Apple
Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mm
A solid mid-range pick in the smartwatches line-up, with 24 hours up front.
62/100
24 hourswatchOSiPhoneGlass (2x more scratch resistant than Series 10)AluminiumIP6X
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Why we rate it
- Always-on display
- Touchscreen
- Fast charging
- No cellular (lte/5g)
- Below-average battery life
Score profile
Scored against the smartwatches classWhere the Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mm wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Always-on displayYes
TouchscreenYes
Cover glassGlass (2x more scratch resistant than Series 10)
Battery
Battery life24 hours
Fast chargingYes
Health
Heart rateYes
ECGYes
Blood oxygen (SpO2)Yes
Blood pressureYes
Sleep trackingYes
Sleep stagesYes
Body / skin temperatureYes
Fall detectionYes
Crash detectionYes
Fitness
Built-in GPSYes
Design
Weight5 g
Case diameter42 mm
Case materialAluminium
Water resistance50
IP ratingIP6X
SpeakerYes
MicrophoneYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth5.3
Wi-FiYes
Platform
OSwatchOS
Compatible withiPhone
Voice assistantSiri
More specs
LteYes
Size42 mm
Skin temperatureYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowApple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mm vs Apple Apple Watch Series 11
Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mmApple Watch Series 11
| AppleApple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mmThis page | AppleApple Watch Series 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 62 /100 | 62 /100 |
| Battery hours | 24 hours | 24 hours |
| Ecg | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mm right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable smartwatche for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need cellular (lte/5g), in which case a higher-tier smartwatche is the better call.
Serious trainer
Logs every session and wants accurate metrics.
good
Everyday wearer
Notifications, steps and sleep, all day comfort.
good
First-timer
New to wearables and weighing the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mm worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 62/100 against other smartwatches, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 58.
What stands out on the Apple Watch Series 11 GPS 42mm?
Its always-on display stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar?
The Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar scores 63/100 versus this one at 62/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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