I Tried 20 Budget Apple Watch Straps: These Are My Top 5

[@bme7491]

After using the Apple loop band, I won't go back. Love that it has no buckles and is extremely comfortable. Washable too.

[@ShivsStudio]

Did you get it with your watch or did you purchase it separately?

[@bme7491]

@@ShivsStudio I bought the watch with the silicone band but hated it. Went back to the Apple Store and bought the loop.

[@SSCluke]

Absolutely agree, only "design" downside I see is combination of majority bands with 22-24mm width look funny thin with Ultra or 44-46 with some protection case. I am personaly using Spigen Rugged armor with UAG Active watch strap with proper 30mm width.

[@ShivsStudio]

I agree, although I think there are a lot of people that bought the Ultra just for its size rather than its rugged capabilities, so I don't think they'd mind going for a more sleek watch strap.

[@susannolen998]

The Newways band looks nice in black but I've been looking for the gold color. Their gold color looks terrible, like it's yellow.

[@ShivsStudio]

Yeah most options on Amazon are yellow gold whereas Apple’s link bracelet has a slightly more bronze tint.

[@lowerthet0ne465]

How is your number one strap holding up. I see they are on sale and was going to purchase one and saw a review of someone who had bought a green one and it had fallen apart after 4 months.

[@ShivsStudio]

Good so far, although I've only had it for two months.

[@watchbavaria]

very delightful presentation, well done! I have my eyes on the link band, might get it. I also love that Apple made this jet black with its polished finish!

[@ShivsStudio]

Thank you, I'm glad you found it useful. The link band is a great choice!

[@jakubkazak3539]

I have The newways metal strap and it doesn’t exactly fit me, and there is nothing in between but I really like it

[@ShivsStudio]

Have you removed the links to adjust it to size?

[@jakubkazak3539]

@@ShivsStudio I have removed some links yes, problem is if I add just one link it will be a bit too loose if I remove one I won’t be able to close it it’s just a tiny bit tight but it’s liveable

[@Krp006]

​@@jakubkazak3539 I feel ya bro 😢

[@diedevandewoestijne3453]

Does the colour of the NewWays stainlees steel match to the apple watch titanium slate??

[@ShivsStudio]

It doesn't, the NewWays bracelet is black whereas slate is more of a dark grey.

[@mustbeice]

New ways has a titanium option that matches Apple Watch perfectly… my Apple Watch Ultra 2 came in today.

[@ShivsStudio]

@@mustbeice I believe Titanium is a lighter shade compared to Titanium slate.

[@RobertCouret-k7g]

What mm watch size are you wearing? Thanks, great video.

[@ShivsStudio]

Thank you, it's the 45mm Series 8.

[@n6stmd16]

Amazing review

[@ShivsStudio]

Thanks!

[@LuvvAviation]

I can’t find anything similar to the sport and, any recommendations since the suggestion you gave is only available in the UK?

[@ShivsStudio]

Where are you based?

[@LuvvAviation]

US

[@Ariozo111]

Spigen do Solid low-cost bands, too bad they do not use Black links/color on most of the solid ones and just titanium that looks crap on a black watch. :)

[@ShivsStudio]

I found a black metal Spigen band: amzn.to/3BJ9smO

[@Kalimatullah_Yoh1-1.14]

no test on casetify ?

[@ShivsStudio]

Casetify is unfortunately not a budget option.

[@Youdude3]

is it possible to shorten a cheap milanese watch band? they're all so long

[@ShivsStudio]

Are you looking at one in particular?

[@Youdude3]

@@ShivsStudio The latest Milanese titanium one with the side latches.

[@ShivsStudio]

@@Youdude3 the official Apple option can be adjusted, but I don't know about cheaper alternatives.

[@yellezalan]

besides NewWays - those aren't budget at all. They are just different price point but from good brands as well.

[@ShivsStudio]

I'm not sure what you mean - NewWays is the second most expensive strap on that list.

[@yellezalan]

@ if I’m not mistaken spigen look alike bands you can order from Amazon for same price but x3 x4 of quantity. Just saying. Maybe I wasn’t paying a lot of attention to simple bands

[@ShivsStudio]

I think it's important to balance quality and budget. While there are definitely watch straps available at lower prices than the ones I featured, I wanted to showcase 5 that are worth investing in for their quality, design, and durability.

[@yhass10]

i use the stainless steel silver strap from amazon,.....

[@ShivsStudio]

Which one?

[@yhass10]

@@ShivsStudio dado brand

[@SoNowWhat]

Very useful information. I can’t justify paying the inflated prices Apple wants for their bands.

[@ShivsStudio]

Thank you, I'm glad you found it useful.

[@IEA_455]

Saw them all and they suck. Good buy. Also the rubber on the Apple Watch bands wear down slower and don’t get all shiny like some of the cheap ones

[@ShivsStudio]

What don't you like about them?

[@DerSchweiz3r]

Apple Bands are so expensive because it's high-end quality.

[@ShivsStudio]

I don't think any of the bands I've reviewed could be considered poor quality and actually offer great value for money.

[@DerSchweiz3r]

@@ShivsStudio That's a matter of opinion. ✌🏻😉

[@ShivsStudio]

@@DerSchweiz3r absolutely! If you had to pick though, which of the five would you buy?

[@DerSchweiz3r]

@@ShivsStudio I have an original Link bracelet, so I would not take the replica. If then one of the two nylon bands. But unfortunately they have silver connectors. I only have a black Ultra 2.

[@ShivsStudio]

The Black Ultra 2 is a great choice. Review on that coming soon too!