Apple Watch Series 8 - Size Comparison on Wrist! (41mm vs 45mm)
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The Apple Watch Series 8, like most Apple Watches, comes in two sizes, 41mm and 45mm, but which size should you get? Well today I have both sizes to show you what they look like on my size wrists, how the operating system looks on each, as well as talking about the pros and cons of each size - to help you decide which is right for you! Apple Watch Series 8 41mm: $399 £419. Apple Watch Series 8 45mm: $429 £449. Small difference in price, but big difference in look and feel. First let’s compare the two off wrist, then on wrist and then look at how messages and apps look on each and then I’ll share my final thoughts. Right away big difference in size. 45mm noticeably taller and wider. 45mm is slightly thicker, I estimate around 20%. Not insignificant, 41mm easier to slide under the cuff. Same size digital crown and side button. 41mm: 32g. 45mm: 39g. Let’s talk bout how each sizes wears on the wrist. I have 155mm or 6 inch wrists in terms of circumference, measuring around the wrist. For me the 45mm watch case is only a few mm less wide than my wrist. Whereas the 41mm has a good cm or so of room to spare. Because the 45mm Series 8 has a bigger watch case, the band, rubber sports band, sticks out more from the sides before folding down and over my wrist. 41mm sits more flush. At the same time, having my arm on a desk sideways, neither watch is likely to hit the table, which is good. Feel the difference in bulk. Combined larger width, height and thickness. When moving my wrist the 45mm is more noticeable. Where the 41mm is more unobtrusive. Also with longer sleeves, the 41mm is easier to tuck underneath or slide under the cuff if you wear a suit. At the end of the day, this does come down to personal preference. If your wrists are similar in size to mine, both work but I do think one looks best. For me that is the 41mm version. It is more proportionate. Looks more like an elegant timepiece than a computer or a gadget on my wrist. Ok so if the 41mm looks best, does the 45mm have any advantages? Well yes, larger display. With more pixels, it can show more text and menus at a given time buttons too are bigger and that makes it very comfortable to use. Scrolling through settings, menus are slightly bigger on 45mm but still very readable and usable on 41mm too
Now I want to compare a email, here you can see first both a clearly readable, the Apple Watch does a great job at formatting text to be legible. But 45mm text is a bit bigger and you see more of it. Shown even more in messages. Where the text is bigger on the 45mm and the message bubble is wider and thus shows more text per line and lines on screen at a time. The larger UI on the 45mm is also good if you have seeing difficulties. Important to remember that both the 41mm and 45mm versions have the exact same features and same performance, even battery life is the same. 41mm more comfortable to wear and looks more proportionate. 45mm more even more comfortable to interact with. My advice, if your wrist size is 155mm / 6” or below go for the 41mm and it your wrists are bigger the 45mm may be best.
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Which size do you prefer? 🤔
41mm🥰
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45mm
41 bc my wrists are so small!
Def 45 cause the larger display
I wanted a bigger screen super bad but I knew smaller would be better because my wrists are extremely small. Best decision I’ve ever made! I went from the 44 mm series 4 and this is so much more comfortable, looks way better, and adjusting to the smaller screen was not hard at all.
Same the 44 mm already felt big as is and now they went bigger :/ , i may go for the 41 mm 🤔
Agree fully. Also, the benefit is 3rd party band sellers will now accommodate your wrist size every single time you buy. When I had the bigger case, it was not as freeing to buy other bands when the one length they sell assumes the wrist is bigger and may not fit even on the highest setting..
Tried both case sizes and altho the 41mm with the S/M band is the right size, I opted for the 45mm watch. Love the bigger and brighter, full display so much better. Thanks for the insightful video!
160mm wrist -- i had the 44mm series 4 since mid-2019 and just traded for the 41mm series 8 and i much prefer the smaller size. i'm not looking at it directly often enough to justify wearing something so big all the time.
I think the 41 looks better on wrist, however, there are more bands to choose on the 45mm size(including the ultra’s new bands)
It’s a really hard choice.
