Apple Watch Series 9 VS SE - DON'T BE FOOLED!

[@GregsGadgets]

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[@ramblr5900]

Hi, i have a series 4, should I upgrade ?

[@Hash6624]

@@ramblr5900unless your watch is starting to show signs of wear then no, i also have a series 4 and its perfectly functional

[@kenhoyle4344]

My Daughter got me the SE for gift. First time user but usually into tech. It was not what I expected but after first week was addicted. Was really impressed how apps like stocks etc make it so you dont need phone in hand all time. It was way more functional than expected.

[@GA12348]

Actually in the watch se you can get the assistive touch thing too by just updating it so get the se it’s cheap and has like 85% to 90% of the same features

[@mattmarlow4166]

I just moved from a 40mm 7 series to 44mm SE. No change in performance, just as snappy. I wanted bigger face without paying silly price. I don’t miss always on display (never used it save battery) so far I’m really impressed with the SE. For day to day use it’s just as good as the 7 which I rocked for two years and three months. Was looking a bit worn and tired.

[@Handleisstoopididea]

This will be my 1st apple watch ever and 1st smart watch in over 7 years. So I think I'll go for Series 9.

[@mart2.n]

SE is the perfect value/quality watch AW. Two days battery life with two hours of GPS training outside. Always on display isn't a big thing, neither the size of the display or ECG. I think fast charging is the shttest thing that apple cut from SE watch.

[@SAINT656]

Series 7 will get another year on my wrist 💯

[@ryanbraal6175]

Ultra it is

[@BrianMason3636]

SE is definitely the way to go hands down!

[@xaviierm9332]

yep

[@rodcrandall1589]

I love the Se I don’t need anything more

[@Jourdyn-m7b]

Nah series 9 the newer the better

[@mohammedikhlaq9721]

@@Jourdyn-m7bnew watch money makeing, not much different.

[@waqasaps]

what about all the missing health features in se? like the ecg etc

[@Bruceyboiii]

I wear a series 3 still. Still works great

[@marcussuarez8173]

I had a S6 Apple Watch and 'upgraded' to the SE Apple Watch last week. I mostly used my watch as a fitness tracker and it made more sense to save money.

[@daveaunparks8498]

Hey quick question

[@daveaunparks8498]

Is the fitness tracker good on the se? I just wanna track my calories burned really

[@Idontwantanat]

⁠@@daveaunparks8498it’s better than other options, and just as good as on the normal apple watches.

[@nyseldias]

@@daveaunparks8498it’s one of the most accurate ones out there. Did you manage to get one? I’m deciding on one and confused between 40mm and 44mm I’ve got 164mm wrist

[@kulotskiphoto]

Pre ordered the 9, as this would be my very first smart watch.

[@0SIGMA]

With you ! ❤

[@davidpatrick1813]

Me too.

[@forthewin3910]

Same lol.

[@Ghostldnx]

Same!

[@01bigtrev]

You’re gonna love it.

[@hgabi6190]

I love my se2 its more than enough for me I dont need any extra features what I will never use it. I never had any issue to see the watch in direct sunlight, and its fast enough.

[@nyseldias]

What size do you have? My wrist is 165mm and I do like smaller watches what you suggest?

[@manda2uu]

Going from SE1 to series 9, motivated by trade in value from apple store of $90.

[@GodblessAmerica856]

I had an older SE and just upgraded to the series 8. I am happy with it, I don’t need the 9 due to the price difference. I am loving the always on display and 1mm larger is actually noticeable to me. I don’t mind 1000 nits. Seems fine to me.

[@danielstrasser1779]

I had the series se first gen as well with lte and gps then traded up to series 8 with lte as well I love the updates on it no much different then the series 9

[@PilotJames025]

How did you find an 8 for sale? Apple stops selling the old ones on their website once the new ones come out

[@danielstrasser1779]

@@PilotJames025 well , I had gotten mine through my cellular phone provider I had an option of the ultra 2 or 9 or 8 then se I went for the series 8 they didn’t know they had any available of the series 9 so I had kicked out it was 5 bucks more cheaper per month so I am liking it so much compared to my old SE I had for almost 5 years

[@GodblessAmerica856]

@@PilotJames025 from Amazon

[@fidasss7806]

​@@PilotJames025 this is the moment he realized he bought a series 9 by mistake :D just kidding, its possible second-hand

[@01bigtrev]

I used the hand gestures from accessibility for my series 6 and over the two years since feature was released it was a huge battery drain and basically wrecked my battery which is at 78%. I’m happy to see it being used as mainstream for some features as the new chip and battery efficiencies would’ve offset the initial burn I was experiencing. I’ve ordered the ultra2 so looking forward to it all.

