I have both the SE watch and the Series 7 and I can honestly say for what I use them for they are both brilliant! I would recommend the SE watch over the 7 purely based on price that’s it
The 7 charges 33% faster than the 6, but it goes to 100% when comparing to the SE. From 0-80%, the 7 makes it in 45 minutes while the SE takes 90. If you use the Watch for sleep tracking, charging it while you're awake, that means the Watch is back on your wrist 45 minutes earlier. That makes a lot of difference considering it will be a daily occurrence if you're a heavy user.
I went for the SE as my first smart watch and im very happy with it. Its only a tiny bit pity not to have blood oxygen and ECG, because im 99% sure I would play with that features first 2 weeks just for fun and then never use it. More interesting features are always on and larger screen. I went with the 40mm. I like the larger screen of 44mm but it looks too bulky and heavy for me. With the series 7 I could have the 44mm SE screen in a 41mm case. Also i think its more fun to upgrade after 3-4 years, when i then finally get always on and larger screen. Im very happy with apple watch in general. I never wore any sort of watch and now i can finally check the time without digging for my phone, navigate with maps, see all sorts of notifications and track my training. Also i love the remote camera in combination with my $3 tripod. No one _needs_ a smart watch. For me its 60% convenience and 30% gimmick and 10% sports.
@@m4robotx2channel61 I didn't mean to say that apple watch SE should have these sensors. I just tried to explain my reasoning and experiencing in comparison with the series 7.
Yes! Se already give me for a good starter for use Apple Watch. But for me, upgrade? No I won’t 🤣🤣 I’m adventurous person but didn’t use for the ecg, and blood oxygen level 😅🤣
I’ve had 3 the series 4 twice and I still went with the SE. It seems perfect for answering phone calls and also messages, which is pretty much what I use it for.
I’m an ER doc, and the number of people I’ve seen with high pulses readings on their smart watches and NOTHING ELSE is kinda frustrating. No chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations or fainting. They’re completely normal on formal ECG. I’m like ‘So if you weren’t wearing that watch, you wouldn’t be here? Maybe you should be at the Apple store instead of the ER?!’ Quick hint: you don’t need an Apple Watch to check your heart rate, just feel your pulse right next to the watch.
I had the choice to pick between the SE or the 7. I went with the SE for $230. The extra bells and whistles the 7 has weren’t worth the extra $200 in my opinion.
I own a SE and very much happy about it. The always ON display is not an absolute necessity because the screen lits up upon your wrist movement. Why would I want to leave the screen ON always. But that's just my learnings. The main reason for not opting the Series 6 / 7 is: "The Blood Oxygen app measurements are not intended for medical use, including self-diagnosis or consultation with a doctor, and are only designed for general fitness and wellness purposes". If it's not fit for medical use, why risk your life for the additional feature. A more appropriate pulse oximeter for about $12 which is much more reliable and sufficient.
@@vertihvost7675 a dedicated device will tend to outperform a more expensive generalized platform. This is common in all technical fields. The Apple Watch may cost hundreds, but the sensor for the ecg is probably a dollar at scale if I had to make a guess.
I recently bought the SE for Christmas, and I honestly can’t recommend it enough. If you look past the extra features, the SE offers practically the same functionally as the 7, for $100 cheaper. Also, if color and style is a concern for you, you can just buy a case (something I’d recommend anyways if you want to keep your Apple Watch in mint condition) that has the color and style you prefer
Just got the SE for me and my wife and we are loving it the 7 is slightly bigger but not by much and has two apps that the SE doesn’t and always on display which is nothing to me because all you have to do is just lift your wrist and se comes on and you save battery life that way you won’t be disappointed with se at all if you choose to get it🔥🔥🔥
Never owned an apple watch, I'd probably go for the SE but at the same time the stainless steel on the 7 is pretty tempting. Update: Nevermind, for the stainless steel I gotta cough up a few of my organs lmao.
I got an SE as my first apple watch yesterday and it’s great! Just get an SE if you’re tight on budget and didn’t mind the extra features that the series 7 have like blood oxygen or ecg.
I am on blood thinner & have had 4 pulmonary embolisms ( blood clots ) in my lungs. So the blood Ox reader could save my life some day. My last embolism I went in the hospital & it was at 83. They said one more day I would have died. Had I had a watch that measured my O2 I could have gone in a week earlier & saved the damage it did to my heart. So that and I like the fall alarm I am 57 & getting older. I live alone. So that’s a good feature too I think The 7 will be my first smart watch. I am a new subscriber today! Thanks for your help. Very informative!!
Best video I have seen discussing the series 7 watch. I've never had one but figured it is time to get one. I like the added features with the 7, as opposed to the SE. Excellent decision to not recommend the 3 at this time. That was very responsible for you and forward thinking!
In my opinion it is always worth getting the most high end apple products. Over time they hold their value so much better so when you trade in you’re getting so much more off the next generation.
