Why You Can Trust CNET Best Apple Watch Series 9 Deals: Save $80 at Best Buy
The Apple Watch Series 9 is the newest model and right now, it's on sale.
When the Apple Watch Series 9 was released back in September of last year, it didn't take long before it was recognized as one of the best smartwatches on the market. But because it's the latest model, deals aren't always easy to come by. That doesn't mean they're impossible to find, and we've done the hunting so that you don't have to. The Amazon Big Spring Sale is bringing one of the lowest prices we've seen -- not to mention a host of other deals on tech, home and more -- but Best Buy has beaten Amazon by another $10 for an $80 savings on all models.
Upgraded with a new S9 chipset, the first meaningful processor change since the Series 6, the Apple Watch Series 9 is faster and more power efficient than previous models. The S9 chip enables a new feature Apple calls Double Tap, which allows you to operate the device using just the thumb and index finger on your watch-wearing hand. However, keep in mind that Apple has removed the watch's blood oxygen feature because of a patent dispute. There might still be some with the feature enabled at various retailers, so make sure to check for that if it's important to you. We've built a list of the best possible prices -- and we'll be updating it too. Be sure to check back if you don't see a deal that hits the spot today.
The 2023 Apple Watch is also the first to include on-device Siri commands, new Ultra Wideband capabilities and a brighter display for better outdoor visibility. A new pink aluminum color is available this year.
Best Apple Watch Series 9 deals
If you're looking to purchase an Apple Watch of any size, right now Best Buy has $80 off the list price on all Apple Watch models, which makes the 41mm GPS-only model just $319. Cellular models are also discounted by $80, with a retail price of $449.
All new Apple watches come with four free months of Apple Fitness, and you can also trade-in a device for up to $325 in additional savings.
Go straight to the source for your Apple Watch Series 9 and you can get as much as $365 off when you trade in your old Apple Watch. Pay with your Apple Card for 3% Daily cashback.
Buy two Apple Watch models and get $300 off at AT&T, no trade-in required. At least one new line is required and a qualifying installment plan is needed for both cellular devices. The $300 discount will be provided via bill credits.
Trade in your old smartwatch at Verizon for as much as $180 off a cellular-enabled Apple Watch Series 9. An eligible service plan is required and you'll see the trade-in credit applied over 36 months as bill credits.
T-Mobile is having a buy-two-and-save deal as well. Buy two Apple Watch Series 9 models and get $250 off. You'll get the discount applied as credit spread over 24 monthly bills.
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