Apple Watch Ultra 3 Now Available with Trade-In Deals
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 officially launched today, October 30, 2025, offering a larger display and enhanced features, with consumers able to take advantage of trade-in offers to offset the device’s premium price.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is priced at $799, with a $100 surcharge for the titanium Milanese loop band. Apple is currently offering trade-in credit ranging from $30 to $335 for eligible older devices, and customers using the Apple Card will receive 3% cash back on their purchase. Best Buy is also participating, providing up to $250 in trade-in credit and installment payment options. Amazon briefly listed the watch at a discounted $779, but it has since returned to the standard retail price.
For those considering an upgrade, experts suggest that individuals with older Apple Watch models will likely see the most significant improvements with the Ultra 3. However, consumers with relatively recent smartwatches may want to await more comprehensive reviews comparing the new model to their existing devices, or consider the flagship Apple Watch Series 11. More information on Apple’s product line can be found on Apple’s official website. The launch of a new smartwatch often influences the broader wearable technology market, impacting competitors like Samsung and Google.
Apple has not yet released detailed specifications or a full review of the Ultra 3, but will be providing more information in the coming weeks. Customers are encouraged to check retailer websites for the most up-to-date deals and trade-in values.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is a great option if you’re due for an upgrade. In fact, it’s one of the best smartwatches around. Take a look at our list for the best smartwatches for 2025. It’s our pick for the best do-it-all watch for iPhone. Compared to it’s predecessor, it has a larger LPTO3 OLED screen, and plenty of other amazing features. Though it’s pricey, this is truly an amazing smartwatch.
Apple accessories are known to be pricey, and that holds true for the top-of-the-line Ultra 3. That’s why CNET’s team of shopping experts is continually searching for any deals and trade-in offers to help you save some cash on your upgrade. We’ll continue updating this page with new deals, so keep checking back. Â
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Apple Watch Ultra 3 Deals
Apple Watch Ultra 3 is up for grabs. Here’s how you can score it for less. We will keep adding offers as more retailers and carriers roll them out.
You can order the new Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Apple. Plus, if you have an older device to trade in, you can get between $30 and $335 in trade-in credit. You’ll also get 3% cash back when you purchase with an Apple Card.*
Amazon has put the watch back up to $799, which means the previous $20 discount is gone. There doesn’t appear to be any trade-in option yet, but we’ll keep you posted. Just be careful to check the seller to make sure you’re purchasing from Amazon and not an unverified third party when the time comes.
You can order the new Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Best Buy now. If you have an older device to trade in, you can get up to $250 of trade-in credit. To figure out what your watch is worth, check Best Buy’s website. You can also split the cost of the new watch into monthly instalments, pending approval.
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How much does the Apple Watch Ultra 3 cost?
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 costs $799 (£799, AU$1,399), and is officially available to order starting today. It’s an extra $100 if you want to upgrade the band to the stylish titanium Milanese loop.
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Should I upgrade to the Apple Watch Ultra 3?
Our CNET experts will test this smartwatch and bring you a thorough, in-depth review and recommendations, but in the meantime, you can read our expert Jeff Clarson’s breakdown of the upgrades. General advice for those curious holds true — if you have an older Apple Watch from several generations ago, upgrading could offer significant improvements. If you have a relatively newer smartwatch, you may prefer to wait for a more in-depth analysis that compares the watch you have to the latest installment of the Apple Watch Ultra. Additionally, you may opt to buy the Apple Watch Series 11 flagship instead, if you don’t need all the features included in the new Apple Watch Ultra 3.
If you’re looking to shop for previous Apple Watch models, our roundup of the best Apple Watch deals includes sales on the Apple Watch Series 10, Series 9 and SE, as well as the Apple Watch Ultra 2. Â
Switching to an Android smartwatch? We’ve found plenty of Samsung Galaxy Watch and Google Pixel Watch deals available, too.  Â
*All information about the Apple Card has been collected independently by CNET and has not been reviewed by the issuer.