I have had the cellular SE for about a year now. I can say compared to the Series 6 it was an amazing choice but the Series 7 makes it look more dated with a larger screen on top of everything Series 6 brought to the table.
Still rocking my Series 3 stainless. This thing just keeps on going so I have no reason to upgrade until Apple finally pulls all support. I'm shocked it's lasted so long and it looks like day one. I will definitely do stainless again just for the sapphire glass. I definitely feel like I got my moneys worth out of the Series 3. That said, the fact they still sell the dang thing is just sad. It would be a terrible buy today with the SE sitting so close in price. However, I'm hoping that means I get a bonus year of support out of mine, haha.
Bought my aluminum body S3 15 months ago. I do industrial/residential construction work. I’ve done warehouse work, been a factory assembler. This thing takes a licking and keeps on ticking. But I want something special to treat myself. You’ve helped me in that regard thanks @Chris Hadley
Mine is series 1 and works fine really well like its brand new but now i am ready for upgrade, but dont know which one i should go with stainless steel or titanium my current is aluminum so that’s major upgrade .. do you feel the stainless is heavy on your wrist?
@@user-or1tp7cx8u so if I download the songs from Spotify onto the watch I can take it out without the phone and use it with my air pods? I’m guessing the GPS would also work without cellular when I don’t have the phone?
I bought an SE as my first watch, and I’m satisfied. Its been a year now so I would like to upgrade to the series 7. But Series SE is a Perfect beginner option as you mentioned.
@@multifandomgirl69 Depends on use, like i aint gonna lie. I personally wake up my watch is at 100%, i go to work then hit the gym, and it ends at 50% after 17 hours of use.
@@multifandomgirl69 but if you get the LTE Version to use it instead of phone so yea i’ll be enough for the whole day. The battery is good and rlly impressive, i had it for 1 year and 3 months and still good as new
My girlfriend's birthday is coming up in two weeks and she still has a Series 2 42mm. I want to buy her an upgrade, but I'm torn between the SE 44mm and the 7 45mm. She likes doing sport, so the extra health features of the 7 seem tempting. On the other hand, even the SE would be a massive upgrade for her, compared to the Series 2. What do you think?
Right? I still have my series 3 too and it does the job. Idk why he would knock it right off the bat. I only use it for fitness and the price point is great.
Looking at the Series 7, probably in Stainless Steel as a present to myself. I have had the Series 3 since 2017 and loved it. I also have a heart condition that should be monitored more closely, so the new features of the series 7 should help with that. My partner will likely adopt my old watch as it still works perfectly for proximity unlocking your iphone when wearing a face mask out in public and your FaceID can't detect you!
Me too! Been hardcore Android since forever, but ready to try iOS. Got the AW and looking at the SE iPhone to get into it. Had the galaxy watch 4 and just didn't like the round face, besides I had an unfortunate thing happen while a friend of mine let me borrow their AW. The watch alerted me and caught it which caused me to get some medical advice thankful for that.
It’s pretty simple…are you going to use the health functions? If you aren’t and just want a toy to use in conjunction with your iPhone, then definitely get an SE. I bought an SE last year because I didn’t think I’d use the fitness features. However after 5-6 months I started getting really into the limited fitness functionality. It may me wish I had gotten a Series 6. I rectified this last month by trading it in and my iPhone XR I had sitting around and got a completely free Apple Watch 7. I now use it for sleep tracking every night, in depth body weight analysis (with fit scale), and use it to determine what hurts and helps my progress with my overall health. In just a month of using some sleep tracking I’ve leveled out my sleep to the point I don’t wake up tired anymore. I know I sound like an Apple shill but it’s objective that the Apple Watch is great for health conscious people. I have 100% Apple synchronicity; IPhone 13 pro, AirPods Pro, Apple TV 4K, MacBook Pro, stereo HomePod mini’s, AirTags and my Apple Watch series 7. I absolutely love being able to control my devices with so many options and just the ease of use.
Good video. After watching your commentary, Series 7 choice even for a starter watch is a no-brainer. I’ve always procrastinated spending that kind of money since I don’t like impulsive buying, but now I’ve realized it’s not an impulse, but a wise decision based on my needs.
The only reasons to get the 7 is the bigger screen and slightly faster charging, if that stuff doesn’t appeal to you then I would get the SE. I’m getting the 7 myself because I’m upgrading from the 0 lol
@@billydorney9647 yeah those are both awesome features! I already have a pulse oximeter and I’m pretty young and in good health so I’m not too worried about the emergency calling for falls. It’ll be nice to have them in my next watch someday though!
I would go with the 7, simply because of the new updated chip. With apple products, that usually means that the older ones will be phased out and a nuisance because they will constantly need to be updated to keep up. The SE seems like a great choice too though, if you just want it for the basics and don't care about all the bells and whistles. I am saving my money to get the 7, but I can totally understand why the SE is appealing as well.
This review is exactly what I was looking for. My first Apple watch to replace a Fitbit Sense that I appreciate. I was thinking of the Series 7 but you convince me that SE would also be perfect for me. Thanks a million.
