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Title: Which Apple Watch model should you get: Aluminum or steel?
Post by: HCK on December 30, 2021, 04:05:19 pm
Which Apple Watch model should you get: Aluminum or steel?

Apple Watch Aluminum

The People's Apple Watch



From $199 at Best Buy

From $229 at Amazon

From $199 at Apple

Pros


Price
Choice of with or without cellular
Lighter
Nike+ version
Comes in more colors


Cons


Durability vs. stainless steel
Ion-X strengthened glass not as good as sapphire crystal


The Apple Watch Series 7 aluminum model offers the same great internals as the equivalent stainless steel version. And then some less expensive models drop some features and cost even less.





Apple Watch Stainless Steel

Elegance at a price



From $699 at Amazon

From $699 at Best Buy

From $699 at Apple

Pros


Stainless steel is a stronger material
Sapphire Crystal glass front
Hermés version available


Cons


Pricey
Scratches are more noticeable
No Nike+ version
Weighs more


Durable, yes, but this Apple Watch costs at least $300 more than the aluminum model. Thanks to the polished shine, it also shows those micro-abrasions easier.





The Apple Watch is available in alumin...

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