Apple Watch Series 7 vs. Apple Watch SE

You've decided you want an Apple Watch, but how do you choose between the Apple Watch Series 7 and the more affordable Apple Watch SE? Lexy compares these two smartwatches' fitness features, health sensors, battery life, screens, text size and design.
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00:00 - Apple Watch Series 7 vs Apple Watch SE
00:55 - Apple Watch design and display
04:29 - Health & fitness features
06:56 - Apple Watch Battery life
08:23 - Connectivity & extra features
10:22 - Lexy’s pick
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[@LexySavvides]

Thanks for watching! As always, let me know if you have other questions about either the 7 or SE ⌚️👀

[@ahmadeido8245]

7 for me 😁

[@ahmadeido8245]

I like the newest tech to last longer

[@MikeyBats]

Your the best with the Apple and other Smartwatches reviews for C-Net..

[@shawnmartin1306]

Do the cases get any different upgrades? Or is that just the metal used? Seems like a big jump for Stainless steel

[@LexySavvides]

@@shawnmartin1306 just the metal used (stainless or titanium option on the 7) plus the durability of the screen and dust resistance.

[@robintaylor5837]

I wish I had found this video before wasting time watching hours of inferior content. Every single question was answered in such an engaging and easy to understand way! Thank you so much. I'm off to buy an Apple Watch SE tomorrow

[@DavidWilliams-bu8xt]

My chime account went wack when trying to purchase mine today😂 so I left without one 🥴

[@angelocedric9303]

Same tbh

[@monahyppolite2513]

I agree !! @Robin Taylor

[@yammmit]

series 7 seems much better. it looks better, and i love the brighter, always-on screen

[@LPRECIADO94]

This was extremely helpful! I will be purchasing my first watch this weekend & was leaning on SE series, I have no doubts now.

[@BoywithLoveeee]

I just received my first Apple Watch and it’s SE but I’m thinking to go 7 because of its scratch hand dust resistance. What you guys think?

[@DS-cf1zc]

Thank you - my S2 that I bought in 2017, is still going strong and proves that fives years plus is doable if you buy them new. But I do wonder about replacing it at some point - if I do, then I will go with the larger screened SE, which seems good value for money.

[@Babus0928]

I am using SE after trading my A-W 4 .SE is giving good battery back up far better than AW4 . I really like it✌️

[@hanaatarek3230]

Just got the SE the other day, its great so far thanks for the detailed review

[@MuhamadAldiawan]

It's good thing to know that SE has the high & low heart rate monitor, I think I will get the SE, Thanks for the review Lexy 👍

[@peterpanda1970]

Thanks for this great video. It helped me choose the SE over the 7

[@TheSevenDoze]

Series 7 have somewhat, that you can’t forgotten to tell. Apart of hand written messages, voice control also have gestures controls and- when you not wear it is hibernating it self so not consuming power.

[@patriciacampbell9288]

where can you find instructions for different applications like how to use water fitness application etc?

[@AashishOla]

In SE, Do we get sms/whatsapp notifications (sound/vibration) even when screen is off ?

[@rogerminn]

Excellent review/comparison.

[@BetweenThePagesWithLouLou]

This had to be the most helpful video that I've seen and helped me in my purchase decision. Thanks!

[@mohammeddawood8853]

Thanks really appreciate for this video you solved my big problem how to pick right apple watch 😊😊😊😊

[@journeijenkins]

If you're getting cellular on watch and have ultrawide band (that's what they call it with Verizon not sure about other carriers) then the 7 might be whats best. if you aren't getting cellular overall I would recommend the SE.

[@christiannieves7816]

I got a series 5 right when it came out because my dream was to have one. Keeping in mind I was very big on the medical aspects the watch had only to be severely disappointed my age prevented me from using them so literally had the watch only for call, music, messages and locating my phone. I also got my brother and mother the series 3 watch a couple after I got mine because they didn’t care about any of the features the 5 had they wanted to do what I did so the series 3 was enough for them. Fast forward to now almost 3 years, my mom cracked my brother’s watch and she gave him hers. I had mine but still the age is an issue so I told my mom I would get her a series 7 use my watch as a trade in and I go for an SE. Best choice, even though I’m a tech nut who loves the newest version, I’m still happy with it. My mom only wanted to upgrade due to the fact of the ECG and stuff cause recently her doctor wanted her to monitor it. My mom has other medical machines to check but she wanted an alway on thing to see if she where she is averaging. I can see my mom is so happy with it and I’m happy with mine it. If the health benefits are not what you are looking for totally SE is it but if you more on the health concern the 7 is great. I also got to say even though the SE is a bit smaller screen wise it is way bigger than my 5 and I got the same size, at least that’s how I see them and even compared them.

