90
Cherlynn Low
Engadget
“Apple’s entry‑level smartwatch has improved so much it basically delivers an experience that’s comparable to pricier Apple Watches.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Always-on display
- On-device Siri
- Faster charging
- New gestures
- Excellent battery life
- Great price point
Points of Contention
- Missing advanced health features
- No ECG or hypertension notifications
- No sleep apnea detection
- Thick bezels
Professional Reviews
6 reviews from 5 critics90
David Price
MacWorld
“I don’t hesitate to recommend it.”
90
Jacob Krol
TechRadar
“After nearly a week with the Apple Watch SE 3, I’ve found it to be the best Apple Watch for most people if you can live without the latest design and advanced health features.”
90 Victoria Song 2 reviews · avg The Verge “Apple has finally heard the prayers of beleaguered SE users everywhere and given the people an always‑on display.”
Victoria Song 2 reviews · avg
The Verge
“Apple has finally heard the prayers of beleaguered SE users everywhere and given the people an always‑on display.”
All 2 Victoria Song reviews, aggregated above
90
Apple Watch SE 3
“Apple has finally heard the prayers of beleaguered SE users everywhere and given the people an always‑on display.”
85
Apple Watch SE 3 is the one to buy
“Apple gave the people what they wanted, resulting in the most compelling update to the Apple Watch lineup this year.”
80
Andrew Gebhart
PCMag
“The Apple Watch SE 3 delivers two‑day battery life, a top‑of‑the‑line processor, an always‑on display, and upgraded sensors and software for the same price as its predecessor.”
