Apple Watch Series 11

I have a series 10 - would it be worth it to get the 11 since battery life is super important for my distance running (I'm slow and need more time to get there.)

Same here - I went from series 8 to 11 and the battery life is a little better BUT with fast charging it feels like battery life is a non factor. Soon as I come out of the shower, it’s already charged to 80%+. No regrets at all.

I’m really struggling to settle on a fitness watch and keep going round in circles, so would appreciate some honest advice. Here’s my journey so far: Started with Apple Watch Series 6 → upgraded to Ultra 2 Liked it overall but found it too bulky and got fed up with charging Moved to COROS Pace Pro Loved the simplicity and the app (probably my favourite app overall) Felt a bit “cheap” on the wrist compared to Apple Switched to Garmin Forerunner 570 (influenced by reviews/social media) Really didn’t like the Garmin app or ecosystem Felt like an awkward middle ground between smartwatch and fitness watch Ended up selling it at a loss Tried Amazfit Balance 2 Feature-packed but felt worse than both Garmin and COROS Screen was a fingerprint magnet → returned Tried Huawei GT6 Pro Loved the premium feel and hardware App wasn’t great → returned Now I’ve come full circle and ordered an Apple Watch Series 11 through Vitality (so it’s basically free if I hit activity targets). But I’m hesitating again because: I didn’t like charging my previous Apple Watches I actually enjoyed moving away from “smartwatch” features I keep thinking about going back to COROS (Pace 4 or Pace Pro) For context: I mainly do spin classes and swim regularly Getting back into running after a knee injury I care a lot about the quality of the app and overall user experience I also like a watch that feels nice/premium on the wrist So I guess my question is: Should I stick with the Apple Watch (because it’s free and versatile), or go back to COROS because I enjoyed the experience more? Would really appreciate thoughts, especially from anyone who’s been between Apple and COROS. I intent to cross post this as I know most here love COROS. If the Apple Watch wasn’t basically free I probably wouldn’t be considering it to be honest.

I have had a Series 11 Titanium with cellular for a few weeks, and the battery life is well over 2 days - typically 2 1/2, days thus far. I fully expect that to decrease over time.

If you can’t afford it (evidently not, since you purchased an SE2 before), buy what you can afford, that meets your needs.

If you can’t afford it, don’t whine to us that you cannot. I have a Series 11 Titanium - it is cellular. Quit whining about the battery life of a phone you no longer have. And you have never used an Ultra or even a more robust watch, so you cannot compare. We don’t care!

Right now I am getting about 2 days and an additional 8-12 hours (56-60 hours) on my S11 Titanium (includes cellular). Fast charging too. Because I wanted an AW with a longer battery life, I had considered the AWU3, but didn’t like the bulkiness of it. Once I learned about the Series 11, and its battery life, it was an easy choice. I went to the Apple Store and tried on the S11 (46mm) in Titanium, and there was nothing else I would consider. I don’t even notice it on my arm. I had been using a S6 Titanium for years and had not upgraded because it was fine (had the battery replaced once), and then the issue with no O2 sensors allowed on the later ones made me wait. Love the S11 Titanium.

I lift everyday and run 35-45 miles a week, sleep in my watch, and went with the 11. It’s more than enough battery and watch for my needs. I first debated between an AW or Garmin, and picked the AW because of all the things it can do outside of fitness tracking and the OS. My next decision was between the 11 and the Ultra 3. I was dead set on the 3, was 100% gonna get it, last minute changed my mind, kind of price influenced in the sense that it seemed outrageous to spend over $800 on a watch for myself. I love the 11. I use AOD off with wake on raise on, and I could easily get 32-36 hours of battery life , but I charge it every morning when I drink my coffee, and am getting dressed to workout,and it goes from about 45% power to 100% in that time