Anyone after some extra opinions, I ended up picking up the 45mm and I absolutely love it. I was worried it would be too big, but I got it on a cell plan and it was only 0.50 extra per month for the 45mm so it's so much more bang for the buck. My wrist size is about 180mm so I'm a tad above average wrist size probably just by virtue of being 6ft1, but I'm very lean built, I don't have massive arms/wrists, and yeah I am absolutely 110% glad I took a risk and went for the bigger size rather than playing safe and opting for the smaller. Also I think it might actually display _more_ content, not just showing the same content but with more on-screen if that makes sense. Earlier today I received a message on fb messenger of a photo and when I raised my watch to see the notification, it actually showed me the photo I was sent, whereas on my previous 41mm Series 6 I'm certain that photos were never shown in the notification preview for messenger. I think iMessage always showed an image preview but I'm sure it's the first time I've seen that for messenger. Could just be a recent update but it was still really awesome seeing a preview of the photo right on my wrist, and even though it's small, it was big enough for me to not reach for my phone to properly look at it.
My verdict is if you want the extra screen size, and your wrist is ~170mm or more, the 45mm is absolutely a safe bet. I don't find it to be clunky, I don't think it looks shocking because of the size, it doesn't get in the way of things like getting dressed or whatever, last night was the first time I slept with it and it didn't feel any different to my previous 41mm, basically other than the fact the screen is bigger, it may as well be 41mm for the amount of difference it makes. Could be just because I'm tall/big and have above average wrist size, but if my wrist/size are similar to yours, 45mm is absolutely win!
Hi Korasi, thanks for sharing your personal experience. Very helpful indeed
Thanks. think it mad my decision
For your big wrist there would be no question on size.
Imagine that 200mm is the maximum wrist apple has for apple watch 8.
My favourite Apple Watch feature has to be finding my phone with it when I’ve left it somewhere around the house. 😂
:), this sounds familiar
Not funny at all
@@231suniljaaniii4 what
Same!
great video....after watching this i am leaning to the series 8..i am a first time Apple watch buyer.. 58 years old and not that tech savy ( thank god for utube lol )...thx again for your video....cheers from Canada
I have a 7.25 inch wrist and normally wear 43-46mm watches. The 45mm Apple watch looked great however I wear dress shirts and generally long sleeves where I live and the 41mm is more liveable day-to-day. If I lived somewhere in a warm climate where I didn't wear long sleeve shirts, I would absolutely opt for the 45mm.
I could wear either but opted for the smaller. It just feels more comfortable and easily slips under my cuff out of sight 😊
Is it easy to use when you compared to the bigger screen one? I have 160mm wrist. I was about to buy 45mm but thought that it wasnt look good on my wrist so I couldnt decide and didnt buy either sadly.
Your statement about the thickness between the two sizes is incorrect, both are the same and measure 10.70mm.
I have 170mm (6.7”) wrist, so I’m still not sure. I ordered a 45mm because of larger display area, but prepared to send it back if it looks goofy big on me.
I’m in the same boat. I want the 45 for my bad eyes but the 41 for the speaker look. Decisions!!
My wrist is 165mm. I really went back and forth trying them on, but I ultimately went with the 45 mm. My wife, whose wrist is smaller went with the 41. We are both happy with our choices. For me, in the end, I liked the bigger screen and it seemed no bigger than my 42mm series 0. Very happy. For reference, my “dress watch” is a 1929 Hamilton Coronado which is much smaller. Still, my new Apple Watch is my daily driver - work, casual, play. It’s a perfect size, fwiw.
Hi John, thanks for the feedback. Glad the two of you are enjoying the series 8
Mine's just over 170mm. 45mm aye?
Didn't know they made Apple watches for toddlers ;)
@@Daniel-ld7xswhat size did you get?
41 mm is the best choice for me, no need bigger screen if you have a iPhone to read a messages for ex. thanks a lot for your comparison.
Both look good. You could use the 45 for workouts and running but the 41 will look best with a suit.
That’s why I went with 41! I can use it for formal occasions with the right band. I love mine! Most men’s Rolex’s are 41mm on average!
I didn't really notice my wrist size until I saw 49mm Watch Ultra of my friend and it looked like a big, bulky screen on my small wrist. I went for the 41mm Series 7(since Series 8 has the same chip as 7) and I absolutely love it. Btw I checked my wrist for the first time and it was 156mm, so ur review was so useful to me
Very nice!
