I had the Apple Watch 10 (46mm), but returned it. The Taptic Engine isn’t as strong as my older Version 7 (45mm) had, and I use it as my alarm clock since I’m hearing impaired. I slept through the version 10 Taptic three days in a row when set at the strongest setting. I never slept through it on my older version 7 watch. After returning the version 10 watch, I then got the Ultra 2 black watch, and I’ve had it 3 days. The Ultra 2 Taptic is as strong as my old version 7 watch, and it wakes me every day so far. So far, when I put the ultra 2 on the charger after about 24 hours of use, the watch says it has 78% battery charge still. I’m not using the watch for exercise tracking or cellular phone calls. This is far better than the older version 7 (45mm) or the newer version 10 (46mm). The ultra 2 is bigger, and easier to bump it into things, but I don’t perceive the weight difference between it and my previous non-ultra watches.
Thank you for sharing that. I’m not getting the series 10 but I do keep my watch on silent all the time and I rely on the haptic notifications, I do intend to upgrade next year but if this is still a problem I’m probably going to have to get the Ultra but I hope I won’t have to.
I rely on Taptic to wake up each morning and to alert me when the watch and iPhone are muted for sound. After reviewing many reviews. Your comment about the Taptic being weaker on series 10 seems to be unanimous across many forums. Thanks for the heads up!
@@1drhnsd1 yea i use my ultra haptic alarm to wake me every morning. It never fails. I love the double tap with my 2 fingers to engage the snooze function. Really cool feature, as I can keep my eyes closed and get a little more rest. It looks so much better in black 👍…I’m happy with my choice. I never even considered the series 10
Battery life isn’t actually a dealbreaker. Once a day everybody surely takes off the watch. Instead of laying it down anywhere, lay it on the charger while brushing teeth/ showering/… and it’s charged for everything that comes later the day/ night. If you miss ultras watch face, maybe it would be the better choice for you, but designwise it fits to the rugged look. Most people also don’t buy a SUV and lower it that it looks like a Ferrari.
I’ve been sleeping with the ultra 2 since I got it last year, never really found it uncomfortable. Is it noticeable on my wrist? A bit for me, but I don’t find it so bad to sleep with everyday. Also I think part of missing the alarm may have to due with the fact that I think the taptic engine is still bigger than the normal series? Edit: Usually if I know it’s an alarm that’s a bit more important, I usually tighten my band a little bit more on my Ultra to be a bit closer with my skin so the haptics would be stronger
@@muscy2637 I do the same thing. I double checked and the Taptic Engine is the same size. So it’s just the surface area difference. But yeah ive slept with my AWU for 2 years, no issues. But the S10 is so incredibly comfy to sleep with lol don’t feel it at all
I went from the Ultra 2 to the Series 10 and have no regrets! I just work the charging within my routine, and with the fast charging it’s really not an issue for me. It’s just so much more comfortable to wear and it looks better when I go out to eat or an event. The Ultra is too rugged for a small lady like me 😅 and the extent of my workouts is hiking. It’s not like I go diving or anything.
After watching this video, I’ve come to realize that many people buy and use the Ultra models like buying a Range Rover for commuting and for hauling groceries…nothing wrong with that, but it’s not its intended purpose. It’s best suited for lifestyles involving trekking “off the beaten path.” It is up to personal preference, though, how people use it, even if it’s not being used to its potential. Ideally, getting one of each for the different purposes makes sense the way Brandon stated - like having a daily/commuter car and one for off-roading.
Well the whole point of having a premium car or a premium phone or a premium watch is not about using all the functions , it is about having those features whenever you want to use them. And even the heavier build is a convenience that , your device can take the rough and tumble of daily life without you giving it a second thought . Just like having a multi purpose vehicle like a big 4wd theoretically could save you buying a second car for a specific purpose.
Every single person I have spoken to about the ultra they use says the same: got it for the battery life. None of them goes canyoning, diving etc. None of them wants to admit they bought the big boy model just to flex :)
I mean it’s the same for Garmins; people pay $1000+ for a watch that they don’t really need, no one is spending weeks out in the wild all the time. 95% of the time it’ll be used commuting to work or going shopping. It’s just nice to have when you need to do things like hiking or diving.
@@mikldude9376 The primary consumer demographic of Range Rover vehicles is married, young-to-middle-aged suburban-residing females. Do you believe they buy that vehicle so they can have the ability to go off-roading or on trails when they need them? For the AWU: you believe majority of its customers are preparing themselves to use them on a hike out in the middle of the wilderness and mountain climbing? Be realistic. And you are confusing premium features for something being purpose-built. As I stated, people do buy these things regardless whether they need those extra features, but if they end up using them is another thing. The standard Series watches are robust enough for daily life.
@@BruceLeeRoy26 I agree with you - nice to have when you do engage in those recreations. But, I’m just estimating that more than half of Ultra buyers will not be doing any hiking or diving. Meaning, it is nice to have but not using to its potential.
I got myself an ultra series 1 when they came out. The durability was the biggest selling point for me. I work construction and there has been a few hits that it took that I thought would break it but it’s holding strong. The newest software update really extended my battery life too. I’m very happy with it overall and think it’s a better choice for outdoor and rougher activities. That series 10 is very appealing though otherwise
It really wouldn’t there’s no point since that’s what makes the ultra different, the action button, the rugged look, the exclusive watch faces. Maybe in the future apple will make an ultra mini
series 10 is my first apple watch. the jet black color way is just too gorgeous, i was looking for this sleek style since the first apple watch came out
I think the Ultra 2 is also better if you just want the peace of mind that it won't break and you don't need a case or screen protector. If only we had an iPhone ultra that was the same way.
I have the series 7 I got it when it launched and i love it but there is some downsides. They have said that 7 minute charge is enough for sleep tracking, I couldn't remember if that was correct or not but can assure you that the first year of the watch battery was all good. It's been 3 years so battery degraded to 82 percent and now if I go to bed with 33 percent the watch is dead when I wake up. Day to day usage is perfect but sleep tracking is killing it.
I own both, I use my series 10 46mm for sleep tracking and the gym and daily usage, and my ultra 2 fir when I go hiking, camping, mountain bike riding. It’s nice having 2 watches! My series 46mm battery lasts me 2 days with sleep tracking and my ultra can last up to 3and a half days!
This is the best versus video I ever seen. I have both series 10 and Ultra 2 and I didn’t decide what keep but now I will use Series 10 as daily driver and Ultra for the outdoors activities and for travels. Thanks a lot!
8:27 The battery life is important but I don’t need multiple-day battery life. I shower daily. 1) I can charge while showering, and 2) I can charge prior to going to bed.
