I Compared Every Apple Watch Ultra 2 Strap - (Trail vs Alpine vs Ocean)

In this video, I compare all of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 strap options in all of the different colours.
To save you some time:
0:00​​ 👋 Intro
0:15 ​​ 🌊 Ocean Band
1:49​​ 🏔️ Alpine Loop
4:52​​ 🏕️ Trail Loop
7:03​​ 🔋 Which One To Get?
📸 MY GEAR:
Ultra 2 with Ocean Band: amzn.to/3QYC4wm
Ultra 2 with Alpine Loop: amzn.to/3SYDbyJ
Ultra 2 with Trail Loop: amzn.to/3upj3eX

[@AdriHaine]

Thanks. You helped me deciding which strap to get.

[@CalvinYeap]

This is most helpful, great content! Thanks!

[@gretarorri]

I’m thinking of upgrading my Apple Watch this year to an Apple Watch Ultra but wasn’t sure what strap to choose… you explained this so well and in detail with the pros and cons for each of them… I’ve made up my mind… Trail Loop it is.. thanx for an awesome video 👍🏻

[@ShervinShares]

ocean band is my favorite

[@derksenjenny]

Also for sleep tracking ?

[@brucelin5842]

Which color is ur ocean band?

[@braddavister137]

I feel like even though apple didn’t say, the series one ocean bands are different than the series 2 ocean bands. I felt the series 2 bands were easier to put on and off especially when pulling the excess through the metal clasp

[@robwarden3418]

I have the oranges ocean and it’s a tad garish wish I got the sage alpine

[@brucelin5842]

What u mean?@@robwarden3418

[@RDRussell2]

This is precisely the video I was looking for - thank you so much for the helpful insights!

[@donaldstrader7241]

I got the blue Ocean Band with my Apple Ultra 2 watch and like having it for water-sports and such. For general use I am using the Pitaka carbon fiber which I like very much and find lighter in weight and more comfortable. There are some reviews out there of the pros and cons of the later, but I have not had it long enough. Thanks for the video.

[@domb363]

I have just bought an Apple Watch Ultra for Christmas and came across this video. Thanks for such an enjoyable and informative video I have just subbed 👍🏻

[@larissaoliveira648]

Thank you for the best video about this subject Sir. Lots of considerations made I had not seen anywhere else. Keep up the good work

[@MRCOOLER334]

1:25

[@TokyoTom64]

Super video, TY!

[@galogfc]

Thanks! Best video about this.

[@mattrox1221]

Keep it up man, great video

[@moyashisoba]

Thank you, this helps 🙂

[@ingGS]

Thanks for this video, you genuinely helped me make my decision.

[@kiimmiia]

This was such an informative and to-the-point video!! You pointed out so many features I didnt even consider like the typing with the alpine loop. Amazing video!!

[@deniserezabek4665]

Thank you, your video really helped me decide what band would be good for me.

[@BrunoDECOURCY]

The Ocean Band in Yellow color is awesome to wear everyday. I wear my Watch Ultra since Oct 2022 with this one. It is so comfortable and it looks so well on the Watch Ultra.

[@GeorgeSoan]

brilliant video, thanks

[@49rockon27]

Nice review. Thanks. Just subscribed 😀

[@RevilloMusic]

What a perfect video! You helped to not only make a choice which band type is good, also what color👍🏼

[@PackFan-tv5pj]

Very helpful video, thanks! Trail loop looks like the winner for everyday casual use.

[@snascarella]

Best video!! Thanx for sharing!!!

[@inhaleexhale]

Thank you for your very detailed and thorough comments on the Alpine Loop watch band and the others! I am looking for my first Apple Watch band and my first Apple Watch. I want to make sure I get the right one for my needs.

[@Emma-tm1mx]

wow subscribed thanks for the video

[@TooTurboTom]

I regularly find the hook on the alpine loop making contact with the watch ‘bezel’ and screen, particularly if I take my watch off a bit too hastily. I’m pretty sure I’ve got a few ‘dings’ on my watch case as a result. It’s avoidable, but still something to consider.

[@Yo_Side_Ninja]

👍👍👍 perfect info thankyou

[@jacksonj3082]

White Ocean Band for me as I regularly use the AU2 in the gym and live in a hot humid climate - sweat a ton. The Ocean Band works best with the amount of sweat and definitely does not get dirty. Super happy with the Ocean Band which is very comfortable.

