The Apple Watch SE 3 is even easier to recommend at $50 off | The VergeSkip to main contentThe homepageThe VergeThe Verge logo.The VergeThe Verge logo.TechReviewsScienceEntertainmentAIPolicyHamburger Navigation ButtonThe homepageThe VergeThe Verge logo.Hamburger Navigation ButtonNavigation DrawerThe VergeThe Verge logo.Login / Sign UpcloseCloseSearchTechExpandAmazonAppleFacebookGoogleMicrosoftSamsungBusinessSee all techReviewsExpandSmart Home ReviewsPhone ReviewsTablet ReviewsHeadphone ReviewsSee all reviewsScienceExpandSpaceEnergyEnvironmentHealthSee all scienceEntertainmentExpandTV ShowsMoviesAudioSee all entertainmentAIExpandOpenAIAnthropicSee all AIPolicyExpandAntitrustPoliticsLawSecuritySee all policyGadgetsExpandLaptopsPhonesTVsHeadphonesSpeakersWearablesSee all gadgetsVerge ShoppingExpandBuying GuidesDealsGift GuidesSee all shoppingGamingExpandXboxPlayStationNintendoSee all gamingStreamingExpandDisneyHBONetflixYouTubeCreatorsSee all streamingTransportationExpandElectric CarsAutonomous CarsRide-sharingScootersSee all transportationFeaturesVerge VideoExpandTikTokYouTubeInstagramPodcastsExpandDecoderThe VergecastVersion HistoryNewslettersArchivesStoreVerge Product UpdatesSubscribeFacebookThreadsInstagramYoutubeRSSThe VergeThe Verge logo.The Apple Watch SE 3 is even easier to recommend at $50 offComments DrawerCommentsLoading commentsGetting the conversation ready...GadgetsCloseGadgetsPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All GadgetsTechCloseTechPosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All TechAppleCloseApplePosts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All AppleThe Apple Watch SE 3 is even easier to recommend at $50 offApple’s entry-level smartwatch includes many flagship features, from an always-on display to on-device Siri.Apple’s entry-level smartwatch includes many flagship features, from an always-on display to on-device Siri.by Sheena VasaniCloseSheena VasaniCommerce WriterPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Sheena VasaniMar 24, 2026, 5:18 PM UTCLinkShareIf you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement.Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The VergeSheena VasaniCloseSheena VasaniPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Sheena Vasani writes about tech news, reviews gadgets, and helps readers save money by highlighting deals and product recommendations for The Verge.When Apple released the latest Apple Watch SE, it surprised us, outshining Apple’s more expensive models while improving on the basics. Now that it’s on sale, it’s even easier to recommend. The LTE-enabled model has dropped back to its all-time low of $249 ($50 off) at Amazon for the first time since December, while the 40mm GPS version is down to $219 ($30 off) at Amazon, Target, and Walmart. The larger 44mm GPS model is also on sale for $249 ($30 off) at Amazon and Target while you can add LTE for $50 more.Apple Watch SE 3$219$24912% off$219$219 at Amazon (40mm, GPS)$249 at Amazon (40mm, LTE)$250 at Amazon (44mm, GPS)The Apple Watch SE 3 brings over a number of features that were previously limited to Apple’s higher-end models. Notably, it now has an always-on display, so you can glance at the time or notifications without having to tap the screen. It’s powered by Apple’s S10 chip, which enables features like on-device Siri and gesture controls such as double tap and wrist flick, making it easier to answer calls or manage notifications. You also get faster charging and 5G connectivity for improved coverage, along with the ability to listen to music directly from your wrist. On the health and wellness side, the SE 3 supports ovulation tracking and can monitor your breathing while you sleep, sending alerts if it detects signs of sleep apnea.RelatedThe best fitness trackers and watches we’ve testedThe kid-friendly Fitbit Ace is $100, which matches its best priceOf course, as an entry-level watch, Apple left out some features to keep costs down. You can’t take an EKG, measure blood oxygen levels, or receive hypertension alerts like you can on the Series 11 and Ultra 3. The more expensive models also offer larger displays and include Apple’s Ultra Wideband chip, which powers Precision Finding, a feature that helps you locate your iPhone. That said, the SE 3 covers the essentials, and for many, that’s more than enough.Read our Apple Watch SE 3 review.Verge DealsSign up for Verge Deals to get deals on products we’ve tested sent to your inbox weekly.Email (required)Sign UpBy submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. 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The Apple Watch SE 3 has solidified its position as a highly recommended smartwatch, particularly due to a current discount of $50 available at Amazon. Sheena Vasani of The Verge highlights this sale as a significant factor in bolstering the device’s appeal, noting that the LTE-enabled model has reached its lowest price point since December, currently listed at $219 and the GPS version at $219. The 40mm GPS model is also discounted to $249 at Amazon and Target, with the option to add LTE for an additional $50. A 44mm GPS model is available for $249 at Amazon and Target. This discount makes the SE 3’s flagship features, such as the always-on display and on-device Siri, more accessible to consumers. The watch is powered by Apple’s S10 chip, enabling features like gesture controls – double tap and wrist flick – facilitating intuitive interaction. Beyond standard smartwatch functionalities, the SE 3 incorporates advanced health tracking capabilities, including ovulation tracking and sleep respiration monitoring with apnea alerts. However, the device retains the limitations of its entry-level status, excluding more advanced features present in higher-tier Apple Watch models, such as ECG monitoring or blood oxygen level readings. Despite these omissions, Vasani argues that the SE 3 offers sufficient functionality for many users, representing an excellent value proposition. The watch’s existing deals are attracting consumer interest, and it continues to draw attention to features previously reserved for more expensive Apple Watch iterations. The article emphasizes the increasing ease with which this competitively priced smartwatch can be recommended, further establishing its place as a compelling choice within the Apple Watch lineup.