Just bought the black ultra 2 on Monday just past , my first smart watch , I'm blown away by its capabilities , it's like having a small smartphone on your wrist , very cool. And even taking phone calls despite having my phone in my pocket , just being able to lift the wrist tap the green button and talk , just not having to hold your phone is very nice . I still have not got the watch set up optimally and I have been using the hell out of it, using the sleep monitor , and the walking health stuff , and I've still been getting between a full day and nearly 2 days . Also playing Spotify to my headphones . And I've been using apple pay via the watch , very cool !
Welcome in the 21st century! It's great isn't it? If you have a cellular plan for the watch it gets even better: you can leave the phone at home, in your car or bag. Go standalone, so liberating. Enjoy your ultra 2, the black one is very stylish
Start looking at apps too! I have full control of my house and my vehicle from my watch, so I can leave my keys in my car when I go for a run. Nike Run app allows you to download the guided route for the day and leave your phone behind. It’s smart enough to lower the music slightly when the run coach is talking then adjust it back to normal when he goes quiet. Ordered an uber back to my house one night from my watch.
I’m using my series 10 a couple of weeks and battery life is far better than my old 7 (i wouldn’y have switched if it didn’t broke), now i can use the watch for 36h without charging. I charged it yesterday at 7 am and today i am at 17% at 6:30 pm with two workouts in the gym and doing 10km of bike per day
Couldn’t agree more. Love the look of the Ultra and like the extra features…but there’s no denying it’s uncomfortable to wear all day. The S10 is super comfortable, can’t even feel it on my wrist….we need the Ultras Modular face on the S10 though!!
@@BrandonButchcan't see it happening mate , if you cut down the size , you must start to compromise on features , physics dictates, if you want all the bells and whistles, you just cannot fit them all into a small case.
@@DennisD8 I follow Settings on iPhone and Watch as recommended by Brandon Butch and Payette Forward. I have restricted my messages to the Messaging Apps, such as Telegram, WhatsApp, Messages. Uber, the health apps etc. So basically not Social Media apps like FB & IG.
I recently lost my Series 8 watch and I am looking to purchase a new Apple Watch. The Ultra’s are out of the amount I would like to spend on a watch. Would you still suggest the Series 10 over the others?
One thing to consider is the original ultra in mint condition. There are some upgrades between the original and the second generation watches but the price difference is significant
the battery on the series 10 has been quite bad for me. after sleep tracking starting at 100% and 7hrs sleep I always have 69-71%. Yesterday I went shopping for about two hours and the battery dropped 78%-56% 😅 I’ve gone through my settings before anyone suggests turning x off. The charge speeds are amazing though
I had an Ultra 1 and switched to a S10, it’s so much better for day to day life but I truly miss having the dual frequency GPS for running, I’ve noticed the S10 isn’t as accurate for me in my neighborhood when running and it’s a bummer.
I really love the watch face Ultra provides and the battery life. And although I am slim with skinny wrists and it’s massive, I still love the Ultra and it’s worth the occasional annoyance when sleeping or if it gets caught rarely when reaching into a bag or whatever.
Is the sleep tracking more accurate than on the older watches? I recently switched from an Apple Watch 7 to a Garmin Instinct 2X Solar, but I'm planning to switch back to an Apple Watch Series 10. I'll be able to charge it when I wear my old Series 4 for sleep tracking.
I sold my ultra just for one reason I think no one talks about I think some random reviewer talked about it : the watch faces on the curved screen looked much much better on the 10 than the ultra, feels like it is floating on the screen and when the ultra goes into always on some watch faces shrink down where as the 10 does not do that. I think one of the watch face is the contour try that on ultra it will shrink down on the ultra whereas on the 10 or 9 it will stay the same once you see it you can’t unsee it.
Fair to say , but it's not that much of an inconvenience to twist your wrist a bit , and having a tuffer flat screen does have its benefits too. I try to be careful with my gear , but I'm not the most coordinated old dude, and in the 4 days I've had my ultra 2 I've already given it a couple of accidental decent knocks , but I'm not worried about breaking the screen , because I think it is well protected by the side of the case.
I am keeping my Ultra 2 that I got a year ago. MY primary reasoning is the Oxygen sensor with my Ultra 2. It is that important for me to know my Oxygen levels. The other things I really like the fact that it has the longer battery life and going a couple days of not having to charge the watch
I like the O2 sensor as well, and it's reallly dumb that Apple doesn't negotiate a deal with the company that owns the patent on that technology. For folks who buy an AW that doesn't have the O2 sensor, you can get a pulse oximeter from Amazon for around $20 to check your blood oxygen level. But an AW with an O2 sensor is better because because it checks it periodically, including when you sleep. You can get an O2 ring from Amazon for $150-200 that you can wear while you sleep and it will take readings continuously through the night and transfer them to an app in your phone (and your Health app) via bluetooth.
Is your Apple Watch 10 the Cellular model or the GPS Only model? The reason why I ask is I wanted to know if the Gray Ring on the Digital Crown is the new Cellular indicator vs the Red Ring on the Apple Watch 9.
The Ultra watches have three microphones and does isolation it at a hardware level verses the S10 which uses one microphone and the SIP to do audio voice isolation.
I’m using the watch ultra 2 with some chinesium watch strap which doesn’t look half bad Don’t have any issues sleeping with it, only problem is getting my sleeves over it 💀
I just got my Titanium gold series 10 watch with the gold band and I absolutely love it! It looks good enough to wear when dressed up and yet is great for casual dress too. I love it.
Sounds like the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch 10 can be swapped with the Ultra 2 worn during day and the 10 at night with both recording on the single app for everything.
Couple Questions. Air Pods pro 2 with hearing aid. Can I listen to a book on my iPad and here’s a TV through the AirPod pro 2 at the same time? If I receive a phone call while I am on my iPad will the air pods pro2 switch to the iPhone automatically. A nice review on the air pods pro 2 would be nice.
I thought I was crazy for potentially keeping both... did you get cellular for both? Do you know if it's easy to bounce cellular (I have verizon) between the two? I thought I was past this decision making, but the 10 is so alluring... (went from silver U2, S10 titanium, black U2). I have problems 😂
Siren feature being the highlight seems strange. Is this siren loud enough? Would anyone go hiking without the iPhone and isn’t the iphone speaker louder for this purpose?
I wondered that myself mate , I know Siri has basic functions on the U2 , but somehow I doubt that these watches will get apple intelligence, unless they can do it in cloud . The thought did cross my mind that the Ultra 3 next year might have the feature . Your guess is as good as mine😊.
Hi, I still use a Series 7 aluminum. Think about switching to 10 in jetblack. The 10 in titanium would also be nice but then I could probably also reach for the Ultra?