[@farodopi5170]

for me too. the ocean orange is a bit too flashy for my taste and blue doesn't match all colours. White is just more discrete.

[@jehuti2468]

Nice vid man.. subbed

[@echos9396]

I like the Trail Loop, it’s the most comfortable for me.

[@brianoliver3061]

I just got my Apple ultra 2 on Wednesday and I love the ocean blue band it definitely fits but I am getting the rugged band look

[@jasoncheung8407]

Great video, Safwaan! Hope all is well! Still remember when you were at 1k subscribers. Congrats on crossing 10k!

[@Safwaan]

Thank you bro! 🤝

[@chrisgormley7939]

Good review, well edited 👍 I’ve got ultra 2 with blue and orange ocean bands. I believe you’ve got the titanium spring loaded loop incorrectly installed. See 1:34. I’ve got mine set up for the loop to be permanently fixed to the upper band, then you tuck in the end of the lower band into it. You shouldn’t have to disengage the spring loaded loop, each time you take off the watch. I might invest in a trail loop off the back of your review. Thanks

[@nathanbell6712]

That’s how you’re supposed to do it

[@FrankFiorentino]

I opted for the white ocean band. I thought the alpine and trail bands felt a bit flimsy and were not a good match for the size of the Ultra 2. I find the ocean band better if you are active and sweat is not a problem since the rubber is easy to clean. I also found the ocean band the most comfortable of the 3.

[@matissbreikss3416]

Thanks Safwaan, great video! I'm going for trail loop and I'm wondering what size should I go for. I have ~165mm wrist and both sizes S/M (130-180mm) and M/L (145-220mm) would fit. What could be your recommendation, S/M or M/L?

[@cakra321]

You’re not wearing the Alpine loop properly. You have it on backwards.

[@mopnem]

Sitting here thinking the same thing lol. Buddy is making a watch band vid & is wearing it incorrectly

[@kos3vil]

Just got my AWU2 a couple of days ago and got all 3 bands. I sleep with the trail loop, and I go to work with alpine loop and during weekends I plan to go with my orange ocean band

[@queenmallory]

Thank you for this comparison. I will surely solve most of the problems of many. If you are not 100% satisfied with the bands of the Apple Watch Ultra / Ultra 2, I recommend the sport bands of the Apple Watch classics 45mm. Merry Chrismas for all :)

[@jgleib]

I have a sport loop on my watch and I surf, swim or exercise with it every day and I have no issues with it in the water... it dries pretty quick. My last watch was an apple watch 4 which lasted 5 years and i maybe went through 2 sport loops total in that duration after heavy daily use... definitely the most comfortable for me

[@brucelin5842]

So should u size up the alpine loop to prevent from scratching? Is the g hook suppose to be on the side of ur wrist not bottom ?

[@dengamleidiot]

Great video

[@jakemichels6533]

Between these three I’m an ocean loop guy. I personally bought a braided solo loop for everyday use and that’s by far my favorite.

[@prasannashrestha5286]

I ordered a orange/ biege trail loop, hope it’s the best.

[@vranichavez8599]

Which size is your alpine loop??, I have a very similar wrist size and I would like to know which size to get for the alpine

[@gordiebrooks]

I remember many years ago buying a hook & loop fabric watch band !! Eventually the thing really started to pong.

[@brucelin5842]

What u think of the indigo alpine loop comparing to the orange ocean band which one looks better?

[@CrueLoaf]

Nice reviews, thank you. The Alpine Loop is comfortable but wow...it gets grubby FAST!!

[@tomasbradee2122]

you say you like the black/blue trail loop best but I honestly think the orange/grey trail loop looks best, especially, after seeing you wear it in other videos! nice vids, peace man.

[@stoppelli]

Muito obrigado pelo video, me ajudou muito.

[@Dr.JubairsFinance]

Nice comparison

[@Safwaan]

Thanks bro

[@ianm2411]

Excellent review. Struggling to work out the difference between the straps, trail loop for me based on your review. Thanks

[@swansong04]

I like the ocean band for running because you can clean it and it doesn't seem to get smelly.

