Got the Ultra 2 with the Ocean blue band since I loved the sport band on my old SE, and I love it (from a practical and stylish perspective). It doesn't get soaking wet while working out and getting it on is not even close to a problem at all. Very easy once you get used to it.
@ShervinShares10 ай бұрын
ocean band is my favorite
@derksenjenny9 ай бұрын
Also for sleep tracking ?
@brucelin58429 ай бұрын
Which color is ur ocean band?
@braddavister1379 ай бұрын
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
@robwarden34189 ай бұрын
I have the oranges ocean and it’s a tad garish wish I got the sage alpine
@brucelin58429 ай бұрын
What u mean?@@robwarden3418
@gretarorri7 ай бұрын
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 👍🏻
@TooTurboTom8 ай бұрын
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.
@FrankFiorentino9 ай бұрын
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.
@RDRussell23 ай бұрын
This is precisely the video I was looking for - thank you so much for the helpful insights!
@bunkermagnus8 күн бұрын
Great breakdown of these bands without any fuzz, thank you!
@donaldstrader72419 ай бұрын
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.
@jacksonj30829 ай бұрын
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.
@farodopi51706 ай бұрын
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.
@kodiak7Ай бұрын
I’ve been using my trail band with my gen 1 ultra(which I bought within a week of release) and its condition is still awesome. (I swim, shower and exercise in it). Only change it when I dress for a nice event
@chrisgormley79398 ай бұрын
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
@nb31b8 ай бұрын
That’s how you’re supposed to do it
@echos93969 ай бұрын
I like the Trail Loop, it’s the most comfortable for me.
@BrunoDECOURCY9 ай бұрын
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.
@AdriHaine5 ай бұрын
Thanks. You helped me deciding which strap to get.
@ShervinShares10 ай бұрын
1:46 that's my favorite shot
@Safwaan10 ай бұрын
Naturally
@jakemichels65334 ай бұрын
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.
@thiegoac2 ай бұрын
Do you guys know where to buy good brands (copy) ? The original is so expensive
@jgleib5 ай бұрын
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
@btcpyrАй бұрын
1:33 you don't need to take off the spring loaded loop to take off the Ocean Band, you just untuck/tuck it. It works like a traditional watch band.
@cakra3218 ай бұрын
You’re not wearing the Alpine loop properly. You have it on backwards.
@mopnem4 ай бұрын
Sitting here thinking the same thing lol. Buddy is making a watch band vid & is wearing it incorrectly
@keenobservations305016 күн бұрын
Oh the horror! 😂
@PackFan-tv5pj3 ай бұрын
Very helpful video, thanks! Trail loop looks like the winner for everyday casual use.
@swansong043 ай бұрын
I like the ocean band for running because you can clean it and it doesn't seem to get smelly.
@rsouthwick9 ай бұрын
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.
@farodopi51706 ай бұрын
but then don't you get the buckle in the way on your wrist?
@djmikeyt91686 ай бұрын
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.
@alfredojuarezgaleana71379 күн бұрын
The alpine loop is elastic and I find that I can take it off and put it on without undoing the fastener by stretching it.
@inhaleexhale3 ай бұрын
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.
@kiimmiia7 ай бұрын
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!!
@Oleg__9 ай бұрын
Ocean Band Orange and Yellow.
@mmuussiiccmmaann693 ай бұрын
Great video thanks ! You brought out all my questions/concerns top notch !!!
@CalvinYeap7 ай бұрын
This is most helpful, great content! Thanks!
@District.2414 күн бұрын
Excellent video. Informative. Thank you.
@skd29 күн бұрын
You can get rid of the fluff on your trail loop with a cheap razor blade, shaving it off.
@occain88103 ай бұрын
I have the trail loop and it is the most comfortable
@RadoDani7 ай бұрын
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.
