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Apple
Watch Ultra 2
Apple · Smartwatches
Apple's rugged titanium flagship with the brightest display on any Apple Watch, dual-frequency GPS, and best-in-class smart features for adventurers.
4.5 100% recommend$799
9.2 score verified
ComparZone Score
9.2
Elite
If you live in the Apple ecosystem and want the most capable, durable Apple Watch money ca…
$799
best of 3 sellers
Price · trend
▼ $88
36 hr
Battery Life
Battery
1.92 in
Display Size
Display
Yes
Built-in GPS
Connectivity
LTPO OLED
Display Type
Display
3000 nits
Brightness
Display
Why it stands out
Apple's premium rugged flagship at $799,
Apple's premium rugged flagship at $799, iPhone-only
3000-nit display, titanium case, 100m water
3000-nit display, titanium case, 100m water resistance with dive support
Up to 36 hours normal use
Up to 36 hours normal use and dual-frequency GPS make it strong for adventures
Full Apple Watch health suite, though
Full Apple Watch health suite, though SpO2 is disabled on many newer US units
Category scores
marker = Smartwatches average
Performance profile
Watch Ultra 2 Category avg
Decision snapshot
Best-in-class
Performance
Beats avg by
+0.5 pts
Confidence
96 %
Data sources
3
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Data quality0%
Spec coverage0%
Recommend0Specs tracked
0Spec groups
0Class-leading
0%Avg confidence
Display 96% verified
Display Size96%1.92 in
Display Type96%LTPO OLED
Brightness96%3000 nits
Always-On Display96%Yes
Battery 96% verified
Battery Life96%36 hr
Fast Charging96%Yes
Connectivity 96% verified
Built-in GPS96%Yes
Design 96% verified
Water Resistance96%100m / WR100 (EN13319)
Case Material96%Titanium
Weight96%61.4 g
Performance 96% verified
Chipset96%Apple S9 SiP
Health 96% verified
Heart Rate96%Yes
Blood Oxygen96%Yes
Sleep Tracking96%Yes
ECG96%Yes
Price trend
$799▼ $88
low · $799high · $889
Review sentiment
4.5OUT OF 5
9.2
Expert review score
ComparZone editorial · /10
Pros & cons
Pros
- Brightest, most readable display on any Apple Watch at 3000 nits
- Rugged titanium and sapphire build with 100m water resistance and dive certification
- Highly accurate dual-frequency L1/L5 GPS
- Best-in-class smart features and app ecosystem for iPhone users
Cons
- Expensive at $799
- iPhone-only; will not pair with Android
- Battery life still trails dedicated multisport watches
- Large 49mm case is bulky on smaller wrists
When should you buy?
Good time to buy
Launched at $799 and has held that MSRP. Meaningful discounts are rare given Apple's pricing, though occasional bundle deals and retailer promotions shave a small amount off around major sales events.
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TrailRunnerMike Verified
3 months ago
Finally an Apple Watch that lasts my long runs
Upgraded from a Series 7 and the difference for training is huge. The screen is stupidly bright even at noon, the GPS track on my trail runs is dead accurate, and I can do a full day plus an overnight without charging. The Action Button to start workouts is more useful than I expected.
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CasualKate Verified
5 months ago
Amazing but big and pricey
I love the build quality and battery, but on my smaller wrist the 49mm case looks enormous and catches on sleeves. It also stings that the blood oxygen feature was disabled on my US unit. Still, nothing else in the Apple world comes close on battery and brightness.
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From the community
QDoes it have a blood oxygen sensor that works?
The hardware sensor is present, but on many units sold in the US since early 2024 the blood oxygen feature is disabled due to a patent dispute. Units bought outside the US or before that change generally still have it.
QIs the band swappable with regular Apple Watch bands?
It uses the larger Ultra band fitting. Standard 45mm/49mm Apple Watch bands will attach, but the dedicated Ultra bands (Trail, Alpine, Ocean) are designed for its size and rugged use.
Frequently asked
Does the Apple Watch Ultra 2 work with Android phones?
No. Like all Apple Watches, the Ultra 2 requires an iPhone for setup and full functionality and cannot be paired with an Android device.
Can I scuba dive with the Apple Watch Ultra 2?
Yes. It is water resistant to 100 meters and EN13319 certified, and with the Oceanic+ app it functions as a recreational dive computer to depths of 40 meters.
How long does the battery last?
Apple rates it at up to 36 hours in normal use and up to 72 hours in low-power mode, the longest battery life of any Apple Watch.