Best Apple deal: Get the Apple Watch SE at $80 off

SAVE $80: Grab the Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) for just $199 (44mm) or $169 (40mm) at Best Buy — available in midnight, starlight, and silver.

Eager Apple fans ready for a smartwatch upgrade should try out this hit deal at Best Buy. As of Aug. 5, Best Buy is offering the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) for just $199 for the 44mm size — that’s a cool $80 off its regular $279 price. If you prefer a smaller fit, the 40mm model is also down to $169 (from $249), with the same $80 discount applied.

This limited-time offer includes three classic finishes: midnight, starlight, and silver, all matched with a sleek colour-coordinated back case that’s part of Apple’s ongoing effort to reduce carbon emissions. The Apple Watch SE may be positioned as the more affordable option in Apple’s lineup, but don’t let that fool you. As far as its specs go, this smartwatch is packed with the essential features most people actually use day to day. 

With watchOS 11, the SE gets smarter and more personal, offering health tools like heart rate alerts, Fall Detection, and even Crash Detection for added peace of mind. The new Check In feature is a nice bonus, automatically notifying friends or family when you arrive at your destination.

On the fitness side, the Workout app is as robust as ever, giving you detailed metrics to track your progress and performance. What’s more, it’s swimproof up to 50m, so laps in the pool are fair game. In our Apple Watch Series 9 vs SE comparison, we found that the SE is perfect for fitness fanatics.

The SE also promises to keep you effortlessly connected — having you able to answer calls, reply to texts, check notifications, and use Siri, all from your wrist. Plus, you’ll get three free months of Apple Fitness+, making this even more of a value-packed purchase.

For more tech upgrades, check out the best Apple deals available this week — including iPads and MacBooks. If you’re open to other brands, we’ve got a selection of the best smartwatches for every wrist, including Samsung, FitBit, and Garmin, as well as Apple.