Guy's I want to buy an Apple watch. This would be my first apple watch and I'm torn between the SE and Series 7. Which one should I buy? Which one would get updates later on and will be good for long time ownership?
This is a very professional review! Thank you. I have had iPhones since the 6 but I have never owned an Apple Watch. I upgrade my phone about every 2 years. Did I mention I haven’t worn a “watch” since my iPhone 6? Why bother? I can just look at my phone to get the time. Based on your review and a quick visit to the Apple store, I decided to go with the SE. If I like it enough, towards the end of the year I will give the SE to my wife and buy the 8 when it comes out! haha. Here’s an observation NO ONE is talking about: the 45 mm 7 is huge and heavy. My first thought after I put it on is that is it would be in the way of my every movement. If it were a Rolex which is designed to be seen maybe I wouldn’t mind so much, but a tool that I buy to make my life easier should be basically invisible until I need it.
Thanks for the informative discussion. Currently have a beloved but venerable 2015 series 0 and in a few days will receive a series 7. Expecting to find quantum changes
I was considering getting the SE2 as my first Apple Watch, but decided to get the non-cellular Nike Series 7 instead. Reasons included always on, dust resistance, non-plastic back and fast charging. I think I made the right decision, even though it was more expensive.
If I were to buy another one for myself I’d go with an SE and a rugged full band watchband similar to a Garmin off Amazon or whatever online retailer. I’m still using my series 4 and basically use it just to track my exercise and ring closing competitions with family and friends haha and I have a cheapie rugged watch band like I mentioned. Hadn’t failed me yet but I’m a dude working construction so fashionable watches aren’t on my radar. It’s more for utility.
I’ve preordered a series 7 thru Costco because they had a cellular option. It’s my first Apple Watch as I’ve worn a Fitbit for years. About how long does it take to charge the watch?
Don’t have a Apple Watch. Been thinking about it. Waiting on blood glucose monitoring. Or the flat design maybe. Would have gotten one years back but there’s never been any watch faces I liked and almost 0 way to look at watch face options without buying first.
@@heroassassin1068 true you can if you install the app. I have. The faces all suck. Truthfully. The Apple Watch is still to dumb to impress me. Hell apples own heart monitor complication is a damn icon that then runs the app. It should tell you you actual heart rate without touching the screen. If you want a complication to do just that you have to buy a 3rd party app. Hopping they do better next year.
@@AfkJoe true but actually a lot of the complications update every few minutes with updated heart rates that show right there. It’s just the tiny ones that don’t Also it always checks your heart rate every 10 mins or so and logs it automatically it doesn’t have to be done manually
SE is a great watch. I got both SE & Series 7, love both. I wanted the series 7 because of the blood oxygen & ECG functionality. After using for couple of days, I have to say always on display is also an additional plus.
My three year old Series 3 broke, so I’ve been torn between the SE and Series 7. Not crazy with the health stuff, but S5 vs S7 chip might be better for the long run. And I’d really love the always on display, esp for when I’m biking with directions.
AW3 gets NO love… 🤔😅. Also, IMHO Apple is purposely nerfing the SE’s ability to have an “always on” display and they can and possibly will turn it on with a possible future OS or update.
@@RobertSmith-ch9jj It would make more sense, and be more justified if money was saved hardware wise per unit for leaving out the AOD so Apple can offer the SE side by side with the latest model of AW.
I still have the apple watch Hermes series 2 42mm ceramic. I have noticed I need to upgrade but I will surely miss my ceramic back. I am still undecided though. I like larger screens and am having a HARD time deciding between the two 🤔 Great video by the way!!
I’d say don’t, unless an ecg or blood glucose is something that would really benefit you then it really doesn’t matter, the screen is only 20% bigger, the only on display is nice but not worth the price tag alone, and the faster charging is really only a small pro if you’re an average user
Tysm I’m getting an Apple Watch for my birthday which is super soon!🎉 with a phone number and i was really looking at series 6 until I saw this video clearly seeing that the seven has EVERYTHING i want that the 6 simply does not have so thanks
Shopping about for a watch for wife n I. Cellular is must. Looking at series 5 cuz of price but how does it compare to 7 & is it with the extra cash outlay?
I had the 3 which I loved as my first smart watch then got the SE and then wished I had got the 6 at the time , the SE didn’t seem that different in everyday use to the 3 , so I sold it to a friend and got the 6 a few months back and absolutely love it , mainly because of always on display, which makes the watch completely for me , wish they all had always on display options, so for me i would go for the 3 or wait and save and get the 7
Same here! I had the series 2, and got the SE, except for a few features, it didn’t have everything the series 6, or even the older series 5 had. Now I bought the series 7 this year, luckily the SE trades in for 130, on top of that I had like $50 worth of credits and 10% off on my first Best Buy purchase with my credit card. So it cost me $200 in total, not bad for an upgrade though
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I have both the SE watch and the Series 7 and I can honestly say for what I use them for they are both brilliant! I would recommend the SE watch over the 7 purely based on price that’s it
Great advice for me 😂
I got my 7 and I just like it more than the SE for the screen size and mostly because of text, swipe and scribble options for the keyboard
The 7 has the 3rd generation heart tracker, do you see really any differences compared to SE(2nd generation heart tracker)?
how's the battery life?
