Apple Watches Are the Cheapest They’ve Ever Been for October Prime Day

Amazon’s October Prime Day sale always manages to impress us with rare deals on Apple tech—and this year is no exception. Even though the sale doesn’t officially kick off until tomorrow, both the Apple Watch SE 3 and the Apple Watch Series 12 are $50 off. If previous Prime Day sales are any indication, these record-low deals are bound to sell out fast.The Apple Watch SE 3 is already the most budget-friendly smartwatch in Apple’s lineup, and this discount brings it below $200. But despite its affordable price point, the S10 chip-powered device doesn’t skimp on premium features. There’s tons of handy health insights to help you reach your fitness goals, from workout monitors that’ll count those 10,000 steps to sleep scores and even period cycle tracking. What’s more, it’s equipped with safety features like emergency SOS and crash detection.This watch is available in 40mm or 44mm sizes, making it a great option if you prefer a sleeker look that won’t compete with your outfits. It also boasts up to 18 hours of battery life, with a fast-charging mode that’ll get you from 0% to 80% battery in just 45 minutes. Basically, this is your best option for a no-frills, entry-level smartwatch that won’t break the bank.waitBut if you’re looking for more in-depth fitness insights and faster processing, the Apple Watch Series 12 is also up for grabs at a record-low price. This S11 chip-powered model boasts a longer battery life than the SE 3 at up to 24 hours, and a slightly larger case size at 42 or 46mm. It boasts the same safety features and fitness trackers as the SE 3, plus upgraded insights like a Blood Oxygen app, hypertension notifications, and a higher water resistance rating for swimming and snorkeling up to 6m deep.My two cents? The Apple Watch SE 3 is the better option for most shoppers thanks to its accessible price and ample variety of fitness monitors. That said, it’s worth upgrading to the Series 12 if you want more health insights and a longer battery life. But no matter which Apple Watch deal you choose, both are at a major risk of selling out well before Prime Big Deal Days ends on October 7.Shop more Amazon October Prime Day dealsLauren Gruber is a shopping editor at Hearst Magazines with more than five years of professional writing experience. She specializes in fragrance, beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content for Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Good Housekeeping, Esquire, and more. Before her time at Hearst, Lauren graduated from New York University and wrote for Shop TODAY, Entertainment Tonight, Self, V Magazine, L’Officiel, and more. When she’s not researching Prime Day deals or testing the latest perfume launches, you can find Lauren hanging out with her cat Serafina or flexing her AMC A-List membership at the movie theater.