Apple Watches don’t go on sale very often – here’s what you need to get in the Amazon Big Spring Sale

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is here, which means now is a great time to find a deal on your next Apple Watch. The sale event runs from March 25 to March 31, with up to 38 percent off popular tech gadgets (and more).

As a technology reporter for NBC Select, I review smartwatches, wireless earbuds, fitness trackers and other wearable technology year-round, including Apple products. I also track Apple deals and look for the lowest prices available for our readers. Below are the best Apple Watch deals you can find right now. And while you don’t have to be a Premium Member to purchase these items, there are always benefits to membership, including fast, free shipping.

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The best Apple Watch apps right now

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 retails for $799, so seeing it at $499 is a big deal (no pun intended). It’s a great Apple Watch, with one of the biggest, brightest screens, longest battery life and made of the most durable materials. The brand launched the Apple Watch Ultra 3 last September, so the Ultra 2’s features are limited.

Anyone looking for a great health and fitness tracker from Apple should go for the Apple Watch Series 11. It’s very easy to use, and has an improved 24 hours of battery life (up from 18 hours on the Series 10). It comes in 42 and 46 mm sizes, three colors and has a wide selection of watch bands.

This may be the last time you get a deal on the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen), at a lower price (or at all). The Apple Watch SE 3 has been out for more than six months, and the brand is turning to that model for more. However, this SE (2nd Gen) is a great first smartwatch for any Apple user looking for optimal health, sleep and fitness tracking.

This is a premium version of last year’s Apple Watch, with cellular connectivity, a titanium and steel case, a Milanese-like jeweled watch band, all at a lower price. It’s a great find if you want your Apple Watch to look sportier and more fashionable.

The Apple Watch SE 3 isn’t as big of a discount, but it’s still a steal in my mind when you consider the features you get – it’s as functional as the Series 11 at a fraction of the price. Compared to the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen), it has an always-on display, better battery life, faster charging, a built-in speaker and overall faster performance.

Best Apple Watch charging accessories

You can charge your phone, earbuds and Apple Watch all at once with this powerful wireless charging station. Its unique cube shape with slots and folding panels makes it great for travel, as it can be collapsed into a small cube shape when not in use.

Although not as small as the Anker UFO, this 3-in-1 charging station from Belkin folds flat, making it easy to carry around. Also, the charging part of the phone is foldable, so you can use it as your night watch wherever you are.

This is one of the smaller charging stations I’ve used, but despite its size, it can easily charge my Apple Watch, iPhone and AirPods at the same time. It folds up about the size of a small tape measure, and comes with a wall brick and charging cable in the box.

If you’re trying to pack light, this Apple Watch (and AirPods) charger plugs directly into your laptop, tablet, phone or wall brick, no need for a long cable. Your watch is powered and stays on while charging.

The best Amazon Apple Watch deals

Here are the best Amazon Spring Apple Watch deals you can find. Remember, not everything from a brand will be discounted at the same rate.

1. Apple: Up to 38% off Apple Watches
2. Apple: Up to 34% off Apple Watch accessories
3. Best Price: Up to 31% off Apple Watch and more
4. Walmart: Up to 25% off Apple Watch and more
5. Target: Up to 25% off Apple Watch and other Apple products
6. Anker: Up to 35% off charging accessories
7. Twelve South: Up to 52% off select Apple Watch chargers and accessories
8. Popsockets: Up to 50% off phone cases and grips
9. Nimble: Up to 30% off charging accessories
10. Belkin: Up to 20% off charging accessories
11. Nomad: Up to 49% off Apple watch accessories
12. Zagg: Up to 50% off Apple Watch screens and accessories

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He’s an NBC Select reporter who covers technology and exercise, including stories about fitness trackers, ear-defying headphones, point-and-shoot cameras and more. I have covered Apple and its competitors for years as part of my phone, clothing and headphones. For this story, I checked Apple Watch prices and pricing history across Amazon and other retailers to find the best deals.

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