I get rid of my Ultra 1 to get the series 10 jet black. Now, as a bodybuilder, I use my watch to track my workouts, sleep, and performance. I guarantee the battery will last more than a day. Way comfortable to sleep and when the first hiking cardio outdoors I done the performance and precision were great.
@ please don’t go Garmin my biggest mistake , I love my AWU it’s a easier watch to use and get your info don’t fall for the thousand dollar junk watch hype I fell for it, I bought the Garmin Epix pro g2 51mm and although there are things I love and things I hate, I love the flashlight I love the bright screen colors, however it lags badly on all maps it lags terrible on weather maps, it is never close on a measured run it’s always either too short or way too long, and the gps on best setting has you going through peoples houses down the middle of roads etc etc. where AWU gps sows which side of the road you are on and you can spell your name in the grocery store parking lot at night it’s that accurate. They said AWU isn’t a sports watch but it can do everything the epix g2 pro can do and more. With a 5 dollar app work out doors it uses so many metrics it’s hard to keep up with them all. You will also want Athlytic and bam there’s more than you need at under 900 bucks and smashes Garmin and it’s a stand alone with AWU you don’t need your flopping phone in your pocket, and you can still get emergency calls without your phone I use ear buds and listen to podcasts casts or do RUclips videos on my phone if I go on long walks ten mile walks
I used to have the Ultra 1 and went with Series 10.... and yeah, I MISS the Modular Ultra screen. I find it's so sad because the screen of the Series 10 should be almost bigger than Ultra 2. Mmmmm....
I am looking at getting my first ever Apple watch I am trying to decide between the series 9 or the series 10 or the black ultra 2 I am 59 years old and not a real tech jockey lol what i want it for is day to day watch the health benefits and to use it on the golf course for distances and to keep track of my steps etc which do you think would suit me or be my best choice between these 3 watches ? thx a bunch awesome review by they way cheers from Vulcan Canada
I'm 52, using an Apple Watch for years now and have just switched to the series 10. Seeing you're not doing extreme sports and you regularly have access to a charger, I wouldn't spend that extra money on an ultra 2 if I were you (unless you have plenty of money and you want to flex the big boywatch). Between the series 9 and 10, I definitely recommend the 10. The screen really is noticeably bigger and pleasant to use, and it's nice that it's thinner than the 9. Fits perfectly under a dress shirt too. Best update: it now charges really really fast. Need to step out the house? 15 minutes of charging will get you a long way. If you can, get one with cellular. With those, you don't need to carry your phone in your pocket all the time. You can leave it in the golf bag, in the car or even at home and still be able to make calls, read e-mails and track fitness. The Apple Watch is a great fitness tracker. And if you get one, don't forget to speak to Siri, saves a lot of time if you're like me and you make a lot of typo's on phones :)
A really good comparison. I've been super happy with my Ultra 2 for the past year, for all the same reasons as you. But like you say, the bulk and weight are a bit uncomfortable when sleeping for many people. So I looked around and found a pretty good deal on an AW (just the base model). I bought it in the midnight colorway and use it mostly for sleep tracking, but also to occasionally switch up my look. The 9 isn't quite as thin and light as the 10. But it's pretty close, and it's way lighter and less bulky than the Ultra. I think having 2 AWs is a good solution, and it's not super expensive if you buy a one- to two-year old model as your secondary Watch. If you have a 10 and love it, but are really tempted by the Ultra, get an Ultra 1 as your secondary AW. It's a two-year old model so you can often find really good deals on them, or you can get a refurbished one. The Ultra 2 was a very minor upgrade over the Ultra 1, so you'd probably be really happy with the Ultra 1 as your secondary Watch.
Will the sensors work on or over a tattoo? I know you don’t have a sleeve, but if you do and you have tried the series 10, can it stay unlocked and utilize the sensors?
Not by default but some found little workarounds. Check out this thread: www.reddit.com/r/AppleWatch/comments/qgbf5g/confirmed_tattoo_fix_epoxy_bottlecap_sticker/
The 10 has all you need in my opinion. If you have access to a charger daily there's also no need to spend all that extra money on the ultra. From my own experience: the 10 sits comfortably on the wrist during workouts. I do wear it with the crown button on the left side instead of the usual upper right side. It pressed in my hand sometimes when I twisted my wrist before, now it doesn't. The real thing here is the software. The work-out app does have an option to track gym workout but not specific gym exercises. You'll need a third party app for that but that will also be the case with the ultra 2.
I just upgraded from a series 5 black aluminum to the 10 in slate titanium. Also went from the small size to the large. I plan to keep my watch for a while again like I did the last. While I am a smaller person, 5’1” on a good day, I wanted a little more battery. I’m actually happy with the size upgrade. I don’t think it looks too wild on me.
@@Unnamed456 Sadly I didn't check the number but I was charging multiple times a day to make it through. And the latest OS was not supported. I would have 100% when going to bed and wake up at 75%.
@@NairobiOSmith Nice!! Thank you for the info! I'm a new Apple user with the iPhone 16, and I'm thinking of getting an Apple Watch series 10, so I appreciate the real info from real users and not from RUclipsrs with many interests.
Still in doubt between these two, still figuring out how durable the ultra 2 in black is because I do heavy work where maybe a series 10 won’t survive with its curved edges…
Great video! I Actually have both with me, traded in a series 7 midnight and really liking fast charge and a slightly bigger and brighter display. And need to sent in the trade for my ultra 1 mostly changing for the color. Although the ultra 2 got the screen scratched within the first 3 hours of use not sure how. While my ultra 1 after 2 years of use is in perfect shape. So not sure about that I might return it and get another one and maybe be more careful ? Anyways good review!
Hmm, I can not imagine that the Series 10 will go out of battery on a day hike? Maybe the second day? And durability wise I agree, but is it really worth it to keep two then? For me the 10 is the clear winner because it's sleeper, looks better and has even a better display.
I live my ultra 2. Couldn’t give up the battery life and prior to AW I wore chunky dive watches anyway as my preference so when the AWU came out it was a match made in heaven for me!! Love the new bands. Brando could you share a picture with the new black mesh band on the natural AWU2 please.
