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Refurbished Apple Watch SE (2nd generation)
Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) delivers the essentials at a lower price: activity tracking, heart-rate alerts, fall and crash detection, Apple Pay, and the S8 chip. Its main compromises are easy to understand: no always-on display, ECG, or blood oxygen app. It remains compatible with watchOS 27, making it a more practical budget buy than older Series models.
11 current offers40 / 44mmGPS + Cellular · GPS
Latest watchOS: Not listed as compatible with watchOS 27 on 2026-10-29
KYM verdict
Is Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) worth buying refurbished?
SE 2 is the sensible budget choice if you want the basics and can live without an always-on screen and advanced health sensors. It is not the pick for buyers who want Apple's newest software or the broadest health toolkit. Compare its price with Series 9 and SE 3 before buying, and make battery and return terms part of the decision.
Best forBuy it if you want a simple Apple Watch for notifications, fitness, safety features, and everyday use at a lower refurbished price.
Biggest benefitIt keeps the core Apple Watch experience and useful safety features while avoiding flagship pricing.
What to considerSkip it if you want an always-on display, ECG, blood oxygen measurements, or the latest watchOS release.
At a glance
What you get
What works
- Lower-cost route into Apple Watch
- S8 chip
- Crash and Fall Detection
- Small and light case options
- Useful everyday fitness and notification tools
What to consider
- No always-on display
- No ECG or blood oxygen app
- Not listed for watchOS 27 compatibility
Specs and features
Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) specifications
| Chip | S8 SiP |
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| Display | Retina LTPO OLED, up to 1,000 nits; not always-on |
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| Introduced | 2022 |
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| Storage GB | 32 |
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| Not Included | Always-On display, ECG app, Blood Oxygen app, Temperature sensor |
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| Water Rating | 50 metres under ISO 22810:2010; shallow-water swimming only |
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| Case Sizes Mm | 40, 44 |
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| Health Features | Heart-rate notifications, Sleep stages, Fall Detection, Crash Detection |
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| Apple Rated Battery | Up to 18 hours |
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Critic reviews
What reviewers say
We use outside reviews as supporting context, then compare that with current refurbished pricing, software support, and long-term value.
Tom's Guide praised the lower price, S8 chip, and Low Power Mode, while identifying the thick bezels and lack of an always-on display as the main compromises. The review also notes that the SE omits ECG, blood oxygen, and temperature sensors found on higher-tier models.
Read Tom's Guide review →Third-party review references are attributed to their original publishers. KYM summaries are added to help explain whether that review still matters at today’s refurbished price.
Current availability
Refurbished Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) offers
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 44 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black44mm · GPS + Cellular · Refurbished
$123.00
Was $329.99Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 44 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black44mm · GPS · Refurbished
$125.99
Was $499.99Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 40 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White40mm · GPS + Cellular · Refurbished
$129.95
Was $250.00Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 40 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black40mm · GPS + Cellular · Refurbished
$129.99
Was $329.99Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 40 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight40mm · GPS · Refurbished
$145.00
Was $249.00Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 44 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White44mm · GPS · Refurbished
$150.00
Was $329.00Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 40 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight40mm · GPS + Cellular · Refurbished
$150.00
Was $399.00Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 40 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black40mm · GPS · Refurbished
$155.00
Was $329.99Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 44 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band Blue44mm · GPS + Cellular · Refurbished
$184.41
Was $299.00Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 44 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight44mm · GPS · Refurbished
$195.75
Was $999.99Check availability →
Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 40 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White40mm · GPS · Refurbished
$215.00
Was $250.00Check availability →KYM may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Battery disclosure, included accessories, warranty, returns, and water-resistance testing vary by listing; check the retailer's terms before ordering.
Buying advice
What to check before you buy
- Check the exact case size and whether the model is GPS or GPS + Cellular.
- Do not assume a used watch battery will deliver Apple's original rated runtime; use the seller's battery disclosure and return policy.
- Check included band and charger, and confirm Activation Lock has been removed before setup.
FAQs
Apple Watch SE (2nd generation) FAQs
Does Apple Watch SE 2 have an always-on display?
No. The display wakes when you raise your wrist or tap it. If you want the time visible without raising your wrist, choose a Series model instead.
Does Apple Watch SE 2 have ECG?
No. The SE 2 does not include the electrical heart sensor required for the ECG app. It does support heart-rate monitoring and high- and low-heart-rate notifications.
