We on the WIRED Gear team agree: If you have an iPhone, the Apple Watch is the best wearable to go with it. But which version should you buy? This year, Apple launched the Series 9 and the new Ultra Watch 2, the update to last year's rugged sports watch. The company has stopped selling last year's Series 8, but you can still find them at online retailers (sometimes for a significant discount), along with older models. All of these watches look pretty similar and share a rotating stable of features. Here, we break down which one is best for you, and whether older models are worth the price.
Be sure to check out our other buying guides, like the Best iPads, Best Smartwatches, and Best iPhones.
Updated September 2023: We added the Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 and updated links and prices.
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