I have both. I have another 10 days to decide which to keep. I like the s10 so much more in terms of comfort and looks. But god damn the ultra 2 in black is also very nice and I actually use my watch throughout the day so much. And the battery lasts me a full day. I actually use my watch a LOT throughout the day and end up with 40% around 9Pm
I have the series 10 in black,I was not paying twice the price for the ultra 2 in black,the advantage of the series 10 is it’s so low profile it’s less likely to get damaged and it’s better for wearing at night during sleep,the battery life is not an issue at all and it charges really fast,twenty minutes charge gives me plenty of charge from roughly 20-80 that lasts 24 hours till it’s 20 again.I don’t seem the value in the ultra 2 compared to the series 10 especially at twice the price
The low profile of the watch is not what keeps it safe, if you are wearing it then its inevitable it will bang into things now and then... then you are faced with the first disadvantage which is the rounded edges, the ultra watch has a flat face protected by the body, you are MUCH more likely to bang the glass on your series 10 than you are on the ultra where you are much more likely to hit the body. Every ultra watch also comes with sapphire crystal which almost will never scratch, only the titanium series 10 has the sapphire... at almost double the aluminum watch price so getting super close to ultra pricing. The ultra having longer battery life also means you need to charge it less, less charge cycles means in 1 - 2 years the battery should still be relatively healthy while on the series 10 with daily charging that battery will be far more tired, it wont matter how fast it charges if it degrades enough you cant get it to last the day while out, so thats another understated advantage of the ultra. For most people the normal watch is still the smarter option, but there is for sure value in the ultra when you really consider what those advantages mean.
When u are used to regular AW this isn’t anything new. U are used to charge it every night. I sometimes charge with 20 percent left and sometimes with 50 depend how much i use watch. I have S7 and it is noticeable. My side button is jammed for like a 1.5 years now it’s frustrating.
I have the series 8 so I’m not upgrading, but this is nice! Great review! I hope they bring blood oxygen back because I’d miss that feature if I switched
I had a series 7 and enjoyed it, but the battery was a weak spot and I would find it dead during the day. So far, the Ultra 2 has been great. The battery is much stronger. It doesn't bother me at night, either. I'm definitely keeping the Ultra 2.
I tried the 10 hoping it would be better for sleep for me than Ultra 2, but alas it was not. Plus, I really missed being able to use the action button (with side button) to be able to pause runs. Hitting the side button and the digital crown to do that on the series watches is fidgety for me. Returned the 10 and just got a cheap small se ($189 right now) to try for sleep tracking. Let’s see how that goes..
I'm so confused by the 18hr battery life claim on the Series 9. It's way longer! Over 24hrs mine drops about 65%. I charge it each morning for 35min to get it back up to about 95%. Does anyone else have this, or do some really only last 18 hours?
Are you rocking the Series 10 or Ultra? ⌚
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Ultra 2 black! Just upgraded from my Series 4 steel of 7 years!
Ultra 2 black. Love it
Ultra black ofc
U2 all day
I had the Apple Watch 10 (46mm), but returned it. The Taptic Engine isn’t as strong as my older Version 7 (45mm) had, and I use it as my alarm clock since I’m hearing impaired. I slept through the version 10 Taptic three days in a row when set at the strongest setting. I never slept through it on my older version 7 watch.
After returning the version 10 watch, I then got the Ultra 2 black watch, and I’ve had it 3 days. The Ultra 2 Taptic is as strong as my old version 7 watch, and it wakes me every day so far.
So far, when I put the ultra 2 on the charger after about 24 hours of use, the watch says it has 78% battery charge still. I’m not using the watch for exercise tracking or cellular phone calls. This is far better than the older version 7 (45mm) or the newer version 10 (46mm).
The ultra 2 is bigger, and easier to bump it into things, but I don’t perceive the weight difference between it and my previous non-ultra watches.
Yes that is such a disappointment. MY watch 10 does not wake me up at all while my previous watch a 5 did.Enjoy your ultra 2!
Thank you for sharing that. I’m not getting the series 10 but I do keep my watch on silent all the time and I rely on the haptic notifications, I do intend to upgrade next year but if this is still a problem I’m probably going to have to get the Ultra but I hope I won’t have to.
I rely on Taptic to wake up each morning and to alert me when the watch and iPhone are muted for sound.
After reviewing many reviews. Your comment about the Taptic being weaker on series 10 seems to be unanimous across many forums. Thanks for the heads up!
@@1drhnsd1 yea i use my ultra haptic alarm to wake me every morning. It never fails. I love the double tap with my 2 fingers to engage the snooze function. Really cool feature, as I can keep my eyes closed and get a little more rest. It looks so much better in black 👍…I’m happy with my choice. I never even considered the series 10
Losing the modular ultra face from ultra is a dealbreaker - alongside the loss of 2 day battery life
I missed that watch face much more than I anticipated
Classic apple fashion to locking a watch face behind a paywall, the screen is bigger on the S10 so they have no excuses
I Hope they add the watchface to S10
They really need to add that for the S10. I do miss that as well.
Battery life isn’t actually a dealbreaker. Once a day everybody surely takes off the watch. Instead of laying it down anywhere, lay it on the charger while brushing teeth/ showering/… and it’s charged for everything that comes later the day/ night.
If you miss ultras watch face, maybe it would be the better choice for you, but designwise it fits to the rugged look. Most people also don’t buy a SUV and lower it that it looks like a Ferrari.
TIL I'm insane for wearing my Ultra to sleep track every night 🤷🏻♂. Although I will say the S10 feels SO much better when sleeping with it
Slept with the ultra 2 past 2 nights and it wasn’t uncomfortable at all
I’ve been sleeping with the ultra 2 since I got it last year, never really found it uncomfortable. Is it noticeable on my wrist? A bit for me, but I don’t find it so bad to sleep with everyday.
Also I think part of missing the alarm may have to due with the fact that I think the taptic engine is still bigger than the normal series?
Edit: Usually if I know it’s an alarm that’s a bit more important, I usually tighten my band a little bit more on my Ultra to be a bit closer with my skin so the haptics would be stronger
@@muscy2637 I do the same thing. I double checked and the Taptic Engine is the same size. So it’s just the surface area difference. But yeah ive slept with my AWU for 2 years, no issues. But the S10 is so incredibly comfy to sleep with lol don’t feel it at all
I’ve been sleeping with my Ultra 1 ever since I got it and don’t even notice it at night.
@@TrafalgarL4wyer I wear the Apple Watch Ultra one to bed as well and it’s not that bad!
I went from the Ultra 2 to the Series 10 and have no regrets! I just work the charging within my routine, and with the fast charging it’s really not an issue for me. It’s just so much more comfortable to wear and it looks better when I go out to eat or an event. The Ultra is too rugged for a small lady like me 😅 and the extent of my workouts is hiking. It’s not like I go diving or anything.
Fast charging truly is fast, I'm amazed. By the time Ive brushed my teeth the thing is ready to get through the night. Awesome
@@KingFozzie1 for real 😂
@@mariastormer800 Did you go the titanium or aluminium finish and how are you finding it?
Did you get the 46 or 42?? The Ultra 2 is so heavy on my wrist debating what size I want of the series 10
After watching this video, I’ve come to realize that many people buy and use the Ultra models like buying a Range Rover for commuting and for hauling groceries…nothing wrong with that, but it’s not its intended purpose. It’s best suited for lifestyles involving trekking “off the beaten path.” It is up to personal preference, though, how people use it, even if it’s not being used to its potential. Ideally, getting one of each for the different purposes makes sense the way Brandon stated - like having a daily/commuter car and one for off-roading.
