The Apple Watch Ultra 2 With GPS and Cellular Is Now $200 Off.
The rugged 49mm Apple Watch Ultra 2 with GPS and cellular is on sale for a record low of $549 (original price: $760), making it a noticeably more affordable price for Apple’s most rugged smartwatch—and now’s the perfect time to invest in this adventure-ready tech wearable.
Thanks to the Apple S9 chip, the watch is faster, larger, and more responsive than the original model. A new “double-tap” gesture allows users to control the watch with their thumb and index finger to answer calls, control music, and more, convenient when one hand is occupied.
This watch features a 3000-nit display (50% brighter than its predecessor), making it easy to read in sunlight and enhancing the visibility of small text, a compass, and a built-in flashlight. All of this is housed in a durable titanium case. This model comes with an Alpine Loop strap—a lightweight nylon strap ideal for outdoor activities.
The Ultra 2 model features three microphones, two speakers, an 86-decibel emergency siren, and an underwater depth of up to 40 meters, compared to the six meters of the Series 10. It also supports operation at an altitude of up to 9,000 meters, compared to the 3,000 meters limit of its predecessor.
According to PCMag , real-world battery testing showed approximately 55 hours of battery life on a full charge, despite brightness adjustments—almost a full day longer than the Apple Watch Series 10. Beyond the usual stats and activity tracking, this OS offers a host of pre-installed health, fitness, safety, and lifestyle tools, including sleep apnea notifications, blood oxygen readings, and workout information.
If you’re looking for a vibrant, durable, and rugged outdoor smartwatch with comprehensive fitness tracking and access to a wide range of Apple and third-party apps, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 with GPS and cellular is a worthy choice, especially given the current discount. However, if you don’t plan to use it frequently for outdoor activities or its many features , the cheaper Apple Watch Series 10 model, priced under $400, may be sufficient.