Apple Watch SE 3

Apple’s entry-level smartwatch has improved so much it basically delivers an experience that’s comparable to pricier Apple Watches.

The Apple Watch SE 3 delivers two-day battery life, a top-of-the-line processor, an always-on display, and upgraded sensors and software for the same price as its predecessor. It's a strong, budget-friendly alternative to the Series 11.

The Apple Watch SE 3 is Apple’s most complete budget-friendly smartwatch to date, finally adding an Always-On display, 5G connectivity, on-device Siri, and expanded health features. At $249, it delivers nearly all the essentials of the Series 11 for significantly less, though its dated design and lack of ECG may remain drawbacks for some buyers.

The $249 Apple Watch SE 3 is a wide-ranging update that includes a speedier processor, an always-on display, fast charging, 5G, and a wrist temperature sensor.

After nearly a week with the Apple Watch SE 3, I’ve found it to be the best Apple Watch for most people if you can live without the latest design and advanced health features. It matches the Series 11 and Ultra 3 in speed and smoothness, offers solid battery life, and feels like a compact yet uncompromised Apple Watch.