Well the whole point of having a premium car or a premium phone or a premium watch is not about using all the functions , it is about having those features whenever you want to use them.
And even the heavier build is a convenience that , your device can take the rough and tumble of daily life without you giving it a second thought .
Just like having a multi purpose vehicle like a big 4wd theoretically could save you buying a second car for a specific purpose.
Every single person I have spoken to about the ultra they use says the same: got it for the battery life. None of them goes canyoning, diving etc. None of them wants to admit they bought the big boy model just to flex :)
I mean it’s the same for Garmins; people pay $1000+ for a watch that they don’t really need, no one is spending weeks out in the wild all the time. 95% of the time it’ll be used commuting to work or going shopping.
It’s just nice to have when you need to do things like hiking or diving.
@@mikldude9376 The primary consumer demographic of Range Rover vehicles is married, young-to-middle-aged suburban-residing females. Do you believe they buy that vehicle so they can have the ability to go off-roading or on trails when they need them? For the AWU: you believe majority of its customers are preparing themselves to use them on a hike out in the middle of the wilderness and mountain climbing? Be realistic. And you are confusing premium features for something being purpose-built. As I stated, people do buy these things regardless whether they need those extra features, but if they end up using them is another thing. The standard Series watches are robust enough for daily life.
@@BruceLeeRoy26 I agree with you - nice to have when you do engage in those recreations. But, I’m just estimating that more than half of Ultra buyers will not be doing any hiking or diving. Meaning, it is nice to have but not using to its potential.
I just got my series 10 today in jet black 46mm I love it so far never had the ultra or ultra 2
gonna get the Ultra 2 in black with the titanium loop soon enough can’t wait!
I got myself an ultra series 1 when they came out. The durability was the biggest selling point for me. I work construction and there has been a few hits that it took that I thought would break it but it’s holding strong. The newest software update really extended my battery life too. I’m very happy with it overall and think it’s a better choice for outdoor and rougher activities. That series 10 is very appealing though otherwise
It'd be great to have the Series 10 with the Ultra's matte black finish, action button, and modular face.
The watch Apple should have made... but didn't....
It really wouldn’t there’s no point since that’s what makes the ultra different, the action button, the rugged look, the exclusive watch faces. Maybe in the future apple will make an ultra mini
series 10 is my first apple watch. the jet black color way is just too gorgeous, i was looking for this sleek style since the first apple watch came out
Does it scratch easily?
@@darreng-gyes the glass face did for me, after wearing it for just a week
I had the S4 and S6 aluminums and I managed to nick both their displays within a month of usage. So when the Ultra came out and turned out to only be
Ultra gang where you at! 🙏
Apple mafia roll call
Right here!!! Ultra is better for me!
Anything on the durability of the series 10 aluminium? Is the finish easier to scratch under normal usage?
No one talks about it
Been on the fence between these 2… but I figured, the U2 would be the one that I want, but the S10 is the one that I only need.
I think the Ultra 2 is also better if you just want the peace of mind that it won't break and you don't need a case or screen protector. If only we had an iPhone ultra that was the same way.
I just can't decide. Either the Series 10 46mm in titanium or the Ultra 2 in black. Both have their pros and cons...
what did you decide
@ I chose the Ultra 2, and I like it more and more every day.
I also confuse between them so suggest me which watch should I buy?
Brandon said it, I love my series 10, but I miss that modular ultra watch face, I hope Apple adds that in the future the to series 10.
I have the series 7 I got it when it launched and i love it but there is some downsides. They have said that 7 minute charge is enough for sleep tracking, I couldn't remember if that was correct or not but can assure you that the first year of the watch battery was all good. It's been 3 years so battery degraded to 82 percent and now if I go to bed with 33 percent the watch is dead when I wake up. Day to day usage is perfect but sleep tracking is killing it.
Just charge it when you shower. I hate eating with the watch on hand and I charge it while eating. 🤷🏻♂️
get your battery replaced (preferably third party place) and it will be as good as new :)
Bro is uploading every other day I really like your channel Brandon 😮
Thanks! It's my busiest stretch of the year haha
I own both, I use my series 10 46mm for sleep tracking and the gym and daily usage, and my ultra 2 fir when I go hiking, camping, mountain bike riding. It’s nice having 2 watches! My series 46mm battery lasts me 2 days with sleep tracking and my ultra can last up to 3and a half days!
@@itsdtxjd literally exactly what I said I did in this video haha. Great minds think alike!
Same I have my series 8 ss for “dressing up” and sleep tracking. I use my new black AWU2 for everything else. I'm glad I didn't trade in the 8.
Can you have both synced to the same phone?
@@vincentjoly9230 Yes you can
@@vincentjoly9230yes
This is the best versus video I ever seen. I have both series 10 and Ultra 2 and I didn’t decide what keep but now I will use Series 10 as daily driver and Ultra for the outdoors activities and for travels. Thanks a lot!
8:27 The battery life is important but I don’t need multiple-day battery life. I shower daily. 1) I can charge while showering, and 2) I can charge prior to going to bed.
Just bought the black ultra 2 on Monday just past , my first smart watch , I'm blown away by its capabilities , it's like having a small smartphone on your wrist , very cool.
And even taking phone calls despite having my phone in my pocket , just being able to lift the wrist tap the green button and talk , just not having to hold your phone is very nice .
I still have not got the watch set up optimally and I have been using the hell out of it, using the sleep monitor , and the walking health stuff , and I've still been getting between a full day and nearly 2 days . Also playing Spotify to my headphones .
And I've been using apple pay via the watch , very cool !
Welcome in the 21st century! It's great isn't it? If you have a cellular plan for the watch it gets even better: you can leave the phone at home, in your car or bag. Go standalone, so liberating. Enjoy your ultra 2, the black one is very stylish
Start looking at apps too! I have full control of my house and my vehicle from my watch, so I can leave my keys in my car when I go for a run. Nike Run app allows you to download the guided route for the day and leave your phone behind. It’s smart enough to lower the music slightly when the run coach is talking then adjust it back to normal when he goes quiet. Ordered an uber back to my house one night from my watch.
What is your recommendation for health features like oxygen level which is on my series 9. Should I upgrade it with S10 ?
I’m using my series 10 a couple of weeks and battery life is far better than my old 7 (i wouldn’y have switched if it didn’t broke), now i can use the watch for 36h without charging. I charged it yesterday at 7 am and today i am at 17% at 6:30 pm with two workouts in the gym and doing 10km of bike per day
and isn't it great how fast it charges?!