[@MatthewTheCCMA]

I’ve been using a SE for over 3 years and it’s been amazing, sleep tracking is a great feature. It’s always been fast and never really had any problems! I work in healthcare so if I ever want to get a ECG or take my blood oxygen at work I can. I find tracking my heart rate Is good enough for me! I have been throwing around the idea of getting the battery replaced as it’s not the best but could be worse! I’m at 87% battery states of health atm. Overall love my little watch!

[@ScottTX79]

In regards to the always on display on the 7, if your wrist is tattoo’d this won’t work so you’ll miss a lot of notifications, the ecg and blood oxygen can’t be used, and if you’re doing a workout it pauses the workout whenever it detects the watch isn’t on your wrist. You can turn off wrist detection and it will keep the display on but you can’t use the sleep tracking without wrist detection. I was pretty shocked when apple told me my tattoos are the reason my display won’t stay on but then I checked google and it’s legit.

[@rickiefarah88]

This was really helpful! Thank you for the honest and savvy review!

[@marcellforgacsdavid9551]

I was thinking between Series 7 41mm and SE 44mm but this video made it so much easier. Choosing the SE!⌚️

[@lindablahyj9029]

Thanks so much for a very informative review of both watches. I was having a really difficult time choosing between the two and most of what I like about the 7 is more appearance related & since the only thing I can’t get on the SE that’s important to me (slightly more screen real estate) I think I’ll go with the SE and spend some of the $ saved on extra, cute bands! Thanks!

[@mommanein5517]

Just found this video. Thank god! My very first Apple Watch, the first one that came out just broke. May it rest in piece lol I will be purchasing the SE today.

[@SheenaDorton]

Upgraded my SE to the Series 7 in midnight. So worth it, the curve of the watch is much more sleek, it lays more flush on your wrist is is much more comfortable to wear. Not to mention the extras that aren’t available for the SE.

[@filipkalicinski2915]

Hahahahah

[@truthwins4358]

Thanks for the video. Helped a lot. I have SE now after watching your video.

[@gagsy100]

Excellent review 👍 I’m buying the SE .

[@brutalkev]

Superb clarity, thank you😇

[@Themoneymaker0129]

Excellent review on both watches. Thank you!

[@Ari-oq8di]

Hi, so I have a question, So do you need a phone near by to call, text and use apps and if u call someone does it go on to your phone?

[@KaperfieldOfficial]

Perfect video! Thanks and now I think I will get the SE!

[@ldenize4789]

This video was so very helpful.. thanks so much!!

[@neerajatokekar1079]

Thank you for the detailed information. I like SE more but features I am confused about- 1. 7 is crack proof n dust resistant ( I am clumsy probably need this) 2. Less charging time in 7. 3. 7 will probably get more updates. Still thinking whether these features are worth the extra price? 🤔

[@kymberleerogie4298]

Very helpful! I’m looking to FINALLY upgrade my Apple Watch 2 to the SE or the 7! (My battery doesn’t make it half a day now ☹️) thank you for comparing them! Very helpful!

[@blackangel183]

I got my SE in the difference of HK$1000. And I’m in love with my sweet SE. Cheaper than S7 but very worthy

[@i_am_processing_]

Great review! I love how you inject your humour into these vids. I feel better about getting the SE now.

[@LaurentGouzouAKALynx]

Very interesting side by side comparison and it confirms that my daughter just made the right choice by gifting me the SE for Christmas. It’s my first Apple Watch ⌚️ after using Fitbit charge for years and it’s a world of difference. I have question, how do you put your Memoji has a watch face, I have look for it but didn’t find how to put mine?

[@TheOnlyDTM]

the swype keyboard and the faster charge time/on time sold me. i got the 7.

[@vinothgpx98]

That was so helpful to decide between SE or 7, thank you 😊

[@HoraceGold333]

Loved this video- thank you for the transparency

[@toddcastaldi6536]

Thank you! Great comparison review

[@bunyie]

I was going to go with the SE but turns out the 7 went on sale for 18% off at Target so I ended up buying that instead. I won't be upgrading for awhile so I'm glad that's it's future proof for now.

