The 15+ best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals 2024: Last chance to save on the Watch Series 10 and more

Cyber Monday is winding down, and this may be your last chance to score on Cyber Week tech sales available. If you’ve been eyeing one of the new Apple Watches, you’re in luck, but don’t wait much longer. 

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Although Apple products don’t frequently see discounts, Cyber Week is a great time to save between 10-25% on select devices, including Apple watches, like the SE (2nd Gen) and new Series 10.

I cover Apple Watches at nearly every sale event with ZDNET, so rest assured, I’ve tracked the best deals throughout this year. Plus, I’ve gone hands-on with many watch accessories, like watch bands, chargers, and more. Here are the best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals you can shop, including on some of the most popular models. 

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Our favorite Apple Watch deals for Cyber Monday 2024

• Apple Watch Series 10 GPS 42mm: $329 (save $70 at Walmart): Apple’s newest Watch Series 10 is already seeing savings at Walmart. You can save $70 on the GPS 42mm model in three sports band colors for the first time. The larger GPS 46mm model is also on sale for $359 (save $40) in two sport band colors. 
• Apple Watch Series 10 GPS 46mm: $359 (save $70): If you prefer a larger watch face, the new Watch Series 10 46mm GPS model is also on sale for $70 off at Amazon. 
• Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) GPS 40mm: $149 (save $100 at Walmart): One of the best deals on the Watch SE (2nd Gen), which is still the latest base model available, is at Walmart. For the first time in the sport band iterations, it’s currently $100 off. The GPS 44mm model is $100 off for $179. 
• Apple Watch Ultra 2 GPS + Cellular 49mm: $719 (save $80 at Best Buy): You can save $80 on the top of the lineup Watch Ultra 2 right now at Best Buy. This deal is for the 49mm cellular model in Black or Navy. 

Also: The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is $80 off at Best Buy for Cyber Monday

Best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch Series 10 GPS 42mm: $329 (save $70 at Amazon): Similar to Walmart’s offer, Amazon sells select Watch Series 10 GPS 42mm models for $70 off. 
• Apple Watch Series 8 GPS 41mm, Refurbished: $238 at Amazon: At this point, the Series 8 is two models outdated, but it’s still a great option. Plus, the Series 8 is the only Apple watch still available with the blood oxygen sensor feature. Snag a refurbished model for less at Amazon.
• Apple Watch Series 10 GPS 42mm: $329 (save $70 at Best Buy): The Series 10 features integrated GPS, 64GB of internal storage, and is water resistant up to 164 feet.

Best Cyber Monday Apple Watch SE & SE (2nd Gen) deals

• Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) GPS 40mm: $149 (save $100 at Amazon): If Amazon is your preferred retailer, you can score the same deal on the Watch SE (2nd Gen) in several sport loop iterations. 
• Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) GPS 44mm: $179 (save $100 at Walmart): The larger face 44mm Watch SE (2nd Gen) is also on sale at Walmart in several colors. 

Best Cyber Monday Apple Watch Ultra & Ultra 2 deals 

• Apple Watch Ultra 2 GPS + Cellular 49mm: $760 (save $39 at Amazon): Amazon has select models of the Watch Ultra 2 discounted by almost $100, including the indigo alpine loop. 
• Apple Watch Ultra GPS+ Cellular 49mm, Refurbished: Various models of the Apple Watch Ultra are on sale for $80 off at Best Buy. These are refurbished models verified by Best Buy’s Geek Squad. 

Best Cyber Monday Apple Watch accessory deals 

• Apple Watch USB-C Fast Charger: $24 (save $5 at Amazon): Fast charge your Apple Watch Series 7 or later. 
• Belkin 3-1 Wireless Charging Stand: $96 (save $24 at Amazon): Belkin’s MagSafe 3-1 charger is perfect for charging your Apple ecosystem at once, and right now, it’s 20% off. 
• Nomad Sport Apple Watch Band: $45 (save $15 at Nomad): Nomad makes some of ZDNET’s favorite tech accessories, and right now you can save 25% on the classic sport band. 
• Anker MagGo 3-1 Wireless Charger: $82 (save $28 at Amazon): Apple fans will love this versatile Qi2 charging station to boost your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch at the same time, and it easily folds up for travel. 
• ESR Portable Apple Watch Charger: $37 (save $9 at ESR): This portable Apple Watch charger can fit inside your pocket and is perfect for frequent travel or to keep as a backup. Use code BF24CM to get 25% off. 

Best alternative Cyber Monday fitness wearable deals

• Oura Ring Gen 3: $249 (save $50 at Amazon): Right now you can save up to $50 on several finishes of the Oura Ring 3, one of ZDNET’s top-tested smart rings.
• RingConn Smart Ring: $169 (save $110 at RingConn): If the Oura ring is a bit too pricey for you, RingConn’s smart ring is another ZDNET-approved pick. Expert Matthew Miller likes its great battery life, intuitive app, and that it has no subscription. 
• Fitbit Charge 6: $100 (save $60 at Amazon): ZDNET expert Matthew Miller says the Fitbit Charge 6 is one of the best fitness wearables on the market thanks to its powerful features in a sleek form factor. It’s almost 40% off right now, too. 
• Whoop 4.0 + 12 month subscription: $199 (save $40 at Amazon): The Whoop band is worn by everyday people and extreme athletes alike, and when ZDNET editor Sabrina Ortiz tested it, she was impressed with its AI-powered fitness coaching, biometric data, and more. 
• Fitbit Ace LTE for Kids: $161 (save $69 at Amazon): If you’re shopping for a kiddo on your list, consider that an Apple Watch may not be needed, especially for younger children. ZDNET kid tech expert Maria Diaz loves the Fitbit Ace for its feature-rich, kid-friendly platform that is easy to navigate. 