@ollid1242 ай бұрын
The alpine loop doesn’t retain much water at all, it drs as soon as I’ve dried myself after showering before bed. Also go for a larger size and wear the strap the other way round to what you have shown, you won’t scratch your keyboard or hit the watch face when removing 👍🏼
@larissaoliveira6488 ай бұрын
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
@MRCOOLER3344 ай бұрын
1:25
@slob50412 ай бұрын
I noticed they’re designed with tighter tolerances to obscure the lugs being too high so the band just falls down rather than jutting out
@domb3638 ай бұрын
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 👍🏻
@deniserezabek46653 ай бұрын
Thank you, your video really helped me decide what band would be good for me.
@gordiebrooks6 ай бұрын
I remember many years ago buying a hook & loop fabric watch band !! Eventually the thing really started to pong.
@dukemarmaduke9403 ай бұрын
Bros channel is underrated
@weswanders8 ай бұрын
1:35 are you taking the titanium strap keeper off in order to remove the strap on the ocean band? That isn't necessary.
@2000kikilin3 ай бұрын
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
@queenmallory9 ай бұрын
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 :)
@kefkapalazzo14 ай бұрын
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
@willdoug66047 ай бұрын
orange ocean band is gorgeous
@giancarloarrobarodriguez52914 ай бұрын
With the Alpine band problem with the hook damaging the case happen because of a too small band order.
@djoda839 ай бұрын
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.
@RevilloMusic6 ай бұрын
What a perfect video! You helped to not only make a choice which band type is good, also what color👍🏼
@brianoliver30615 ай бұрын
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
@shrtal4 ай бұрын
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.
@ingGS4 ай бұрын
Thanks for this video, you genuinely helped me make my decision.
@kos3vil3 ай бұрын
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
@Fernando_1903Ай бұрын
All your bands are from apple or you bought a third part band? I am in doubt about what of them I get with the watch and if make sense to pay $99 for a genuine band!! Probably I will go with trail loop, but I also want a ocean band for different occasion
@bamaboyburns80794 ай бұрын
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
@Jeffkeebz752 ай бұрын
Just ordered the ultra 2 (first watch) with the black and blue trail loop! The flexible slip on elastic style loop in the Apple Store was by far the nicest band I tried on. Secure on wrist, fast and easy to put on and can switch around to face up or down in 1/2 a second. Ha Went on Amazon and ordered 2 of the knock off versions of this style. Hope they hold up!
@pdfortune2 ай бұрын
Seems like the Series 9 has better band options.
@g1andonly19 ай бұрын
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.
@Safwaan9 ай бұрын
Even if you switch the orientation, the titanium G-hook will sit under the wrist.
@redboy.3 ай бұрын
@@Safwaanthen you bought the wrong size. This whole video is crap. Do better research next time.
@Safwaan3 ай бұрын
@@redboy. S/M is the correct size. Tell me - what are your issues with my video?
@redboy.3 ай бұрын
@@Safwaan since you asked: 1. You don’t know how to wear the alpine loop. 2. You clearly bought the wrong size since it’s underneath your wrist, but sure, you know better. 🤪 3. Your audio has a lot to be desired.
@joeromph2133 ай бұрын
@@Safwaan. Ignore him. He’s being a jerk. Audio is fine by the way!
@murnikevgen7 ай бұрын
Ocean orange band my favourite
@nikolaimendoza95688 ай бұрын
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.
@mas967 ай бұрын
For me the ocean is the best! Is water proof and doesn't get as dirty! And waaay durable !
@moyashisoba8 ай бұрын
Thank you, this helps 🙂
@galogfc10 ай бұрын
Thanks! Best video about this.
@superfast302 ай бұрын
Solo loop is best for the ultra in my books!
@DJ.Skyhawk9 ай бұрын
For 3rd party, Nomad white sport band and Nomad titanium band *chefs kiss*
@alexace48587 ай бұрын
This video was probably super expensive each band goes for 50 to 100 dollars 😭 thank you for the review though
@TokyoTom645 ай бұрын
Super video, TY!