My favorite feature is always the same feature on every Apple Watch. The fact that I can call and talk on it!
The one feature i use daily and i love is the Always on Display.. So glad i didnt go with the SE and choose Series 7 instead.
That's great for me to hear! I"m about to upgrade to an 8 from an old series 3. Really looking forward to the always on feature.
Thanks for trying the watch, I don't have a thin wrist, and I wanted to know if it would look good on me
the feature i like is the music control feature you don't need to bring out your phone to control your music.
I love the feature of always on display, and also easy to chnge the bands to fit in any classy occasion
Hi dion finally after thinking carefully after 1 week of analyzing which one Im gonna purchased after watching your video i made my decision hehe I go to 41mm thanks a lot❤❤God bless your a big help 😊
My favourite feature is always on display
Lordelagarza
My favorite iwatch feature is that the screen is always on, & I love that it notifies me of messages that I can look at quickly if needed because I cannot always look at my phone during work (hygienist).
I wish Apple had 43mm watch, that would've been perfect
Love the 41mm more appropriate sizing on wrist
41mm probably is for me because I have small wrists. But i just really like the bigger display it stands out especially the bigger texts and overall display Is much more readable and elegant to look at.
The 45mm looks better for people who have big wrist, but still it’s up to your preference which one you like. Awesome watches! 👍🏼😎
Hi Dion! Thanks for considering me as one of the shortlisted winners. 😎👍🏼
I think I’d honestly go for the smaller 41mm option
It’s too small. And I have a small wrist
I guess it is down to preference I would always recommend going into a shop and trying them on first which is what I would do if I was in a position to buy one
Thanks for all the detail. I have a slightly smaller wrist than you do, so think I'll go with the 41mm.
the watch faces for sure
My wrist is 160 mm so I'm unsure what size to choose. I like the bigger screen on the 45, but it looks a bit clunky on my wrist. But the 41 watch is awkward to maneuver by hand. I've gone back/forth and still can't decide...ETA, this video gave the exact info I needed, so thanks!
What did you end up going for?
@@shayjohnson9337 45 Stainless Steel
I am going with the 41. I am looking forward to the texting option. This is my first Apple Watch, have always had a smart fitness tracker but couldn’t text back and forth through it. Thanks for the video, it helped in making my decision on the best size for me.
my pleasure, enjoy the watch
did you end up liking it? 😀
@@ryangoodman6804she did!
I like the 41mm and also the leather band feature. 👍
I have 70-year-old eyes and 7-inch wrists. However, I opted for the 41mm version . It looks fine and, it is unobtrusive during my daily activity.
Enjoy!
I am trying to decide which size to purchase for my husband for his retirement ! This video was SO helpful ! Thank you !
My favorite Apple Watch 8 feature is the new crash detection!
I have small wrist which one should I get ?
@Damhill📀 😂
Up until 200mm wrist it should be the smalles
I love the fitness monitoring on the Apple Watch. Being someone who sits at a computer most of the day, I love that it let's me know I need to get up and move around and tracks my steps for the day. I need something to remind me to be active or I'll just work through the day and never get up.
:)
My favorite feature on the Apple 8 series watch is the size of the text & the accessibility to the phone if I don’t have my phone with me
I like ecg and all health features of apple watch
My favourite apple watch feature are safety features and sleep cycle features.
Hope for lucky to me.
The heart monitoring features are my favorite feature(s)
Thanks for the video. I like the bigger and brighter, full display of the 45mm watch better than the smaller one.
My pleasure. Enjoy your 45 mm!
Ability the record audio on the watch.
I tried both as daily driver. 157mm wrist here but I’m going back to 45mm because the watchfaces look cooler in the larger display
My wrist size is 160mm almost the same as yours. I went to a tech market here and tried 44m watch se of the salesman there because there were alarms on the watches 🤦🏻♂️
I thıught that it was a bit wider than surface of the wrist. Long story short: I couldnt decide and left without buying. Any idea or suggestion?
