I Compared Every Apple Watch Ultra Band - (Trail vs Alpine vs Ocean)

Today I'm comparing all of the Apple Watch Ultra bands, and showing them on my wrist, to give you a better idea of which one to purchase.

To save you some time:
0:00​​ 👋 Intro
0:34 ​​ 🌊 Ocean Band
2:10​​ 🧡 Alpine Loop
3:44​​ ⛰ Trail Loop

💌 MY NEWSLETTER:

📸 MY GEAR:

[mihirdesai]

I have all three straps

1. Alpine loop which is comfortable and don’t leave mark on hand after removing it but removing it is bit hectic and if I remove it quickly than hook dash on display.
It also became wet after gym due to sweating and take bit time to dry.

2. Ocean band loop is great for rainy season, for water activities, for gym and for other activities but it leaves the mark on hand and also bit irritative.
And positive side is that it quickly get out of the hand.

3. Trail loop is great non irritative and don’t leave mark too on hand.
And easy to remove too.
But doesn’t feel much secure as it has velcro strap.
And also it takes time to dry if it became wet.

[MarkManner]

I have found that the ocean band works best for me. I have all three, but now only wear the ocean. For me, its slightly more substantial structure balances the watch weight nicely and the watch face stays in place well. It stays in place without having to make it as tight as I need the others to be, and hence is more comfortable to me. I have an average to slightly smaller wrist, but find it to work great. The alpine loop is my second favorite, since it also has more structure than the Trail Loop. I had initially thought the Trail Loop would be my favorite, but because I need to have it tighter than the other two, it actually is the least comfortable to me. FWIW!

[jmp]

Ocean band black feels most premium for $99. The other bans get dirty fast. Very comfortable for me

[BrunoDECOURCY]

I have the Ocean Band (midnight) and the Trail Loop (black).
If I didn’t like the Ocean Band first (the one that came with my Watch Ultra), it is the band I use everyday, regardless if I go swim or dive or not. It is very comfortable for running and calisthenics too. The Trail Loop is very nice and comfortable, but I cannot like it as much as I like the Ocean Band…

[jeffcsMN]

I favor the Ocean band because it’s so much easier to put on and take off. The Alpine loop is a really comfortable band to wear, but I think the latch mechanism is a little kludgey, and it’s prone to scratching other surfaces. I haven’t tried the trail loop but probably will if/when Apple has more colors available. Cheers!

[amanurrehman]

I've the Ocean band, I think it's great, especially if you're the type of person who prefers dark colors and don't want to draw extra attention to your watch (like I do)....

[homebuiltcamperdave]

I tried all the ultra bands. The alpine was either too small or too big and was very uncomfortable. The trail loop I was worried the Velcro would wear out and not hold. The silicon one o didn’t like at all. So I bought the braided solo loop even though I had to pay $100. It solved the discomfort problem.

Update 12/22. I ended up returning the braided solo loop. I loved it for a month. Then it started to stretch out and not return to original size. Watch got very loose on my wrist. I tried to return to Apple Store and they said only 2 week window. So I tried some tricks I found online. Put it in boiling water then dry with hot hairdryer or in the sun. That worked for about a week. Finally I made a Genius Bar appointment as this is clear design flaw. It cost $100. Too much to eat without a fight. Manager allowed me to swap it for store credit.

So now I’m wearing the alpine bands. Have the green that came with the watch and orange. I found if you wash them with clothes and then dry with fabric softener they get nice and soft and just a little more stretchy. Now I really like the alpine bands. They are durable and seem to hold up. Guess this is a growth process.

[keenobservations]

Careful with the Alpine band, I’ve seen scratches on the watches on display at the Apple Store from the clasp hitting the case when the band is pulled loose to remove from the wrist.

[zgoaty]

The Trail Loop actually does have a smoother feeling texture compared to the Sport Loop. The Midnight Blue Loop from when I had a Series 5 (unfortunately it was for the smaller 40mm Apple Watch so I can’t use it with my Ultra like I could with my 41mm Series 7) has a slightly rougher material and while it wasn’t extremely uncomfortable, I’d find that I’d be adjusting the loop every so often to relieve tension and irritation. I haven’t had to do that so far with the Trail Loop and it doesn’t feel fatiguing or irritating to wear even with it being tightened to a snug fit.

[johnheueisenIII]

Didn’t think I was gonna like the ocean band, and figured I’d like the alpine. I ♥️the ocean band!

[eRwn]

Great review. Had the Alpine loop but sold it and got the Orange. Got the Ocean Navy band and LOVE IT. Clean and easy to clean lol

[HubbyPL]

Alpine all the way for me. Very comfy and looks good.

[kaynwells]

I got one of each band. All are really nice. Ocean band is by far my favourite feel but each has its own merits and I cannot find fault with any tbh. Each feels special for my activities when I change them out for activities (water sports, climbing/hiking, and cycling)

[stjs]

Best Comparison video for the new bands I seen so far. thanks!

[ericcissoko]

Went with the ocean band and just added the green alpine loop

[alessandroj]

Por primera vez alguien habla del peso de cada correa, muchas gracias, vídeo perfecto, like bien merecido !!!😊

[cindymfraser]

I’ve used the sport loop with my series 5. Sometimes ill use it when i wash the Alpine loop. I find the Velcro comes off easily when it catches on long sleeves. The Alpine loop works great for me

[vinc.els]

I’ve gotten scratches on the case because of the G-hook on the alpine loop. Not too bad but something to keep in mind if you want to keep your watch in pristine condition.

[TheNickGuy]

I’ve found the trail loop stays sweaty from a workout for a very long time. To the point that it’s gross. Switched back to the ocean band as my daily band.

[Grantium_]

I have all 3 and I’ve got to say they are all very good the trail and the alpine are similar but the trail is definitely the most comfortable while the alpine is more secure, and the ocean band is obviously perfect for water because it doesn’t sail water in like the other two