Apple Watch Compare 2022

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GPS

GPS

Not Applicable

GPS

GPS

GPS

GPS

GPS

GPS

GPS

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

GPS + Cellular

GPS + Cellular

GPS + Cellular

GPS + Cellular

GPS + Cellular

GPS + Cellular

GPS + Cellular

GPS + Cellular

GPS + Cellular

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Finish

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Titanium

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Aluminum

Aluminum

Aluminum

Not Applicable

Aluminum

Aluminum

Aluminum

Aluminum

Aluminum

Aluminum

Aluminum

Aluminum

Stainless steel

Stainless steel

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Stainless steel

Stainless steel

Stainless steel

Stainless steel

Not Applicable

Stainless steel

Not Applicable

Buy

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Quick look

45mm or 41mm case size

Edge-to-edge display

44mm or 40mm case size

Not Applicable

49mm case size

Flat sapphire front crystal with display edge protection

44mm or 40mm case size

Not Applicable

45mm or 41mm case size

Certified IP6X dust resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

44mm or 40mm case size

Not Applicable

44mm or 40mm case size

Not Applicable

44mm or 40mm case size

Not Applicable

42mm or 38mm case size

Not Applicable

42mm or 38mm case size

Not Applicable

42mm or 38mm case size

Not Applicable

Case Size- 2

Certified IP6X dust resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Certified IP6X dust resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

Tested to MIL-STD 810HRefer to legal disclaimers

Customizable Action button

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Display

Always-On Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Nearly 20% more screen area than Apple Watch SE

Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Always-On Retina display

Up to 2000 nits brightness

Nearly 27% more screen area than Apple Watch SE

Retina display

1000 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Always-On Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Always-On Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Always-On Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Retina display

Up to 450 nits brightness

Not Applicable

Water resistant

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

100m

Swimproof and recreational dive ready to 40m

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Not Applicable

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Not Applicable

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Not Applicable

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Not Applicable

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Not Applicable

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Not Applicable

Water resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

50m

Swimproof

Not Applicable

Splash resistantRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Water resistant- 2

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

EN13319 certification

Depth gauge with water temperature sensor

Oceanic+ app for use as a dive computer

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Blood oxygen

Blood Oxygen appRefer to legal disclaimers

ECG appRefer to legal disclaimers

High and low heart rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

High and low heart rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Blood Oxygen appRefer to legal disclaimers

ECG appRefer to legal disclaimers

High and low heart rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

High and low rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Blood Oxygen appRefer to legal disclaimers

ECG appRefer to legal disclaimers

High and low rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Blood Oxygen appRefer to legal disclaimers

ECG appRefer to legal disclaimers

High and low rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

ECG appRefer to legal disclaimers

High and low rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

ECG appRefer to legal disclaimers

High and low rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

High and low rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

High and low rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

High and low rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notificationRefer to legal disclaimers

Temperature sensing

Temperature sensingRefer to legal disclaimers

Cycle tracking with retrospective ovulation estimatesRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Cycle trackingRefer to legal disclaimers

Temperature sensingRefer to legal disclaimers

Cycle tracking with retrospective ovulation estimatesRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Emergency SOS

Emergency SOSRefer to legal disclaimers

International emergency callingRefer to legal disclaimers

Fall Detection

Crash Detection

High-g accelerometer

Gyroscope

Compass Backtrack

Not Applicable

Emergency SOSRefer to legal disclaimers

International emergency callingRefer to legal disclaimers

Fall Detection

Crash Detection

High-g accelerometer

Gyroscope

Compass Backtrack

Not Applicable

Emergency SOSRefer to legal disclaimers

International emergency callingRefer to legal disclaimers

Fall Detection

Crash Detection

High-g accelerometer

Gyroscope

Compass Backtrack

86-decibel Siren to attract attention

Audible up to 180 meters

Emergency SOSRefer to legal disclaimers

International emergency callingRefer to legal disclaimers

Fall detection

Not Applicable

Accelerometer

Gyroscope

Not Applicable

Emergency SOSRefer to legal disclaimers

International emergency callingRefer to legal disclaimers

Fall detection

Not Applicable

Accelerometer

Gyroscope

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Emergency SOSRefer to legal disclaimers

International emergency callingRefer to legal disclaimers

Fall detection

Not Applicable

Accelerometer

Gyroscope

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Emergency SOSRefer to legal disclaimers

International emergency callingRefer to legal disclaimers

Fall detection

Not Applicable

Accelerometer

Gyroscope

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Emergency SOSRefer to legal disclaimers

International emergency callingRefer to legal disclaimers

Fall detection

Not Applicable

Accelerometer

Gyroscope

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Emergency SOS Refer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Accelerometer