[@chloebeckner9593]

I am so torn, I LOVE the look of the series 9 and always on display and more storage. The price difference is insane though….

[@chloebeckner9593]

Went with the series 9 and it’s a game changer. Totally in love with it…..

[@tlungu962]

@@chloebeckner9593thank u for the feedback!

[@chloebeckner9593]

@CommonSense8421 for me it lasts 2 days and then I have to charge it. If I wear it at night it will die in the middle of the second day though.

[@lisaspeed6844]

Prob go with SE bc it will be my first Apple Watch. Thanks for the info

[@roxyms06]

I have the first SE watch and it works fine for me. The only think I really use my watch for is for alarms and checking messages. Occasionally I turn the sleep feature on.I like to watch videos on the newer watches because I'm sure at some point I'll see one that really interests me. Guess I am just waiting for the right one. Just want to reiterate that the SE is a great watch!

[@CharlesShepherd-s9v]

I have ordered the Apple Watch Series 9 without cellular! Cellular is of no use to me as ,y iPhone 14 Pro goes everywhere with me, literally everywhere!

[@boomerak4774]

The SE doesn't have a keyboard, deal breaker for me. Returned and got the series 9 45mm. No regrets

[@derek5310]

Rocking my first gen Watch SE till it's unusable lol. Watch os 10 is a nice update to keep it afloat for more time

[@kevindouglas94]

Mine just died with the update. Its battery was getting shittier before but after the update now it doesn’t even last half the day. 80% capacity and it’s showing. I have to upgrade. I was going to wait another year but oh well.

[@TheB1nary]

The average person doesn’t need an ECG, and blood oxygen readings are ‘helpful’ but not really a necessity. Watch SE it is for me (coming from a Fitbit Sense)!!

[@vrmomoffour9446]

I just lost my Apple Watch Series 3. I’m excited to get the Series 9 since it’s been a while since I’ve had a new one. I never thought I’d depend on my Apple Watch as much as do. But I love it & can not be without one. I’m a mom & professor so the convenience of a smart watch is important for my life style. Thanks for this review. It made me feel better about my choice to go for the 9 over the other newer version.

[@Jared33385]

I was in a really bad car accident in a head on collision. Not my fault my Apple Watch dialed 911 and the paramedics were there fast. I’m always going to be a Apple user.

[@QistinaAtiqah]

I want to upgrade from a series 4. Both options are great and both at very different price points.

[@Knowledgenuggets221]

So which watch did you get??

[@5trider29]

I upgraded my series 4 for the SE. It's a great replacement and I use it for my runs and exercises. Somehow I not too thrilled about the battery. My series 4 lasted about 5 years and the battery health is at 80%. After a year of using the SE, the battery health is now at 91%. All the connectivity to my Nike run app is kinda slow. I'll probably use the SE for another 2 years, and wait and see what upgrades are on the watch series 12. The SE is still a great watch, based on my needs.

[@Harvester88]

I just updated from a gen 1 to a Series 9. I was able to snag it with cellular for $499 for the 45mm and am pretty pleased so far.

[@exzisd]

One issue I’ve always had with any Apple Watch is picking any NON black color because with a black watch it does a good job at hiding the bezels from view - out of sight out of mind. With silver or any other brighter color watch the bezels really stand out and that bothers me.

[@M-.-Jones]

After watching a couple of your videos, if you already have an SE probably worth sticking with it for another year. If you are just buying one now then go with a 9 or ultra if you don't mind pay the extra over the SE price.