FAQs

What is the best Apple watch?

ZDNET’s tested top pick for the best Apple watch is the flagship Apple Watch Ultra 2, which athletes and product testers have lauded as the best Apple Watch ever made thanks to its rugged durability, large and bright display, long battery life, water resistance, and more. 

Do Apple Watches track my AFib?

Yes, your Apple Watch, as long as it is a Series 6 or newer, can track your AFib, or irregular heartbeat. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently awarded medical device development tool (MDDT) status to the Apple Watch’s atrial fibrillation (AFib) history tracker. The feature is the first piece of digital health technology to earn MDDT status, the FDA said in a statement.

Also: Your Apple Watch’s AFib history could soon be used in clinical studies

Oura Ring vs Apple Watch: Which is the better buy?

Black Friday is a great time to snag savings on popular health and wellness trackers, and both the Apple Watch and the Oura Ring certainly make the cut. However, there are a few key differences between to two, and ZDNET health and wellness tech expert Nina Raemont recommends the Oura Ring for those looking for detailed sleep tracking, amongst other things. Apple Watches are great options for activity tracking and easy compatibility if you own an iPhone. The Oura Ring Gen 3 Horizon is on sale for up to $100 off at Amazon, too. 

Also: Oura Ring vs. Apple Watch: Which health tracker should you buy?

What is the newest Apple Watch?

Apple has a lengthy lineup of its flagship tech wearable, with several iterations over the last few years. The newest watch release comes in the Apple Watch Series 10, which was released in September 2024. The Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) remains the most up-to-date base model, released in 2023, and the Ultra 2 the newest feature-packed option, released in 2023 and re-released in new finishes in 2024. With multiple models available, both old and new, you’ll be sure to find a watch that fits your needs and your price point. 

Are there any alternative smartwatches worth considering?

The Apple Watch models are not the only options for smartwatches, despite their popularity. ZDNET has tested dozens of the best smartwatches and fitness trackers (also on sale ahead of Black Friday) so you can scope more alternative deals, including the Fitbit Versa 4, Fitbit Luxe, Google Pixel Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, and more. 

Also: The best Black Friday smartwatch and fitness tracker deals 2024: Early sales live now

What does “trade-in” mean?

Similar to turning in an older cell phone to receive monetary credit towards purchasing a newer or more updated version, Apple and other major retailers often have options to “trade-in” other devices, like Apple watches. 

When participating in a trade-in offer, you are providing your previously used item to the retailer in exchange for a predetermined amount of cashback that can be directly applied to your next item purchase of the same product. Eligible trade-in items and the cashback offered for each product are decided by each individual retailer and are often determined by factors such as age, condition, and functionality of the item being presented for trade-in. Apple recently decided to even bump up the amount they offer for trade-ins as well, too. 

Also: Apple is paying more for your used Apple watches

When is Cyber Monday?

Cyber Monday is the Monday following Thanksgiving weekend. This year, Cyber Monday falls on Dec. 2, 2024. 

Are Apple Watch deals really better on Cyber Monday?

For the most part, yes. While we’ve seen plenty of offers on Apple watches throughout this year, including most recently during October Prime Day, Apple products don’t frequently see major discounts, especially on newer products. For the most part, you can expect 10-20% in savings on Apple watches, and Black Friday and Cyber Monday create the best environment for these covetable wearables to be on sale for the largest margin and at as many retailers as possible (both online and in-person). Last year, we saw some of the first major discounts on the Watch Series 9 ahead of the 2023 holiday shopping season, so you may be able to score savings on the newest Watch Series 10 this year. We’ll keep you posted. 

Also: The best Black Friday Apple deals 2024: Early sales available now

What’s the difference between Black Friday and Cyber Monday?

Semantics, mostly. Black Friday traditionally refers to the day of savings that follows Thanksgiving, which at one point was an in-store-only event. Over the years, Black Friday sales have expanded and lengthened to include online retailers, hence “Cyber Week” and “Cyber Monday.” Cyber Monday refers to the Monday following Thanksgiving weekend, and originally referred to online savings on lots of products. These days, both Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer similar savings in-store and online. 

How did we choose these Cyber Monday deals?

Each holiday season, we carefully select the range of products we focus our coverage on, so we can be sure we’re bringing you the best deals and the most information on products we’re experts on. ZDNET also only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we desire, need or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. 

We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. 

Where can you shop the best Cyber Monday deals? 

You can find Cyber Monday deals pretty much anywhere online. Popular retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Target, Macy’s, and more will all be offering holiday savings online and in their brick-and-mortar stores. 

What are the best Cyber Monday 2024 deals? 

ZDNET’s experts have been searching through Cyber Monday sales live now to find the best discounts by category. These are the best Cyber Monday deals so far, by category: 

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