6 Best Amazon Apple Watch Black Friday Deals

Black Friday is right around the corner, which means it’s time to look out for the best tech deals of the year. As a writer and editor who has been covering tech, business, and travel for about a decade, I’m constantly trying to find impressive new gadgets, but there’s one item I can’t help but look out for every year: Apple Watches. While Apple doesn’t usually participate in Black Friday sales, Amazon does.

As a traveler who found herself on at least one trip per month this year, whether it was on a plane, train, or automobile — yes, I did it all — the Apple Watch holds me accountable, which makes my life smoother and healthier when I’m on the go. When I have days packed with logistics, decisions, and adventures, the Apple Watch has been the perfect travel companion, reminding me to squeeze in exercise, do what I can to get enough sleep, stretch my legs, and carve out time to pause and take deep breaths.

Writing about tech means I’m on the pulse for which products are worth splurging on and which ones you can do without, and since my Apple Watch undoubtedly makes my life easier, I’ve been recommending it to travel-loving family and friends for years. Here are the top Amazon early Black Friday Apple Watch deals you won’t want to miss.

Apple Watch Series 10 With GPS and Cellular, 42mm Case

The Series 10 is Apple’s thinnest watch ever, which makes it an ideal gadget for travelers, and the gold titanium case is stunning. The watch’s GPS and cell service capabilities make it the perfect option for an elevated everyday watch, especially if you’re looking to upgrade from an older Apple Watch and treat yourself to something new and improved. With a crack- and dust-resistant screen, this watch is uniquely durable — TSA chaos has nothing on you. And with water resistance up to 50 meters, it’s great for water-focused vacation activities like swimming, snorkeling, or scuba diving. Plus, it’ll keep you honest with heart health data and sleep stats. This watch has a smaller screen and case than the 49mm Apple Watches, and it’s the first of its kind with wide-angle OLED Display, which means the screen is brighter when you look at it from an angle — compared to older Apple Watches — and it’s easier to read when you quickly glance at it. 

Apple Watch Series 10 With GPS, 42mm Case

With a light blush sport band, a matching rose gold aluminum case, and a smaller screen, this aesthetically beautiful and low-profile watch comes with all the bells and whistles of an Apple Watch Series 10, minus cell service. This watch is a great option for the traveler who wants to prioritize fitness tracking, sleep tracking, and all the other benefits of an Apple Watch while still having the option to occasionally disconnect from the world. And for many travelers — including myself — no cell service is ideal. Afterall, nothing says vacation like throwing your phone in the hotel room for an afternoon and pretending it doesn’t exist. And if you do decide to keep your iPhone nearby — or you’re connected to Wi-Fi — you can still use your watch to text, take calls, listen to music, and receive notifications.

Apple Watch Series 10 With GPS, 46mm Case

The Apple Watch Series 10 is clearly the perfect choice if you’re looking for a reliable smartwatch that gets the job done. With a black aluminum case and black sport band, this version of the Series 10 is basic and simple, with no visual frills. Coming in at a decent price point, this watch’s display falls in the middle of the large 49mm model and the smaller 42mm model. The sleep features are a game-changer, especially when you’re traveling and sleeping in a place that feels unfamiliar. The watch will help you set a bedtime routine and track your sleep, helping you maintain your circadian rhythm, even if you’re in a different time zone. The Series 10 also gets bonus points for quick charging capabilities — the watch will charge up to 80 percent battery in 30 minutes, which is perfect when you’re on the move and looking to focus on your trip instead of your gadgets.

Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation With GPS, 40mm Case 

If you’re looking to buy an Apple Watch — or give one as a gift this holiday season — but you’re not interested in shelling out more than $200, the Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation is the way to go. With a 40mm case and display, it’s a great option if you want an Apple Watch that doesn’t feel big but still has all of the basic features, like fitness tracking and Apple Pay. Like the Apple Watch Series 10, this model is a solid swimming companion, so you can still wear it during your midday ocean swim or pool break. It’ll also hold you to your cardio goals, letting you know if you need to step it up. When you’re traveling, this can mean taking an extra stroll around the city or a brisk walk on the beach. (Hey, not a bad way to get in some steps!)

Apple Watch Series 9 With GPS, 41mm Case

While you won’t get all of the latest things that come with the newest series, the Apple Watch Series 9 is still a solid choice that comes at a relatively affordable price. With a brighter display than the watches that came before it and a feature that helps you find the exact location of your iPhone by showing you its approximate distance and direction, this watch is great for someone who is guilty of losing their phone on vacation. I’m a big fan of this feature because I definitely have misplaced my phone when trying to relax and have a good time. Vacation brain, am I right?

Apple Watch Ultra 2 With GPS and Cellular, 49mm Case

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is the ultimate companion for adrenaline junkies, athletes, and adventure lovers. And while I wouldn’t consider myself a hardcore athlete by any means, I’ve definitely considered splurging on this watch. I’ve spent the past few weeks pushing myself to get back into running — an early-Covid hobby I once loved — and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is perfect for that, among other sporty endeavors. But running, of course, is a particularly reliable workout when you’re traveling because you can do it anywhere, and this watch takes runs to the next level. The Ultra 2 has advanced metrics that tap into your form, noting your gate and efficiency. You can also customize your workouts to include warm-ups, recovery intervals, and cooldown time, and with up to 36 hours of battery life, you don’t have to worry about your watch dying while you’re in the middle of an adventure. All in all, it’s the perfect gift for the athlete in your life, or for yourself if you have big plans for active, adventure-focused trips in 2025.

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