Yes deffo! Has that expensive look that I want from a watch. Also very durable. I also have no intention of upgrading every other year. I went from Series 5 to 11. Will wait until Series 16 or 17.
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Is It Worth Buying a Titanium Apple Watch?
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I had a couple of AWs then preordered the AWU1, which I still wear every day. Personally I find the Ultra to be a much, much better watch. YMMV, but IMO anyone willing to spend for titanium should consider an Ultra.
Man, the Ultra is just too big and too bulky... If they made a thinner model, even with reduced battery, it would be a hit as well.
What's the point of durable titanium glass when the Apple Watch battery only lasts two or three years? And after replacing the battery, it's no longer waterproof.
The Apple Watch Ultra might be a good choice, as it requires charging every two days, which should give it twice the battery life of the Apple Watch 11.
The Apple Watch Ultra might be a good choice, as it requires charging every two days, which should give it twice the battery life of the Apple Watch 11.
I change my watch out every other year. I buy the gold titanium. It’s a premium look, it goes well with the gold milanese loop, and the durability is great whether in the pool, ocean, or should I manage to smash it into something.
My vote is for titanium.
The plan is to keep my watch for as long as is reasonable. I don't want to apologize for a scuffed-up screen, or to fret every time I bump the watch against a table or wall. The resale value won't be high to start with — why not get extra mileage?
That and it's frankly nice to have a smartwatch that matches well with posh clothing.
Don't get me wrong, if you either upgrade frequentlty or want something light for workouts the aluminum is fine. I just see the titanium version as a long-term investment, not just the luxury option.
The plan is to keep my watch for as long as is reasonable. I don't want to apologize for a scuffed-up screen, or to fret every time I bump the watch against a table or wall. The resale value won't be high to start with — why not get extra mileage?
That and it's frankly nice to have a smartwatch that matches well with posh clothing.
Don't get me wrong, if you either upgrade frequentlty or want something light for workouts the aluminum is fine. I just see the titanium version as a long-term investment, not just the luxury option.
I was surprised to learn from the Apple website that the Milanese metal band that comes with the titanium Apple Watch is made out of steel while the Ultra version is titanium— just FYI fo anyone buying.
Well, if you have Apple change the battery, you give a refurbished model and it's sealed same as the original. If you do it yourself, or via mall teenager, I wouldn't trust the seal.
I definitely get your point, though. After a couple years, my battery wouldn't last a day, and running outside on cold (sub freezing) winter days, it would shut down mid run even with full battery.
I would prefer an aluminum watch with a sapphire crystal and would be willing to pay $50 - $100 more for that. Paying $300 more for the titanium body is not at all worth it for me. Furthermore, give me a jet white color.
Battery lasts 3-4 years, and Apple doesn’t replace it, they give you a refurb.
If the titanium devalues like stainless steel then no, it is not worth it as a 3 year old titanium will be worth the same as a 3 year old aluminium model when trading in. So you lose so much more money on the stainless steel or titanium. Also the battery lasts two years so if you send a watch for a battery replacement after two years you effectively get a new watch which will be scratch free.
I’m still running an Ultra 1 with the original battery. When I saw the cost to repair it, I opted into AppleCare for it. So if the battery capacity becomes an issue (it hasn’t so far) I have an option.
My first AW was the 4, and I replace that with the Ultra 1. So about 5 years is the life span for me on the watch front. By then the software updates start to fall off and you’re left with an obsolete product anyway.
I’m a big guy, so the size of the Ultra isn’t an issue. The look actually suits me and it’s held up really well cosmetically. I expect to get 5+ years out of it.
My first AW was the 4, and I replace that with the Ultra 1. So about 5 years is the life span for me on the watch front. By then the software updates start to fall off and you’re left with an obsolete product anyway.
I’m a big guy, so the size of the Ultra isn’t an issue. The look actually suits me and it’s held up really well cosmetically. I expect to get 5+ years out of it.
I always buy the cheapest and upgrade every other year. Haven't ever had a scratch. I'll keep buying the cheap one.
Completely agree. This is precisely why I got my titanium one over the ultra. Ultra is too bulky for me, and I wanted the durability of titanium d sapphire crystal.
I didnt want the aluminium silver for the way it looks, and didnt want the Black one as it would be more susceptible to scratches.
The natural titanium even when scratches d would be natural titanium.
I didnt want the aluminium silver for the way it looks, and didnt want the Black one as it would be more susceptible to scratches.
The natural titanium even when scratches d would be natural titanium.
with the series 11, the ion-x glass got more scratch resistant. does anyone have comparison testing of how easily they scratch compared to the sapphire? ion-x was always supposed to be more shatter resistant than sapphire, so it might be the more durable choice now all around.
I had an aluminum Series 0,1,3,5 and 8 and went SS for 9 mainly because of the sapphire screen. I went back to Aluminum for the 11. While the screen did hold up better to deep scratches I still had a lot of just markings on the screen that made it look dirty, and SS body scratched even worse than the Aluminum and was heavier. Some could be buffed out but only to a certain degree. Decided it was better to save the $ and get a new Aluminum watch more frequently. Also the trade-in value of the SS was insulting, so you don't make much more trading it in after either.
Yes, especially when you are allergic to aluminum. I suffered wrist rash for YEARS until I figured that gem out. Of course Stainless is fine too.
I've always had the stainless model and only once switched to aluminum - never again. scratches would appear out of nowhere no matter how careful I was. Have gone back to stainless (now titanium), and I love not having to think about the watch getting banged up or scratched.
I bought a used Titanium AW 6 a few years ago, and it is still going strong. I have severe nickel allergy, and cannot use either aluminium or steel versions, so it’s titanium only for me. Before that I had the ceramic AW 2, for the same reason.
But, in any case I will never get one without sapphire glass, looking at my wife’s watch is outright laughable, while mine looks pristine. I don’t see a reason to replace it more than every 4-5 years, so paying for sapphire is a no-brainer for me.
However, only 100$ difference to the Ultra is completely ridiculous. I would never buy a standard Titanium at full retail. Whether you like the Ultra or not, it makes the standard version clearly overpriced.
But, in any case I will never get one without sapphire glass, looking at my wife’s watch is outright laughable, while mine looks pristine. I don’t see a reason to replace it more than every 4-5 years, so paying for sapphire is a no-brainer for me.
However, only 100$ difference to the Ultra is completely ridiculous. I would never buy a standard Titanium at full retail. Whether you like the Ultra or not, it makes the standard version clearly overpriced.
I bought S0 and S6 both in stainless steel. Still using the S6 now, and going to buy S12 in titanium. I don’t upgrade that often and so durability means a lot to me!
I used to rock climb and boulder with my aluminum, which admittedly is a bad idea, but Apple does provide a climbing workout. I would routinely quickly move my hand and grind the glass against the rock face and cut deep grooves in the glass.
I have a Garmin now, but put it away when climbing.
I’d argue that if you do that, you should stop doing it and get one with sapphire. It will easily last you twice as long.