Thanks for this!
The 7 charges 33% faster than the 6, but it goes to 100% when comparing to the SE. From 0-80%, the 7 makes it in 45 minutes while the SE takes 90. If you use the Watch for sleep tracking, charging it while you're awake, that means the Watch is back on your wrist 45 minutes earlier. That makes a lot of difference considering it will be a daily occurrence if you're a heavy user.
I went for the SE as my first smart watch and im very happy with it. Its only a tiny bit pity not to have blood oxygen and ECG, because im 99% sure I would play with that features first 2 weeks just for fun and then never use it. More interesting features are always on and larger screen. I went with the 40mm. I like the larger screen of 44mm but it looks too bulky and heavy for me. With the series 7 I could have the 44mm SE screen in a 41mm case. Also i think its more fun to upgrade after 3-4 years, when i then finally get always on and larger screen.
Im very happy with apple watch in general. I never wore any sort of watch and now i can finally check the time without digging for my phone, navigate with maps, see all sorts of notifications and track my training. Also i love the remote camera in combination with my $3 tripod.
No one _needs_ a smart watch. For me its 60% convenience and 30% gimmick and 10% sports.
If SE has ECG and blood oxygen then what makes it different than series 7? They gonna sell both watches that has the same functionality?
@@m4robotx2channel61 I didn't mean to say that apple watch SE should have these sensors. I just tried to explain my reasoning and experiencing in comparison with the series 7.
Actually quite some people with heart problems NEED this watch.
The 44mm SE is still much bigger than the 41mm series 7 FYI.
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The SE is a great watch for someone who has never had an apple and good starter watch
thanks :)
I have a fitbit should i upgrade?
@@muhammedgilgil2448 if you have an iPhone
Yes! Se already give me for a good starter for use Apple Watch. But for me, upgrade? No I won’t 🤣🤣
I’m adventurous person but didn’t use for the ecg, and blood oxygen level 😅🤣
I’ve had 3 the series 4 twice and I still went with the SE. It seems perfect for answering phone calls and also messages, which is pretty much what I use it for.
I’m an ER doc, and the number of people I’ve seen with high pulses readings on their smart watches and NOTHING ELSE is kinda frustrating. No chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations or fainting. They’re completely normal on formal ECG. I’m like ‘So if you weren’t wearing that watch, you wouldn’t be here? Maybe you should be at the Apple store instead of the ER?!’
Quick hint: you don’t need an Apple Watch to check your heart rate, just feel your pulse right next to the watch.
I had the choice to pick between the SE or the 7. I went with the SE for $230. The extra bells and whistles the 7 has weren’t worth the extra $200 in my opinion.
I own a SE and very much happy about it. The always ON display is not an absolute necessity because the screen lits up upon your wrist movement. Why would I want to leave the screen ON always. But that's just my learnings. The main reason for not opting the Series 6 / 7 is: "The Blood Oxygen app measurements are not intended for medical use, including self-diagnosis or consultation with a doctor, and are only designed for general fitness and wellness purposes". If it's not fit for medical use, why risk your life for the additional feature. A more appropriate pulse oximeter for about $12 which is much more reliable and sufficient.
Nobody is risking their life for additional features??? xD
@@jesper164a It's good if they don't.
$12 more reliable and sufficient? Are you kidding us????????
@@vertihvost7675 a dedicated device will tend to outperform a more expensive generalized platform. This is common in all technical fields. The Apple Watch may cost hundreds, but the sensor for the ecg is probably a dollar at scale if I had to make a guess.
I recently bought the SE for Christmas, and I honestly can’t recommend it enough. If you look past the extra features, the SE offers practically the same functionally as the 7, for $100 cheaper. Also, if color and style is a concern for you, you can just buy a case (something I’d recommend anyways if you want to keep your Apple Watch in mint condition) that has the color and style you prefer
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Just got the SE for me and my wife and we are loving it the 7 is slightly bigger but not by much and has two apps that the SE doesn’t and always on display which is nothing to me because all you have to do is just lift your wrist and se comes on and you save battery life that way you won’t be disappointed with se at all if you choose to get it🔥🔥🔥
That’s why I still have series 5 and still pretty happy about it.
Never owned an apple watch, I'd probably go for the SE but at the same time the stainless steel on the 7 is pretty tempting.
Update:
Nevermind, for the stainless steel I gotta cough up a few of my organs lmao.
Hahaha same
Your orgas are worth $500? Damn thats sad
Getting this as my first watch. Got the 45 green with leather band
Getting the same!
