Introduction
We knew they were coming, and now third-party Apple Watch bands are popping up just like cheap plastic cases after an iPhone launch.
If you're looking for something different (or perhaps, cheaper) than the 38 official Apple Watch bands, we've got you covered with ten of the best straps on the market.
Looking for stands and other accessories? Check out our favorites here.Baseus Apple Watch Milanese Loop Band
Best for: Evening wear
Apple's Milanese Loop is elegant and snazzy, it's also quite pricey. This one lacks the magnetic closure that's so great on the original, but it is half the price and still attractive. It also comes in golden stainless steel but we think this one looks better.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch Steel, 38mm
Price: £69.99 (around US$108.55, AU$149.03)
Olixar Genuine Leather Apple Watch Band
Best for: Everyday comfort
A leather band at a price that beats Apple's cheapest strap. It comes in a bunch of colours: blue, red, brown and black, of course. The buckle is simple and perhaps a little basic but it looks nice and does the job.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch Steel, 42mm
Price: £24.99 (around US$38.76, AU$53.21)
Hoco Apple Watch Stainless Steel Band
Best for: Affordable chic
Stainless steel bands need to fit perfectly for the Apple Watch – if it's loose the Watch will lock, and the heart rate monitor won't work. Thankfully this band comes with a link remover so you so it'll be a snug fit.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch Steel, 42mm
Price: Around £59.99 (US$79, around $AU108.46)
Olixar Soft Silicone Rubber Apple Watch Sport
Best for: Gaudy sportiness
So you've got an Apple Watch Sport and you fancy a different-coloured band? Maybe the apple-green shade Apple produces is too quiet and you'd prefer a neon-bright one. Or you want royal instead of baby blue. Olixar has these as well as pillar-box red, black and white. The clasp isn't as snazzy as on Apple's and you need watch adaptors (see accessories) to connect it.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch Sport, 42mm
Price: £17.99 (around US$27.90, AU$38.31)
Case-Mate Turnlock Apple Watch Strap with Charm
Best for: Party wear
Like Apple's sporty bands, this band is made of elastomer. And as such it works best on the Watch Sport. It's definitely a feminine band thanks to the intricate bangle design and the charm attached. Oh, and the fact that it's pink.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch Sport, 38mm
Price: £24.99 (US$35, around AU$53.21)
Jisoncase Vintage Genuine Leather Band
Best for: Work
Choose from red or brown leather with this neat strap that looks and feels pretty good. The red is particularly attractive, though the company logo on the buckle is perhaps a little too strident. A good fit – the same strap length as Apple's and complete with adaptors to fit the Watch
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch, 42mm
Price: £22.90 (around US$35.52, AU$48.76)
JETech 42mm Stainless Steel Band
Best for: Special occasions
Like Apple's gorgeous Milanese Loop band, this one has a magnetic closure so it feels classy. Of course, the build quality is no match for the original by which it was inspired, but it's a quarter of the price so makes a great extra strap.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch, 42mm
Price: £32.99 (US$29.99, around AU$70.24)
@ccessory Black Stainless Steel Mesh Milanese
Best for: Space Grey Apple Watch wearers
The Space Grey Apple Watch is strikingly attractive but it really only looks at its best with a black strap, like the stainless steel one it comes with. But this band works thanks to the black stainless steel connectors that match the Watch. There's no magnetic clasp here, but this is a spiffy alternative band for Space Grey aficionados.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch Space Grey, 38mm
Price: £15.99 (around US$24.80, AU$34.05)
Poetic Rugged Band
Best for: A full-on workout in the gym
Want to keep your Watch pristine even when you're working out? Then clad it in this ruggedised case and built-in strap. The raised front protects the display and the case guards against knocks. It's till not waterproof, please note.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch Sport, 42mm
Price: £8.95 (US$19.95, around AU$19.06)
Case-Mate Sheer Glam strap
Best for: Clubbing
See, this strap has enough bling to suit a gold watch, but it's probably best to keep it away from those pricey Watch Editions as the build quality doesn't quite match. But it's certainly a head-turner and the translucent elastomer is comfy.
TR's recommended Watch: Apple Watch Sport, 38mm
Price: £19.99 (US$35, around AU$42.56)
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