[@willdoug6604]

orange ocean band is gorgeous

[@jaybird0312]

How big around are your wrists? I will be getting the Ultra soon and I'm worried its gonna be too big and look stoopid as Im a man with really thin wrists...

[@djoda83]

I am new to apple products, switched this year to phone and watch after years of using different android phones and watches and what is fascinating to me is how majority of people are not complaining about the type, quality, feeling and at the end pure impression of apple watch straps that you get of of the box. They are simply bad, with samsung and huawei which I used prior to apple watch your initial strap is far better in quality and visual impression. And with this 1000 € watch you get, well simply cheap looking strap that is inconvenient if you have to take it off on a daily basis.

[@ShervinShares]

1:46 that's my favorite shot

[@Safwaan]

Naturally

[@RadoDani]

Trail loop is my favorite. But I suggest regular silicone straps that are meant for non-Ultra Apple Watch. You can get tons of colors (originals and third party as well) and they supremely comfortable.

[@rsouthwick]

It would help if you turned the Alpine loop around... so that the hook would be on the inside of the wrist. If you do that, all the issues you brought up are mitigated.

[@farodopi5170]

but then don't you get the buckle in the way on your wrist?

[@djmikeyt9168]

Southwick is correct. He beat me to it. Your using the buckle incorrectly. It goes on the main band and you set it once. Never open it again.

[@WooDeWow]

Will my milinese loop and sport loop from my 42mm Series 2 Apple Watch work with an Apple Watch Ultra 49mm or even the series 9 45mm?? I’m considering upgrading from my stainless steel series 2 to a new watch…

[@murnikevgen]

Ocean orange band my favourite

[@Bierkameel]

I like my ocean band but it is way too short for my wrists, I only have 2 holes left at the end of the strap that barely fit under the keeper.

[@Oleg__]

Ocean Band Orange and Yellow.

[@user-bg7df6bu6g]

I go with trail loop. One, it’s like the sport’s loop. Which I love, and second, it’s the easiest to put on

[@Charlottecars]

easiest to steal off your wrist too

[@user-bg7df6bu6g]

@@Charlottecars ?

[@giancarloarrobarodriguez5291]

With the Alpine band problem with the hook damaging the case happen because of a too small band order.

[@kefkapalazzo1]

I need a black band, but this is cool to learn more about the given bands I thought they all came in one color 😭 silly me

[@brucelin5842]

If my wrists size is 165 cm what size should I choose for alpine loop?

[@blacksterangel]

I noticed that your wrist size is almost identical to mine. What Alpine loop size do you have? I have an L and on my wrist (158mm) it goes all the way to the last hook and is still slightly loose. I'm thinking of getting another one but not sure if I should get the M or L size.

[@Safwaan]

Mine was M

[@DJ.Skyhawk]

For 3rd party, Nomad white sport band and Nomad titanium band *chefs kiss*

[@g1andonly1]

You are wearing your alpine loop wrong. The hook goes up. Switch your top and bottom bands so you pull the strap from the bottom.

[@Safwaan]

Fair enough, the G-hook still lands in the same place under the wrist though

[@redboy.]

@@Safwaanthen you bought the wrong size. This whole video is crap. Do better research next time.

[@weswanders]

1:35 are you taking the titanium strap keeper off in order to remove the strap on the ocean band? That isn't necessary.

[@2000kikilin]

Was looking to see if anyone else noticed that. Thought it was just a “set and forget” type of thing once you have it where you want it

[@shrtal]

Trail strap deteriorates with time especially if you live somewhere warm, sweat just wears it out. There are also very good non apple straps out there, try Spigen for example.

[@b.i.g.brothersinguitars249]

Why would you take the loop off every time you unfasten the watch ?

[@nikolaimendoza9568]

I’ve been wearing and have tried every genuine Apple watch band and my personal favorites are: the Braided Solo Loop (just make sure you get the right size), the Ultra Trail Loop and the discontinued Nike Sport Band. The Alpine Loop and the Ocean band are both too bulky and a truly a hassle to wear and annoying to adjust and re-adjust- I seriously wouldn’t recommend them.

[@rizkiakbariyan]

What size that you bought for ocean band? Please let me know. Thankyou.

[@HappyCamper334]

Only one size homie

[@RaphaelChaia]

The ocean band is too small for some people. To fit properly, I would need to buy an extension separately, and that's absurd: I have to use my watch literally on the last hole of the band that comes with it. Switched for the Alpine Loop.

