Apple Watch Ultra bands - which one should you choose? Worth $100?

[@vikitoto2000]

So I bought all 3 original from Apple (so you don’t have to and to save yourself from explaining the 200$ purchase to the gf) : Trail loop : super comfy but the band started to look bad after 3 months of daily wearing, would not recommend. Alpine loop : really loved it, like a nato style. The big issue for me was nicking the case every time I remove the band because the buckle is made of Titanium as well and it swings on the case when I remove it. Ocean band : my favorite. Sweat proof, dirt proof and breathable. This is the one to get in my opinion. It’s the band you’ll be able to use in any condition and suits the Ultra perfectly.

[@gccount]

Second it.

[@dennytee1]

I have the trail & alpine loop. I prefer the trail loop. The way you demonstrated wearing bands is absolutely the best way I have found!

[@otwieraczoczuw]

It's been 6 months since I've bot the Ultra with trail loop. The strap is very comfortable and holds the watch in place on my wrist but its a nightmare when it gets wet from sweat or water. Very annoying and hard to keep clean. The only strap for me that make sense in everyday use is the ocean band. The strap doesn't get wet, its easy to clean and comfortable on my skin.

[@amandaburleson2035]

yea trail loop band gets stinky when i see people with it on in public i ask them if i can get a sniff od there watch and yup its always stinky!!!!!

[@AkiraWastaken]

@@amandaburleson2035 bro you just randomly ask to sniff people's watches? 💀💀

[@amandaburleson2035]

@@AkiraWastaken only the people i see with the trail band loop and i just ask them if i can see it close up, then i get close wnough to smell it but they dont notice that i smell it.

[@AkiraWastaken]

@@amandaburleson2035 Ohh i see i see, the way you worded the first comment just seemed kinda weird lol

[@Anakena3]

I’ve got the three bands and just wanted to share back after a year. The most comfortable is the trail one but the most durable and that keep it original shape. Whatever you’re doing with it is the ocean!

[@MarS-dc2qx]

The ocean band is my favorite! Since I work out a lot and swear the other bands get dirty and are not great if you work out often and get sweaty but if your lazy and sit around then the other bands are good.

[@weston407]

yeah, the Ocean was a no brainer - it's the only one that isn't absorbent and I love being active so I have to get something that won't soak up the sweat!

[@Wiseguy1138]

The Trail Loop is my absolute favourite Ultra specific band. I got the black with orange accent one when my local Apple Store finally got them in stock. It is now my go-to band after having ordered the Watch with the orange Alpine Loop (which I also love but regardless of which way you hook that band on to the watch, it’s a pain to take on and off and I did buy the correct size).

[@ychu9432]

When u attach the trail loop band to the Watch will the titanium part of the band scratch the Watch ? Since it’s titanium also………

[@shimanohenry3355]

@@ychu9432 when taking off the band without care the titan clip easely bangs your display

[@gir1258]

I just don’t understand why people find it so difficult to secure the alpine loop. It takes me a few extra seconds compared to the trail loop, if that

[@ychu9432]

@@shimanohenry3355 I’m not talking about the display I’m referring to the titanium casing of the Watch the part where you attach your band to , since it’s both titanium……

[@MarS-dc2qx]

The ocean one is better

[@ThorstenBecker-z3n]

As a surfer, I recommend the Ocean Band as it is safe, lightweight and doesn't soak water. I can easily clean it later with fresh water. The band also allows my skin to breathe underneath and doesn't stretch out. Even during other activities, the Ocean Band doesn't soak up sweat.

[@PorkShark]

The Trail and Sport loops get super itchy when I use them on the daily, even when I wash them. That's why I prefer the Alpine loop

[@dh7314]

Crazy crazy prices. They’d do better halving that price, they’d sell tonnes more. At £99, they’re making third party alternatives a no brainer

[@LilyWillow22]

Did you go with s/m or m/l

[@SeanTube2099]

If you can afford the Ultra you can afford that price.

[@killernp1317]

I just bought my ultra. I am getting ready to order some cheap bands off Amazon

[@dh7314]

@@SeanTube2099 you’re missing my point. I can afford a £99 watch strap, but it’s not worth £99 by a long stretch

[@SeanTube2099]

@@dh7314 it’s worth whatever people will pay for it.

[@chargerman165]

I ordered my Apple Ultra with the Starlight Loop band but by mistake got a small. It works but hard to get over my hands so I ordered a three pack of Amazon's Ocean Bands which contained a Midnight and a Starlight. I really like them and everything matches up. Didn't think the Apple $99 was worth it that is until I was in the Apple Store last weekend and looked at one. Although the Amazon ones are good there is just something about the quality of Apple's products that make them worth the cost so I got a Midnight from Apple and love it. I know others will disagree but that is fine. It's like the old saying 'your get what you pay for'.

