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Is It Worth Buying a Titanium Apple Watch?

Ultimately it depends on how you would define 'worth.'

If all you value is functionality, then no, a titanium Apple Watch or Apple Watch Ultra would not be 'worth' it since generally speaking an aluminum AW has the same functionality as the titanium or AWU versions.

If fashion or durability is part of your 'worth' calculation, then yes, a titanium AW might be worth it.

My two cents — I love the premium feel and added durability of the stainless steel Apple Watch. I started off with a Series 0 aluminum AW, which was OK. I never had any issues with it, but I transitioned over the the stainless steel for the Series 2, 4 and 7 and absolutely loved them. Never had a problem with the glass scratching. The case held up extremely well — just the normal small scratches stainless steel tends to pick up.

I just upgraded to the titanium Apple Watch Ultra and really love it. In my opinion, it's an awesome combination of durability and long battery life.

But again, 'worth' is going to depend on what the individual buyer's value proposition is.
 
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I prefer to go with the aluminum watches. Don’t want to spend the extra $300. However would like to see polished finishes for aluminum too and some new color options.
 
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It's worth it just for the screen durability alone. I only had an aluminum watch for the Series 0 when the Watch first launched. Never again. Every single one after has been the higher end model.
 
cxc273 said:
Ultimately it depends on how you would define 'worth.'

If all you value is functionality, then no, a titanium Apple Watch or Apple Watch Ultra would not be 'worth' it since generally speaking an aluminum AW has the same functionality as the titanium or AWU versions.

If fashion or durability is part of your 'worth' calculation, then yes, a titanium AW might be worth it.

My two cents — I love the premium feel and added durability of the stainless steel Apple Watch. I started off with a Series 0 aluminum AW, which was OK. I never had any issues with it, but I transitioned over the the stainless steel for the Series 2, 4 and 7 and absolutely loved them. Never had a problem with the glass scratching. The case held up extremely well — just the normal small scratches stainless steel tends to pick up.

I just upgraded to the titanium Apple Watch Ultra and really love it. In my opinion, it's an awesome combination of durability and long battery life.

But again, 'worth' is going to depend on what the individual buyer's value proposition is.
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That's almost my exact route too except I went Series 3, 5, and 8. It's a drastic difference in terms of durability.
 
Went aluminium with my first one and did end up scratching both the casing and the glass because it's on my wrist and I end up swinging my arm into stuff eventually.

My series 10 has been titanium with the sapphire and it looks as-new after a year. I really dig the looks of the finish as well. Went with the natural color option.
 
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Elusi said:
Went aluminium with my first one and did end up scratching both the casing and the glass because it's on my wrist and I end up swinging my arm into stuff eventually.

My series 10 has been titanium with the sapphire and it looks as-new after a year. I really dig the looks of the finish as well. Went with the natural color option.
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Exactly this. I got the natural titanium for durability but love the way it looks and would now find it difficult to go back to aluminium.
 
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Absolutely worth it. I always get the stainless steel or titanium, and these things can take a beating. Screens are always pristine, even after a few years.

Meanwhile, the aluminum ones just look cheap and the screens accumulate tons of scratches.

Upgrading every year is not even remotely necessary. I’d say 3 years minimum, and only if you really want a particular new feature.
 
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Titanium all the way for me. The sapphire screens are incredibly scratch-proof, as evidenced by the brick wall I accidentally dragged my watch face across fairly recently with no scratches whatsoever. Plus, I like the look of the titanium with what I'm ordinarily wearing.

But a caveat: This was an easier decision when Apple also sold leather bands, because you could actually create a luxurious, stylish look. That's not the case with the current band offerings (unless you buy certain third party bands that are nicer than what Apple now sells).
 
unique-macrumors-user said:
I don’t think smartwatches fit with any outfit. They are useful but not beautiful compared to a handed watch.
De gustibus non est disputandum
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Granted I'm the most traditional "old-School person" there is when it comes to outfits and aesthetics. Watches however i have come to change my tune. [Especially health wise]

Guess you've never seen my outfits. I'm not talking about the cheap sub $300 AWs [no hate to y'alls ❤️].

I'm talking about us owners who spend $1,200+/per watch. I'm not talking about bands from Etsy either.

Trust me when i tell you. I know how to style the watch, even old school would be impressed.
 
takeos said:
Is it actually titanium on your skin, or is it some glossy/colored coating covering the actual titanium? I loved the feel of my Series 5 which was true "natural" titanium, but it seems like nowadays they don't care about the material, but only about the appearance, thus the fancy coating.
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The natural titanium Apple Watch has no external coating to keep it shiny. Instead, its shine comes from the metal's natural properties and finishing process. The black titanium watches use a diamond-like carbon coating (per AI).
 
Dang. Didn’t realise they no longer sold the stainless steel models. My series 7 SS is still going strong but will probably look at other options now. Offering only aluminium and titanium is like an airline only offering first class or economy. For those of us who want to fly business: do we need to choose another airline?

Esp. when the titanium (or Ultra) costs nearly as much, or even more, than the very capable iPhone 17!
 
HazeAndHahmahneez said:
Where did you hear this?? Even with no Apple care +?? This is 100% of the time?..
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I hear this because I know this because of my job. 🦊

It’s 100% of the time, as long as it’s not damaged and Apple still supports it. If the model goes “vintage”, then it might not be able to do it anymore. If it’s “obsolete”, then Apple no longer services the device no matter what. You can check if a device is Vintage or Obsolete pretty easily here: https://support.apple.com/en-us/102772
 
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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.
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Yes same, had the Series 1 when released, kept it for 5 years then got the Series 6 and now just got the Ultra 3. Ultra is so well built and beautifully crafted and should get another 5 years out of it hopefully.
 
HazeAndHahmahneez said:
Wait no longer water proof where did you hear this?? Ppl are saying you get a refurbished model instead of getting your old device back…so “new” screen and everything…
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That's my experience. I had the battery replaced at third party service. The replacement costed $95, but the watch was no longer waterproof (which I was informed after the repair). Unfortunately, six months later, it was flooded.

Replacing the watch case by Apple out of warranty costs $160 in Poland, which was almost half the price of the new Apple Watch SE I was using at the time.
 
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abcmax said:
That's my experience. I had the battery replaced at third party service. The replacement costed $95, but the watch was no longer waterproof (which I was informed after the repair). Unfortunately, six months later, it was flooded.

Replacing the watch case by Apple out of warranty costs $160 in Poland, which was almost half the price of the new Apple Watch SE I was using at the time.
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Wooooow ok so yeah not going through Apple is def cause for trepidation or concern…at the very least wary.

Hope it all works out for ya
 
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