Apple Watch Black Friday deals — the best sales start at just $179

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Black Friday is here at last, and if you've been waiting for the Black Friday deals to shop for a new Apple Watch, grab your credit card now. The best Apple Watches are getting big discounts in the Apple Watch Black Friday sales on Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy.

The cheapest deal to shop right now is the Apple Watch SE (2023) is discounted to $179 at Walmart. There are also deals on the new Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, which have only been on the market for the last month or so. 

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Best Apple Watch Black Friday deals

Apple Watch 9

Apple Watch 9 (GPS/41mm): was $399 now $329 @ Amazon [LOWEST PRICE]Price match: $329 @ Walmart
Price check: $399 @ Best Buy

Apple Watch 9 (GPS/41mm): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CHX8S5Q3%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was $399 now $329 @ Amazon [LOWEST PRICE]
Apple Watch 9 deals are live and Amazon is taking 18% off the newest Apple Watch. The new watch features a faster S9 chip for better performance, 4-core neural engine, and an 18-hour battery life. It also supports Apple Double Tap, a new gesture that can be used to answer/end a call, stop a timer, play/pause music, or dismiss an alarm. In our Apple<a href="https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/apple-watch-series-9" data-link-merchant="tomsguide.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US""> Watch 9 review, we said the Editor's Choice watch got significant performance upgrades and remains the best smartwatch you can buy.
Price match: <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/1943169/565706/9383?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&sharedId=hawk&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-Watch-Series-9-GPS-41mm-Silver-Aluminum-Case-with-Winter-Blue-Sport-Loop%2F5032387730" data-link-merchant="walmart.com"" data-link-merchant="tomsguide.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$329 @ Walmart
Price check:
<a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6340270&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fapple-watch-series9-gps-41mm-midnight-aluminum-case-with-midnight-sport-band-m-l-midnight%2F6340270.p%3FskuId%3D6340270&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"" data-link-merchant="walmart.com"" data-link-merchant="tomsguide.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$399 @ Best Buy

Apple Watch 9 (GPS+ Cellular/45mm): was $529 now $459 @ Amazon

Apple Watch 9 (GPS+ Cellular/45mm): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-Cellular-Smartwatch-Midnight-Aluminum%2Fdp%2FB0CHXFH656%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was $529 now $459 @ Amazon
While this price drop isn't as big as the GPS-only models, you can still get the Apple Watch 9 with Cellular for 13% off its regular price. Adding Cellular means you'll be able to make and receive calls and more on the go — even if you leave your iPhone at home.

Apple Watch Ultra

Apple Watch Ultra 2: was $799 now $739 @ AmazonPrice check: $739 @ Best Buy

Apple Watch Ultra 2: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CHX779JN%3Fth%3D1%26tag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was $799 now $739 @ Amazon
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 sports plenty of big upgrades from its predecessor. They include a new S9 SiP processor with 5.6 billion transistors, 30% faster GPU, and 4-core neural engines that can power machine learning two times faster than Apple Watch Series 8. It also boasts a brighter (3,000 nits) display. In our <a href="https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/apple-watch-ultra-2" data-link-merchant="tomsguide.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">Apple Watch Ultra 2 review, we said it's the ultimate Apple Watch.
Price check: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6560081&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fapple-watch-ultra-2-gps-cellular-49mm-titanium-case-with-blue-black-trail-loop-m-l-titanium%2F6560081.p%3FskuId%3D6560081&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"" data-link-merchant="tomsguide.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">$739 @ Best Buy

Apple Watch 8

Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS/41mm): was $399 now $281 @ Amazon
It's not the newest Apple Watch on the market, but don't let this put you off. Aside from the double tap gesture and the S9 processor, the Apple Watch Series 8 looks and feels very similar to the Apple Watch Series 9. Right now the watch has over $100 off, making it a great buy.
Price check: $324 @ Walmart

Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS/41mm): <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-Watch-Starlight-Aluminum-Always%2Fdp%2FB0BDHQD1CQ%2Fref%3Dsr_1_3%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was $399 now $281 @ Amazon
It's not the newest Apple Watch on the market, but don't let this put you off. Aside from the double tap gesture and the S9 processor, the Apple Watch Series 8 looks and feels very similar to the Apple Watch Series 9. Right now the watch has over $100 off, making it a great buy.
Price check: <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/1943169/565706/9383?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&sharedId=hawk&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-Watch-Series-8-GPS-Cellular-41mm-Starlight-Aluminum-Case-with-Starlight-Sport-Band-S-M%2F1332419753%3Ffrom%3D%2Fsearch" data-link-merchant="walmart.com"" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"">$324 @ Walmart

Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS/45mm): was $529 now $354 @ Walmart

Apple Watch Series 8 (GPS/45mm): <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/1943169/565706/9383?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&sharedId=hawk&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-Watch-Series-8-GPS-Cellular-45mm-Midnight-Aluminum-Case-with-Midnight-Sport-Band-M-L%2F1674645129%3Ffrom%3D%2Fsearch" data-link-merchant="walmart.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was $529 now $354 @ Walmart
If you're after the 45mm Apple Watch 8, the best deal right now is this one, discounting the watch down to $354 on Walmart. Grab it while you can. 

Apple Watch SE

Apple Watch SE 2022 (GPS/40mm): was $249 now $179 @ Walmart

Apple Watch SE 2022 (GPS/40mm): <a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/1943169/565706/9383?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&sharedId=hawk&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-Watch-SE-2023-GPS-40mm-Starlight-Aluminum-Case-with-Starlight-Sport-Band-S-M%2F5033741510%3Fathbdg%3DL1800%26from%3D%2Fsearch" data-link-merchant="walmart.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was $249 now $179 @ Walmart
The Apple Watch SE (2022) is Apple's new mid-tier watch. It packs the same chipset found in the Apple Watch Series 8, but for a lower price. In our <a href="https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/apple-watch-se-2022" data-link-merchant="tomsguide.com"" data-link-merchant="walmart.com"">Apple Watch SE 2022 review, we called it the best Apple Watch value you'll find. This is a great price for the affordable apple watch. This deal is only available for certain sizes and colors; there may be different discounts for other configurations.

Apple Watch accessories

Apple MagSafe Duo: was $129 now $98 @ Amazon

Apple MagSafe Duo: <a href="https://target.georiot.com/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2FApple-MHXF3AM-A-MagSafe-Charger%2Fdp%2FB08MWR2NXZ%3Ftag%3Dhawk-future-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20" data-link-merchant="Amazon US"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was $129 now $98 @ Amazon
The Apple MagSafe Duo is a USB Type C charger that can simultaneously charge your Magsafe compatible iPhone, Apple Watch, or AirPods. (It can charge other Qi-certified devices as well). The travel-friendly charger folds together neatly when not in use, which makes it a great travel accessory. 

When do Apple Watch Black Friday deals start?

This year's Apple Watch Black Friday deals have already started, and we'd expect the discounts to continue all month long through Cyber Monday — provided the discounted Apple Watch models remain in stock. It's worth noting that we expect to see more deals once the Apple Store announces its annual Black Friday sale. Last year, Apple offered a $50 gift card when with the purchase of select Apple Watches.

Black Friday Apple Watch deals: What to expect

Similar to past years, we predict mostly previous-generation models will receive price cuts as part of Apple Watch Black Friday deals. The Apple Watch 9 and the Apple Watch SE 2022 could see the biggest price drops. That said, we expect the newer Apple Watch 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 to receive at least a $50 discount. 

Jane McGuire
Fitness editor

Jane McGuire is Tom's Guide's Fitness editor, which means she looks after everything fitness related - from running gear to yoga mats. An avid runner, Jane has tested and reviewed fitness products for the past five years, so knows what to look for when finding a good running watch or a pair of shorts with pockets big enough for your smartphone. When she's not pounding the pavements, you'll find Jane striding round the Surrey Hills, taking far too many photos of her puppy.