Apple · Smartwatch
Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen)
The original 49mm Ultra. Same body as Ultra 2, dimmer screen, no Double Tap.
$799Apple →
Battery2 days
Water10 ATM
Weight61.3g
Sensors11
OSWatchos
The Ultra (2022) introduced Apple’s titanium case, Action Button, and 36-hour battery — the Ultra 2 inherited all of it with a brighter 3000-nit display and the S9 chip. If you find a deal on the first-gen at refurb pricing, the daily experience is nearly identical.
Strengths
- Same 49mm titanium case as Ultra 2
- Action Button still solves real problems
- 10ATM rating
Tradeoffs
- 2000-nit display, two-thirds the brightness of Ultra 2
- No Double Tap gesture (needs S9 chip)
- Discontinued — refurb or used only
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Common questions
- How much does the Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) cost?
- The Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) has a list price of $799.
- Does the Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) require a subscription?
- No. Apple sells an optional premium tier at a monthly fee for deeper analysis, but the Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) tracks and syncs without it.
- How long does the Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) battery last?
- About 2 days of typical use per charge. Heavy GPS use, an always-on display, and continuous sensing all pull that number down.
- Is the Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) waterproof?
- The Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) is rated 10 ATM (100m), which covers showering, swimming, and surface water sports. It is not a dive rating.
- Does the Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) work with iPhone and Android?
- It pairs with iPhone only — there is no Android app.
- Is the Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) still worth buying?
- The Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen) came out in 2022 and Apple has discontinued it, so new stock is limited and prices vary. Check it against the current smartwatch lineup before buying.