[@TheGuyDownTheRoad]

Thx very helpful 😊

[@piewackete]

I just picked up the series 9 this morning, I had the series 8 already but I upgraded that from the SE and gave my mom that one and she loves it but after I used it for about two years the battery isint the best even with me adjusting settings to help. I have only had the series 8 for 7 months or so and the battery life is great so i figured I’d get the 45mm series 9 and give my mom the series 8. I ended up giving my little sister the SE so my whole Apple watch collection is still in the family and working lol

[@thitikornsrichomphoo6807]

I've never owned any smart watch. Which one should I buy? I also want to reduce my screen time by using Apple Watch.

[@mrankit2620]

This review helped me make take the right decision. Thanks mate

[@gogrape9716]

I first ordered a SE in starlight. My first. Loved it so much I ordered a 9 with a Hermes’ band…❤

[@sa_ra2496]

Got mine today. 41mm is not too small. It's actually the perfect size and 45mm looks a bit gaudy and a bit too big in my opinion. If you're not 6'3" or more, and don't have much above average dimensions, go for 41mm. So much more comfortable than the 45mm too.

[@Standys35]

I still have series 3. And I still think I will stick with them for probably next year or two. Those new watches are amazing but there is still no "big reason" for me to upgrade. If they would gave me at least a two-three day battery?! I would upgrade immediately.

[@smartlearning6390]

how long you have ?

[@Standys35]

@@smartlearning6390 Do you mean like for how long I have them? Since they came out in 2017.. so 6 years.

[@Standys35]

@@smartlearning6390 Do you mean like for how long I have them? Since they came out in 2017.. so 6 years.

[@globalmodels9859]

@@smartlearning6390I have same series I’ve had since 2019….

[@innosanto]

I had apple watch 8, I gave it to someone else who liked it and plan on buying SE. I was not using any of the extra features that SE does not have. Really, I thought always on display would be the one thing I would use but would turn it off to have battery last longer. For sleep and activity tracking I dont like apple watch very much anyway and rely more on whoop or fitbit. So watching weather, spotify, podcast, pick the phone, watch time, check sound volumes , talk on the phone, and some other stuff were the main.

[@PeterKallio]

People here are making good analogies. As for myself, I would probably choose the AWS 9 GPS, because I don't have a cellular plan for my phone either (around here people pay 20 USD per month for unlimited access, but it's a lifestyle choice to balance between offline content i.e., books and audiobooks, and then using public/private wifi for active data streams). I can download Audible audiobooks on device and listen via Bluetooth without internet connection, and use several of the trackers online/offline. If I needed to stay in touch at a moment's notice, I could always take my phone with me. I figured seeing as I won't need the cellular option in the coming months, I can always upgrade in the future if it becomes necessary.

[@owenomwanawayesu6961]

Had series 3,couldn’t survive my rugged life moved to huawei 3pro the strap and screen not strong enough now back to Ultra and loving it.

[@jeffhale1189]

Thanks for sharing. I’m staying with my Watch Series 7. Blessings on your day!

[@renzokouken9781]

Just bought my 1st Series 9 Thank u

[@sriharij4596]

Good one, apple watch SE is my choice. At the end of the day any product may have any number of features and what we need matters. I need a no non-sense watch which tracks my fitness(automatically, didn't like Samsung gear) and some occasional calls/messaging.

[@bazmanmedia2050]

My wife still uses her apple watch 3.. She is absolutely happy with it and I was hoping Apple will finally redesign the apple 9 so that I can upgrade her series 3,but unfortunately.. I think we will need to wait for the 10.. Let's see

[@TomSchillemans]

I kinda really want to get the watch Ultra.. But it's just so damn hard to justify the extra 400 dollars/euros

[@leelee287]

Yeah this ultra 2 is 1100 $ Canadian dollars I can literally buy a 75 or 85 inch 4 tv for that here ! The ultra 1 and 2 are so over priced it’s ridiculous

[@kiwiequis4144]

Thanks to this video I’m a lot more happy upgrading from my Fitbit versa 2 I got January 2019 (perfect timing, right 😅) and no longer serves my lifestyle quite right to the SE!!