[@reenathomas9667]

This video makes so much sense. Thank you so much. I will definitely go for SE 😊

[@skkanwar]

What an awesome review and comparison. It helped me to choose series 7. Thanks

[@imjerebear5585]

I got the series 3 when the series 4 came out I’m really surprised where on the series 7 and there still optioning it out I recently upgrade to the se however and I really don’t see a big difference. Really glad I didn’t get the series 7

[@zeeshan5838]

Thank you so much for this review it’s going to help me a lot before I make an purchase.

[@chadillac42069]

Thanks for the info… all spot on!

[@helendrake3385]

My Apple Watch 3 just died after 4 years. This video was very helpful in helping me choose the next watch. As I’m older I want the special features the 7 has. Thanks

[@FLSharkdiver]

Many thanks for the honest review, I went with the new Apple SE with the OtterBox EXO EDGE Case for the 44mm SE watch for protection💪💪💪.. What kind of protection case do you have ?

[@paulc2548]

I just bought my wife the "SE" version for Christmas :) yesterday.

[@richardmccombs617]

Good job you made their gibberish easy to understand

[@kathhoward7478]

Thanks for video. I was confusing between Series 7 or SE. SE a bit more cheaper but if compared all the functions Series 7 much more better. I think I might get the Series 7.

[@troyrichey11]

Loved this review! Was a breathe of fresh air compared to other reviews! Great job Lexy!

[@anjanagowtham]

I got my apple watch a couple of months ago and so far, have been loving it. Especially coming from apple watch 1.

[@at6999]

What future plan?the battery replacement cost is exactly the same as a new watch…… when I want to replace 2 months ago.

[@Justayegamer]

Awesome review thank you, and oh I love your accent ❤️

[@455_sharadchoudhari8]

A realistic review or comparison .. well done 👍🏻

[@MrDanielita22]

Thank you so much for your video! I loved it! I need your advice, I want to buy my first apple watch, I think the SE is enough for me but I want to use it for years and not to make the investment again soon. Would you recommend me the the apple watch SE? Do you think it will last for many years? :) thank you again

[@kevingibson6972]

Just got the SE for my 13 pro. The battery life is amazing. A full charge lasts me all day and I can rest easy leaving my phone at home now knowing I have it right on my wrist!

[@bryanpagusara0906]

great review, thanks for this, very helpful

[@mariahbarone5882]

Great content!! Thanks for helping make my decision towards the SE

[@bobvisse30]

Good review - exactly what I was trying to figure out! Thanks!

[@powellj27]

Very helpful, I’ve placed an order for the Apple Watch SE 2nd edition. I was having second thoughts on this but Apple have put the s8 chip on the SE 2nd edition.

[@monahyppolite2513]

Thank you for taking the time to share this review! I chose the Apple se 41mi , and have no regrets at all! This review encouraged me the more on my decision! Even though I watched your review after already buying it! Lol😂

[@MsBuzzman3]

Great review! I watched it AFTER ordering my watch SE style ;) So glad I feel I made the right choice. With t-mobile - adding a watch line - the promo they give you is 50% off in the form of bill credits over 2 years- so I will pay $6.87 a month for 2 years. Brings this down to $165 total. I am going from a wifi/gps version to a data version. Exciting for me! Also, if they ever come out with the blood glucose sensor in watch 8 or 9, I won't feel too bad about spending $ on this one. :)

[@PeterParkerNY]

What does the ECG app offer that the Irregular heart rhythm notification doesn't?

[@helenalovelock1030]

What are the work out starts like in the app compared to fitbit app ?

[@anneharkin168]

Thanks, very helpful😀

[@dds9563]

Hi Miss Lexy !!! Nice too see you again !!! As usual ... I enjoy watchin' you.

[@desertflowerz89]

Have the 45mm 7 and if I understood the sleep function it’d be great!

[@organizationalcoaches7072]

This was highly informative, thank you. I'm going with the SE

[@mairamukhtar1020]

thank you so much this was very helpful

[@DiarioAutomotivo]

Wow! Great video!

[@chrisbeaule981]

Can you please do the new se watch vs the series 7?😩 thank you

[@spicemilktea]

Thanks for the info 💕

[@Beloved1vy]

Bought my SE since last year, still loving it. Thanks for the informative and fun video. Great job!

[@B3you_]

Same may wait for watche 8 for upgrade

[@bloodyvampymary]

Do you see messages there?