How long does the battery last if you make calls and use WiFi data?
Couldn’t agree more. Love the look of the Ultra and like the extra features…but there’s no denying it’s uncomfortable to wear all day. The S10 is super comfortable, can’t even feel it on my wrist….we need the Ultras Modular face on the S10 though!!
YES! I'm begging Apple to bring something similar to the Series 10.
@@BrandonButchcan't see it happening mate , if you cut down the size , you must start to compromise on features , physics dictates, if you want all the bells and whistles, you just cannot fit them all into a small case.
My Series 10 lasts 48 hours, could not be happier with it, for all the same positives that you have highlighted here.
wow that's amazing! I haven't seen anything close to 48hr on mine.
What settings do u use to get so much battery life? Mine has 35% Left when I used it all day long
@@DennisD8 I follow Settings on iPhone and Watch as recommended by Brandon Butch and Payette Forward. I have restricted my messages to the Messaging Apps, such as Telegram, WhatsApp, Messages. Uber, the health apps etc. So basically not Social Media apps like FB & IG.
The comfort of the series 10 is the reason I got it. You’ve got to experience it to believe.
thinking of upgrading from my series 6. thank you for this video
I recently lost my Series 8 watch and I am looking to purchase a new Apple Watch. The Ultra’s are out of the amount I would like to spend on a watch. Would you still suggest the Series 10 over the others?
One thing to consider is the original ultra in mint condition. There are some upgrades between the original and the second generation watches but the price difference is significant
the battery on the series 10 has been quite bad for me. after sleep tracking starting at 100% and 7hrs sleep I always have 69-71%. Yesterday I went shopping for about two hours and the battery dropped 78%-56% 😅 I’ve gone through my settings before anyone suggests turning x off. The charge speeds are amazing though
You exchange for the ultra
@ Turns out it was just a bug. Updated a few days later and my battery can last almost a day and a half now
I turn on the theatre mode so the screen is off the whole time during sleep
Coming from the original Ultra. 10 Jet Black is awesome . Love double tap and the lightness
I had an Ultra 1 and switched to a S10, it’s so much better for day to day life but I truly miss having the dual frequency GPS for running, I’ve noticed the S10 isn’t as accurate for me in my neighborhood when running and it’s a bummer.
I really love the watch face Ultra provides and the battery life. And although I am slim with skinny wrists and it’s massive, I still love the Ultra and it’s worth the occasional annoyance when sleeping or if it gets caught rarely when reaching into a bag or whatever.
Is the sleep tracking more accurate than on the older watches? I recently switched from an Apple Watch 7 to a Garmin Instinct 2X Solar, but I'm planning to switch back to an Apple Watch Series 10. I'll be able to charge it when I wear my old Series 4 for sleep tracking.
Dude has the Ultra 10! That's decades away from being released.
Is that 42mm or 46mm for the Apple Watch 10
Ultra 2 is the best never have to worry about charging
I sold my ultra just for one reason I think no one talks about I think some random reviewer talked about it : the watch faces on the curved screen looked much much better on the 10 than the ultra, feels like it is floating on the screen and when the ultra goes into always on some watch faces shrink down where as the 10 does not do that. I think one of the watch face is the contour try that on ultra it will shrink down on the ultra whereas on the 10 or 9 it will stay the same once you see it you can’t unsee it.
Fair to say , but it's not that much of an inconvenience to twist your wrist a bit , and having a tuffer flat screen does have its benefits too.
I try to be careful with my gear , but I'm not the most coordinated old dude, and in the 4 days I've had my ultra 2 I've already given it a couple of accidental decent knocks , but I'm not worried about breaking the screen , because I think it is well protected by the side of the case.
I am keeping my Ultra 2 that I got a year ago. MY primary reasoning is the Oxygen sensor with my Ultra 2. It is that important for me to know my Oxygen levels. The other things I really like the fact that it has the longer battery life and going a couple days of not having to charge the watch
I like the O2 sensor as well, and it's reallly dumb that Apple doesn't negotiate a deal with the company that owns the patent on that technology.
For folks who buy an AW that doesn't have the O2 sensor, you can get a pulse oximeter from Amazon for around $20 to check your blood oxygen level. But an AW with an O2 sensor is better because because it checks it periodically, including when you sleep. You can get an O2 ring from Amazon for $150-200 that you can wear while you sleep and it will take readings continuously through the night and transfer them to an app in your phone (and your Health app) via bluetooth.
Yes I was in the Air Force for 7 years and it was taught or beat into our chair force heads until we at least were decently educated.
Awesome video. The shots are spot on, and that location just shows pure peace. You absolutely nailed it
Is your Apple Watch 10 the Cellular model or the GPS Only model? The reason why I ask is I wanted to know if the Gray Ring on the Digital Crown is the new Cellular indicator vs the Red Ring on the Apple Watch 9.
The Ultra watches have three microphones and does isolation it at a hardware level verses the S10 which uses one microphone and the SIP to do audio voice isolation.
Yep, the SIP does a much better job at isolating!
Any difference using a running app? Which is best for runnning? Thanks
Do you actually get charging alerts before bedtime? 9:13 I’m not getting them anymore since watchOS 11 on my new series 10 :-(
I’m using the watch ultra 2 with some chinesium watch strap which doesn’t look half bad
Don’t have any issues sleeping with it, only problem is getting my sleeves over it 💀
🤣 same, I can't stand putting on a button-up shirt with the Ultra
Chinesium!!!
Short sleeves , problem solved 😊.
How you tried the galaxy watch ultra? If so, how does it compare to the apple watch?
I want to know what about scratches on the Jet Black? I want that one but am worried about it scratching easily.
Not so many people mention about this. Dont know why
@@anh1093 because there's nothing to mention. Nobody I know, myself included, has issues with scratches
I just got my Titanium gold series 10 watch with the gold band and I absolutely love it! It looks good enough to wear when dressed up and yet is great for casual dress too. I love it.
The Titanium looks very sleek. Nice choice!
@@BrandonButchtitanium watch 10 also seems as rugged as ultra
Sounds like the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch 10 can be swapped with the Ultra 2 worn during day and the 10 at night with both recording on the single app for everything.
Couple Questions. Air Pods pro 2 with hearing aid. Can I listen to a book on my iPad and here’s a TV through the AirPod pro 2 at the same time? If I receive a phone call while I am on my iPad will the air pods pro2 switch to the iPhone automatically. A nice review on the air pods pro 2 would be nice.
I thought I was crazy for potentially keeping both... did you get cellular for both? Do you know if it's easy to bounce cellular (I have verizon) between the two?
