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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 519 reviews

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97%would recommend to a friend

Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 12 reviews

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Customers commend the Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation for its affordability, user-friendly interface, and comprehensive features that rival higher-end models. They particularly appreciate its fitness tracking capabilities, stylish design, and comfort, making it a great choice for those seeking a balance of functionality and value. However, some users have expressed concerns about its battery life, which requires daily charging.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Fitness tracking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Design and Build Quality: The sleek, minimalist design of the Apple Watch is nothing short of impressive. The build quality is exceptional, with a smooth, durable aluminum casing and a vibrant, scratch-resistant display. Functionality and Features: The functionality of the Apple Watch is a game-changer. From fitness tracking to heart rate monitoring and even ECG capabilities, it seamlessly integrates into my daily life. The comprehensive suite of health and fitness features motivates me to stay active and mindful of my well-being. Customization and Personalization: One of the standout features for me is the ability to customize watch faces and bands. Whether I'm heading to a meeting or hitting the gym, I can easily switch to a face that suits the occasion, and the interchangeable bands add a level of personalization that I appreciate. Battery Life: The battery life on the Apple Watch is surprisingly good. With regular use, I can go a full day and then some without needing to recharge. The efficiency of the charging process is also impressive, providing a quick boost when needed. Integration with Apple Ecosystem: As an avid Apple user, the seamless integration with my iPhone and other Apple devices is a major plus. I receive notifications instantly, can answer calls, and control music playback with ease. Conclusion: In conclusion, the Apple Watch is a standout device in the world of wearables. Its blend of style, functionality, and integration with the Apple ecosystem makes it a must-have for anyone seeking a versatile and reliable smartwatch. While it comes with a premium price tag, the overall experience and quality make it a worthwhile investment. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 - Highly recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Christmas gift!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had got this for my sister to surprise her on Christmas and she absolutely lovesssss it! It is such a good price and works perfect! My sister already bought cute cases and she made it her style and she loves it! Such a good price for an Apple Watch.!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    An Apple a day … each day, every day! I’m happy!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am a senior citizen, and not very technical so the salesman had to explain my watch to me. He did a marvelous job and moved everything from my phone and iPad. I left there and have remained a very happy woman. However, the one thing I didn’t like was that he would not open the box to show me what the watch looked like until I purchased it because of some Best Buy thing about selling open boxes cheaper…. Luckily I had intended to go to the Apple Store so I already had an idea - but it was not the exact watch since it’s just a little wider than the one I thought I was getting. But I’m very happy.. i bought additional wristbands …

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Apple Watch !

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s really great I love it easy to use to keep me on track of time if I don’t feel like looking at my phone my watch will tell me the text I just received I can talk through my watch take pictures with it like we all had that moment when we want to take a picture and don’t have nobody to do it now I sit up my phone and use my watch to take my pictures I love it ! I recommend it you would love this product. Oh that battery life last me 3 days before it dies I love it !

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Features, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice watch for getting started

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good watch for the price supports almost all the features that the highest version has

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple Watch SE amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this for my wife’s birthday and she loves it it fit her perfectly and works great. This was a great gift to give then are also a really good price

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good bye Fitbit, Hello Apple Watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I didn’t plan on buying an Apple Watch. My sister decided to buy one because they were on sale for $199. It was the last day of the sale and my Fitbit was needed to be replaced so I decided to buy one too! I love it even more than Fitbit. Of course I bought bling and other bands.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fitness tracking

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife bought this for me on my birthday and I've been really happy with it so far. I use it primarily for fitness tracking and find it helps keep me motivated. I also enjoy the integration with my other Apple devices.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple watch

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am very pleased with the SE and the functionality. The battery Life is great! I love the starlight color.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Watch!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this watch! I love the new heart rate zone feature which was not on my previous watch. I would. If you like the Apple Watch but don’t want to pay $400 for one, I recommend going with this watch!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Smart watch apple