Getting the same but it’s my second watch 🥴
I got an SE as my first apple watch yesterday and it’s great! Just get an SE if you’re tight on budget and didn’t mind the extra features that the series 7 have like blood oxygen or ecg.
Exactly! And in most countries those features aren’t available
Do you miss the always on display?
True
@@mickeygarcia2331_ like in my country kenya
@@pdebie1982 always on display was not the great feature, even 7 users don’t like it
I am on blood thinner & have had 4 pulmonary embolisms ( blood clots ) in my lungs. So the blood Ox reader could save my life some day. My last embolism I went in the hospital & it was at 83. They said one more day I would have died. Had I had a watch that measured my O2 I could have gone in a week earlier & saved the damage it did to my heart. So that and I like the fall alarm I am 57 & getting older. I live alone. So that’s a good feature too I think The 7 will be my first smart watch. I am a new subscriber today! Thanks for your help. Very informative!!
Best video I have seen discussing the series 7 watch. I've never had one but figured it is time to get one. I like the added features with the 7, as opposed to the SE.
Excellent decision to not recommend the 3 at this time. That was very responsible for you and forward thinking!
In my opinion it is always worth getting the most high end apple products. Over time they hold their value so much better so when you trade in you’re getting so much more off the next generation.
I have had the cellular SE for about a year now. I can say compared to the Series 6 it was an amazing choice but the Series 7 makes it look more dated with a larger screen on top of everything Series 6 brought to the table.
Still rocking my Series 2 but I will finally change it for the 7 soon.
Same! SE is on sale right now for Black Friday too so I might make an upgrade real soon
Still rocking my Series 3 stainless. This thing just keeps on going so I have no reason to upgrade until Apple finally pulls all support. I'm shocked it's lasted so long and it looks like day one. I will definitely do stainless again just for the sapphire glass. I definitely feel like I got my moneys worth out of the Series 3. That said, the fact they still sell the dang thing is just sad. It would be a terrible buy today with the SE sitting so close in price. However, I'm hoping that means I get a bonus year of support out of mine, haha.
Bought my aluminum body S3 15 months ago. I do industrial/residential construction work. I’ve done warehouse work, been a factory assembler. This thing takes a licking and keeps on ticking. But I want something special to treat myself. You’ve helped me in that regard thanks @Chris Hadley
Mine is series 1 and works fine really well like its brand new but now i am ready for upgrade, but dont know which one i should go with stainless steel or titanium my current is aluminum so that’s major upgrade .. do you feel the stainless is heavy on your wrist?
@@mahra456 treat yourself my friend 🙂 buy the 7 in titanium & never upgrade again
I went for the Gold Stainless steel series 7 for my first smart watch and I’m in love. It’s gorgeous! And love all the features!
What features do you use ? Don’t you feel like it was a waste of money ? I really can’t decide 😔
I have had SE for almost a year and I’ve liked it so far 😊
can you play spotify without your phone when you're out?
@@JamesFlux If it's cellular then yeah. Otherwise download the songs on the watch itself
@@user-or1tp7cx8u so if I download the songs from Spotify onto the watch I can take it out without the phone and use it with my air pods?
I’m guessing the GPS would also work without cellular when I don’t have the phone?
@@JamesFlux Yes!
@@GameplayHtv wait... if it's connected to my spotify and i already have it downloaded on spotify, it should sync and let me play right
I bought an SE as my first watch, and I’m satisfied. Its been a year now so I would like to upgrade to the series 7.
But Series SE is a Perfect beginner option as you mentioned.
Hi! I’m saving up money for on to bring To school instead of my phone
But I was wondering how long does the battery last?
@@multifandomgirl69 Depends on use, like i aint gonna lie. I personally wake up my watch is at 100%, i go to work then hit the gym, and it ends at 50% after 17 hours of use.
@@multifandomgirl69 but if you get the LTE Version to use it instead of phone so yea i’ll be enough for the whole day. The battery is good and rlly impressive, i had it for 1 year and 3 months and still good as new
@@mooonlight76 woah! Tysm! That is perfect for my use, k need it to last all school day which is 8 hours! Thank you
@@mooonlight76 ok! I will Tysm! :D
My girlfriend's birthday is coming up in two weeks and she still has a Series 2 42mm. I want to buy her an upgrade, but I'm torn between the SE 44mm and the 7 45mm. She likes doing sport, so the extra health features of the 7 seem tempting. On the other hand, even the SE would be a massive upgrade for her, compared to the Series 2.
What do you think?
Se with gift receipt. If she ends up wanting the s7 she can always upgrade!
she might want the smallest case
I still have my series 3 since the release it’s a champ
I have a black series 3 in stainless steel and a Product Red series 6.
Right? I still have my series 3 too and it does the job. Idk why he would knock it right off the bat. I only use it for fitness and the price point is great.