@WooDeWow5 ай бұрын
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…
@PingoFrancis332 ай бұрын
Hi ! Thanks for the video ! Is the ocean the best for triathlon ?
@RaphaelChaia8 ай бұрын
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.
@CrueLoaf10 ай бұрын
Nice reviews, thank you. The Alpine Loop is comfortable but wow...it gets grubby FAST!!
@denniss12114 ай бұрын
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.
@tomasbradee21229 ай бұрын
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.
@sambaja5 ай бұрын
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
@Bierkameel8 ай бұрын
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.
@EashanurRahman17 күн бұрын
I agree
@Cmal89008 ай бұрын
Titanium is strong but picks up a lot of scratches in general, just the nature of the material.
@GeorgeSoan7 ай бұрын
brilliant video, thanks
@wollywinter47Ай бұрын
Can I use the Ocean Band also in a river and in a lake or only in an ocean ? This question is vey important to me. Tks.
@santivalle742910 күн бұрын
Are u kidding me??😂 It’s made for water, dc if it’s in ocean, lake or wherever
@JB-hq9yj3 күн бұрын
No. If you used it anywhere other than the ocean you will die.
@meghanachowdary11526 ай бұрын
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
@jasoncheung840710 ай бұрын
Great video, Safwaan! Hope all is well! Still remember when you were at 1k subscribers. Congrats on crossing 10k!
@Safwaan10 ай бұрын
Thank you bro! 🤝
@labib.gamarz32576 ай бұрын
Alpine loop is my favourite 🥰🥰🥰🥰
@snascarella6 ай бұрын
Best video!! Thanx for sharing!!!
@prsnnstha7 ай бұрын
I ordered a orange/ biege trail loop, hope it’s the best.
@The_VBM2 ай бұрын
How tall are you, Mr.Safwaan ? We got the same wrist size, but Im in the 5.8"range, thinking of buying one of the new ultras, but still worried it is gonna look too bulky and out place on my wrists. Ty for the video and congratz on the channel. Pce out !!!
@vranichavez85999 ай бұрын
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
@coreyburns20746 ай бұрын
Me personally really like alpine loop they all unique I’m not a huge fan of the ocean band
@IkennaOnyike9 ай бұрын
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
@Charlottecars8 ай бұрын
easiest to steal off your wrist too
@IkennaOnyike8 ай бұрын
@@Charlottecars ?
@mattrox12219 ай бұрын
Keep it up man, great video
@brucelin58429 ай бұрын
What u think of the indigo alpine loop comparing to the orange ocean band which one looks better?
@Yo_Side_Ninja7 ай бұрын
👍👍👍 perfect info thankyou
@wpsvideoproduction4 ай бұрын
the alpine loop looks like the band on some old undies
@Dr.JubairsFinance10 ай бұрын
Nice comparison
@Safwaan10 ай бұрын
Thanks bro
@brucelin58429 ай бұрын
If my wrists size is 165 cm what size should I choose for alpine loop?
@49rockon279 ай бұрын
Nice review. Thanks. Just subscribed 😀
@jaybird03126 ай бұрын
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...
@matissbreikss34169 ай бұрын
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?
@Safwaan3 ай бұрын
I recommend S/M
@Emma-tm1mx9 ай бұрын
wow subscribed thanks for the video
@stoppelli5 ай бұрын
Muito obrigado pelo video, me ajudou muito.
@jehuti24689 ай бұрын
Nice vid man.. subbed
@dsj42892 ай бұрын
Umm you’re using the ocean band wrong you put the loop near the top so you can tuck the tail of the band in you don’t need to take it off at all ??
@brucelin58429 ай бұрын
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 ?
@redboy.3 ай бұрын
Yes, size up.
@zdwdadwdawdawdwad8 ай бұрын
one thing you forgot to mention is, the velcro kills the band after months!!! This kills the usefulness