Knowing when it’s time to upgrade your Apple Watch can be tricky, especially if you only use it to track workouts and receive phone alerts. Figuring out when to upgrade comes down to a few questions, such as the age of your watch, your budget and the features that matter to you most.
If you have a Series 4 or earlier, it may be worth upgrading. The Series 4 is the last generation eligible for new software updates, meaning you’ll miss out on new features moving forward unless you buy a newer watch. Software aside, Apple has also added plenty of features over the last five years that will make the Series 9 feel like a major upgrade.
All current Apple Watches share many common features, such as access to Apple’s App Store and Apple Pay support. It also has a speaker and microphone for tasks like accessing Siri and answering phone calls and runs on Apple’s WatchOS 10 software, which debuted in September. Safety features like emergency SOS and fall detection are also available on the Series 4 and later, and they can each track your sleep.
Where they differ is in their processors, health-tracking features, sensors and screens. The Series 7, 8 and 9, for example, have larger displays and support keyboard input for responding to texts. The Series 6 and later have blood oxygen monitoring for those who are interested in keeping a closer eye on their respiratory health.
If you’re thinking about upgrading to the Series 9, here’s a closer look at how it compares to older watches from the last five years. The Ultra and Ultra 2 aren’t covered in this guide because those watches fall in a different price range and are generally targeted at a more specific audience. If you want to learn more about whether the Ultra is right for you, check out our separate guide comparing the Ultra 2 and the Series 9.
Don’t forget to see if you’re eligible for any Apple Watch deals, many of which require you to trade in your old watch, before upgrading.Â
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