[@billwang3107]

May I ask, what is the color of the bands? Are they from Apple or third party? They look so nice!

[@MrCano-oh4vu]

One of the best reviews I’ve watched yet! Thank you so much for this video. I think I know which I’ll be purchasing now.

[@craigalbuquerque5136]

@CNET , The screen is the same on the se and series 7. (Aluminium versions)

[@danielstrasser1779]

I have the 6 had it since march 2021 I can not complain similar Watch then the 7 just the screen size is different I had the se but I upgraded to the 6. I’m happy

[@varunsaxena5815]

Hello , I am planning to buy an Apple watch SE GPS version from United States. Will it work with full functionality in India with India Iphone 12 mini?

[@123andresgc]

I wanted to buy the Series 7, but the SE was $200 less with a black Friday deal so I went for that one instead. I'm pretty happy with it so far and it doesn't seem I'm missing much specially when I paid almost half of what the Series 7 costs.

[@fauzytech]

Since the the SE doesn't have always on display, do you have to tap the screen to see the time on SE? or it has raise to wake like the iphone has?

[@123andresgc]

@@fauzytech it doesn’t have an always on display. You have to raise your wrist to see the time but it works so well that you don’t feel the need of an always on display to be honest.

[@fauzytech]

@@123andresgc Okay, thx for the info

[@123andresgc]

@@fauzytech no problem! 👍

[@elqueso5301]

@@123andresgc do the Apple Watch gets on when u just move the wrist or u need to touch the bottom also for extra 150 for always on display i see it has waste of money just order a SE 45 mm

[@mariazapata2711]

I just got the SE thanks to this video

[@MyPlantsAgainstTheWorld]

Well, there goes my dream of writing the next great American novel on the Apple Watch.

[@ropeysubstance1719]

what about the SE 2 vs series 7?

[@fatcrruise6508]

how about apple watch 7 and samsung galaxy watch 4

[@kamilagrieve6555]

Hi, what strap size did you choose please?

[@Dwt721]

Very helpful 👍🏾

[@NCLme]

And what's the difference between the Series 6 and the SE

[@blackvikingthrone]

Thanks for helping me choose the se. Saved some money in the process.

[@jamesrhodes3130]

Great review, it's helped me decide.

[@Tezah89]

I’m using my series 4 and my battery just started acting up. I’m now getting 12hrs or less daily. I know it’s not the end of the world but, it’s a huge inconvenience for me. This video was perfect and helped me make a decision. Thank You!!

[@luanarocha2156]

Love you for not putting us on to the more expensive one just because :) thanks a lot

[@yipeyaya]

I just bought the 44mm SE yesterday at Apple Store. Owned a S6 40mm which I regretted buying. Didn’t use the extra functions much and I don’t even turn on Always On Display. The silver case with Pride band2022 looks awesome!

[@selumussie]

You are amazing! Thank you for such honest feedback!

[@annie9855]

I love having the cellular SE. I think always having a phone on your wrist is great for safety.

[@rakeshsoni7108]

Thanks for helping to choose the right watch. Well i lv ur smile😊

[@49Macman]

You just did an outstanding review! I totally appreciate it!!! I was wanting to get a 7, but the one I want is $899.00. I was probably not going to get one for this reason. Even though it is a mini computer it is too steep for a watch for me. However, the basic things that I want are in an SE which I have learned from you, so I am very grateful. I will most likely get the SE now, but need to do a little more research on it. You just saved me many hundreds of dollars. LOL. Thanks so much!

[@nguyenvanthao2169]

Very good and funny videos bring a great sense of entertainment!

[@darrenhunt7838]

Thanks.I just ordered the SE today and think I made the right choice. A bit over $300 cheaper direct from Apple. Looking forward to trying it out after 6 broken fitbits in 7 years.

[@Shloeb]

Why did you decide to switch from Fitbit? I am trying to decide between Fitbit sense and Apple Watch

[@sharonweitendorf1712]

Broken Fitbit’s are the main reason I’m looking into an Apple Watch too

[@chloekrueger8141]

I want an apple watch just to match my iphone, and plus my fit bit doesn’t work when i only used it for a year… the heart rate monitor stopped working and the battery life sucked for me…

[@SageWalter]

Accurate about Fitbit’s lifespan.😅👍

[@x0Niamh0x]

Can you take calls and send VNs on the SE?

[@koostersvang3341]

Thanks for the video.