Can do almost everything the Watch 9 can do. The screen, gestures and health functions can do almost everything the Watch 9 can do. The screen, gestures and health functions have some drawbacks.

The Apple Watch SE (2022) is almost as well equipped as other Apple Watches. However, it lacks a permanent time display and in-depth health sensors, such as for ECG. For training, everything is on board thanks to GPS, barometer and precise heart rate measurement. Unfortunately, the display now seems (too) small.

Many smartwatches and fitness wristbands tested are truly multi-talented: they serve as heart rate monitors and altimeters, count steps, calculate the length of distances covered as well as calorie consumption and analyse sleep patterns. Some can also be used to play music, make phone calls or send and receive messages from messenger services such as Whatsapp...

The Apple Watch 8 (from 488 euros) with its large display offers the best value for money. Economy fans also get a top smartwatch with the Apple Watch SE from 293 euros - but without a permanent time display, giant screen and health sensors. The expensive Ultra (from 989 euros) convinces with a fresh, robust design, more endurance and special functions.

The SE is almost as well equipped as other Apple Watches, including a new CPU. However, its display is comparatively small and it lacks more in-depth health sensors such as ECG or temperature. For smart iPhone expansion and training, everything is on board thanks to GPS, barometer and precise heart rate measurement.

The Apple Watch 8 (from 488 euros) with its large display offers the best value for money. Economy fans also get a top smartwatch with the Apple Watch SE from 293 euros - but without a permanent time display, giant screen and health sensors. The expensive Ultra (from 989 euros) convinces with a fresh, robust design, more endurance and special functions.