Is Apple Watch Ultra Too Big to Daily?

I'm almost sold on the idea of the Apple Watch Ultra but I am slightly on the fence about its size. Will it just feel too big to wear day to day?

In this video I compare the Apple Watch Ultra with my Apple Watch Series 5 to see just how much bigger it feels and looks.

Many thanks to the Apple Store in Bath for being very accommodating with their filming policy. (I was allowed to film the device but not customers, staff or audio, which I felt was more than reasonable so I'm very grateful for that).

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[TheThaiLife]

You're trying not to like it... but you like it.

[selfhelp]

The Apple Watch Ultra is definitely a cool watch. I do recommend to some people. Its built like a tank and works extremely well. However, I highly suggest you try it on first and wear it for a couple of days to see if you like it or not. Personally, I had to return mine. I notice the biggest problem for me was its size. It was so massive on my wrist (I have 16cm wrists). It looked awesome but it became more of a distraction (even with the screen turned off). I couldn't help but constantly stare at it even time I twisted my wrist. Luckily I had a 7 day money back guarantee. So I got my money back. I hope this helps.

[tobiasjennerjahn]

Yeah, I think it looks fine. Clearly not as elegant as the smaller one, but that wasn't the point. It definitely still works as a day to day watch. Bulkier, sure, but not overtly so. I think the shot that's a little further away captures it quite good. At an arms length away it doesn't immediately catch the eye as a super big watch.
I must say that I'm pleasantly surprised. There was a lot of talk about its perceived size because it doesn't taper at the edges, but it's manageable.

[thihal]

Try a long sleeve button shirt. The Ultra can easily hide under the sleeves of a pullover but may not be for a long sleeve collared shirt.

This video is very helpful for me. I am still using the original Apple Watch. But I damaged the glass and I have to look for a replacement. The very elegant stainless S8 with Milanese loop costs the same as the Ultra. I prefer the Ultra because of the sturdy design but fear that it might look too big. Unfortunately the local shops don’t have Ultras to test the size. So my decision relies on videos like this.

[josealvarez]

This watch wears fine in all occasions. The band is what needs to be swapped for the occasion

[anthonyanthony]

I'm a male and after owning the 42mm Series 2, 44m Series 4, I got the 41mm S7 because after losing weight the large Apple Watch got too large for my wrist. The Ultra is an absolute no-go for me. It's massive.

[mobeleashdontforgetyourpho]

The Ultra is the perfect adventure tool. Has to be large.

[shankarbalan]

If one can wear a James Bond Omega Seamaster or a Rolex Submariner or a Breitling Colt or a Panerai Luminor for a formal occasion with a suit and under a long sleeved dress shirt, there is absolutely no reason why one cannot wear the Apple Watch Ultra too, in a similar situation on a similar occasion. One just has to choose the strap that one goes with, so that the more neutral appearance is maintained.

[vaktmaskiner]

Its not too big. I have now used one week a apple watch ultra and it is smaller than my garmin descent mk 2, which is too every day use of me.

[GAMERGEBITER]

I also have a 17, 5cm wrist and i am still not sure if it is a bit too big 😅

Also for the regular series 9 i am not 100% sure if i should get the 41 or 45mm model. I like the bigger screen for navigation and stuff, but will it look a bit clunk on my wrist?
Some guids say for a 17cm wrist you should get a watch betweet 39-42mm 😅

[arthursata]

Thankyou for providing your wrist size.

[CrueLoaf]

it is quite thick too! I love my series 7 (for now!). I have fitted a yellow ocean band to it. :)

[UHDGamers-rexj]

I would wear mine anywhere, but I brought to protective cases one clear one black. The black case makes it look much smarter.

[TheCrackedProject]

I’m giving my honest opinion after receiving mine it only pisses me off people act like it’s big or heavy in any way shape or fashion I’m an average size person if anything and people saying it’s “ too heavy” or “ too big” has never wore a normal watch in there life I get smaller framed people but people over exaggerate the size and weight way to damn much 😂

[craigpugsley]

Yet another fantastic video, Ben! I really appreciate your unique perspective on tech, equipment and general life optimisation! Really resonates with my own! Keep up the great work 🙂

[Burps___]

My wrist is the same size as yours and I own the Ultra and it’s silly big. I use mine for running daily and for noodling around without my iPhone since I have cellular activated on Verizon, but the majority of time and for sleep I wear my AW6 and much prefer it size-wise.

[SPTSuperSprinter]

I really like these. Tried one on and fell in love with it. Bulkier than the standard AW yes, but you rightly say that the curved edges of the standard AW hides its true dimensions. For the slight extra size of this one I think its relative hardiness and extra battery life are nice touches.

[longbowsafari]

Truthfully, I went from luxury watches to wearing a Mudmaster even on business occasions. I don’t think that anyone but the snootiest would care if you wore this watch at a black tie event, though i wouldn’t wear the MM to one.

[SxC]

As long as you're not wearing it in formal settings, I think it looks just fine for day to day use. In all the wrist shots I've seen, it never looks as large as it's 49mm size would suggest.