Apple Watch Ultra 3 Wins
Winner
Apple Watch Ultra 3 product image

Apple Watch Ultra 3

8.9

Outdoor adventurers and athletes who want premium build quality with Apple ecosystem

VS
Apple Watch SE 3 product image

Apple Watch SE 3

8.6

iPhone users wanting the best smartwatch-fitness hybrid without premium pricing

David Nakamura
David Nakamura

Score Comparison

Criteria
Apple Watch Ultra 3
Apple Watch SE 3
Overall Score
8.9
8.6
Health Insights & AI
9.0
8.5
Sleep Tracking
8.5
8.2
Battery Life
7.5
6.5
Value for Money
6.5
8.0
Design & Comfort
9.2
9.0
Activity Tracking
9.5
8.8
App & Ecosystem
9.5
9.5

Pricing & Features

Specification
Apple Watch Ultra 3
Apple Watch SE 3
Price
$799
$249
Released
19-Sep-25
09-Sep-25

Making Your Decision

Apple Watch Ultra 3 logo

When to Choose Apple Watch Ultra 3

Outdoor adventurers and athletes who want premium build quality with Apple ecosystem

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is the ultimate fitness watch for iPhone users who demand rugged durability, satellite connectivity, and the most accurate GPS tracking available.

Strengths

  • Best-in-class GPS accuracy with dual-frequency
  • Satellite SOS and messaging when off-grid
  • Rugged titanium build with sapphire crystal
  • Hypertension detection and comprehensive health monitoring

Limitations

  • Premium $799 price tag
  • Requires iPhone
  • Large 49mm case may not suit smaller wrists
Apple Watch SE 3 logo

When to Choose Apple Watch SE 3

iPhone users wanting the best smartwatch-fitness hybrid without premium pricing

Apple Watch SE 3 delivers nearly everything the Series 11 offers at $150 less, making it the smartwatch to beat for iPhone users.

Strengths

  • Workout Buddy AI provides spoken motivation
  • Always-on display (new for SE)
  • Seamless iPhone integration
  • Vast App Store ecosystem

Limitations

  • Only 1-2 day battery life
  • iPhone required
  • No ECG or blood oxygen

Ready to Get Started?

Apple Watch Ultra 3 product image

Apple Watch Ultra 3

Score: 8.9
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Apple Watch SE 3

Score: 8.6