At a glanceExpert’s Rating
ProsBeautiful timeless designSuperb battery lifeConsDesign has barely changed in yearsDisruptive interface changes in watchOS 10Our VerdictThe Apple Watch Series 9 is just like the Series 8 but improves on it in a few small ways: the processor is faster, battery life is considerably better, the screen is brighter, and you get the new double tap feature. Almost by default, the Series 9 wins the title of the best general-purpose smartwatch Apple has ever made. Price