This story is part of Focal Point iPhone 2022, CNET’s collection of news, tips and advice around Apple’s most popular product.
If you’re hoping to pick up a new Apple Watch alongside your iPhone 14 but don’t want to spend top dollar on the Apple Watch Series 8 or Apple Watch Ultra, the new Apple Watch SE (2022) may be just right for you. The device, announced at Apple’s September event, is available to pick up now from $249.
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As with the previous-gen Apple Watch SE, the new version strips out many of the bells and whistles of the higher-end models and offers just the essentials. The new Apple Watch SE still includes support for WatchOS 9, supporting the new workout and sleep-tracking features that come with the latest operating system update.
The second-gen Apple Watch SE is cheaper than its predecessor, starting at $249 for GPS only with cellular-enabled models retailing for $299. We’re keeping tabs on prices across all of the major retailers so we can be the first to bring you any Apple Watch SE (2022) deals below.
Best Apple Watch SE (2022) deals
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Amazon is now listing the various configurations of the Apple Watch SE (2022). Prices start at $249 for the GPS-only models, though the first direct discounts are available on the 44mm models with $9 off. You can also bundle your new watch with a set of Beats Studio Buds at 20% off.
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Order your 2022 Apple Watch SE direct at Apple from $249. You’ll also score three months of Apple Fitness Plus with your purchase. If you’ve got an old Apple Watch to trade in, you could get as much as $155 off your Apple Watch SE purchase.
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Best Buy now has all Apple Watch SE (2022) configurations up to order for delivery or in-store pickup. Best Buy is offering up to $125 off the SE, which is as much as 50% off, when you trade in your old smartwatch. You’ll also score four free months of Apple Fitness Plus there, which is a month more than Apple gives new Apple Watch owners, as well as four months of Apple News Plus for new or returning subscribers.
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Apple Watch SE is available to order at Walmart, though there are no current discounts available there.
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Target is also selling the Apple Watch SE in various configurations, but you’ll pay a dollar over full price there and select styles are currently sold out or backordered.
