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Apple Watch Series 8 GPS Aluminum Case Sport Band

Apple Watch Series 8 GPS Aluminum Case Sport Band

4.6(8,400 ratings)

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $159.00 at Walmart (checked Nov 10, 2026).
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Apple Watch Series 8 GPS Aluminum Case Sport Band

The Apple Watch Series 8 is Apple's mainstream smartwatch, pairing an always-on Retina display with an aluminum case and Ion-X glass. It adds a skin temperature sensor for cycle tracking, crash detection and a blood oxygen sensor on top of the usual heart rate, GPS and sleep tracking. It is swimproof and works with iPhone only. Reviewers rate it highly for fitness tracking and iPhone integration, but note the battery still needs a nightly charge and the design barely changed from earlier models.

Best foriPhone owners who want a full-featured smartwatchRunners and gym-goers tracking workouts and recoveryPeople who want crash detection and cycle trackingSwimmers who need a water-resistant watch
Pros
  • Always-on Retina display stays readable at a glance
  • Accurate GPS and heart rate tracking for runs and rides
  • Blood oxygen and skin temperature sensors add health data
  • Crash detection and fall detection built in
  • Swimproof and fine for pool and open-water swims
  • Deep iPhone integration for calls, messages and payments
Cons
  • Battery lasts about a day and needs nightly charging
  • Works only with iPhone, not Android
  • Design and chip are close to the Series 7
  • Sleep tracking needs a charging routine to work well

Apple Watch Series 8 GPS Aluminum Case Sport Band prices at every store

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    $159.00Checked 1 h ago
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    $319.99Checked 1 h ago
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Apple Watch Series 8 GPS Aluminum Case Sport Band price history

Lowest price we've seen: $159.00 on Nov 10 at Walmart. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

  • 4.6 / 58,400 ratings

Owners rate it highly, praising the display, fitness accuracy and iPhone integration. The most common complaints are battery life and the small step up from the Series 7.

What people mention
  • BatteryCriticisedOwners say it needs a charge roughly every day, so sleep tracking takes planning.
  • DisplayPraisedThe always-on screen is called bright and easy to read outdoors.
  • Fitness trackingPraisedReviewers find GPS and heart rate data accurate for runs, rides and gym sessions.
  • Health sensorsMixedBlood oxygen and temperature readings are seen as useful but not something most people check daily.
  • Upgrade valueCriticisedOwners of the Series 7 say the changes are too small to justify switching.

Specifications

Hardware Sensors
GPS, Blood Oxygen Sensor
GPS
Yes
Heart Rate Monitoring
Yes
Sleep Monitoring
Yes
Step Counting
Yes
Calorie Computation
Yes
Tracking Feature Type
Activity tracking

Questions and answers

Is the Series 8 worth it over the Series 7?
Only if you want crash detection, skin temperature sensing or a newer model. Otherwise the Series 7 covers the same core fitness and health tracking.
Does it work with Android phones?
No. The Apple Watch requires an iPhone and will not pair with Android devices.
Can I swim with it?
Yes. It is swimproof and rated for pool and shallow open-water swimming, though you should rinse it after salt water.
How long does the battery last?
About a day of normal use, less with GPS workouts. Most owners charge it overnight or during a shower.
What is in the box?
The watch, a Sport Band and a magnetic charging cable. A power adapter is not included.
Does it track sleep?
Yes, it tracks sleep stages, but you need to charge it outside your sleep window to keep the feature running.
Where is the Apple Watch Series 8 GPS Aluminum Case Sport Band cheapest?
At Walmart, for $159.00, 50% off, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Apple Watch Series 8 GPS Aluminum Case Sport Band?
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 8,400 ratings.
Where can I buy the Apple Watch Series 8 GPS Aluminum Case Sport Band?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Best Buy.

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Case Material
Aluminum
Activities Tracked
Sleep stages tracking, Advanced workout metrics
Tracking Type
GPS
Water Resistance
Water-Resistant
Waterproof
Swimproof
Scratch Resistance
Ion-X strengthened glass
Shock Resistance
Increased durability for fitness and activity
Display Diagonal Size
41 mm
Display Type
Retina display
Touch Screen
Yes
Display Features
Always-on display
Step Counter
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Cellular
Yes
Connectivity Interfaces
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Supported OS
iOS - Apple, Apple Watch OS
NFC
Yes