[@k_cupcake]

I'm in the same boat. Are you enjoying the se? Any regrets not getting the 9? I'm in 2 minds what to get

[@desertrider325]

Are the heart rate sensors and sleep, blood oxygen etc. Better than the SE?

[@bre4d-.-]

as zhey say,yh,since on se we don't have blood oxigen meter

[@space_cowboy_6]

Thank you very much! This was what I needed to know as never owning an apple watch before. I'll get the SE :)

[@rustybubbles1845]

You did it go did you make the right decision? I’m on the same spot as you

[@ChrisCantCook]

I like the walkie talkie, I like the heart rate monitor, I like I can get in the pool with it, I like I can respond to text and calls I also like the hearing loss notification, and finally using Shazam. I believe I’ll get all that with the se

[@iphone11ok]

Look man I’ve had the series 2 well before the 7, I’ve had an Apple Watch that doesn’t have an AOD, it makes a big difference. I’m not sure why you’re recommending the SE when the 7 will be similarly priced but include more features. I don’t recommend this video necessarily, just do your own research on apple watch specs and figure out which one is best for you.

[@YuvPazozy]

Great video thanks! I really think i want the SE but not having the always on display bothers me. as someone who runs and does crossfit, and plans to use it daily do you think it's a big hustle? Is the turn your hand to view on SE works well and don't interrupt in daily use?

[@matthewsankey817]

I love how there’s a evangelion Eva head plushy in the background

[@user-wc6bl4zs4i]

I got the SE from a hock shop a year or two ago now. Still works great and I really like it

[@vforeign]

Thank you for the video!! It helped me decide. I’ve had a series 3 gps/cell for many years. I’m finally upgrading but only because I’m forced to do so due to the battery life. I’m going with the SE2 cell. I don’t need any of the other health features that the series9 has to offer. The only thing that I am “iffy” about is the plastic backing instead of glass. I may change my mind once I see it in person.

[@michaelwoolcock5600]

Bought the SE2 last year at the Apple Store..A point of note, folks. I can wear the 40 mm but wanted to have the Milanese Bracelet with it. Turns out that whilst I have small wrists, I have large hands and could not get my hand through the bracelet. Bought the 44mm with the Milanese Bracelet and I am very happy as I averted the crisis of buying on line.

[@nyseldias]

Is the 40mm too small? I like smaller watches but does it have any viewing issues? Or battery?

[@michaelwoolcock5600]

@@nyseldias hello. The 40 mm looked ok on my wrist using a conventional strap. The viewing was fine as I tried on a friend’s Apple Watch 7 for size. With the Milanese bracelet, I could not get my hand through.

[@OGkush69x]

very well explained. not just like other channels just reading off ads or apple spec sheets. thank you.

[@jhonniblaze7319]

I rolled with the series 9. You know the old saying, better to have and not use then need and not have. Referring to the upgrades.

[@littlealien8433]

For those curious. I have an I-watch 3. Very happy about it! It keeps me fit with the medals you can get each month by doing activity. It is a really tough thing, in my possession for almost 6 year the screen popped of and i could still use it with al it’s features for 2 more months by using superglue😂. I wore it several times in shower and now screen goes blank. It still works, but i need another one. Budget choice or Series 9 🤔 or maybe wear it and talk to it with Siri until it dies completely

[@Ed6013z10]

I only have the Apple Watch Series 5 and look into upgrade. Be off to the Apple Store to pick up a new series 9.

[@cityullm53]

I’ve pre ordered the S9 because my Samsung gear S3 is starting to give up the ghost saying that it is 6 years old, looks like I’ll receive it in about a week 😊

[@confidentcharms]

should i get one and is it worth it and which series should i get?!

[@michael_desmet_71]

Tnx, exactly the information i was looking for.

[@rc7059]

Great video! For me, personally, I am looking specifically for some of the health apps including blood oxygen an ECG, so it looks like the series 9 is the way to go. I did have a series 3 in the past so I’m sure the 9 will feel like quite an upgrade Thanks very much really enjoyed your informative and impartial opinions and review

[@shooppiChan]

for normal ppl who doesnt have cardiac problems it dont be worth it

[@kft4764]

@@shooppiChan Agree. I've had various devices with similar functions and outside of being a neat novelty to look at when I first get them, I basically never touch those features again.

