The Apple Watch Series 6 is over a year old now, but it’s still one of the best smartwatches you can buy. A combination of premium hardware and excellent software make for a winning combination, especially with the new watchOS 8.
It might have been replaced as Apple’s flagship wearable by the Series 7, but there are only a handful of differences between the two. Unless you value a slightly more durable build or a curved-edge display, the Series 6 will probably still provide everything you’re looking for.
It’s also where you’ll see most of the big discounts, especially with many Black Friday sales still available and Cyber Monday deals in full swing. Here’s everything you need to know.
Best Apple Watch Series 6 Cyber Monday
Apple is no longer selling the Watch Series 6 on its website, but it’s still available via the following third-party retailers in the UK. There are some useful discounts, too:
- Amazon – from £319 (40mm), £309 (44mm)
- Currys PC World – from £309 (44mm), 40mm models out of stock
- John Lewis – from £319 (40mm), £309 (44mm)
- Argos – from £319 (40mm), £349 (44mm)
On contract, here’s where you can pick one up in the UK:
- O2 – 40mm (£19.50pm with no upfront cost for unlimited data), 44mm (£20pm with no upfront cost for unlimited data)
- EE – (from £24 per month with no upfront cost for unlimited data), (from £24 per month with £30 upfront for unlimited data)
In the US, it’s available via the following:
- Amazon – more expensive renewed models only
- Best Buy – from $399 (40mm), $429 (44mm) – Series 7 models often appear first
- – from $299 (40mm), $329 (44mm)
- – from $384.99 (40mm), $379.99 (44mm) – no delivery available, pickup only
Via US carriers, your only option is to pay in instalments via . The 32GB, 40mm model is available for $20.84 per month for 24 months. However, it’s currently backordered and won’t arrive until the end of December at the earliest if ordered now.
Check out more great deals below:
1. Apple Watch Series 6 (44mm, cellular, Stainless Steel) – Refurbished
From: Music Magpie
Was: £699
Now: £289.99 (£409 off)
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The Stainless Steel, 44mm cellular Apple Watch 6 is the most premium option you can buy – but not if you buy refurbished from MusicMagpie, where it currently costs less than £300 with a massive £409 discount for Black Friday.
3. Apple Watch 6 (40mm, Cellular) – Refurbished
From: MusicMagpie
Was: £479
Now: £269.99 (£209 off)
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This refurbished Watch Series 6 40mm, in “Good” condition, saves you £209 off the original price thanks to Music Magpie’s Cyber Monday pricing. MusicMagpie offers a 14-day money-back guarantee and a 12-month warranty. Delivery is free.
If you trade in your old devices, books, or DVD/CDs, you can get even more money off this Apple Watch.
4. Apple Watch Series 6 (40mm)
Now: £319 (£60 off)
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Following its official discontinuation in September 2021, retailers have continued to sell the Apple Watch Series 6 at a discount.
It cost £379 when new, so this is a generous saving; bearing in mind that the Series 7 does not represent a huge step forward, this is a decent option at just over £300. That said, it was cheaper on Black Friday itself at just £289.
6. Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS + Cellular, 44mm)
US shoppers can save $100 on the 44mm Apple Watch 6 with GPS and Cellular from Walmart this Cyber Monday – it’s a better deal than the $50 off we saw over Black Friday!
9. Apple Watch Series 6 (44mm)
Now: £309 (£100 off)
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Get £100 off the 44mm variant of Apple’s Series 6 smartwatch, with a matching Sport Band. ECG and blood oxygen sensors are the latest additions to the wearable’s already stellar feature set, while the fact that the Series 7 is now on the scene is only going to drive down the price of the Series 6 even further.
10. Apple Watch Series 6 (44mm, cellular) with 4GB data
EE only has a few of the Apple Watch 6 with Cellular in stock. If you want to reduce your monthly cost for 4GB data, you can opt for the £24 per month deal with a £30 upfront cost. Keep in mind these are paired plans, so you’ll need to have a handset on EE to begin with.
How much did the Apple Watch Series 6 cost at launch?
At launch, the Apple Watch Series 6 started at £379 for GPS-only models, but how much you’ll pay depends on a combination of size, connectivity and watch strap. Here are the baseline prices:
- Apple Watch Series 6 (40mm): £379 / US$399 / AUD$599
- Apple Watch Series 6 (44mm): £409 / US$429 / AUD$649
The price jumps up an additional £100 if you’re interested in cellular connectivity. It’s worth noting that you’ll likely also have to pay an additional monthly cost for cellular connectivity, although just how much depends on the network provider you sign up to.
- Apple Watch Series 6 (40mm, cellular): £479 / US$499 / AUD$749
- Apple Watch Series 6 (44mm, cellular): £509 / US$529 / AUD$799
If you’re looking for something significantly more affordable, why not consider the mid-range Apple Watch SE or the entry-level Apple Watch Series 3? If you’re not heavily invested in the Apple ecosystem, there are plenty of great smartwatch deals available throughout the year.
Should I buy refurbished?
With big Apple Watch Series 6 still relatively rare, the only place you’ll see bigger discounts is on refurbished models. Some might see this as another word for ‘second hand’, but in reality many of these devices have barely been used at all.
Remember, if a product has been used for demonstration purposes or returned as an unwanted gift, retailers must classify them as ‘refurbished’ despite looking and performing just like new. It’s true that there are situations where a fault has been fixed, so it’s worth checking the description for any device you’re considering buying.
There are two key places to go if you’re looking for a refurbished Apple Watch. The first is the Apple Refurbished Store, with devices refurbished to an excellent standard. MusicMagpie is a great alternative though, and typically offers a greater range to choose from.
See more in our guide to refurbished tech. Interested in more great offers? Check out our round-up of the best smartwatch deals right now.
