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Apple Watch Series 8 Deals: Save Up to $200 on Various Models While You Still Can

With the Series 9 taking hold, there aren't as many places to get the Series 8, but we've found a few bargains for you.

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$287 at Amazon
Amazon
Up to $212 off specific models
$279 at Walmart
Walmart
Up to $200 off

When it comes to smartwatches, there aren't too many budget-friendly options in the Apple ecosystem, but the Watch Series 8 remains an excellent smartwatch at a lower price point. With the Watch Series 9 taking over, the older generation is becoming harder to find. We still think it's one of the best smartwatches you can buy, and that's doubly the case with extra savings. 

The 2022 Apple Watch has all the essential features covered, including workout- and sleep-tracking; heart-rate monitoring; on-wrist notifications; and an always-on display. It was the first Apple Watch to come with a temperature sensor, which can be used for ovulation tracking, and it has neat features like car-crash detection so emergency services and contacts can be notified in the event of an accident. Although it's not as rugged as the Apple Watch Ultra or Apple Watch Ultra 2, the Series 8 is still crack-resistant, IP6X-rated dust-resistant and swim-proof with WR50 water resistance. 

Apple Watch Series 8
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The Apple Watch Series 8 retails at $399 for the GPS-only model, with the GPS and cellular version going for $499 and up. With the Series 9 now the newest model, the Series 8 is officially discontinued by Apple, but that means you can snap up a solid deal on one while supplies last at third-party retailers.

If the Series 8 isn't for you, peruse our list of the best Apple Watch deals for discounts across all models.

Best Apple Watch Series 8 deals

Amazon's discounts are a little erratic, but right now you can get the 41mm cellular and GPS variant in red for $287, a $212 discount off the original price of $499. The midnight-colored version is a little more at $296, saving you $203. You can also nab the 45mm GPS-only variant in silver for $268 which saves you $131 off the $399 price. 

Like Amazon, Walmart is offering some savings on the Series 8 right now, but the discounts jump around quite a bit between the different configurations. In addition, many are completely out of stock.

Right now you can get the 45mm GPS-only model in red for $279. The better deal is on the 41mm cellular variation, which you can get for $299 -- that's $200 off -- if you order it in red or silver.

Nearly all the Apple Watch Series 8 smartwatches on Best Buy are refurbished right now, but if you want the GPS-only 41mm variant in midnight, you can get it for $320, a $79 savings.