[@allen480]

@@shooppiChan So, we take it you are a “normal” person?

[@NourMoghrabi]

I’m enjoying my Apple Watch SE first generation

[@hirengandhi9083]

Upgrading from first gen SE to series 9

[@cosmicfelinesas5191]

I got the se to monitor my heart rate as I have an irregular heart rate and to track heart rate during seizures

[@theki553z1010]

Should i wait for upcoming release for price decrease or should get serues 9 🤔 i have irreg heartbeat and been eyeing this series 9 and this is my first apple watch

[@BoxerBruce]

Go for it. Is that $40 you’re going to save really matter in the long run?

[@abhishekashok506]

I just ordered a series 9. Its my first apple watch. A bit unsure bout my purchase. Should I cancel the order or is it worth the money I invested in it?

[@AvTaoSakai]

Heya, i’m unsure whether i should buy the 9 or not as well. What’s your experience after using it for about a week?

[@dronzer007]

So what did you end up with. I also planning to buy but still thinking if 9 is worth it or should I just get se 2.

[@Thijs576]

I wanna buy my first Apple Watch what do u recommend SE or the series 9? Greetings

[@ageusia5740]

I’ve been rocking the Apple Watch Series 6 for a while now. If I were to upgrade, which watch should I get?

[@wiwbib]

9

[@icHRis83]

Thank you for your review, very interesting! I have an Apple Watch series 4 and I was thinking if it’s worth the buy to change it for an SE, especially for the battery, mine is literally dying ☠️

[@iBr16ght]

Thanks dude! I’ve already decided which Apple watch I would get.

[@therealcaldini]

Just upgraded from a Series 2 to a Series 9. To be honest the Series 2 still worked perfectly well, but I do like the improvements in the Series 9.

[@mjwontstop]

How many year your apple watch now? Age

[@therealcaldini]

@@mjwontstop Sep 2016. 7 years. Rubbish for a watch, not bad for a piece of tech.

[@Jm3rv]

Damn I have a series 2 and considering the 9. Is it worth it 1 month later?

[@hankagura5355]

@@Jm3rvDouble tap, plus the 2000 nits brighter screen alone is enough.

[@therealcaldini]

@@Jm3rv Yes, it’s so much better.

[@Reflexシ]

Ive had the se/my first apple watch since mid 2022 my Maximum battery capacity is 89% and I’m watching this video because i might upgrade soon

[@adityamishra7847]

I was looking for some video like this. Well differentiated. Thanks 🙏

[@ayebee4703]

Still rocking a Series 5

[@thebeautywithin444]

Mine doesn’t pair with my 15pro max. Gotta upgrade. LOVED my 5!

[@stevenacken6444]

I mean I get it. But what is the big deal with speed? I still have my 4 and it does what it is supposed to do.

[@trevinsaunders2244]

Would you upgrade if you have the original se

[@enrico4282]

Let’s be honest.. i bought my first ever Apple Watch today. I used a 40€ xiaomi Fitness band, and I just can’t understand why the smart watch does cost over 200€. It doesn’t even have always on display. Idk but I think that you can easily do everything with a 30/40€ smart band without spending money on an Apple Watch. I will try this watch for a view weeks now, let’s see

[@gamebreakerfn]

How is your feedback? I’m using said Xiaomi band for >3 years now but consider upgrading to the SE for more a detailed sports analysis, heart rate and so on.

[@enrico4282]

@@gamebreakerfn so , I’ve been using the SE 2 Months now. First of all, don’t buy it if you have full sleeve tattoos on your arms. I have a full sleeve on my left arm and the watch doesn’t work as the sensors can’t go through the tattoo color. So I’m forced to use the watch on my right arm. In general, I’m using the watch daily for my workouts, and it works great. I can leave my phone away and just use my watch to change music or read to messages. It’s tracking all my progress pretty well. Heart rate is also good, but not better than any other 40 dollars watch, to be honest. So at the of the day, if you have the money to buy it, go for it. But don’t expect it to be 90% better than a Xiaomi watch.

[@owenchuarbx]

Could get a normal series watch over an SE if I have the money mainly for display design.

