Reviewers Liked
- Adds barometer to GPS and swimproofing
- Data can power Siri and other apps
- Class-leading build quality
- WatchOS 4 adds great new features
- Siri's pretty great
- Faster processor
Reviewers Didn't Like
- Battery life takes a major hit when making calls or during GPS workouts
- The Watch's interface still takes too long to figure out
- Not much difference over last year's model
- Price for LTE support is high
- Cellular connectivity problems
Competitors and Related Products
Our editors hand-pick related products using a variety of criteria: direct competitors targeting the same market segment, or devices that are similar in size, performance, or feature sets.
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- 68 LG Watch Sport
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Expert reviews and ratings
80
Plenty of improvements and upgrades on a proven formula – the Apple Watch 3 is the best smartwatch available.
By TrustedReviewson
80
The Apple Watch may not ever be the promised device that liberates us from the shackles of our smartphones, but three years into its existence, it is a very competent and capable smartwatch. Now if only it would show me the time all of the time.
By The Vergeon
90
The two versions of the Apple Watch 3 impress - but the cheaper, non-4G version of the wearable delivers good value for money and top fitness capabilities from the wrist.
By TechRadaron
80
With the exception of making calls and listening to music, I measure my Apple Watch interactions in seconds, not minutes, but even when using it far more than I normally would (both tethered and independently), I never needed to resort to Power Reserve mode.
By MacWorldon
80
The Apple Watch Series 3 is the best overall smartwatch you can buy. That said, do you even need an Apple Watch in the first place? No. And the step back in battery life that the new features require, sometimes, makes it feel like a compromise. But, when I went for walks with just the watch, it was pretty fun. And I enjoyed the feeling of being unburdened from my phone. I even left my wallet at home.
By cneton
80
That said, it’s still not a perfect device. The battery remains the biggest limitation, and the Watch still needs more and better apps, and a simpler interface. And, for the love of everything holy, Apple needs to make a Watch with a screen that’s always on. But whether you’re a hyper-connected hyper-marathoner, or just looking for a few minutes away from the attention-sucking din of your iPhone, this is the first Watch that really works.
By Wiredon
90
Apple's smart upgrade to its popular wearable takes the Apple Watch to a new level of responsiveness and constant connectivity.
By Mashableon
80
There’s no question that the Apple Watch Series 3 is the best wearable the US technology firm has ever made. In fact, it’s the best smartwatch full-stop. This device is packed with features which not only bring notifications to your wrist but also keeps an eye on your health and even lets you pay for your weekly shop via Apple Pay.
By Express UKon
100
The Apple Watch Series 3 is not perfect, of course. Like most smartwatches, it could benefit from longer battery life, and it can only be used with iPhones — no Google Android users may apply. The Watch 3 is an able advocate for wearable technology, however, and just might convince more people to leave their smartphone at home and go for a walk.
By News AUon
85
If you didn't find the Apple Watch useful before, it's likely that the Series 3 isn't going to change your mind. Cellular connectivity is an interesting novelty, but as it stands right now, not everyone will find it useful. It will be interesting to see if more developers take advantage of the Series 3's independence and if Apple will eventually even allow them to do so.
By MobileSyrupon
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