Series 3 is amazing
Im Getting Apple Watch Nike Series 7 45mm (Midnight)⌚️
Looking at the Series 7, probably in Stainless Steel as a present to myself. I have had the Series 3 since 2017 and loved it. I also have a heart condition that should be monitored more closely, so the new features of the series 7 should help with that. My partner will likely adopt my old watch as it still works perfectly for proximity unlocking your iphone when wearing a face mask out in public and your FaceID can't detect you!
Go for it , I’ve the 6 and will wait until late next year but if you can afford it why not 👌
I'm thinking about making the huge jump to Apple for the first time with the iPhone 13 Pro and either the watch SE or 6. Leaning towards the SE.
Same
I did it and I have no regrets!
@@AStoic-th4hr awesome!
Me too! Been hardcore Android since forever, but ready to try iOS. Got the AW and looking at the SE iPhone to get into it. Had the galaxy watch 4 and just didn't like the round face, besides I had an unfortunate thing happen while a friend of mine let me borrow their AW. The watch alerted me and caught it which caused me to get some medical advice thankful for that.
It’s pretty simple…are you going to use the health functions? If you aren’t and just want a toy to use in conjunction with your iPhone, then definitely get an SE. I bought an SE last year because I didn’t think I’d use the fitness features. However after 5-6 months I started getting really into the limited fitness functionality. It may me wish I had gotten a Series 6.
I rectified this last month by trading it in and my iPhone XR I had sitting around and got a completely free Apple Watch 7. I now use it for sleep tracking every night, in depth body weight analysis (with fit scale), and use it to determine what hurts and helps my progress with my overall health. In just a month of using some sleep tracking I’ve leveled out my sleep to the point I don’t wake up tired anymore.
I know I sound like an Apple shill but it’s objective that the Apple Watch is great for health conscious people. I have 100% Apple synchronicity; IPhone 13 pro, AirPods Pro, Apple TV 4K, MacBook Pro, stereo HomePod mini’s, AirTags and my Apple Watch series 7. I absolutely love being able to control my devices with so many options and just the ease of use.
o2 and ecg are a gimmick, unless you're a senior citizen
this reads like a bad infomercial
Touch grass you weirdo lol
Good video. After watching your commentary, Series 7 choice even for a starter watch is a no-brainer. I’ve always procrastinated spending that kind of money since I don’t like impulsive buying, but now I’ve realized it’s not an impulse, but a wise decision based on my needs.
why not the se
I’m going from Apple Watch 2 to the Apple Watch 7.
Congratulations for using the series 2 for such a long time. This will be a huge upgrade for you.
i'm in your same situation, but stick beetwen se or 7.... so indecided....
@@esci88 i hear ya i am stuck also. I never had any apple watch. Series 7 wont come til Dec if get SE can get now today but still cant decide
@@bgtech4530 the series 2 works fine, does most of the same stuff as the new one. I will be upgrading to the 7 in a couple months though
I will get the series 7 in 45 mm on Monday, I have the series 5 in 44 mm today. It will be my second Apple Watch, regard from Norway 🇳🇴⌚️😊
I wanna get 45mm series 7 but would my other Apple Watch straps from my 44mm fit?
@@KitKatM22 Yes it will fit. 😊👍🏻⌚️
@@toreaspen3113 so my straps from my 44 will fit the 45?
@@KitKatM22 Yes 👍🏻 they all will fit the series 7 😊👍🏻
@@toreaspen3113 so it will. Thank god, I was worried I had to buy the straps all over again.
I just got the SE upgraded from the first apple watch damn reliable
What a great comparison!! Thank you for keeping it short and to the point, and for not bloating it to reach 10 minutes
The S7 uses the S6 chip.
The only reasons to get the 7 is the bigger screen and slightly faster charging, if that stuff doesn’t appeal to you then I would get the SE. I’m getting the 7 myself because I’m upgrading from the 0 lol
Not true. It’s a new chip, S7. It states it literally everywhere.
Just went from the Apple Watch 1 to the SE and love the SE! No need for the 7
Been rocking with the SE since 2020
Getting a SE next week, just broke my series 3 about a month ago.Excited to see the differences first hand 💯
Lmao same
same! had mine since 2016! and i just ruined the screen this year lol
I had the series 1 and got the SE in the winter and I love it! I’m glad I didn’t get the 6 actually because I don’t feel like I’m missing out
Blood oxygen and the emergency call if one falls is a must for me
@@billydorney9647 yeah those are both awesome features! I already have a pulse oximeter and I’m pretty young and in good health so I’m not too worried about the emergency calling for falls. It’ll be nice to have them in my next watch someday though!
@@billydorney9647 the emergency call is on the SE too
Got myself SE last day
It's going great
A great informative video for someone debating an SE vs series 7. I may go with the SE for now. Great price!
Well worth it and I believe you won’t miss the other features
2:27 blew my mind
my series 3 is now dead because i dropped it.
has anyone gone from 3 to SE recently
does it feel lime a noticeable upgrade
I would go with the 7, simply because of the new updated chip. With apple products, that usually means that the older ones will be phased out and a nuisance because they will constantly need to be updated to keep up. The SE seems like a great choice too though, if you just want it for the basics and don't care about all the bells and whistles. I am saving my money to get the 7, but I can totally understand why the SE is appealing as well.
