In depth comparison and review of Apple Watch Edition Series 2 and Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular). Compare sizes, functions, displays, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right smartwatch for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the watch that will best fit your needs.
GENERAL | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Product Type | Smart watch | Smart watch |
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Operating System | WatchOS 3 | WatchOS 7 |
Supported Host Device OS | iOS 10 or later | iOS 14 or later |
Wearing Style | Watch style | Watch style |
Audio Input | Microphone | Microphone |
Audio Output | Speaker | Speaker |
Width | 34 mm | - |
Height | 39.2 mm | - |
Depth | 11.8 mm | - |
Weight | 39.6 g | - |
Body Details | - | Case only: 41.3 g |
Body Material | Ceramic | Titanium |
Protection | Waterproof | Water-resistant |
Clock Display | Yes | Yes |
FEATURES | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, heart rate | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, barometric altimeter, optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor, blood oxygen sensor |
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Tracking Data | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, heart rate, steps taken | Distance, time, calories burned, activity, sleep activity, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, ECG |
Goal Setting | Yes | Yes |
Features | Call handling, Retina Display technology | Music remote handling, ECG accurate heart rate, camera remote control, Retina Display technology, Fall detection, Emergency SOS, irregular beat alerts, Family Setup support |
Notifications | Calendar, SMS, Email | Calendar |
Vibrating Alert | Yes | Yes |
Feedback Type | - | Audio alert, vibration alert, visual interface |
Navigation (GPS) | - | GPS/GNSS receiver |
Payment Technology | - | Apple Pay |
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | - | Yes |
IoT Intelligent Assistant | - | Siri |
IoT Voice Controlled | - | Direct |
CELLULAR | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Technology | - | WCDMA (UMTS) |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | - | 4G |
SIM Card Type | - | Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) |
CONNECTIVITY | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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DISPLAY | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Type | OLED - colour | LTPO OLED - colour |
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Resolution | 272 x 340 pixels | 368 x 448 pixels |
Screen Protection | Sapphire glass | Sapphire glass |
Always On Display (AOD) | - | Yes |
INPUT DEVICE | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Type | Touch sensitive screen (Force Touch) | Touch sensitive screen |
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CASE | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Case Size | 38 mm | 44 mm |
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Case Shape | - | Rectangular |
Case Back | Ceramic back | Sapphire crystal and ceramic back |
Case Details | White ceramic | Space black titanium | Titanium |
Crown Type | Digital | Digital with haptic feedback |
BAND | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Band Type | Sport band | Leather link |
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Band Size | S/M/L | S/M |
Fits Wrist with Circumference | 130-200 mm | 140-180 mm |
Changeable | - | Yes |
Clasp Type | Pin-and-tuck | Magnetic closure |
Band Material | - | Roux Granada leather |
Band Colour | Cloud | Black | Baltic blue | Charcoal | Inverness green | Atlantic blue |
STORAGE | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Storage Capacity | - | 32 GB |
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CPU | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Manufacturer | Apple | Apple |
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CPU Type | S2 | S6 |
Features | - | W3 Apple wireless chip, U1 chip |
BATTERY | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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Battery Life | 18 hours | 18 hours |
Rechargeable Battery | - | Yes |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes |
MISCELLANEOUS | Apple Watch Edition Series 2 | Apple Watch Edition Series 6 (GPS + Cellular) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, Lightning to USB cable, magnetic charging cable, magnetic charging dock | Power adapter, magnetic charging cable, dark grey sport band M/L |
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Preloaded Software | Siri | Apple Pay, GymKit |
SAR Value | 0.056 W/kg (head), 0.049 W/kg (limb) | 0.97 W/kg (head), 0.3 W/kg (limb) |
Max Depth of Water Resistance | 50 m | 50 m |