I thought I was past this decision making, but the 10 is so alluring... (went from silver U2, S10 titanium, black U2). I have problems 😂
Nope, I only have cellular in the Ultra. And you’re just like me 🤣
Siren feature being the highlight seems strange. Is this siren loud enough? Would anyone go hiking without the iPhone and isn’t the iphone speaker louder for this purpose?
Im planning to buy the apple watch 10 hope the battery wont disappoint me.
Is the series 10 46mm enough to track 6.5 hours of skiing? My series 7 dies after 3.5 hours…
Do you feel like you need some kind of screen protector for the 10?
True for any watch.
Does the Apple Watch Ultra 2 let you play music from its speaker or is that juts for the series 10?
It does.
But if you had to choose just one of these watches (like most people would) to keep and use, which would it be?
How are you playing audio straight out of the Ultra 2?
Do these watches either support, Apple Intelligence? I’ve been trying to look all over and I’ve been getting mixed answers.
I wondered that myself mate , I know Siri has basic functions on the U2 , but somehow I doubt that these watches will get apple intelligence, unless they can do it in cloud .
The thought did cross my mind that the Ultra 3 next year might have the feature .
Your guess is as good as mine😊.
AI availability on either watch would've been mentioned in the keynote.
Nope
Always loved the look of the Apple Watch Ultra. I wish they at least updated the chip with the same one as the Watch Series 10
I just got ultra 2 this week, it seems pretty snappy mate , so far I haven't found much to complain about.
I brought the series 10 and I returned and upgraded to ultra 2 was best thing I ever done
May I ask why? I bought the 10 and still keeping it
Bring it back and wait for ultra 3
@ if I wait every year for new things come out I’ll never buy anything
@@adriano_pressendotrue 😂😂😂
@@adriano_pressendo😂
Great video, I just wish the bezels were slimmer like the series 9. I know the glass is more rounded but it still looks bigger
Hi, I still use a Series 7 aluminum. Think about switching to 10 in jetblack. The 10 in titanium would also be nice but then I could probably also reach for the Ultra?
I get rid of my Ultra 1 to get the series 10 jet black.
Now, as a bodybuilder, I use my watch to track my workouts, sleep, and performance. I guarantee the battery will last more than a day.
Way comfortable to sleep and when the first hiking cardio outdoors I done the performance and precision were great.
Nice! Yeah if you mostly do indoor workouts, series 10 is the way to go
@@BrandonButch either one works just fine...
Was the ultra too bulky or in the way when you went to the gym? What about running? Still can't decide between the two.
@ please don’t go Garmin my biggest mistake , I love my AWU it’s a easier watch to use and get your info don’t fall for the thousand dollar junk watch hype I fell for it, I bought the Garmin Epix pro g2 51mm and although there are things I love and things I hate, I love the flashlight I love the bright screen colors, however it lags badly on all maps it lags terrible on weather maps, it is never close on a measured run it’s always either too short or way too long, and the gps on best setting has you going through peoples houses down the middle of roads etc etc. where AWU gps sows which side of the road you are on and you can spell your name in the grocery store parking lot at night it’s that accurate. They said AWU isn’t a sports watch but it can do everything the epix g2 pro can do and more. With a 5 dollar app work out doors it uses so many metrics it’s hard to keep up with them all. You will also want Athlytic and bam there’s more than you need at under 900 bucks and smashes Garmin and it’s a stand alone with AWU you don’t need your flopping phone in your pocket, and you can still get emergency calls without your phone I use ear buds and listen to podcasts casts or do RUclips videos on my phone if I go on long walks ten mile walks
@@eddiebm4701 lol why would you down grade!!!!
I used to have the Ultra 1 and went with Series 10.... and yeah, I MISS the Modular Ultra screen. I find it's so sad because the screen of the Series 10 should be almost bigger than Ultra 2. Mmmmm....
I am looking at getting my first ever Apple watch I am trying to decide between the series 9 or the series 10 or the black ultra 2 I am 59 years old and not a real tech jockey lol what i want it for is day to day watch the health benefits and to use it on the golf course for distances and to keep track of my steps etc which do you think would suit me or be my best choice between these 3 watches ? thx a bunch awesome review by they way cheers from Vulcan Canada
I'm 52, using an Apple Watch for years now and have just switched to the series 10. Seeing you're not doing extreme sports and you regularly have access to a charger, I wouldn't spend that extra money on an ultra 2 if I were you (unless you have plenty of money and you want to flex the big boywatch). Between the series 9 and 10, I definitely recommend the 10. The screen really is noticeably bigger and pleasant to use, and it's nice that it's thinner than the 9. Fits perfectly under a dress shirt too. Best update: it now charges really really fast. Need to step out the house? 15 minutes of charging will get you a long way. If you can, get one with cellular. With those, you don't need to carry your phone in your pocket all the time. You can leave it in the golf bag, in the car or even at home and still be able to make calls, read e-mails and track fitness. The Apple Watch is a great fitness tracker. And if you get one, don't forget to speak to Siri, saves a lot of time if you're like me and you make a lot of typo's on phones :)
@@KingFozzie1 thx i appreciate your response and ya i am leaning too the 10 thx again
A really good comparison.
I've been super happy with my Ultra 2 for the past year, for all the same reasons as you. But like you say, the bulk and weight are a bit uncomfortable when sleeping for many people.
So I looked around and found a pretty good deal on an AW (just the base model). I bought it in the midnight colorway and use it mostly for sleep tracking, but also to occasionally switch up my look. The 9 isn't quite as thin and light as the 10. But it's pretty close, and it's way lighter and less bulky than the Ultra.
I think having 2 AWs is a good solution, and it's not super expensive if you buy a one- to two-year old model as your secondary Watch.
If you have a 10 and love it, but are really tempted by the Ultra, get an Ultra 1 as your secondary AW. It's a two-year old model so you can often find really good deals on them, or you can get a refurbished one. The Ultra 2 was a very minor upgrade over the Ultra 1, so you'd probably be really happy with the Ultra 1 as your secondary Watch.
Agree 100%. I love the 10 but miss the Ultra. Next year I am not trading in the 10 and buying an Ultra…that way I will have the best of both worlds!
Will the sensors work on or over a tattoo? I know you don’t have a sleeve, but if you do and you have tried the series 10, can it stay unlocked and utilize the sensors?
Not by default but some found little workarounds. Check out this thread: www.reddit.com/r/AppleWatch/comments/qgbf5g/confirmed_tattoo_fix_epoxy_bottlecap_sticker/
Does the jet black scratch like the iPhone 7?
10 got mine a week ago but why doesn't work double-tap fingertips? even it on 🤔
Will upgrade once they bring back Product Red color option.
I don't think that's gonna happen
@@BrandonButchsame
@@BrandonButchwhy tho??