[@cindymfraser1518]

I have the looping part on the top and don’t have any problem tightening it up. I have the Alpine loop. It works great for me.

[@josephpevsner]

Several videos on the same subject but yours was the best.

[@iDB]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much. Very generous!

[@Rcorp31]

The trail loop is prime for pro pocket pickers. I love it for running but when I visited Europe this friendly gentleman told me to use another wristband because that band is an easy target. :\

[@jasonc1817]

The most difficult decision comes down to the choice of band. Thanks for the info!

[@aliglaser8701]

totally agree! just got my Ultra on Monday w trail loop and want to have some backups and can't decide!

[@BrunoDECOURCY]

Can’t agree more for the way to wear the Watch Ultra!!! Way more natural. I have the Ocean band and the Trail Loop. Even though the Trail Loop is more comfortable, I prefer to wear my Watch Ultra with the Ocean Band! Great review!

[@n228sk]

Exactly the type of video I was looking for; thanks!

[@JunkionMarnot2005]

I have the Alpine Band, and never noticed the curve in the G-hook. Nice catch. 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@leachy114]

I’ve used the sport loop before and really didn’t like it because of the feel and texture. The trail loop is hands down much more comfortable and never budges, which the sport loop did whilst sleeping with it.

[@kneegrease]

The Trail loop is more secure than the Ocean band?

[@dubs2171]

In between trail and alpine cause I care about weight and comfort. What’s the feel of alpine vs trail? Currently have the Nike sport loop. Love it for smaller Watch face, but I like the more rugged look of the alpine, matches the large watch a bit better. Thoughts?

[@westcoastlife7885]

I have both the Trail and Alpine, Trail is the most comfortable band I have used. I use Alpine when doing tasks where I don't want the watch coming off at all!

[@vinnyd0601]

So I am looking in upgrading my Apple Watch to an ultra and having a hard time picking a band. I typically go to the gym and lift weights and I do go freshwater fishing pretty frequently. Any recommendations?

[@loopba]

which band for an extreme, record setting desk worker?

[@jmwdba]

I may give the Trail Loop a try. The problem I have is those rubber/silicon bands irritate my skin but don't cause a rash, the Alpine Loop I cant seem to find a setting that's comfortable. This is all while trying to find the most versatile option that looks nice wearing to the office but also is not a pain to sleep in.

[@alexandermckoy6444]

Your video is so informative!!! I have Alpine loop, and trying to buy the ocean band. Now I know the better for easy daily is a trail loop! Thanks.

[@Oleg__]

I prefer the cool look of the Ocean Band to the comfort of the Trail Loop. I will be ordering the Ultra 2 with the orange Ocean Band.

[@Truth_Seeker1]

I recommended the Alpine band over others from Apple. You can wear it anywhere the rest look too cheap.

[@ArchangelD78]

I prefer the Ocean Band. Best for water sports and sweat. And it just looks best. The orange Ocean Band is the biz. On a side note. The Ocean Loop is just as secure as the Alpine loop 🤷🏻‍♂️ You have however enticed me to try out the Trail Loop 😜

[@michealtaylor0709]

Have the series 8 and bought an alpine loop and the way you showed how to wear it works so much better thanks for the tip

[@cindymfraser1518]

i have the Ultra with Alpine loop. I installed it the opposite way than in the video that works for me

[@slob5041]

One thing I noticed is that the official ones use thin materials so the band can shoot down rather than jut out.

[@nikchan3057]

Your wrong on the alpine loop. The way u recon is much harder to hook on. What apple shown is so much easier.

[@cindymfraser1518]

I agree

[@AMBIKARANI]

Thanks bro. One of the best reviews. ❤

[@LCBChef18]

What size is the wrist you wear the watch on? What size band did you go with?

[@bubbie23jw]

How do you clean them?

[@SrMXP-on2cu]

Thanks for the video! What wrist size do you have and which size did u choose the alpine?

[@symmetricalastic]

This video is super helpful. Thank you Michael

[@spirg]

Great review I ordered one with the Alpine green waiting for it👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@AppleWatchPunk]

I totally disagree with how to wear the Alpine Loop, I wear it as Apple suggests and take it off and at work 3-4 times a day at work and I close it walking with no issue. I tried the opposite and just doesn’t do it for me. To each they’re own I guess ;-} I have 2 of each and of the 3 the ones definitely not worth the $99, I say $59 or $69 at best. I doubt Apple agrees. It depends on the day which is my favorite. I think the Trail Loop, while I really dig the look/comfort but I think, especially the Yellow/Beige TL, I think it’s “delicate” and possibly dirty quite quick. We shall see. Thanks for the video.

