Apple Watch Series 2 vs Apple Watch Series 3: What is the difference?

Provides activity reports

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Apple Watch Series 2

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Apple Watch Series 3

Your activity data is analysed to give you reports, available to view through the app or website. This allows you to see how active you have been and to help you make improvements.

Has inactivity alerts

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Apple Watch Series 2

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Apple Watch Series 3

The device detects when you have been idle for too long, and alerts you to encourage you to stay active.

Counts how many calories you’ve burned

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Apple Watch Series 2

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Apple Watch Series 3

This is useful if you are on a strict training diet or if you are trying to lose weight. It can also help to boost your motivation.

Has goal setting

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Apple Watch Series 2

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Apple Watch Series 3

Allows you to set your own goals, such as reaching 15,000 steps in a single day.

Has achievements

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Apple Watch Series 2

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Apple Watch Series 3

You are awarded achievements for reaching goals, helping to encourage you and keep you motivated.

Free app

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Apple Watch Series 2 ( Apple Health

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Apple Watch Series 3 ( Apple Health

You can download the app for free, from platforms such as Google Play or the App Store.

Has exercise diary

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Apple Watch Series 2 ( Apple Health

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Apple Watch Series 3 ( Apple Health

It has an exercise diary, allowing you to easily keep track of your previous workouts.

Ad-free

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Apple Watch Series 2 ( Apple Health

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Apple Watch Series 3 ( Apple Health

Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.

Has coaching

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Apple Watch Series 2

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Apple Watch Series 3

The app can determine the best way for you to progress in your exercise, and offers coaching advice.