Best Apple Watches in 2025: Top 3 Models

Apple Watch has only one downside: once you get used to them, you can’t imagine how you lived without these watches before. They track your steps and assist with workouts, but they don’t stop there. Apple Watches become a part of your life: in business meetings, at the gym, during shoots, while traveling, and even while swimming in the ocean – they’re always with you. So, the question is not whether you need these watches. The question is – which one to choose.

How Apple Watch Becomes Part of Your Life

They work perfectly within the Apple ecosystem. If you get a notification on your iPhone, you’ll see it on your watch. You can answer calls or messages directly from your wrist. You can set a timer on the Apple Watch (even without using your hands – just with your voice) and switch tracks in your AirPods. With them, it’s easy to unlock your MacBook and pay for groceries via Apple Pay.

Apple Watch has a bright flashlight – use it to light up the keyhole in a dark hallway. If your iPhone has slipped somewhere, press a button on the watch to make your smartphone ring loudly. These and other features simplify many tasks and break the habit of not letting go of your phone. You won’t even notice how Apple Watch becomes an integral part of your life.

Now, let’s take a look at the best Apple Watches in 2025.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 — all-inclusive in the world of watches

“These watches are designed for those who aren’t afraid to live life to the fullest. Just imagine: shock-resistant titanium case with sapphire glass – you’ll have to really try hard to break it. A large display (49mm) with extreme brightness of up to 3000 nits. The most advanced set of smart sensors and support for modern communication standards. These aren’t just watches – they’re a powerful mini-computer on your wrist.

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 runs on the S9 SiP chip: all apps and features run even faster and smoother than the first generation. Plus, this chip is highly energy-efficient: the watch lasts up to 36 hours on a regular mode and up to 72 hours in power-saving mode without needing a charge.

The watch supports the Double Tap gesture – tapping with two fingers to perform an action. For example, to make a call or start a timer. It can call emergency services in case of danger and has a very loud siren. But the most interesting part is the huge set of sensors and technologies for health and fitness care. Among them are the updated barometer and altimeter for accurate altitude and atmospheric pressure measurements. A must-have for tourists, mountaineers, and lovers of skiing and snowboarding. The watch can withstand immersion up to 100 meters, even in saltwater – perfect for divers. The depth sensor works flawlessly up to a depth of 40 meters. Additionally, this model features advanced sensors to measure blood oxygen levels, stress levels, and take an ECG.

Overall, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 will be useful for any type of activity: running, cycling, walking. They automatically detect the type of activity, distinguishing freshwater swimming from seawater swimming, and a stationary bike from a real one. It’s equipped with several navigation systems, including a dual-frequency, high-precision GPS. And the distinctive design with an additional button will let everyone know you have the flagship model.

❗️Gone are the days when smartwatches were just sports gadgets and looked the part. Now, they’re an elegant device that helps accentuate your style. You can do this with the bands: they are easily interchangeable on any model of the Apple Watch. Choose bands made of metal, textile, leather, or silicone, and change them based on your mood.

Apple Watch S10 – the thinnest smartwatches in the brand’s history.

There’s no point in comparing the Apple Watch Ultra 2 with the Apple Watch Series 10 – they are completely different models with distinct audiences. The elegant Series 10 was released in 2024. They are available in several colors and two sizes: 42mm and 46mm. The case materials are glossy titanium and matte aluminum.

The Apple Watch Series 10 are incredibly thin: only 9.7mm. And the display on them is the largest yet. Apple achieved this by reducing the bezels, which increased the usable screen area. The display brightness is 2000 nits: more than enough for comfortable viewing in bright sunlight.

The watch runs on the S10 SiP chip and also supports Double Tap. The animation is smooth, and the sensors and features work flawlessly. There’s a loud speaker in case you want to play a song in the shower. The battery life is standard: up to 18 hours in regular mode and up to 36 hours in power-saving mode. It doesn’t have a siren, but it does feature accident detection and emergency service calling.

The Apple Watch S10 is equipped with a heart rate monitor, pulse oximeter, accelerometer, gyroscope, and GPS. They can detect sleep apnea – breathing irregularities during sleep. The watches are water-resistant, so you can swim in a pool or snorkel in the sea with them. By the way, swimming with them is really interesting: the device automatically detects the depth of your dive (up to 6 meters) and tells you the water temperature. But keep in mind that the maximum depth for diving is 50 meters, so for professional diving, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a better fit.

Apple Watch SE 2 – versatile and the most affordable in the lineup

Completing our ranking of the best Apple Watches in 2025 is the 2022 model, which remains relevant to this day. The SE 2 case is made of aluminum, available in 3 colors that suit both men and women: Midnight, Starlight, and Silver. Two sizes are available: 40mm and 44mm.

The maximum brightness of the Apple Watch SE 2 display is up to 1000 nits. The Always On Display function is not supported: to activate the screen, you’ll need to raise your wrist or touch the display. However, many owners of other Apple Watch models intentionally disable this feature to extend battery life. Speaking of battery life: the SE 2 lasts up to 18 hours in regular mode.

The “heart” of the watch is the S8 SiP chip, which was also used in the Apple Watch Series 9 and the first-generation Apple Watch Ultra. It ensures performance and quick response to commands and apps. Like other models, the Apple Watch SE 2 automatically recognizes workouts (over 80 types!), tracks your sports progress, and encourages you to achieve new results.

These watches are water-resistant up to 50 meters, so you can swim with them. However, they are not suitable for diving: remember that water damage is not covered by warranty. While they don’t have the ECG function, the Apple Watch SE 2 continuously tracks heart rate and can alert you if it’s irregular (a symptom of arrhythmia), or too high or low. The device also analyzes sleep phases, helping users adjust their habits.

What else can these watches do? If they detect a fall, they will send an emergency SOS message with geolocation to a trusted contact. This feature is especially important for older adults. And if they detect an accident and don’t receive a response from the user, they will automatically call for help.

Conclusion: Which Apple Watch model to choose in 2025?

If you travel, love extreme activities, work in harsh conditions, or engage in active sports or diving, buying the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is the best decision.

Apple Watch Series 10 is perfect for the vast majority of users. It has all the features that people typically buy smartwatches for. However, it is less professional and more affordable. If you’re not into diving, don’t ride your bike in tough terrain, and are fine with charging your watch every 1.5 days, the Series 10 is an excellent choice.

If you’re buying your first Apple Watch and aren’t sure what features you need yet, choose the Apple Watch SE 2. It has a full set of basic features, standard battery life, and a pleasant price.

iSpace – official Apple partner in Armenia

You can buy Apple Watches with official warranty, as well as watch straps, at iSpace. In our stores, all the current models are displayed openly, so you can try them on and compare which ones look best on your wrist. We also offer installment plans and nationwide delivery.

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