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am a fitbit user for over 6 years and I have always said I would not change. So I got a chance to use the apple watch and well As of now I love the features and ease of use. The many ways to use the apps, the watch faces that are free are great ! I am still getting used to this watch, but it only gets better. I guess my only issue is battery life. So four stars.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great watch !!!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Watch has helped me with my time management and efficiency. Everything I need on my wrist. The functions are up to par. Daily tasks seem so much easier to handle because I have all the reminders and things I need right with me. I don’t need to go out of my to be on my phone and this watch has honestly been life changing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Love it!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Box came a little beat up but watch was fine. Took some getting use to than a Fitbit but I enjoy learning more ways to use it! You will have to charge every day so that’s one thing Fitbit got right (I could go 3-4 days without needing to charge on my Versa 2). Overall, I still love using it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great features and seamless integration but bad ba

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Watch works flawlessly and seamlessly connects with iPhone. The battery doesn’t last nearly as long as my Fitbit sense that I had before, but it still lasts long enough

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Features

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Replaced an older Apple Watch. Love it would recommend. So many good features.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for music and biking

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you like listening to music like i do it may get annoying to pull out your phone every minute to check or like the song. This watch has all of the features of a more expensive apple watch including waterproof and much more. This watch has hassle free connectivity and is perfect for people who dont want to have there phone in there hand all day. Overall its a very well made watch and highly recommend it for bikers and cyclists.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple Watch SE

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Apple Watch SE is an excellent choice if you are looking for a balance between price and performance.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Absolutely love it

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its a pretty good watch with awesome performance but the battery is th only downside

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Apple Watch SE Review

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product . Very reliable and easy to use, I’ve had it for only a month and all apps and software are easy and useful to use .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Gift

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple Watch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was a gift for my daughter and she says it’s awesome.. thank you

    I would recommend this to a friend

What experts are saying

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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 12 reviews

The analysis of all aggregated expert reviews shows that the reviewers are positive about usability, design, portability and price. Editors have mixed opinions about battery. Using an algorithm based on product age, reviewers ratings history, popularity, product category expertise and other factors, this product gets an alaTest Expert Rating of 89/100 = Very good quality.
  • TechRadarSeptember 8, 2022

    Hands on: Apple Watch SE 2 reviewThe entry-level Watch could well be the best

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  • The VergeRating, 3.5 out of 5Victoria Song on September 26, 2022

    The Apple Watch SE is a first-time buyer's smartwatchWhen I reviewed the original Apple Watch SE in 2020, I was certain it was the best option for most people. In fact, my SE review was titled, “ Just get the Apple Watch SE .” Back then, the always-on display was relatively new, the bigger screen

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  • Tom's GuideOctober 20, 2022

    Apple Watch SE (2022) reviewThe new Apple Watch SE (2022) pairs an up-to-date processor with many of Apple's latest smartwatch features, including watchOS 9 and low power mode. Plus it checks out at a lower starting price.

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  • Tech AdvisorRating, 4 out of 5Henry Burrell on October 26, 2022

    Apple Watch SE (2022) reviewThe updated Apple Watch SE is more than enough for most people at a very un-Apple price point

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  • Phone ArenaRado Minkov on June 5, 2023

    Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) review: The affordable Apple Watch; why pay more?For its starting price of $249, the Apple Watch SE 2 offers pretty much everything most people would want from a smartwatch

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  • T3Rating, 4 out of 5June 30, 2023

    Apple Watch SE 2 review: more than just an affordable smartwatchSecond-gen Apple Watch SE continues to be an excellent value-for-money option for fans of the Cupertino-based tech giant

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  • CreativeBloqRating, 4.5 out of 5Matthew Bolton on September 27, 2022

    Apple Watch SE (2022) review: All Apple for part of the priceThe new cheap Apple Watch SE feels like a full-price experience

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  • Pocket-lintRating, 4.5 out of 5Britta O'Boyle on September 25, 2022

    Apple Watch SE (2022) review: Best of the bunch?Apple has three smartwatches in its 2022 line up, including a second generation Watch SE. Is it the one to buy? Here's our review.

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