Apple Watch SE 2 Review (The Best Watch for Most People)

Is this the 2nd generation Apple Watch SE the best watch for most people? The Apple watch SE 2 cuts out some fringe health features like ECG while maintaining the same powerful chipset, and making few compromises.

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ADDITIONAL REVIEW NOTES:
This is the best smartwatch for most people
Starts at $249

DESIGN
2 sizes, 3 colors, lots of bands - same bands as other apple watches
Same size and design as essentially every other Watch 4, 5, or 6 meaning nobody will know you saved $150+
Aluminum
HR + HR notifications
32GB storage
BT, NFC, Wifi, Altimeter, gyroscope, accelerometer
50m resistant

SPEAKER TEST

MIC TEST

ACCURACY TEST
GPS
HR

FEATURES:
Latest WatchOS 9
Latest S8 chipset
Optional LTE
3 colors
Same band compatibility
Compatible with Apple Fitness Plus
Same battery life
Workout tracking
Compass with backtrack
Decibel meter and ear damage warnings
Voice recorders
Breathe
Maps
Female cycle tracking, but without temp sensor
Remote camera
Normal watch stuff like timers and the app store
Calling, texting, photos, stocks, email, calculator, podcasts, listen to music natively, find my devices, and many more apps
Apple Pay
Emergency SOS, Fall detection, and crash detection

WHAT IS MISSING vs the series 8?
ECG
AOD
Temperature sensor
Blood oxygen
Larger bezels
Size is 44/40mm instead of 45/41mm

INTERFACE TOUR

PROS:
Powerful chipset
Best operating system in any watch
Seamless integration
Low price, but the full checklist for smartwatch features

CONS:
Sleep analytics are weak
Screen is outermost plane, so you will need a case
Aesthetic is plain
No AOD
Poor battery life
No ECG or blood oxygen

CONCLUSION:
If you have an iPhone and want a jack of all trades watch, this is it. This is an incredible watch.
This is not the best watch if:
You care a lot about aesthetics and want the classiest watch or at least an AOD
You are a super athlete and want the best analytics
You go off the grid and want superior battery life and durability
You are very health conscious and want the best health data available

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[MikeOBrienMedia]

Should most people just get this instead of the Watch 8 or Ultra?

[ramonlnegron]

Received an Apple Watch SE 2 last week. I’m 76, was a little confused with my SE2 until I found your video on YT. Thank you, thank you thank you, life is good again for mr and my SE2.

[joeplb]

The best review on the SE I think I've seen. I appreciate the many shots of the watch itself, and not just you focusing the camera on yourself as a lot of the other reviews I've seen do.

[brianhudson]

I really appreciated this review. You gave the perfect amount of information for someone that didn’t know what they actually wanted/needed. You saved me a lot of money in my decision to go with the SE. Thanks man!

[Dansco]

After going from a Series 3 to the SE I’m gobsmacked! Better display, faster and bigger screen. Finally have those watch faces I’ve had to use 3rd party apps to get. Don’t care about any of the missing features - AOD (I have theatre mode on anyway), EKG & temp sensor are not important. Very happy with it.

[deantier]

Just went out and bought two of these watches for my wife and myself. We are both in our Sixties and the fall detection and aesthetics are so much better than the crap supplied by government agencies. Thanks mate.

[sephorakc]

Thinking of getting my first Apple and I’m glad I came across this video..might as well get it. Explained it all well, and thnx for the honesty and advices

[eddiewilson]

My wife and I got a deal on two SE watches (40mm & 44mm). We appreciate the detailed review. Awesome you weren’t trying to hype up the watch or pitch to buy the 7, 8 or Ultra. Keep up the channel. You have a new subscriber!

[meghamhaiskar]

What a beautiful video. You explained every little part of the watch in detail. I'm glad that I came across this video! Great job Mike! 👍🏻

[elindenstein]

Picked up my first Apple Watch yesterday - Series 8. I got it mainly for the dustproofing and "fast charging." I think I overestimated the need for the dustproofing and didn't realize the fast-charging only applied to using the higher wattage charging brick - which is more of a hassle than a convenience. I think I'm going to go exchange it today and get some cash back.

[lukerng]

The brief guide you gave for people new to apple watch was so helpful! Awesome thing to include!

[felishiarae]

Loved this review, best one I’ve seen in a while. I have a series 4 and it’s still going strong but would definitely get this series if it ever dies on me. Really liked all the details you shared.

[jacquicleijne]

I just ordered my first Apple Watch se2. It will do everything I need, and if I go for days on a bush walk I will use a different watch more suited to that, more robust and longer battery life, but for everyday use, fitness tracking, heart rate and other basics, this watch is all I need. The non cellular is perfect as I do take my phone with me everywhere, and if I want a peaceful walk, it's nice to not have interruptions from calls and texts on my wrist, when I leave the phone at home. Thanks for a great review. Can't wait to get moving with it. Watching from Tasmania 😊

[Beth]

I got an Apple Watch SE back in early April 2022 in space grey at Target. I was using a refurbished Apple Watch series 2 for almost 2 years. I even have a series 1, too. I got the SE for this one app for my vehicle to used to start it up. I got the smaller screen one so that I can used my watch bands for it. It has been a little bit over 7 months of using it.

[emailpr]

Great review Mike. There is so much useful information you pack in your reviews. I look at this and I look at the reviews by the so called "Top Tech YouTubers" and while they focus on production value and all the jazz, your videos have more useful and pertinent information.

[stephenscapelliti]

Excellent and informative. Everything I needed to know, without having to read 5 articles about the watch. Thanks for this, Mike.

[XJarhead]

I loved your intro to the SE. This is my first Apple watch and put away my expensive luxury watch I've had for 30 years...no regrets. It works seamlessly with my Iphone.

[iq__]

I traded in my apple watch series 5 for the 2nd gen SE and honestly I love this watch mainly because well the screen is now clear of scratches and the battery life is able to last me a proper full day. I was thinking about getting the new airpods pro 2nd gens but since I just bought the Sony Linkbuds S, I don't really need a new pair of earbuds so why not upgrade the watch and I was closeby and apple store so it was tempting. The only things I do miss is the AOD and the ECG feature but its not really necessary for me and I won't die because I don't have it. If apple does a rounded design or changes the look of the apple watch next year or maybe in 2-3 years I'll upgrade again. But props to apple for making a budget version of the apple watch!

[violinfire]

I purchased this as my first Apple Watch today! I've been watching reviews and reading comparisons, and this watch is more than enough for what I want it for. It'll fit in well with my thoroughly Apple ecosystem. I'm excited to get it and pleased with the price. Thanks for the review, Mike!

[victoriawilliams]

Thank you for the great video! Just purchased the watch, right before I saw your video. After your review, now I’m sure it’s going to work for me. Can’t wait for it to be delivered!