Compare the Apple Watch Ultra 2 to the Apple Watch Ultra
Apple Watch Ultra 2 vs Apple Watch Ultra
- Control with a simple double tap of your index finger and thumb together
- Faster thanks to the new S9 chip
- ECG + optical heart rate sensor
- 36-hour battery life
- Only available in 49mm
- Can't control it with 1 hand
- Slower due to the older S8 chip
- ECG + optical heart rate sensor
- 36-hour battery life
- Only available in 49mm
Comparison of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch Ultra
| Apple Watch Ultra 2 | Apple Watch Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 49mm | 49mm |
| Processor | S9 chip | S8 chip |
| Control with 1 hand | Yes | No |
| Battery life | 2 to 3 days | 2 to 3 days |
| Types of watch straps | Ocean, Alpine, Trail | Ocean, Alpine, Trail |
Processor
Ultra 2: newer, faster S9 chip
For the first time in 3 years, the Apple Watch is getting a new chip. This S9 chip works faster than its predecessors. As a result, you can scroll more smoothly through all your apps. You can also control your Watch Ultra 2 with 1 hand by tapping your thumb and index finger together twice. You can answer phone calls or pause the music on your Watch, for example. This function will be available from October 2023.
Ultra: older S8 chip
The S8 chip of the Apple Watch Ultra is the same chip as in the Apple Watch 7 and 6. This makes the Apple Watch 8 a bit less fast and smooth than the Apple Watch Ultra 2. You can't control your Watch by tapping your fingers together.
Design and color
Ultra 2: same design
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 actually looks exactly the same as Apple Watch Ultra. The watch case is made of silver titanium. This strong material can take a hit. The screen of the Ultra 2 is 49mm high, just like the Ultra. The black bezels on the side are a bit narrower. As a result, the screen of the Ultra 2 is slightly larger than that of its predecessor.
Ultra: largest Apple Watch
The Apple Watch Ultra was the first 49mm Apple Watch. This is the largest and most robust Apple Watch yet. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 also remained the same size and color. It's not possible to put the Watch Ultra in a night mode, like the Watch Ultra 2. The screen is also a bit less bright. This makes it slightly more difficult to read the screen in bright sunlight.
WatchOS 10
In September 2023, Apple will launch the WatchOS 10 update for all Apple Watch models from the Apple Watch Series 6. With WatchOS 10, many apps will get a new look. In addition, the entire screen of your Apple Watch will be used more. You can set widgets. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 will launch with WatchOS 10. The update will be available for all other models later this year.
Conclusion
The main difference between the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Apple Watch Ultra is the new S9 processor. This makes the Ultra 2 work faster and it has the new thumb-index finger tap function. The Ultra 2 also has a brighter screen. In terms of design and sports functions, the 2 robust smartwatches are identical.
