Walmart has reduced the price of the Apple Watch Series 11 by $100, marking an all-time low for the wearable ahead of the official holiday shopping season.
The discount applies to several configurations, bringing the 42mm model to $299 and the 46mm version to $329. Users can also add emergency contacts for notification during such events, and the device can connect to emergency services.
The price cut targets the 42mm jet black model, as well as the 46mm variant in jet black, rose gold, and space gray. While the Series 11 is no longer the newest device in Apple’s lineup, it remains a high-performing option for those seeking a balance of size and health-tracking features, according to CNET.
“It struck the perfect balance of health features and physical size.”
Vanessa Hand Orellana, CNET reviewer
The device earned a CNET Lab Test award in early 2026 for its accuracy in tracking heart rate, distance, and steps. Prior to the release of the Series 12, the watch held the top spot on CNET’s list of best smartwatches.
Rugged alternatives see price cuts
While the Series 11 offers a mid-range discount, other models are also seeing large markdowns. The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is available for $699.99 at Amazon and Costco, according to Mashable. This represents a $99 discount from its standard $799 price and matches the lowest price recorded for the device since its September launch. Both retailers’ deals apply to models with a Natural titanium case.
It features improved optical and electrical sensors for more consistent heart rate readings, as well as a faster processor supporting a Readiness score and Siri Recap conversation summaries.
“an essential upgrade”
Stan Schroeder, Mashable reviewer
Some retailers are also seeing deep discounts on the Apple Watch Ultra 3, with some offering the device for $649, a $250 reduction from its original price. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is available at Woot for $569.99, a savings of over $229. These deals arrive well before the official Black Friday date of November 27, when retailers typically roll out their broadest range of holiday offers, Men’s Health noted.
Galaxy Watch Ultra2 competes with Apple Watch Ultra 4
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra2, which launched on July 22, is currently retailing for $699.99, putting it in direct competition with the discounted Apple Watch Ultra 4, according to Samsung. While Apple’s Ultra 4 features 5G connectivity and satellite-based emergency messaging, the Samsung alternative offers a 5,000-nit screen and a thinner titanium case.
Samsung said that because the two companies use different testing methodologies for battery life, consumers should view manufacturer specifications as a rough guide rather than a direct comparison.
Additional holiday watch savings
Beyond smartwatches, Amazon is discounting traditional timepieces. The Citizen Eco-Drive Weekender Brycen Chronograph is available for around $200, more than 50 percent off its original price, and the Bulova Classic Stainless Steel Watch is priced at roughly $171, down from $375. According to Josiah Soto, a commerce editor at Hearst Magazines, these early deals are ideal for those shopping for their first watch or getting a head start on holiday gifting.
Shopping for a new smartwatch
Apple tech deals during the holiday season are known for being short-lived. Regarding the Ultra 4, experts do not expect the price to drop further on or around Black Friday. It is currently priced at $300, which represents a $100 discount and the biggest discount seen since the device hit shelves in August.
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