‘The best Apple Watch that’s ever been made’ says one expert
Oliver Astley Content editor and Christopher Harper
18:17, 29 Jul 2025
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An Apple Watch Series 5(Image: REUTERS)
People are able to get their hands on areferbished Apple Watch for less than £100 in a new deal. The Apple Watch Series 5, although an older model in the company’s range, remains a reliable and dependable fitness smartwatch.
And now it’s even more affordable on Wowcher, as part of a deal on refurbished models. Tech enthusiasts are rushing to take advantage of the deal, which has seen the price of a previously costly device fall to £99. You can shop for it here.
Launched in 2019, the Series 5 boasts a Retina time display that displays messages and calls. It also comes equipped with SOS, crash detection and a compass.
Included with the watch is a charger, and for those who enjoy swimming, it’s water-resistant up to 50 metres so is ideal for activities such as paddleboarding or canoeing.
However, it’s worth noting that as a 2019 model, it may begin to show signs of age. While the watch does feature the older S5 chip and, despite its durability, shoppers might not have access to all the apps and features available on newer Apple Watches, reports the Mirror.
Nonetheless, this Apple Watch will serve perfectly well for those looking to monitor their fitness and stay updated with their phone notifications.
Android and Apple smartwatch alternatives
For those seeking alternatives, there are some fantastic deals available. Android users can snag the excellent Galaxy Watch Ultra for £399 on Argos, courtesy of a new deal that the store says is its lowest price ever.
It’s Samsung’s top-of-the-range watch, and one of the most competitively priced on the market. For Apple devotees, BackMarket is offering the Apple Watch Ultra for £400, down from £849, and it even includes a 12-month warranty.
Series 5 Apple Watch expert verdict
An Apple Watch Series 5 is seen on display in the demonstration area during a launch event at their headquarters in Cupertino, California(Image: REUTERS)
Technology editor Dave Snelling said: “There’s no question the Series 5 is the best Apple Watch that’s ever been made. The new always-on display makes this feel like the device we’ve always desired, and the in-built compass is a nice added extra.
“Like its predecessors, it packs a swathe of fitness and health tracking features, plus there’s an option to have a fully connected cellular model, which means you can leave your phone at home without fear of missing a message or call. This is the most complete wearable on the market and Apple’s rivals have a huge amount of catching up to do.”
Nevertheless, he encountered some issues – particularly regarding battery performance.
He said: “However, for all of its greatness, we do have some niggles with the Series 5. Not least the battery life and the fact that it doesn’t look any different from the Series 4.”