@@eychory no idea but there are no rumors pointing to it ever coming back
@@BrandonButch that is devastating
I go to the gym and need a daily watch
Which would you recommend?
As I mentioned in the vid, Series 10 is best for that
@@BrandonButch sorry lol but thank you 🙏🏽
The 10 has all you need in my opinion. If you have access to a charger daily there's also no need to spend all that extra money on the ultra. From my own experience: the 10 sits comfortably on the wrist during workouts. I do wear it with the crown button on the left side instead of the usual upper right side. It pressed in my hand sometimes when I twisted my wrist before, now it doesn't. The real thing here is the software. The work-out app does have an option to track gym workout but not specific gym exercises. You'll need a third party app for that but that will also be the case with the ultra 2.
Did you decide between the 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max yet?
Nope, still using both daily lol. It’s tough this year
@@BrandonButch I’m in the same boat haha but leaning max because the screen is too great for content.
I just upgraded from a series 5 black aluminum to the 10 in slate titanium. Also went from the small size to the large. I plan to keep my watch for a while again like I did the last. While I am a smaller person, 5’1” on a good day, I wanted a little more battery. I’m actually happy with the size upgrade. I don’t think it looks too wild on me.
How much the battery from the series 5 degraded?
@@Unnamed456I’m about to upgrade my series 5 to series 10. My S5 battery is at 73% max capacity
@@Unnamed456 Sadly I didn't check the number but I was charging multiple times a day to make it through. And the latest OS was not supported. I would have 100% when going to bed and wake up at 75%.
@@NairobiOSmith Nice!! Thank you for the info! I'm a new Apple user with the iPhone 16, and I'm thinking of getting an Apple Watch series 10, so I appreciate the real info from real users and not from RUclipsrs with many interests.
Agree with everything you have said… miss the battery on the ultra, but love the sleek look of the 10..
Hows the durability of the AW in jet black? Any paint or glass issues?
No one knows, it's like taboo to speak off
Still in doubt between these two, still figuring out how durable the ultra 2 in black is because I do heavy work where maybe a series 10 won’t survive with its curved edges…
I have an SE2 cellular and I’m thinking of moving to the 10 next year. It looks pretty slick.
The 46mm looks good on your wrist. I cant decide between the 42 mm and the 46 mm, can you advise as to the size of your wrist. Mine is 165mm.
I need to try out the 42mm. I might make a video comparing the two soon
Great video! I Actually have both with me, traded in a series 7 midnight and really liking fast charge and a slightly bigger and brighter display. And need to sent in the trade for my ultra 1 mostly changing for the color. Although the ultra 2 got the screen scratched within the first 3 hours of use not sure how. While my ultra 1 after 2 years of use is in perfect shape. So not sure about that I might return it and get another one and maybe be more careful ? Anyways good review!
Might as well return it! Apple is good with returns. I've never had a scratch on any of my Ultra's and they've been banged around a lot
Hmm, I can not imagine that the Series 10 will go out of battery on a day hike? Maybe the second day? And durability wise I agree, but is it really worth it to keep two then? For me the 10 is the clear winner because it's sleeper, looks better and has even a better display.
What is your wrist size? I don't think you mentioned that as a reference point. TIA
Great review I bought the series 10 Hermes edition see how it goes from the Ultra 2!
As a hiker I feel the exact same. Ultra 2 is fantastic in the outdoors. Love it.
The fact that people prefer ultra over 10 means they hardly care about how thin the watch is
I've seen no one talk about this but with the 1hz refresh rate can you see the mileage when using maps in alway on display mood turns on?
I live my ultra 2. Couldn’t give up the battery life and prior to AW I wore chunky dive watches anyway as my preference so when the AWU came out it was a match made in heaven for me!!
Love the new bands. Brando could you share a picture with the new black mesh band on the natural AWU2 please.
Went with the Hermes S10 this year , oh man, I’m loving mine. Coming from an ultra first gen.
I have both. I have another 10 days to decide which to keep. I like the s10 so much more in terms of comfort and looks. But god damn the ultra 2 in black is also very nice and I actually use my watch throughout the day so much. And the battery lasts me a full day.
I actually use my watch a LOT throughout the day and end up with 40% around 9Pm
For sports much better to have Garmin, Coros, Suunto or even Amazfit watches....not headaches with battery etc etc
I have the series 10 in black,I was not paying twice the price for the ultra 2 in black,the advantage of the series 10 is it’s so low profile it’s less likely to get damaged and it’s better for wearing at night during sleep,the battery life is not an issue at all and it charges really fast,twenty minutes charge gives me plenty of charge from roughly 20-80 that lasts 24 hours till it’s 20 again.I don’t seem the value in the ultra 2 compared to the series 10 especially at twice the price
The low profile of the watch is not what keeps it safe, if you are wearing it then its inevitable it will bang into things now and then... then you are faced with the first disadvantage which is the rounded edges, the ultra watch has a flat face protected by the body, you are MUCH more likely to bang the glass on your series 10 than you are on the ultra where you are much more likely to hit the body. Every ultra watch also comes with sapphire crystal which almost will never scratch, only the titanium series 10 has the sapphire... at almost double the aluminum watch price so getting super close to ultra pricing.
The ultra having longer battery life also means you need to charge it less, less charge cycles means in 1 - 2 years the battery should still be relatively healthy while on the series 10 with daily charging that battery will be far more tired, it wont matter how fast it charges if it degrades enough you cant get it to last the day while out, so thats another understated advantage of the ultra.
For most people the normal watch is still the smarter option, but there is for sure value in the ultra when you really consider what those advantages mean.
When u are used to regular AW this isn’t anything new. U are used to charge it every night. I sometimes charge with 20 percent left and sometimes with 50 depend how much i use watch. I have S7 and it is noticeable. My side button is jammed for like a 1.5 years now it’s frustrating.
I have the series 8 so I’m not upgrading, but this is nice! Great review! I hope they bring blood oxygen back because I’d miss that feature if I switched
finally someone wearing and using both watches.
I had a series 7 and enjoyed it, but the battery was a weak spot and I would find it dead during the day. So far, the Ultra 2 has been great. The battery is much stronger. It doesn't bother me at night, either. I'm definitely keeping the Ultra 2.
I tried the 10 hoping it would be better for sleep for me than Ultra 2, but alas it was not. Plus, I really missed being able to use the action button (with side button) to be able to pause runs. Hitting the side button and the digital crown to do that on the series watches is fidgety for me. Returned the 10 and just got a cheap small se ($189 right now) to try for sleep tracking. Let’s see how that goes..
I'm so confused by the 18hr battery life claim on the Series 9. It's way longer! Over 24hrs mine drops about 65%. I charge it each morning for 35min to get it back up to about 95%. Does anyone else have this, or do some really only last 18 hours?