The Apple Watch Series 9 was released last September, and while we’re eagerly awaiting what will be announced during Apple’s big event next week, we’re still quite contented with the Series 9. In fact, it holds a spot as the best smartwatch currently on the market. Apple products typically come with relatively high prices, and the Apple Watch Series 9 is no different. But as time goes on, we’ve found plenty of ways to save money, with discounts of $100 or more cropping up often. You can save by trading in your old watch, signing up for a new line and more.
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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. 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 now as well.
Best Apple Watch Series 9 deals
If you’re looking to purchase an Apple Watch of any size, Best Buy has a few discounts for Plus Members. Right now, the Apple Watch Series 9 45mm (M/L) in midnight is $21.45 off with Plus, which brings it down to $408. You can also nab the Apple Watch Series 9 41mm (S/M) in starlight for $19.95 off with Plus, which brings it down to $380.
All new Apple watches come with four free months of Apple Fitness, and you can also trade in a device for up to $235 and net major savings even without a Plus membership.
Go straight to the source for your Apple Watch Series 9 and you can get as much as $355 off when you trade in your old Apple Watch. Pay with your Apple Card* for 3% Daily cashback.
Target currently has the Apple Watch Series 9 for a large $130 discount, bringing the price down to just $270. However, stock is limited to midnight variant with one-size 41 mm sport loop band. If you want the 45 mm, it’s on sale for $300, also $130 off.
Walmart is currently offering a $50 discount on the Apple Watch Series 9, GPS in 45mm midnight.
AT&T is currently running a deal that allows you to get $300 off if you buy two watches, applicable to all Apple Watch Series 9 it has in stock. You must activate both watches and add an eligible line to snag this deal. The savings will appear as bill credits for your first 36 months.
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.
You can also save up to $120 on the Apple Watch Series 9 with the purchase of any eligible 5G Apple device when you add a qualifying line. This discount will also be applied as bill credits over 36 months.
*All information about the Apple Card has been collected independently by CNET and has not been reviewed by the issuer.