[@cindymfraser1518]

Fortunately it can be worn either way. I put mine on the same way as its shown on their site, which i find easy

[@KingTechHD]

Nice review. Picked up a red Ocean band from Amazon to match my Product Red S7 😁 saved $85

[@robertrangiuia2613]

Thanks for this bro. Getting my ultra next week.

[@matkaczorowski]

Great video! This is what I have been looking for. I know I will purchase the Ultra, but was seeking recommendations on the various straps. Thank you!

[@anthonyg4073]

Dope review. Now i gotta buy 4 for the family. We’re going with the ocean band🙏🏽

[@phillipsiskin9708]

Can you get a metal watch band like I have on my watch that’s a few years old

[@WRNPR]

$49 was quite expensive already $99 it’s just insane. The fact I can get a pretty good replica with metal connectors and everything delivered for $11 says it at. Cost of production even with apple materials should not exceed 10 bucks they are getting a 900% profit margin.

[@Tjames33926]

So true 😢

[@LaymanGamin]

Man , AMEN. It’s ridiculous that there 100 bucks smh but they know that ultimately since we bought the ultra we can afford those 100 dollar bands n some of us will eventually break n pay that stupid ass price lol

[@Duma86]

For the price of the watch they should include all three bands

[@matta6298]

@@Duma86 we should use the government gun and tell them what to do, that'll make everything better for everyone. Free market, buy it or move on.

[@dandansfu]

the idea of free market is good, but the issue is lack of information for everything for everything . the idea of free market is everyone has access to all the information which they do not. eg what's actually in the material, material costs, who and how they made them , what are the test done for durability...etc I won't be surprised, they are made by the same factories in china with counterpart , maybe even same quality and same material. and unlike other hardware that has apple logo, these doesnt even have them. that is why free market is good in theory but not always the best and it applies to everything from techs to foods we eat..etc@@matta6298

[@gabrielsolaguilar5441]

Hey. Nice review. Just want to ask, what’s the size of your trail loop? Tnx

[@iDB]

S/M

[@jacklane7393]

This review was bang on 👌🏼👌🏼

[@joeveloira365]

Great review. New ultra user as of next Tuesday so lookin forward to the Starlight Alpine but also using a previous sport loop for extra comfort.

[@alex25wrc]

Wouldn’t trust a Velcro strap on a big heavy watch. Also if you exercise often sweat, water , swimming 🏊‍♂️ ( no scuba diving just normal swimming) than I don’t see how it’s gonna last !!

[@maxquaini]

Agreed, I also reverse the band! :)

[@dennisbrill6087]

I don’t get my watch until Wednesday the sixth of this month and I got the beat green band coming so I got the medium my hope

[@marcs990]

Ur 100% right with how to fit the band. I think apple made a mistake. U shud contact them, they may give u a prize lol 😂. Greetings from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@HollywoodF1]

I saw those prices for the watches and I’m like WTF? Then I remembered I heard you say “aboat” instead of about and the mystery was solved. 🇨🇦

[@krazyeights]

Thanks for the comparison!

[@michelgray9242]

Nice review, I bought all three because... Well I can! 😂

[@leo7leo]

Same here😂 all three, all colours available. End of problem!

[@freddye7442]

Any of them worded, get whatever 3 party , 10, 15 20$ ,25 really good quality bands Apple is going crazy with 100$ band

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

I have the ocean band. I had to order the ultra by the band. It got delayed by weeks on order day. I had to order a yellow ocean band. Not a fan of the yellow. Ordered the dark one also.

[@celeneancalle9226]

Like the review! Thanks!

[@olliruokojoki6613]

DO NOT BUY AN ALPINE LOOP. Mine started tearing looping part after 6 months and now after almost a year its tearing from both sides at all metal points attached to the watch

[@starman9458]

I stick with the ocean band since it is easier to clean and drys much faster.

[@jerren4493]

I have all three Apple alpine bands for my AWU

[@rubberonasphalt]

Silicone rubber on the ocean band can definitely irritate some people, me included. Affects me most on warm days, when the silicone rubs/pinches my skin

[@ZanyZoomers]

The ocean isn’t black, its a dark navy. I did think it was black until i looked closer

[@dylanwhite6539]

Similar issue with the leather link that the alpine loop has. It’s way easier if the longer part of the band is at the top

[@VladimirMolokov]

What is the width of the fabric base, without the metal fastening of the case, of the ALPINE strap? I want to break (remove) metal fasteners and use them for ordinary mechanical watches instead of a NATO strap. There's either 20 mm or something else.

[@Omegaparsec]

Just measured one but it’s 26mm. Massive.

[@Dovehkis]

I feel like I’m a Pokémon trainer choosing my starter Pokémon for my adventure lol

[@PortableMediaReviews]

I really like the ocean band’s looks and material, but I have a 200mm (ish) wrist which is right on the edge of what apple recommends for the band (130mm wrists to 200mm wrists), so I may just have to buy the trail loop version since it supports larger wrists.