[@BreakawayB]

Great review, Greg, *Thank you!* ❤

[@ebenezer08]

Thanks for the great apple vids appreciate it

[@GregsGadgets]

Thanks for watching 🙏

[@bachatas809]

I will like ultra 1 if price get down 😊

[@oanaromanciuc9402]

Thanks for the video. I have se 2 series and was undecided whether to upgrade to 9. I think I’ll wait a bit as my se works so fine for my needs! ❤

[@artemismoonrose]

I guess I'll stick with my gen 1 SE w/ cell then, which has a glass back. The plastic back on the new SE, why, who'd want that? I guess it's $100 cheaper than the original with the plastic back.

[@shuhenameah7782]

I’m thinking to upgrade to the 9 only because I want thinner black border

[@javontefowler5999]

Went from a series 6 to a series 9 and the screen display is better and brighter it’s faster it don’t take siri 2 minutes to do a task alot of screen on display perfect for typing and the gesture pinch is helpful when working out and playing music very good at skipping songs

[@nancywheeler8359]

I own a series 3 , oh yeah and it still works great. Do you recommend upgrading to 8 or 9(the price 🤔). I’m >45 years so looking for something that will run for the next 6 years. I’m mostly interested in the health tracking features and I use it to track fitness as well

[@TomSchillemans]

I think I’d go for the 9 in that case. It gets the new chip and new features. And usually Apple supports devices at least 5 or so years so you’d be set for quite some time

[@tristenbeckham]

Series 9 it has more health features such as ECG. The SE does not do that.

[@anilpanda3423]

is there any update on SE or its the same as SE2

[@Tankster825]

Theres a upgraded s8 chip instead of a s5 chip

[@alexandros_orfn6327]

I’ve bought se 2023 40mm do u think it’s worth as a watch ?

[@dhruv_1306]

To find my devices I’m down for the series 9 watch😁

[@EthanHamilton-qg6jk]

My first was Apple Watch 3

[@CaptainLeo]

Does the new Watch O2 sensor have an alarm feature that might be useful for pilots?

[@itächiundrwrld777]

I’m still rocking the SE 😎

[@Eepi8d]

I mean if you are looking into stainless steel version of the s9 you should just get the ultra 2. The price difference is non existent 😮

[@TomSchillemans]

Exactly my thoughts. But I also understand that the aesthetic of the Ultra and the facts it’s not only bigger but also a bit more bulky isn’t everyone’s liking. But yeah personally I’d go for the ultra over the stainless steel

[@NerdCrave]

Unfortunately, there are several important features that you didn’t discuss like it’s water resistance, and how loud the speakers are

[@Dadaadad268]

It's water resistant

[@XPrincess30]

Which one comes in the bronzer gold colour then

[@kauigirl808]

No watch yet. I want the SE and wait for the 10.

[@BlitheDream]

I’m upgrading to the new s9 I have the s5 and after 4 years the battery is drained and the heart rate sensor is soooo slow. Also it always stops picking up my activity during workouts. The won’t even work when I’m swimming anymore. So excited for it to come on Friday, I’m gonna go to the pool to test it! Also, I’m a pink lover so that’s a huge bonus

[@Thijs576]

I wanna buy my first Apple Watch what do u recommend SE or the series 9? Greetings

[@chrisgoulet6621]

I have a ultra I use my wife got it for me cause she works for the phone and cable company so she gets 70 percent off Apple and Samsung phones and cellular watches. My girl uses her watch to work out mostly and to track. I pre ordered her for her birthday next month the midnight 41mm Nike midnight sky series 9. She will be coming from a series 3 so I figured it would be nice upgrade. Especially since the series 3 isn’t getting the new watchOS update. I think the Apple Watches are great. Me being a ex d1 athlete who’s stuck working in the world that still plays and works out and likes to track everything i think it’s awesome. Personally I think the best watch for outdoors and tracking is the new garmin. But the accessibility and integration with Apple just makes it a no brainer over anything even better!

[@kennedysonaco7840]

Still happy with my series 7.

[@iconic2927]

What about the 5,6,7,8 ?

[@mtibbe]

I have the series 9 cellular on order