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Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Series 10: How These Nearly Identical Watches Compare

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Why This Matters

The Apple Watch Series 11 introduces incremental updates over the Series 10, maintaining similar design and features while offering new options and refinements. For consumers, understanding these subtle differences helps determine if the upgrade is worth the investment, especially given the comparable pricing and availability of refurbished models. This comparison underscores Apple's strategy of iterative improvements, impacting purchasing decisions in the competitive smartwatch market.

Key Takeaways

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is distinctive in shape and features, and the Apple Watch SE 3 gives you the smartwatch experience for less cost. But what about the Series 11, the anchor to Apple's watch lineup?

It looks a lot like its predecessor, the Series 10, and while the specs are indeed close, they aren't identical. I've put together all the details between the two smartwatches to help you decide whether it's worth getting the new one or buying a discounted Series 10.

Let's compare the models side by side and tease out the finer details.

Pricing the Apple Watch Series 11

The Series 11 has kept the same price as the Series 10. It starts at $399 for the model with an aluminum body or $699 for one made of titanium.

Add $30 for the larger 46mm case size in aluminum, or $50 for titanium. Opting for a model with a cellular radio that connects independently to networks adds $100. And if you choose a band made of something other than rubber or textile -- a stainless steel link bracelet, for example -- the price climbs further. Unfortunately, you can't order just the watch case; you have to select a new band, even if it ends up in your drawer in favor of one you already own and prefer.

There's also a titanium Apple Watch Hermès model available in silver titanium in both sizes that starts at $1,249.

Apple no longer sells the Series 10, since the Series 11 replaces it, but you can still find refurbished Series 10 models for less from Apple, and new models from other retailers while supplies last.

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Apple Watch Series 11 vs. Series 10: Outward design

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