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Best Apple Watch 8 deals: Save on last year’s model

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The Apple Watch Series 8 is a couple of generations old at this point in time, but it’s still a capable smartwatch and its age makes it available for some great smartwatch deals. If you’d like to shop some of the latest and greatest Apple deals you should check out Apple Watch deals and Apple Watch Series 9 deals, but if you’re simply in the market for a great smartwatch that offers some savings, read onward for a look at all of the best Apple Watch 8 deals available. You’ll find both new and refurbished models, and if you see something you like you could pair it with some more savings from the current AirPods deals, iPhone deals, iPad deals, and MacBook deals.

Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS, 41mm) (refurbished) — from $224

Apple Watch Series 8 showing sleep tracking results.
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This is the smallest of the Apple Watch Series 8 models, though its size doesn’t keep Apple from holding anything back. This is the perfect Apple Watch for kids or anyone who simply doesn’t want the wrist overwhelmed with screen real estate. It’s also a great option for fitness enthusiasts, as its smaller size, lighter weight, and less obtrusive form factor is a great way to get Apple’s software ecosystem onto your wrist without being bogged down by hardware.

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Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS + Cellular, 41mm) (refurbished) — from $184

Close-up of a person taking a call on their Apple Watch Series 8.
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The 41mm model of the Apple Watch Series 8 is its smaller model, and it makes a great option if you’re looking for a watch that’s a little more subtle on the wrist. This model has built-in GPS and cellular connectivity, so whether you plan to wear it on the town or on the trail you’ll always have access to text messaging, phone calls, and streaming music. The Apple Watch Series 8 offers great durability with crack resistance, IP6X-certified dust resistance, and WR50 water resistance, making it a great smartwatch option if you’ve been shopping the best fitness trackers and aren’t seeing anything you like there. The Apple Watch Series 8 also has a range of innovative safety features, including crash and fall detection and emergency SOS.

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Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS, 45mm) (refurbished)— from $187

A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 8.
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This is a good watch to consider if you don’t need the benefits of a cellular connection out of your smartwatch. This Apple Watch Series 8 with GPS checks in at 45mm, so it’s the larger of the two sizes available. It has all of the great software features you’ll find across the Apple Watch Series 8 lineup, including fitness tracking capabilities and advanced safety features. It also offers all-day battery life and the ability to call, text, and email with just a few taps.

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Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS + Cellular, 45mm) (refurbished) — from $190

Apple Watch Series 8 ECG measurement.
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This is the Apple Watch Series 8 45mm size, which is the largest you’ll find in an Apple Watch 8. It also has built-in GPS and the ability to connect to your cellular plan for connectivity anywhere you get a signal. This is a refurbished model of the Apple Watch 8. Shopping refurbished is a great way to land some savings, and you can do so knowing this watch is backed by Amazon’s renewal standards. It will still have all of the great features people love about the Apple Watch Series 8, including advanced health features and access to Apple’s software ecosystem.

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