What is the difference between the SE (2nd Gen) and the SE (1st Gen)?

The second generation uses a newer chip, which Apple says is up to 20% faster, and adds Crash Detection. The case design, display and battery life are essentially unchanged.

How is it different from the Apple Watch Series 8?

The Series 8 adds an always-on display, ECG, blood oxygen sensing and temperature sensing. The SE keeps the same core performance and safety features while costing less.

How long does the battery last?

Apple rates it for up to 18 hours of normal use, which in practice means charging it once a day, usually overnight.

Can I use it with Family Setup for a child?

Yes. Family Setup lets you pair the watch to a family member's iPhone so a kid or older adult can make calls, send texts and use safety features without their own iPhone.

Does it work with Android phones?

No. The Apple Watch SE requires an iPhone running a recent version of iOS to set up and use.

Is the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) worth it?

It is the least expensive way into a current Apple Watch with the fast chip and the full safety suite. You give up the always-on display and advanced health sensors, which most casual users do not need.

Where is the Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) cheapest?

At Walmart, for $109.00, 55% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation)?

8 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Walmart, PickYourPlum, DailySteals, UntilGone.com.

Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation)

Best price now

$109.00at WalmartChecked Nov 8

55% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 8 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when. Store links may earn us a commission. Price via Klarna.

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What reviewers say

Owners generally rate the SE (2nd Gen) as the best value Apple Watch, praising its speed, comfort and safety features for what it offers. Common complaints are the missing always-on display and the roughly one-day battery.

What people mention

DisplayCriticisedReviewers miss the always-on display that pricier Apple Watches have, since the screen turns off when the wrist lowers.
BatteryCriticisedOwners report roughly a day of use per charge and say they charge it nightly.
PerformancePraisedBuyers describe the watch as fast and smooth, noticeably quicker than the first SE.
Fit and comfortPraisedWearers call it light and comfortable enough to sleep in.
Safety featuresPraisedFall Detection and Emergency SOS are frequently cited as reasons parents and older buyers choose it.
Health sensorsMixedHeart rate and irregular rhythm notifications are seen as useful, but the lack of ECG and blood oxygen sensing is noted.

About the Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation)

The Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) is a smartwatch for calls, texts, activity tracking, health notifications and safety features. It is up to 20% faster than the previous Apple Watch SE. You can take calls and reply to texts from your wrist.

Safety features include Fall Detection, Emergency SOS and Crash Detection. The watch also sends high and low heart rate notifications and irregular rhythm notifications. Family Setup lets kids and older adults use the watch too.

The watch tracks your daily activity, and you can see your trends in the Fitness app on iPhone. The enhanced Workout app offers more advanced ways to train. Apple Pay lets you make purchases from your wrist.

Generation

2nd generation

Case sizes

40 mm, 44 mm

Model numbers

40 mm: MNTN3LL/A; 44 mm: MNU03LL/A

Connectivity

GPS + Cellular models, Wi-Fi

Performance

Up to 20% faster than the previous Apple Watch SE

Safety

Fall Detection, Emergency SOS, Crash Detection