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I tried every Apple Watch model in 2025 - here's why the SE 3 is the most underrated


It's not as flashy as the other Apple Watches in this year's lineup, but the SE 3 will make a strong case for many buyers.

Some users might not like the smaller display The watch packs great value for a lower price, making it the one out of the lineup I'd recommend to smartwatch-curious shoppers. ECG updates, Blood Oxygen monitoring, Hypertension Detection, and Emergency SOS via satellite, a feature most used during outdoor, off-grid excursions, are not available on the watch. But for the younger smartwatch user looking to use the device to track workouts, sleep, their menstrual cycle, and respond to the odd text every once in a while, these high-end features are passable for the great value SE 3 offers.

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