@@maymunistahi so I changed my mind for the third time and settled with the 41mm. It looks more pleasing on your wrist and it doesn't feel like an iPad sticking out when you wear long sleeves. I'm really happy with the 41mm.
Purchasing a gold stainless steel series 8 41 thanks to this video. Subbed!
Enjoy the watch and thanks for the sub of course!
Hi,the 45mm is the best size for me as I have big wrists.
The best watch feature for me is the always on display 💪🏻
45mm and I love the brighter screen compared to my series 6
Unfortunately, I made a mistake 3 years ago when I bought the 44mm Apple Watch Series 4 - it‘s way too big for my wrist. Unfortunately, switching to the smaller model isn’t that easy since I’ve bought numerous bands that would all become useless given I’d switch to the smaller model 😕
What size is your wrist
wrist size?
Not only did this video help me choose which option to get, it also opened my eyes to how fat my wrist is 😂
My fav feature is the keyboard 🎉
I didn’t even think about sizing when I bought the Apple Watch and just went for the 41.
Never had one so the watch itself
Nice comparaison, i have the series 8 45mm red product and i love how the screen are big ! Just love this Apple watch because is match with my iPhone 14 pro
I think 41 mm is best for someone with wrist size under 17 cm. The good thing for 41 mm is, it’s fit for long or short sleeve t-/shirts for most wrist size… 45 mm should be better for bigger wrist above 17 cm….even long sleeve would not always be best to wear with the 45 mm…
@enelraguri 41mm fits my skinny wrist. 🙂The Apple watch bands are interchangeable so that's my favourite feature. You can never go wrong. 😊
Always on display is the best feature 🙌
Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!!!!!!
I would get the 41mm because I have small wrist. But like the display in the 45mm
I have small wrists and went with the 45mm and I think it looks good. I had a 42mm before and didn’t want to go down in size.
This dark blue looks like fire on your wrist, especially with your skin tone.!🔥🔥
My fav apple watch feature is definitely the ability to unlock my macbook with just the watch.
mine too hehehe..
I will go for the 41
I bought the 45m yesterday and it's coming tomorrow am upgrading from the series 4 44m
Great. Enjoy!
@@DionMedia thx
Thank you so much brother. I was thinking about 45mm. But now I’m sure I’m going to take the 41mm
Glad I could help
My wrist is 167cm. I like the way the 45mm looks, but I'm afraid it might look too bulky. What size would you recommend for me?
My favorite Apple Watch feature has to do with the health benefits. Specifically it is the heart monitoring and fall detection.
I appreciate how you mention small details like hitting the watch to the table, size of the buttons and slipping the bigger watch in your sleeve. Thats the kind of stuff im looking for in these vids! My favorite new feature must be crash detection. Even though its in early stage and probably requires some development, I think it has great potential.
@Benniekaya
Thanks for your feedback!
Aan je naam te raden ben je Nederlands. Bij deze, duidelijke video en heeft mij geholpen in mijn keuze, dank u.
I like ECG features in apple watch
crash detected is the most useful features
My favorite watch feature is the heart rate monitor. It’s very motivating and useful to my workouts. Second favorite is the pairing with my iphone so I can keep my phone on silent.
I had the SE1 that I bought in 2021 and it had 44 mm. I recently upgraded to the Series 8 because it was on sale in my town and I was pleasantly surprised that that one is 45 mm. I can’t use a smaller screen, and the battery life is so much better.
The new band was the solid one, so I took the Nike bands with holes all over it and put them on the new watch, because my skin doesn’t keep sweat caught underneath and the Nike band lets my skin breathe… if you can understand what I mean.
Thanks for sharing your experience
I'm going to order an Apple Watch 8 in a few days. I've been going back and forth between the 41mm M/L and the 45mm S/M. My wrist size is 177mm. I'm thinking about getting the 45mm S/M. I have big fingers, so I think the 45mm screen would work better for me.
My fave apple watch feature has got to be the fitness features! I think that is where the apple watch really shines.
The 45mm looked like one of those old wrist calculators that used to be trendy when I was a kid. Too bulky for me. The 41mm fits perfectly on my wrist which is not exactly small yet I’m using the last hole on the S/M band.
what size is your wrist
Wrist size?
