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Apple Watch Ultra 2 Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£700Screen size:1.92 inchBattery life:1.5 daysDisplay type:AMOLED

Apple Watch Ultra 2 Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and 22 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

Technical score

30%

8.7

Review score ( 10 · 12)

Review score 30% · 8.7 · based on 22 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 27 more reviews are not scored yet.
★Better than 94% of smartwatches
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

24%

7.5

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

4.9

Battery

14%

10

Smart features

12%

9.3

Connectivity

9%

8.5

Display & Design

4%

7.9

Hardware

★Better than 91% of smartwatches
8.7

Review score

Review score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
3

7.6%

10

stuff.tv

7.6%

9.8

techgearlab.com

7.6%

8.0

pcmag.com

≈ estimated
3

6.1%

9.0

outsideonline.com

6.1%

9.0

zdnet.com

6.1%

9.0

mensfitness.co.uk

Video reviews 1

3%

9.0

Thomas Tech

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
★Better than 96% of smartwatches
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Apple Watch Ultra 2

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

24%

7.5

Health

21%

9.9

Fitness

16%

4.9

Battery

14%

10

Smart features

12%

9.3

Connectivity

9%

8.5

Display & Design

4%

7.9

Hardware

8.3
Review score
Review score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Grades by review (22)
10 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 5 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 30%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 6
✓ explicit
3

7.6%

10

stuff.tv

7.6%

9.8

techgearlab.com

7.6%

8.0

pcmag.com

≈ estimated
3

6.1%

9.0

outsideonline.com

6.1%

9.0

zdnet.com

6.1%

9.0

mensfitness.co.uk

Video reviews 1

3%

9.0

Thomas Tech

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Popularity:
Apple Watch Ultra 2 has a popularity of 6.5 points, which is higher than 53.2% of smartwatches.
6.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

60%

8.4

Overall score

40%

6.8

Price

7.9
Brand name
Apple
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
Blood oxygen monitoring
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartwatch supports blood oxygen monitoring. 33.4% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
Availability may vary by region or model.
ECG
yes
ECG
yes
â–² Better than 84% of models
This smartwatch supports ECG. 83.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
Irregular heart rate warnings
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings. 51.9% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
yes
Barometer
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This smartwatch includes a barometer. 50.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
yes
Cadence sensor
yes
â–² Better than 69% of models
This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor. 69% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
1.5 days
Battery life
1.5 days
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Market range: <1 days – >16 days
This smartwatch offers a battery life of 1.5 days which is shorter than that of 85.1% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.3% of smartwatches.
Converted from the reported 36-hour battery life.
Battery life in training mode
12 h
Battery life in training mode
12 h
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 12 h in training mode which is shorter than 62.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.2% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
12 h
Battery life with GPS on
12 h
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
This smartwatch lasts 12 h with GPS on which is shorter than 68% of smartwatches and equal to that of 2.8% of smartwatches.
12 (with gps and lte in low power.
Battery power
564 mAh
Battery power
564 mAh
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 564 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 97.3% of smartwatches.
Charge time
90 min
Charge time
90 min
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 90 min which is faster than 63.7% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 9.9% of smartwatches.
Approximate value from reported charging range: 90 minutes.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
watchOS
Operating system
watchOS
★ Better than 96% of models
This smartwatch runs watchOS which is more advanced than the operating system in 95.7% of smartwatches and the same as that in 4.3% of smartwatches.
OS detail: watchOS (10).
Software update frequency
regular
Software update frequency
regular
★ Better than 94% of models
This smartwatch has regular software update support which is more active than that of 94% of smartwatches and equal to that of 6% of smartwatches.
Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
yes
Voice assistant support
yes
â–² Better than 32% of models
This smartwatch supports voice assistants. 32.4% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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What reviewers say
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
â–² Better than 82% of models
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
â–² Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
eSIM
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 44% of models
This smartwatch supports GPS. 43.9% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
yes
Galileo support
yes
â–² Better than 62% of models
This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation. 61.6% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
yes
Compass
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This smartwatch includes a compass. 47.5% of smartwatches include a compass.
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What reviewers say
Screen size
1.92 inch
Screen size
1.92 inch
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.92 inch which is larger than the screens of 96% of smartwatches.
Some sources mention multiple/uncertain size variants.
Display type
AMOLED
Display type
AMOLED
â–² Better than 50% of models
This smartwatch uses a AMOLED display type which is more advanced than that of 49.9% of smartwatches and the same as that of 50.1% of smartwatches.
LTPO panel wording.
Resolution
410x 502
Resolution
410x 502
â–² Better than 73% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 410x502 which is higher than that of 73.4% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
338 ppi
Pixel density
338 ppi
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 338 ppi which is higher than that of 58.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 0.3% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
3,000 nits
Display brightness
3,000 nits
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
This smartwatch reaches 3,000 nits of display brightness, which is higher than that of 96.5% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.2% of smartwatches.
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What reviewers say
CPU speed
2x 1.8 GHz
CPU speed
2x 1.8 GHz
â–² Better than 80% of models
This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.8 GHz which is faster than that in 80% of smartwatches and equal to that in 2.4% of smartwatches.
Processor model
Apple S9
Processor model
Apple S9
★ Better than 97% of models
This smartwatch uses the Apple S9 processor model.
RAM
1 GB
RAM
1 GB
â–² Better than 31% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 1 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 31.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 45.8% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
64 GB
Internal storage
64 GB
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 64 GB for internal storage which is larger than that of 98.3% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.7% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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What reviewers say

Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    regular
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartwatch receives regular software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
    regular vs ended
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    watchOS
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (watchOS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: watchOS (10).
    watchOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • ECG support
    ECG
    yes
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This smartwatch supports ECG, the average smartwatch does not. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
  • Temperature sensing
    Temperature sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This smartwatch includes a temperature sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 26.8% of smartwatches include a temperature sensor.
    Temperature readings may be skin/ambient trends, not core-body medical values.
  • HRV tracking
    HRV tracking
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartwatch supports HRV tracking, the average smartwatch does not. 40.8% of smartwatches support HRV tracking.
  • VO2 max measurement
    VO2 max measurement
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch measures VO2 max, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches measure VO2 max.
  • Irregular heart rate alerts
    Irregular heart rate warnings
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports irregular heart rate warnings, the average smartwatch does not. 48.1% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
  • External heart rate monitor support
    External heart rate monitor compatibility
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports external heart rate monitor compatibility, the average smartwatch does not. 42.7% of smartwatches support external heart rate monitor compatibility.
  • Barometer sensor included
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartwatch includes a barometer, the average smartwatch does not. 49.5% of smartwatches include a barometer.
  • Cadence tracking
    Cadence sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cadence sensor, the average smartwatch does not. 31.1% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
  • Route support
    Route support
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch supports route support, the average smartwatch does not. 50% of smartwatches support route support.
    Supports on-watch route guidance; deeper route import can depend on apps.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartwatch supports wireless charging, the average smartwatch does not. 24.5% of smartwatches support wireless charging.
  • 264 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery life
    564 mAh days
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch has a larger battery capacity than the average smartwatch (564 mAh vs 300 mAh). The average smartwatch battery is 300 mAh.
    Converted from the reported 36-hour battery life.
    564 mAh vs 300 mAh
  • 30 min shorter charge time
    Charge time
    90 min
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >150 min
    This smartwatch charges faster than the average smartwatch (90 min vs 120 min). The average smartwatch charges in 120 min.
    Approximate value from reported charging range: 90 minutes.
    90 min vs 120 min
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Maps support
    Maps support
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This smartwatch supports maps, the average smartwatch does not. 31.5% of smartwatches support maps.
  • NFC functionality
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports NFC, the average smartwatch does not. 43.4% of smartwatches support NFC.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Galileo satellite support
    Galileo support
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch supports Galileo navigation, the average smartwatch does not. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartwatch supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (5.3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    5.3 vs 5.0
  • UWB chip
    UWB chip
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This smartwatch includes a UWB chip, while the average smartwatch does not. 2.3% of smartwatches include UWB.
    Second-generation Ultra Wideband chip.
  • Stronger display glass
    Display glass type
    sapphire
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch uses sapphire display glass, while the average smartwatch uses mineral glass.
    sapphire vs mineral glass
  • 2,400 nits higher display brightness
    Display brightness
    3,000 nits
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <450 nits – >2k nits
    This smartwatch has higher display brightness than the average smartwatch (3000 nits vs 600 nits). The average smartwatch reaches 600 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 600 nits
  • 0.52 inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    1.92 inch
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
    This smartwatch has a larger screen size than the average smartwatch (1.9 inch vs 1.4 inch). The average smartwatch screen is 1.40 inch.
    Some sources mention multiple/uncertain size variants.
    1.92 inch vs 1.40 inch
  • Rugged construction
    Rugged design
    yes
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This smartwatch has a rugged design, the average smartwatch does not. 37.9% of smartwatches have a rugged design.
  • Better case material
    Case material
    titanium
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This smartwatch uses titanium for the case material, while the average smartwatch uses polycarbonate.
    titanium vs polycarbonate
  • Better band material
    Band material
    silicone, nylon, titanium
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This smartwatch uses silicone, nylon, titanium for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    silicone, nylon, titanium vs silicone
  • Higher resolution
    Display type
    410 x 502
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 410x502, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    LTPO panel wording.
    410x502 vs 352x430
  • 10 °C higher max temperature
    Maximum operating temperature
    55.0 °C
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <35 °C – >60 °C
    This smartwatch handles a higher maximum operating temperature than the average smartwatch (55 °C vs 45 °C). The average smartwatch reaches 45.0 °C.
    55.0 °C vs 45.0 °C
  • More frequent updates
    Software update frequency
    regular
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartwatch receives regular software updates, while the average smartwatch receives ended updates.
    Updates are released regularly throughout the year.
    regular vs ended
  • More advanced operating system
    Operating system
    watchOS
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartwatch runs a more advanced operating system than the average smartwatch (watchOS vs Proprietary OS).
    OS detail: watchOS (10).
    watchOS vs Proprietary OS
  • Crash detection capability
    Crash detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartwatch supports crash detection, the average smartwatch does not. 12.6% of smartwatches support crash detection.
  • Fall detection
    Fall detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartwatch supports fall detection, the average smartwatch does not. 21.3% of smartwatches support fall detection.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 60 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
    This smartwatch offers more internal storage than the average smartwatch (64 GB vs 4 GB). The average smartwatch provides 4 GB of storage.
    64 GB vs 4 GB
  • Faster CPU speed
    CPU speed
    2 x 1.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartwatch uses a CPU configuration of 2x1.8 GHz, while the average smartwatch uses 1 GHz.
    2x1.8 GHz vs 1 GHz
  • 2 more microphones
    Number of microphones
    3
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This smartwatch has more microphones than the average smartwatch (3 vs 1). The average smartwatch includes 1 microphones.
    3 vs 1
  • More advanced processor model
    Processor model
    Apple S9
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This smartwatch uses the Apple S9 processor model, while the average smartwatch uses Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko.
    Apple S9 vs Silicon Labs EFM32 Giant Gecko
  • 2 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartwatch has a newer release date than the average smartwatch (2023 vs 2021). The average smartwatch was released in 2021.
    September 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 5.5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1.5 days
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Converted from the reported 36-hour battery life.
    1.5 days vs 7 days
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP6X
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP6X vs IP68).
    IP6X vs IP68
  • 8 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    12 h
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (12 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    12 (with gps and lte in low power.
    12 h vs 20 h
  • Not compatible with Android
    Android compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch is not compatible with Android, the average smartwatch is. 95.3% of smartwatches are compatible with Android.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 2.8 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.40 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.4 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    14.40 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 16.4 g heavier weight
    Weight
    61.4 g
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (61.4 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    61.4 g vs 45.0 g
  • 5.38x more expensive
    Apple Watch Ultra 2 is more expensive than the average smartwatch (£700 vs £130).
    £700 vs £130
  • No stress monitoring
    Stress monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartwatch does not support stress monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 65.4% of smartwatches support stress monitoring.
  • 5.5 days day/s shorter battery life
    Battery life
    1.5 days
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 days – >16 days
    This smartwatch offers 1.5 days of battery life, while the average smartwatch offers 7 days.
    Converted from the reported 36-hour battery life.
    1.5 days vs 7 days
  • 8 h shorter GPS battery life
    Battery life with GPS on
    12 h
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <5.75 h – >43 h
    This smartwatch lasts less with GPS on than the average smartwatch (12 h vs 20 h). The average smartwatch lasts 20 h.
    12 (with gps and lte in low power.
    12 h vs 20 h
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • 7.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    12 h
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (12 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    12 h vs 19.25 h
  • Not compatible with Android
    Android compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartwatch is not compatible with Android, the average smartwatch is. 95.3% of smartwatches are compatible with Android.
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP6X
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartwatch has a lower IP rating than the average smartwatch (IP6X vs IP68).
    IP6X vs IP68
  • 2.8 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    14.40 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (14.4 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    Some sources mention variant-dependent thickness values.
    14.40 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • 16.4 g heavier weight
    Weight
    61.4 g
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <29 g – >80 g
    This smartwatch is heavier than the average smartwatch (61.4 g vs 45 g). The average smartwatch weighs 45.0 g.
    61.4 g vs 45.0 g
  • 10 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    40 m
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (40 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    4 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    40 m vs 50 m
  • Less practical form
    Form
    rectangular
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 4 mm taller watch height
    Height
    49.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (49 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    49.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • 4 mm wider band
    Width of band
    26.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <20 mm – >22 mm
    This smartwatch has a wider band width than the average smartwatch (26 mm vs 22 mm). The average smartwatch band is 22.0 mm wide.
    26.0 mm vs 22.0 mm
  • No smart alarm
    Smart alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not support a smart alarm, the average smartwatch does. 52.7% of smartwatches support smart alarms.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Thomas Tech
≈ estimated
26/11/2025
Full review · overview of features, software, fitness and value
Verdict
Apple Watch Ultra 2 is premium but justified for serious athletes and outdoor users, and one of the best smartwatches right now.
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What reviewers agree on

