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Best Apple Watch Deals: Put the smartwatch on your wrist from just $129

The Apple Watch is one of the best smartwatches out there. In general, Samsung, Google, Fitbit and Garmin have products that can compete, but there’s something about the Apple touch that can’t be mimicked. If you have an iPhone, AirPods, or a MacBook, your best option for easy pairing is an Apple Watch. Of course, Apple products come with a premium price. That’s why we’ve picked out the best Apple Watch deals available. There are currently discounts on all the newest models like the Series 8, SE 2 and Ultra, as well as some older models like the Series 7. Check them out below.

Apple Watch Nike SE (1st Gen, 40mm, GPS) — $129, was $279

The Apple Watch Nike SE against a white background.
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This is the Nike edition of the Apple Watch SE (1st Gen), which remains a popular choice for anyone dipping their toe into the Apple Watch world without spending a fortune. Still a great choice for most people, the watch allows you to track all your daily activities from walks to runs, HIIT workouts, to tai chi or yoga. You can also monitor your calorie burn and steps taken with a built-in compass and real-time elevation readings that are ideal for hikers. As well as that, there are high and low heart rate notifications, a heads up if your heart rate suddenly becomes irregular, and extensive notifications to save you from grabbing your phone. The Nike Edition includes the built-in Nike Run Club app.

Apple Watch Series 4 (44mm, GPS) (Refurbished) — $149

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The Apple Watch Series 4 is the one from 2018. This version is a refurbished version that is rated by the supplier as being in “fair” condition. To back that up, it comes with a 1-year warranty. Our Apple Watch Series 4 review complimented the smartwatch for its user-friendly operation and consistent reminders to get up and get fit. At the time, it absolutely blew the best Fitbit watches out of the water with its performance. It contains 16GB of storage.

Apple Watch Series 6 (44 mm, GPS) (Refurbished) — $171, was $529

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Coming out in September of 2022, the Apple Watch Series 6 might’ve missed your radar considering the pandemic that was — at the time — shaking up people’s fitness routines. (Though it did include a pulse oximeter and ECG capabilities.) We still got our hands on it, though, and our Apple Watch Series 6 review confirms what you might’ve thought about this smartwatch: It was quite fantastic. The review highlights our love of the always-on display, which makes the watch more useful, and visually compelling. It’s also one of the first differences you’ll notice when you compare the Apple Watch Series 6 vs the SE. This copy of the Apple Watch Series 6 is refurbished at the “fair” level and is backed up by a 1-year warranty.

Apple Watch Series 5 (40mm, GPS) (Renewed) — $179, was $190

The Pink Sand coloration of the Apple Watch Series 5.
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The Apple Watch Series 5 has features that include an accelerometer, heart rate monitor, swimproof design, and an always-on retina display. The sale copy that is part of this deal is a renewed “Pink Sand” band, gold aluminum case edition. It is part of Amazon Renewed products, which means it was refurbished and tested to be functional according to Amazon standards. This product is rated as being in “excellent” condition and comes with a 90-day guarantee from Amazon. The Apple Watch Series 5 has been praised for the comprehensive look it provides of your health.

Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen, 44mm, GPS) (Renewed) — $219

The app grid view on the Apple Watch SE 2.
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The Apple Watch SE 2 is simple yet brilliant. It’s 20% faster than the previous Apple Watch SE and is highly capable of tracking all your daily activities as well as any fitness trends. An enhanced workout app proves useful and you get heart rate notifications as needed too. The standout features include fall detection and crash detection which could potentially be a lifesaver for you. It also has sleep stage tracking so you can see how much time you spend in REM, core, and deep sleep, plus its battery lasts two days. This copy of the Apple Watch SE 2 is renewed by Amazon and is rated to be in “excellent” condition. It has a 90-day warranty.

Apple Watch Series 8 (41mm, GPS) — $299, was $399

An Apple Watch Series 8 with the screen turned on.
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The Apple Watch Series 8 is the perfect smartwatch for those that want the latest tech. It’s powerful working out faster than the previous model and providing you with advanced sensors. It can now monitor your temperature providing you with ovulation insight retroactively. There’s also a blood oxygen sensor along with the ability to take an ECG any time you need to. On top of that, it has crash and fall detection as well as an emergency SOS facility in case of a problem. A large, always-on Retina display is bright and vibrant so you can always clearly see what you’re doing. It’s also crack-resistant, IP6X-certified dust resistant, and swimproof too. As before, you get plenty of notification support as well.

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