UPDATE: May. 3, 2023, 5:00 a.m. EDT We've updated this post to reflect the most recent pricing and availability on Apple Watches.
It's been over seven years since the first generation Apple Watch began to grace people's wrists. In that time, the Apple wearable has evolved in size, power, and — because it's Apple — price. If you're into the idea of having a fitness tracker, an extension of your phone, and all the world's conveniences (or, at least a few more than you're used to) wrapped around your wrist, but aren't into shelling out the max amount of cash, you've come to the right place. Every week, we'll keep a watch out (too much?) and update this post with the best Apple Watch deals from across the internet.
Apple Watch Series 8 deals
Why we like it
The Series 8 is still $70 off in every basic colorway. While it's not an essential upgrade, for those who like their health trackers up-to-date or are on the last legs of an older watch (or investing in one for the first time,) the Series 8 is a great pick.
More Apple Watch Series 8 deals
Apple Watch Series 8 (41mm, GPS)(opens in a new tab) — $329
$399at Amazon (save $70)Apple Watch Series 8 (45mm, GPS)(opens in a new tab) — $359
$429at Amazon (save $70)Apple Watch Series 8 (45mm, GPS)(opens in a new tab) — $359
$429at Walmart (save $70)Apple Watch Series 8 (41mm, GPS + cellular)(opens in a new tab) — $429
$499at Amazon (save $70)Apple Watch Series 8 (45mm, GPS + cellular)(opens in a new tab) — $459
$529at Amazon (save $70)
Apple Watch Series 7 deals
Why we like it
For a watch that closely resembles the Series 8, plus a 45mm watch face and cellular capabilities, $300 is a pretty good deal. You'll get your pick of most colorways, the same 18 hours of battery life as the Series 8, and the same CPU (aka you won't notice a processing speed difference). The only reason we wouldn't jump on this deal is if you're not looking for a blood oxygen sensor or ECG monitoring, in which case you can get the experience you're looking for in the second-gen SE(opens in a new tab) for about $80 less.
More Apple Watch Series 7 deals
Apple Watch Series 7 (41mm, GPS + cellular) with graphite stainless steel case(opens in a new tab) — $399
$650at Walmart (save $251)
Apple Watch SE deals
Why we like it
Unless you're into the blood oxygen and ECG sensors, we're betting you won't really notice the difference between the second-gen SE and the Series 8. The watch comes equipped with the same S8 chip, the same 18-hour battery life, and the same basic tracking features (steps, irregular heart rate notifications, etc) that got most people on the smartwatch train in the first place. Best of all, this watch is just 99 cents away from the all-time low price at just $219.99 in the midnight and silver colorways.
More Apple Watch SE deals
Second generation
Apple Watch SE (44mm, GPS)(opens in a new tab) — $249.99
$279at Amazon (save $29.01)
First generation
Apple Watch SE (40mm, GPS)(opens in a new tab) — $149
$249at Walmart (save $100)
Apple Watch Ultra deals
Why we like it
We wouldn't recommend this watch for everyone, but if you're looking for a watch for the hardcore outdoor adventurer in your life, the Ultra is it. Its hefty price tag reflects an array of top-of-the-line features, including the largest watch face Apple's ever made, built-in cellular, 36 hours of battery life, a titanium case, 100m water resistance, and a host of advanced fitness metrics.