Gyroscope

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Accelerometer

Gyroscope

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Accelerometer

Gyroscope

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Compass

Redesigned Compass app with multiple views

Compass Waypoints and Backtrack

GPS

Always-on altimeter

Redesigned Compass app with multiple views

Compass Waypoints and Backtrack

GPS

Always-on altimeter

Redesigned Compass app with multiple views

Compass Waypoints and Backtrack

Precision dual-frequency GPS

Always-on altimeter

Compass

Not Applicable

GPS

Always-on altimeter

Compass

Not Applicable

GPS

Always-on altimeter

Compass

Not Applicable

GPS

Always-on altimeter

Compass

Not Applicable

GPS

Altimeter

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

GPS

Altimeter

Not Applicable

GPS

Altimeter

Not Applicable

GPS

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Available Cellular Connectivity

Available cellular connectivityRefer to legal disclaimers

Available cellular connectivityRefer to legal disclaimers

Cellular connectivityRefer to legal disclaimers

Available cellular connectivityRefer to legal disclaimers

Available cellular connectivityRefer to legal disclaimers

Available cellular connectivityRefer to legal disclaimers

Available cellular connectivityRefer to legal disclaimers

Available cellular connectivityRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

Battery

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Fast charge

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Up to 36 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Fast charge

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Fast charge

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

Up to 18 hoursRefer to legal disclaimers

Not Applicable

◊ Legal Disclaimers

Dust Resistance: Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch Ultra, and Apple Watch Series 7 are rated IP6X dust resistant.
MIL-STD 810H: Tested against subsections for Altitude, High Temperature, Low Temperature, Temperature Shock, Immersion, Freeze/Thaw, Shock, Vibration.
Water Resistance: Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) have a water resistance rating of 50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that it may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean. However, Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) should not be used for scuba diving, waterskiing, or other activities involving high-velocity water or submersion below shallow depth. Water resistance is not a permanent condition and can diminish over time. For additional information see support.apple.com/HT205000. Apple Watch Ultra has a water resistance rating of 100 meters under ISO standard 22810. It may be used for recreational scuba diving (with compatible third-party app from the App Store) to 40 meters and high-speed water sports. Apple Watch Ultra should not be used for diving below 40 meters. Water resistance is not a permanent condition and can diminish over time. For additional information see support.apple.com/HT205000.
Oceanic+ App: A subscription is required for Oceanic+. Available on the App Store. Always follow diving protocols and dive with a companion and have a secondary device.
Blood Oxygen App: Blood Oxygen app measurements are not intended for medical use, including self-diagnosis or consultation with a doctor, and are only designed for general fitness and wellness purposes.
ECG App: The ECG app is available on Apple Watch Series 4 and later (not including Apple Watch SE) with the latest version of iOS and watchOS. See apple.com/watch for compatibility details. ECG is not intended for use by people under 22 years old. With the ECG app, Apple Watch is capable of generating an ECG similar to a single-lead electrocardiogram.
IRN (Irregular Rhythm Notification): Irregular rhythm notification requires the latest version of watchOS and iOS. It is not intended for use by people under 22 years old or those who have been previously diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (Afib).
Temperature Sensing: The temperature sensing feature is not a medical device and not intended for use in medical diagnosis, treatment, or for any other medical purpose.
Cycle Tracking: The Cycle Tracking app should not be used as a form of birth control. Data from the Cycle Tracking app should not be used to diagnose a health condition.
Emergency SOS + Crash Detection: Apple Watch Series 4 and later can use a cellular connection for Emergency SOS. To use Emergency SOS on an Apple Watch without cellular, your iPhone needs to be nearby. If your iPhone isn’t nearby, your Apple Watch needs to be connected to a known Wi-Fi network and you must set up Wi-Fi Calling.
International Emergency Calling: The international emergency calling feature requires an Apple Watch Ultra (Cellular), Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS + Cellular), Apple Watch Series 7 (GPS + Cellular), or Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular) model. For a list of supported countries and regions, see apple.com/watchos/feature-availability.

International Roaming: International roaming coverage is determined by your carrier. Please check with your carrier for details. For a list of supported carriers, see apple.com/watch/cellular.

Cellular and Wireless: Wireless service plan required for cellular service. Contact your service provider for more details. Connection may vary based on network availability. International roaming is not supported. Check apple.com/watch/cellular for participating wireless carriers and eligibility. See support.apple.com/HT207578 for additional setup instructions.
Power and Battery: Battery life varies by use and configuration. See apple.com/batteries for more information.
Fast Charge: Fast charging is only compatible with Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch Ultra, and Apple Watch Series 7. Other models will have regular charge times.
App Store: Apps are available on the App Store.
Bands: Bands are subject to availability.
Compatibility: Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE (2nd generation), and Apple Watch Ultra require an iPhone 8 and the latest iOS.
Feature Availability: Features subject to change. Some features, applications, and services may not be available in all regions or all languages. See apple.com/watchos/feature‑availability for complete list.