My favorite Apple iWatch feature is the health app. It controls my life by challenging me every month.
Yes, that is an important added value
Favorate Apple Watch feature: always on display, nice video
Thanks!
Dit heeft mij geholpen de juiste formaat te kiezen bedankt Schuddeboom! 👍
Hi Soeerabajah, graag gedaan. welk deel van Nederland?
@@DionMedia Het mooie Oosten!Twente!Jij dan?
I had a Series 4 44mm that the glass has broken on, so I’ve been using my old 42mm Series 1 but am going to buy a Series 8 next week and am split which to get having experienced both bigger and smaller sizes.
I got the 45mm for $329 2weeks ago at Best Buy . Got as an open box. The product Red was locked and was not charged. Surprise to sale guy , and it was sealed but it was the silver one. Ordered a screen protector from Amazon and a magnetic band. Best Buy had bumper case only and sport band. I had the series 6 40mm. Prefer 45mm. Great comparison.
Thanks for sharing, Good price!
I think my favourite feature is the ability to change faces and also the health monitoring! Thanks for this really helpful in making a choice!
In the tech specs all the Series 8 watches are the same thickness
Thank you for sharing this. Regarding my favorite feature, the Crash Detection is by far my favorite new thing on these new watches.
I like the 41mm just because I have small wrists. For me, it is more proportional
I gotten the 41 it's fits perfect size for my wrist I have a small wrist lol
I had the series 6 44 mm, and went to the series 7 41 mm, and i love the 41mm size. Much better
I think I’m going to opt with the 45 even though my wrist is small. My eyesight is bad and I’ll think I’ll benefit better with the larger screen which is also the reason I purchased the 14pro max
Hi Virgo, enjoy the watch! And the 14promax
I love the ease of changing bands!
Yes, that is an easy and pleasant extra!
Coming from a Galaxy Fit, I love the Always On Feature of the Apple Watch.
Such a helpful review, thank you! I'm thinking of finally taking the plunge and getting one! Newbie question : how far away can you be from your phone on the GPS version to continue receiving texts and calls? Can you be like 3 rooms away or upstairs/downstairs easily? Thanks in advance
Hi Fia, although I do not have specific numbers, from own experience a few rooms or one floor away is no problem. I have not tried more (when I buy a bigger house :) )
@@DionMedia thank you :)
when I watch your videos and content, I learn so much and that's what gives me inspiration to want to also start a tech UA-cam channel but as usual one needs to have money to be able to run a successful channel like yours.
My favorite apple feature is the always on display
Impeccable in one word the way u articulate..Watch 8 biggest fav feature is crash alert.Indeed it will be a blessing to Mankind 🎉❤
As much as I find your technology interesting , I challenge you to get into mechanical things, such as watches, or even quartz items. There is so much more to discover in the mechanical world! All the best and thank you for this video. ~Wendi 🌻
Hi Wendi, thank you for your comment! I have a deep appreciation for craftsmanship. As a side hobby I have recently been exploring the mechanical watch world, have my eye on the Omega Seamaster. The amount of components so meticulously put together, in a watch that is built to last and with good care can last a lifetime is incredible. It is unfortunate that this is something we do not find in the world of tech. I hope that in the future, tech products are built more to last and less to replace. This is why for me, longevity is a key area I look at when reviewing products. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. Wish you a great day!
Dion
@@DionMedia Dion, thank you very much for what you said. I think we all have a particular path to walk, and am glad you have this channel to express yourself and grow in it. I've long since walked mine, so now I repair broken things like old clocks, toy mice and old teddy bears. I'm dealing with cancer, but my life revolves around friends and family, taking each day as it comes. God Bless you, and thank you. Wendi 🌻
I bought 45mm, i use it for running everyday.
Thanks this video really helped choose the correct size for me (45mm).
Really helped me decide which size to buy! Thank you 🙂
When I upgraded from the 6 I went 45mm. But I have since lost weight and now it just looks and feels gaudy. I’m waiting for the 41 to arrive.
When it comes enjoy it. And congrats on your weight loss!
I think my faviorite feature would be Maps while driving.. especially when i am driving downtown, love the "taptic" vibration on turns.. That prevents from taking my sight away from the road.