[@fanofcanes44]

Great and informative video. Like most I agree that the Trail Loop is the one I pick for my band and it is as you said lite and very comfortable on the wrist . Thanks will continue to subscribe and follow.....................Thanks👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@honestnewsnet]

Selling these watches with bands was a stupid move. They could have sold the watch and bands separately. So now if you want to exchange just the band you have replace the whole watch within 14 days. Just think of how many people did not like their band and had to return the whole watch. Really?

[@agiverreviga4592]

Do the Ultra bands fit perfectly with Series 7/8 45mm?

[@millenial_living101]

Yes

[@roberto7288]

No you can’t use the ultra bands on a regular series 7/8…

[@agiverreviga4592]

@@roberto7288 According to Apple you can lol that's why I'm asking, haven't seen anyone actually testing it

[@JoseCarlos-de3jh]

I have AW7 and Ultra. The Ultra bands fits perfectly on AW7.

[@SrMXP-on2cu]

You can, but the lugs will minimally be standing out from the watch.

[@Phat-rj3jo]

Apple uses the best rubber material of any brand out there, that includes high horology watch brands, well except RM, which uses FFKM. Apple uses FKM, both are an overkill for a wrist band.

[@Italianelectric]

Ocean band all day!

[@papafituae]

How water proof are the trail loop bands (swimming and showers)

[@mt142X]

Not very, they literally come apart when it starts to get wet.

[@solarasfire]

Amazing video! Thank you for very detailed review. Was exactly what I needed. 😊

[@LilyWillow22]

Did you go with s/m or m/l

[@skullyjones8234]

I m glad to see, you re also having tan lines and skinprints from wearing the watch😊. I thought it would be only me😂😊

[@brianpiscitelli8111]

does the alpine loop have titanium lugs ?

[@cindymfraser1518]

Yes. So does the trail loop. Only one that doesn’t is the ocean band.

[@acchelalacchelal350]

My favourite colour black alpine starp t 10 ultra wach

[@sq9411]

I bought small band I thought my hand small when I tried to wear it it’s too small for my hand bruh it cost a lot 😢

[@nickmazer2900]

Apple are taking the absolute Mickey with the price of the bands

[@logreanuiulianclaudiu3630]

Why not try all of them..😊

[@thepigeonhouse5385]

I love to watch this thnx buddy

[@thedjrush]

I have the blue and gray trail band and I was hoping to buy the black and orange one but not for $100 💀 lol

[@yannikbraun503]

did I mention its the heavier band

[@dwanemitchell7711]

I just bought 6 trail loop off of amazon for $24 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@fnfgoat]

Bro never took off his Apple Watch since it came out by the looks of things 😂😂

[@coachsaurav]

apple made velcro cool again..

[@jaywhite1141]

Im getting the yellow ocean band with my Apple Watch ultra

[@brucelin5842]

Why is this g shock look?

[@sharingmatters]

Please help me with this one. ⭐ Do you know what is the difference in length between medium and large Alpine Loop? ⭐ I tested Alpine Loop MEDIUM and I have it on the 4th loop from the end. I was considering LARGE one to move the G-hook a bit closer to the watch and to make it easier to take off the band. But I am afraid it may be to large. I have nowhere to try the large one. My wrist is 16 cm (6.3 inches).

[@shimanohenry3355]

Forget it......We got the same wrist size , the M "would " fit but i cannot "for the love of god" get my hand trough it without destroying my watch and the with the L its easier to take on/off but you´ll already be in the last loop and its just to loose. This Hook kills you watch , seriously

[@cindymfraser1518]

Mine came with the large and the g-hook is right at the last loop. Got the medium recently and the g-hook is at the third loop from the end

[@spainweddingphotography]

Wow,it looks like you burnt your skin off with those watches? Is it okay and healthy?

[@mdmoni8183]

I have the alphin loop but its fake😁

[@LaymanGamin]

The extension for the rubber ocean loop is 50 dollars smh same price as all the normal Watch bands even Nike. Apple doing too much

[@jaywhite1141]

How are you doing

[@mattiamanzi3147]

nice bro

[@SeanTube2099]

I find the other two bands ugly, the ocean band is the one for me.

[@speedbird737]

I bought all 3 designs lol

[@AshishKumar-lo5dc]

Spending £90 is not worthy to buy a ⌚️ strap , THERE are soo many branded smartwatches in $100 range

[@PreachPeacenotwar]

thank you plizzx

[@leeshapiro4240]

"telling you"? dont you mean "suggesting"

[@Thomas-yr9ln]

A hundred and nineteen dollars in American currency. 99 pounds UK. I bet the band outlasts the watch.

[@jackwong93]

Why is it $1000