[@BrunoDECOURCY]

Trail Loop, I have one, dark grey and orange from . too flimsy for my taste.

[@shahinq7]

Trail loop 🐐

[@bamaboyburns8079]

The alpine loop looks fantastic on the watch not a big fan of the ocean band the trail loop looks good too but team alpine loop here

[@labib.gamarz3257]

Alpine loop is my favourite 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Bunszoi]

Great video @Safwaan - Question, where can we buy the straps only? and how much?

[@Safwaan]

They’re usually available from the Apple Store but depends on the country you’re from

[@brucelin5842]

Do u think it’s worth it to buy all 3 band from Apple ?

[@Safwaan]

It’s like having three cars on the driveway. You can only drive one at a time. And each car is better suited for different types of journeys. Or you go with one practical car and use it for everything. The answer to your question depends on the person.

[@brucelin5842]

@@Safwaan so which band and color do u think it’s the best beside the trail loop?

[@MarcellJjr]

trail loop for the win

[@Cmal8900]

Titanium is strong but picks up a lot of scratches in general, just the nature of the material.

[@coreyburns2074]

Me personally really like alpine loop they all unique I’m not a huge fan of the ocean band

[@mas96]

For me the ocean is the best! Is water proof and doesn't get as dirty! And waaay durable !

[@meghanachowdary1152]

As well as the Alpine loop, but my least favourite is the ocean band. I think it’s the most uncomfortable band ever it leaves marks on my wrist

[@alexace4858]

This video was probably super expensive each band goes for 50 to 100 dollars 😭 thank you for the review though

[@itsyourdaddy6646]

is salt water not to aggressive for the ultra 2

[@IceBlueLugia]

It can handle salt water just fine. I’m sure there’s other more researched videos that can verify it in more detail if my assurance isn’t enough

[@denniss1211]

New band ... I think some company (if not Apple) will offer an adapter so the old bands can still be used with the new band connection... that could be EVERY band company.

[@wpsvideoproduction]

the alpine loop looks like the band on some old undies

[@ma6ik444]

I bought one of them alpine loop band (Not Apple), it clips in place but it slides just a little bit. Do the alpine loop from Apple does the same or does it stay in place?

[@Anakena3]

Spent many hours to get a sense of the differences. Now I got them all (lucky me): most confortable to sleep with it for instance, to get the exact tension: Trail (but the ugliest IMO, and wear off easily), the most orginal: Alpine, techy, but a pain to put one and off, like it quite a lot and the Ocean, most robust, good flex, nice look, but bulkier and heavier most resistant. Apple did a great job at... having them complement one an other so you would have to buy them lol. on my end, I bought them second hand, so price reasonable. Day to day : trail (because I track my sleep) then I switch between ocean and Alpine

[@Safwaan]

Woo! Team trail loop

[@DTaylorYoutubeChannel]

Wait… the sapphire glass will scratch?

[@user-bv7nv5se3q]

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[@sambaja]

Bro what why do u take the little loop off the ocean band every time you unlatch it?? Just keep the loop in the hole and slide the band out and in. So much simpler

[@bknapp462]

one thing you forgot to mention is, the velcro kills the band after months!!! This kills the usefulness

[@daloliveira5209]

So I'm finally upgrading from my Watch 8 to an Ultra... I hope they don't make a black version for the Watch X this year otherwise I'll be sad..lol... I think a black version would be the best...

[@Tommy0429]

You didn't give the weight of the Trail Loop

[@jimmantle4361]

Can’t believe you were taking the movable titanium clip off the ocean band to get the watch on and off - it’s designed to just be sized to your wrist, put in place ONCE, and you just slip the lose end of the strap under it 🤦🏻. “Hardest to remove” !?

[@Safwaan]

Sure you can keep the titanium clip attached, remove the spring-loaded top and slide the band out then remove it from the buckle. But that’s still the hardest band to remove out the three.

[@AllisonGamez-eu2sh]

Can i please please have the apple watch ultra

[@meghanachowdary1152]

Team Trail loop because it’s the most comfortable band ever and why is nobody talking about it

[@chippy511]

I don’t like that hook thing ! Fiddly to put on and take off.