Best Apple Watch Series 9 bands (2024)

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Best Apple Watch Series 9 bands? ›

Our favorites include the Apple Milanese Loop; this stainless steel band features a timeless design that classes up any Apple Watch. We also like the Nomad Waterproof Sports Band; it has a rugged, waterproof design perfect for active users who spend time outdoors.

This answer depends on which version of the Apple Watch Series 9 you have bought. The 41mm version of the Apple Watch is compatible with any of the previous bands that are for the 38mm, 40mm, or 41mm watches. If you have the 45m Apple Watch Series 9, any 42mm, 44mm, and 45mm bands are compatible with it.

Apple Sport Band

It's perhaps the most recognizable of all the best Apple Watch bands we tested, made of an ultra-durable fluoroelastomer material that feels highly substantial compared to regular silicone. We've never seen a Sport Band break in all our years of wearing an Apple Watch.

The bottom line: The Apple Watch Series 9 is a worthwhile upgrade over the Series 5. The performance benefits that come with upgrading from a 4-year-old chip will feel substantial, and there are plenty of new features that make the Series 9 feel significantly different.

Hold down the band release button, then slide the band across to remove it. If the band doesn't slide out, press the band release button again and make sure that you hold it down. Make sure that the text on the band is facing you, then slide the new band in until you feel and hear a click.

The choice between Apple Watch bands and Sport Loops ultimately depends on your preferences and lifestyle. Apple Watch bands are the way to go if you value style, customization, and durability. On the other hand, if comfort, sweat resistance, and versatility are your priorities, Sport Loops may be the better choice.

For a more accurate measurement, you can use a piece of sticky tape to hold the wider end in place. Wrap the tool tightly around your wrist, keeping it in place where you would wear a watch. Make sure the tool feels snug and doesn't slide up or down. Note the number the arrows point to — that's your band size.

Size 1 starts at 5 inches (120mm) and size 9 is 7.25 inches, or 184mm. Size Options, 44 and 45mm: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Size 4 starts at 5.75 inches (146mm), and size 12 is 8.125 inches (206mm).

If you value a band that feels like a second skin, Solo Loop is the answer. The Sport Band's pin-and-tuck closure allows for a secure and adjustable fit. If you prefer a band that stays in place during intense activities and provides flexibility in adjustment, the Sport Band is the choice for you.

Which Apple Watch band is easiest to clean? ›

Silicone Sport Band

While the silicone sport band is Apple's basic model, it works for patient care. The silicone strap is easy to wipe down and even sanitize with the healthcare grade wipes you likely have laying around at work. I wear the white band and despite the color have found it holds up well to stains.

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 were both banned in the US late last year as the result of a patent dispute with medical device maker Masimo.

Not only is the Apple Watch Series 9 designed to be attractive and look great on your wrist, it's also more durable than ever. Plus, it's waterproof. Wear the watch in the shower, while swimming, or even while snorkeling or scuba diving (down to a depth of 50 meters).

The advanced display system in Series 9 boosts the maximum brightness up to 2000 nits — double Series 8 — so it's easier to read in full sun. It's also better in low‑light situations, like a movie theater, because it dims to just 1 nit.

The Apple Solo Loop has developed a reputation for being the best general all-day Apple Watch strap for a good reason: it's ultra-comfortable in every way. There are plenty of colors to choose from, and it's made from liquid silicone rubber, giving it a unique, stretchable quality.

To determine the right size band for your wrist, you must match your wrist measurement to the appropriate band size. Apple Watch Sport Bands come in two sizes: S/M and M/L. The S/M size fits wrists that measure 130mm to 180mm, while the M/L size fits wrists that measure 150mm to 200mm.

Leather straps are a classic choice that is often considered the most comfortable, but rubber and nylon straps can also be comfortable, particularly for sports watches. Metal straps can be heavy, but they can be adjusted to fit the wrist precisely.