I think I’ll go with the 45mm 7:/ I like the shatter resistant screen feature. That’s the reason I need to replace my series 2.
I accidentally shattered my series 2 watch :( so now I gotta Fig out which new series to get lol
Thanks for all the info!!! Would you know if it's possible to have Spotify offline on both watches or is it only the Series 7 capable of doing that?
I upgraded from series 3 after a million years to SE and i am so happy
This review is exactly what I was looking for. My first Apple watch to replace a Fitbit Sense that I appreciate. I was thinking of the Series 7 but you convince me that SE would also be perfect for me. Thanks a million.
First Apple Watch went with 44mm SE it’s perfect for my needs
Guy's I want to buy an Apple watch. This would be my first apple watch and I'm torn between the SE and Series 7. Which one should I buy? Which one would get updates later on and will be good for long time ownership?
SE is an excellent choice but if you don't mind spending an extra $$ then go with the 7 much more perks for the $
This is a very professional review! Thank you. I have had iPhones since the 6 but I have never owned an Apple Watch. I upgrade my phone about every 2 years. Did I mention I haven’t worn a “watch” since my iPhone 6? Why bother? I can just look at my phone to get the time. Based on your review and a quick visit to the Apple store, I decided to go with the SE. If I like it enough, towards the end of the year I will give the SE to my wife and buy the 8 when it comes out! haha. Here’s an observation NO ONE is talking about: the 45 mm 7 is huge and heavy. My first thought after I put it on is that is it would be in the way of my every movement. If it were a Rolex which is designed to be seen maybe I wouldn’t mind so much, but a tool that I buy to make my life easier should be basically invisible until I need it.
I got the series 7 for my first watch in the 41mm
41 too small
Me too. 45mm is to big for small wrists
You said the the se will get worst over time so if I get the series 7 would it retain its quality for more years compared to the SE?
This video has been helpful thanks. Going with the series 7. I am upgrading from the series 3 Watch.
Got a 45mm Series 7 on the way, upgrading from a 38mm Series 1, can't wait!
I went for the 7 , can’t wait for to arrive in a week
Thanks for the informative discussion. Currently have a beloved but venerable 2015 series 0 and in a few days will receive a series 7. Expecting to find quantum changes
I have the s1 and I’m upgrading to the se tomorrow can’t wait
Thanks! You helped me decide❤ I'm getting the 7.
I was considering getting the SE2 as my first Apple Watch, but decided to get the non-cellular Nike Series 7 instead. Reasons included always on, dust resistance, non-plastic back and fast charging. I think I made the right decision, even though it was more expensive.
If I were to buy another one for myself I’d go with an SE and a rugged full band watchband similar to a Garmin off Amazon or whatever online retailer. I’m still using my series 4 and basically use it just to track my exercise and ring closing competitions with family and friends haha and I have a cheapie rugged watch band like I mentioned. Hadn’t failed me yet but I’m a dude working construction so fashionable watches aren’t on my radar. It’s more for utility.
I don’t know which one to get because I do want a bigger display but it’s going to be my first time getting an Apple Watch
Same. What did you decide?
I’ve preordered a series 7 thru Costco because they had a cellular option. It’s my first Apple Watch as I’ve worn a Fitbit for years. About how long does it take to charge the watch?
Did not know Costco preordered it. Was it cheaper?
Heard from Marques Brownlee it charges completely in an hour
@@josuemelendez8722 the 41 starlight with gps and cellular was $489. Apple store shows $499.
@@zHappyHour good to know. Thanks.
Don’t have a Apple Watch. Been thinking about it. Waiting on blood glucose monitoring. Or the flat design maybe. Would have gotten one years back but there’s never been any watch faces I liked and almost 0 way to look at watch face options without buying first.
U r gonna wait a long time for blood glucose according to what I’ve read online
You can see all the watch face options on the watch app on your phone
@@heroassassin1068 true you can if you install the app. I have. The faces all suck. Truthfully. The Apple Watch is still to dumb to impress me. Hell apples own heart monitor complication is a damn icon that then runs the app. It should tell you you actual heart rate without touching the screen. If you want a complication to do just that you have to buy a 3rd party app. Hopping they do better next year.
@@AfkJoe true but actually a lot of the complications update every few minutes with updated heart rates that show right there. It’s just the tiny ones that don’t Also it always checks your heart rate every 10 mins or so and logs it automatically it doesn’t have to be done manually
I’m delighted with the many choices of watch faces on the 6
Great video! Thank you. I just ordered my first Apple Watch ever and I am going with the SE.
Ok, but can we just have the ability to use one of the physical buttons to mark laps manually while running!
The series 4 has ecg. I’m surprised the se doesn’t have it.
