports and health. Go for the SE models if you're looking for a budget-friendly option, opt for the Series 10 or 11 if you want a versatile watch, or go for the Ultra if you need a rugged smartwatch.
