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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 175 reviews

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97%would recommend to a friend

Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 12 reviews

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation for its affordability, ease of use, and sleek design. Many find it to be a great value for the price, with features that meet their needs without breaking the bank. The watch is also praised for its user-friendly interface and comfortable design, making it a popular choice for those looking for a stylish and functional smartwatch.

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  • 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.

    I recently got the Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation (GPS), and I couldn't be happier with my choice. Here’s a quick rundown of my experience: The design is sleek and modern, with the midnight aluminum case and sport band looking stylish yet practical. It fits comfortably on my wrist, making it perfect for all-day wear, whether I'm working out or just going about my daily routine. One of the standout features for me is its health tracking capabilities. The watch effectively monitors my sleep patterns and heart rate, providing valuable insights that help me stay on top of my fitness goals. I love how it tracks my workouts in real-time, ensuring I get the most out of my exercise sessions. Battery life has been decent; it lasts throughout the day, which is essential for someone like me who relies on it for health tracking and notifications. The user interface is intuitive and easy to navigate, making it simple to access all the features I need. Overall, I highly recommend the Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation for anyone looking for a reliable, feature-rich smartwatch that excels in health tracking and offers great value for the price. It’s a fantastic addition to my tech collection!

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

    IPhone watch

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

    absolutely love the watch for my son. He lives it and said it was a great choice on my part. It wasn't easy financially to get it due to the reason I'm on a real strick budget. I had to do it being my son take good care of me do to my illness. It was the only thing he asked for. I'm thankful I was able to do it through a payment plan the Best Buy offers. Tha kful for that. The watch has just enough of the right features that he wanted. Best watch ever and the watch has just emough features for him. If your looking to buy that's reasonable in price grab this one

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

    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.

    Excellent product for a Christmas gift!! In perfect conditions and great for my workouts

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Watch

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

    Great offer Worth trying Can use for outdoor and indoor

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Customer service, Missing product

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Awful customer service

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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.

    Very disappointed in the customer service from Best Buy. I ordered a watch on sale for a Christmas gift for my fiance. The box showed up to my home 2 days later. When I went to open the package I noticed the original tape had been tampered with, and it had been taped over with some clear tape. The box was abnormally light, and when I opened it my watch was not in the package, nor was the packing slip. I called customer support and sat on hold for a long while, and when I finally reached a representative he assured me I would have a refund issued and they would open an investigation on the matter. Immediately after that phone call I placed a pickup order for another watch at the closest Best Buy location to avoid this issue again. It was picked up the next day once it was ready. Today, I received an email from Best Buy asking for pictures of my damaged box with no product. I sent over the pictures as well as a narrative of how the original box tape had been tampered with. Not long after I had received another email stating they would not be issuing me a refund nor sending another product. So very disappointed in the customer service from Best Buy. I will be returning the second watch I bought and taking my money elsewhere. Best Buy will not receive any of my business ever again.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Switch to Apple!!!

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

    Excellent choice! I don't know what took me so long to switch from android! But better late than never! Im loving it!!! The fit and functionality are perfect.

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

    Very pleased

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

    Love this watch! It’s so convenient and it was really easy to set up with my phone. It’s very comfortable. I love the midnight band. I love the fact that you can talk and text on the watch.

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

    Great watch allows you to be hands free

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

    This is amazing it helps me not have to have my phone out and I can respond back via voice message. You can now put a picture from your phone as the Face on your watch.

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

    Apple Watch

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

    This watch is a very good gift for someone. I bought it for my self, it fits nice and is very light. I like all its features it has including a Wakie talkie app where you could talk to your friends.

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

    Great for teens

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

    I got this watch for my daughter and she absolutely loves it!! It’s a perfect watch for a teen. It almost does everything as the regular watch but much cheaper!

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

    LoveIt.

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

    Very simple and functional. For me there are no difference between this watch and last model. Trust me, if you need functional smartwatches this is a solution.

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

    Apple Watch SE 2nd gen

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

    Apple Watch SE 2nd gen is one of the best purchases I’ve made so far the battery is good and has a long life

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

    The Best of the Best!!!

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

    The first one was a gift… now this one is for me!!! I fell in love with my watch!!! It couldn't be better!!! and this store… the best

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

    Apple Watch SE

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

    Love this watch. Got it for my husband to help track fitness, heart rate and sleep. He’s loving it!!

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

    Happy I upgraded

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

    This is a great watch. I upgraded from an older model and I’m very pleased with the large screen size.

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

    Amazing purchase

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

    I gave to my husband as a gift ! He really loved!!! Very functional love love love itttt

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

    Perfect Blend of Style

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

    fantastic value for those seeking an affordable smartwatch that doesn’t compromise on quality

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

    Great buy

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

    Watch was just as described online, like new condition

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

    Great quality

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

    Amazing honestly for the price the quality is durable and fast charging

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

    Apple Watch 2nd generation se

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

    I love my watch! And the band fits perfectly and it’s easy to program!

    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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