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The display, premium materials and GPS win praise, but it's big and heavy for many, and battery life splits opinion.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
14/08/2025
Hands-on review · Rugged adventure watch
Verdict
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 suits hikers and water sports fans, with a 3,000-nit screen and about 55 hours of battery, but it needs an iPhone.
9.0
zdnet.com
≈ estimated
11/02/2026
Long-term review · Rugged outdoor watch
Verdict
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 suits outdoor fans who want a bright screen and long battery life, but its bulky case may not suit everyone.
10
stuff.tv
✓ explicit
01/01/2025
Full review · Fitness smartwatch
Verdict
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a bright all-round fitness watch for those who don't mind its chunky size, though it needs charging every couple of days.
t3.com
22/12/2023
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trustedreviews.com
14/02/2024
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techradar.com
12/10/2023
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9.0
mensfitness.co.uk
≈ estimated
01/05/2025
Four-week test · Running smartwatch
Verdict
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a strong smartwatch for runners, but its battery and navigation lag behind dedicated running watches.
9.8
techgearlab.com
✓ explicit
27/02/2026
Lab-tested review · All-round smartwatch
Verdict
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has top-tier screen and call quality and long battery life without GPS, but its fitness tracking trails dedicated fitness watches.
9.0
outsideonline.com
≈ estimated
27/02/2026
Hands-on review · Weekend adventure
Verdict
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 suits weekend adventurers who can charge it often, with a bright screen and handy compass, but its 36-hour battery is its weak point.
cyclingweekly.com
27/06/2024
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outdoorgearlab.com
14/11/2023
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07/11/2023
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03/10/2023
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19/10/2023
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chip.de
25/10/2023
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9.0
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
20/01/2026
Long-term test · Sports and outdoor
Verdict
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 lasted about three days with always-on display in long-term testing, and suits iPhone users who want a rugged sports watch.
watson.ch
23/09/2023
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watchtime.net
28/10/2024
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iculture.nl
18/10/2023
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12/07/2024
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tweakers.net
02/01/2024
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7.0
hrdlpn.nl
≈ estimated
13/01/2026
Sports test · Running and triathlon
Verdict
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a sturdy sports watch with an automatic triathlon mode, but its running extras are hard to find and GPS lasts only 7 hours.
consumentenbond.nl
22/09/2023
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08/03/2024
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29/09/2023
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Third-party reviews