SE is a great watch. I got both SE & Series 7, love both. I wanted the series 7 because of the blood oxygen & ECG functionality. After using for couple of days, I have to say always on display is also an additional plus.
Why did you get both?
what did you get both for?
Why are you boughting twice?
For what reason did you buy both?
Why both???
My three year old Series 3 broke, so I’ve been torn between the SE and Series 7. Not crazy with the health stuff, but S5 vs S7 chip might be better for the long run. And I’d really love the always on display, esp for when I’m biking with directions.
Get the 7 ! You won’t regret getting it
What three year old needs a 300+ dollar watch?!? I wasn’t even conscious at 3 lol
@@kennethconway2605 read again her comment ☝🏻☝🏻 she’s talking about her 3 years old iWatch .. lol
@@kennethconway2605 yet you have the reading comprehension skills of a three year old
My Series 3 just broke as well (also 3 years old!), so here I am 😫 I'd love to know which one you got.
I'm confused. The series 7 is meant to be a successor to the series 6 right. So why is it around half price with all the same features
Thank you for the info!
Apple SE for xmas! Thanks Self 😝
You didn't mention about sleep tracking and the apps that the 7 can support for features in that watch vs those same features the SE does not have.
AW3 gets NO love… 🤔😅. Also, IMHO Apple is purposely nerfing the SE’s ability to have an “always on” display and they can and possibly will turn it on with a possible future OS or update.
The always-on display requires different hardware. AOD uses a variable refresh rate to save battery life.
@@RobertSmith-ch9jj It would make more sense, and be more justified if money was saved hardware wise per unit for leaving out the AOD so Apple can offer the SE side by side with the latest model of AW.
Which one is better for tracking hiking, biking stats?
I still have the apple watch Hermes series 2 42mm ceramic. I have noticed I need to upgrade but I will surely miss my ceramic back. I am still undecided though. I like larger screens and am having a HARD time deciding between the two 🤔 Great video by the way!!
Great video and very helpful
Does the always on display mean that I will not be able to sleep at night cause of the watch light?
What about if you have an SE already which lacks always on display, ECG, blood oxygen, faster charging, larger screen
I’d say don’t, unless an ecg or blood glucose is something that would really benefit you then it really doesn’t matter, the screen is only 20% bigger, the only on display is nice but not worth the price tag alone, and the faster charging is really only a small pro if you’re an average user
Series 7 does blood oxygen not blood glucose.
Never had one but the se seems like it’s features will be antiquated soon, ima go series 7
Is it noticeable that the screen on the SE is smaller or nah?
is this based on the 1st or 2nd gen SE?
I still rock the series 3 no problems would love to get one of these one day though
Is it worth paying more for stainless steel rather than aluminium one?
thinking about upgrading from the series 3, have been watching all the reviews just haven’t pulled the trigger.
Since the series 6 price got down now (same as Se)isn’t it better to get series 6 now ?
I got the series 7 starlight and love it
Would the SE be worth getting in 2022 or should I get the series 7?
Which one you ended up with?
Tysm I’m getting an Apple Watch for my birthday which is super soon!🎉 with a phone number and i was really looking at series 6 until I saw this video clearly seeing that the seven has EVERYTHING i want that the 6 simply does not have so thanks
I love my SE. not enough to change for myself. Wife rocking series 6.
Thank you for making this video you have helped me make a decision
I am going from Series 3 to Series 7. So to me it’ll be a nice upgrade :)
I have a series 0 should i upgrade?
I have series 3 ♥️♥️♥️
This was a great video !
Shopping about for a watch for wife n I. Cellular is must. Looking at series 5 cuz of price but how does it compare to 7 & is it with the extra cash outlay?
Went from 3 to SE, super happy 😊
I want to get the series 7 but dont know if I want to spend an extra $200 for the extra features.
Im thinking between the SE and the Series 7..
omg! i just bought the series 7 my first time apple watch ever.
is getting a gps + cellular really necessary?
Best comparison video on TH-cam very well done kuddos to you liked subscribed 👍🏽👍🏽
I have the se but I want always on display and I want a bigger screen
Considering to buy se 44mm, will it look good on small wrist?
@@pallavi8388 yes
I had the 3 which I loved as my first smart watch then got the SE and then wished I had got the 6 at the time , the SE didn’t seem that different in everyday use to the 3
, so I sold it to a friend and got the 6 a few months back and absolutely love it , mainly because of always on display, which makes the watch completely for me , wish they all had always on display options, so for me i would go for the 3 or wait and save and get the 7
Same here! I had the series 2, and got the SE, except for a few features, it didn’t have everything the series 6, or even the older series 5 had. Now I bought the series 7 this year, luckily the SE trades in for 130, on top of that I had like $50 worth of credits and 10% off on my first Best Buy purchase with my credit card. So it cost me $200 in total, not bad for an upgrade though
Hey I got the HR reading on floor a d bed for my watch 7 41mm. Why is that so?? Why did Apple do this? Plz reply