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What we like about Apple Watch Ultra 2

  • Exceptional 3,000-nit peak display brightness for visibility in direct sunlight
  • Significantly better battery life than standard Apple Watch models, lasting up to 3 days
  • Highly accurate heart rate and dual-frequency GPS tracking
  • Rugged, high-quality titanium design with a protective flat sapphire crystal screen
  • Improved on-device Siri processing and intuitive Double Tap gesture controls
  • Seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem and a vast selection of third-party apps
  • Useful physical controls including a customizable Action Button and glove-friendly Digital Crown

What we don't like about Apple Watch Ultra 2

  • High premium price point compared to standard Apple Watch Series models
  • Bulky 49mm case size is uncomfortable for small wrists and difficult to fit under sleeves
  • Incremental upgrade with few significant changes for owners of the original Ultra
  • Battery life still falls far short of dedicated endurance sports watches from Garmin or Coros
  • Native mapping features lack the deep topographic detail found in specialist adventure watches
  • Lack of advanced pro-level athletic performance and recovery metrics without third-party apps
  • Blood oxygen (SpO2) feature was temporarily disabled in some regions due to legal disputes

Verdict

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a high-performance smartwatch featuring a rugged 49mm aerospace-grade titanium case and a flat sapphire crystal display with an industry-leading peak brightness of 3,000 nits. Powered by the S9 SiP chip, it introduces the double-tap gesture, on-device Siri, and a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip for precision finding. Its primary strengths include exceptional durability with MIL-STD 810H certification, 100m water resistance, a dedicated customisable Action Button, and a battery life of up to 36 hours in normal use or 72 hours in Low Power Mode. However, notable drawbacks include its high price point, a bulky design that may feel oversized on smaller wrists, and a battery life that, while superior to other Apple models, still trails behind specialized outdoor competitors.

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