After all, the Apple Watch Ultra is compatible with your previous bands.

Apple Watch Ultra It was one of the great highlights of the event. far, although the previous one had concerns about its alleged incompatibility with the straps of other Apple smartwatch models. Fortunately, this is not the case.

Not only will you be able to use the bands you already had on the new Apple Watch Ultra. You can also buy bands designed for the sporty model and use them on other Apple Watches. Although it will be limited to certain sizes.

Rumors that the Apple Watch Ultra was not compatible with older bands were based on the size of the device. Is that a version designed for extreme sports It comes with a 49mm case., much more than other members of the smartwatch family. For reference, the larger Apple Watch Series 8 measures 45mm while the new SE measures 44mm.

However, this is not the case in the end. If you’re browsing the strap section on Apple’s website, you can filter them by case size. If you choose the 49mm option, you’ll find all versions compatible with the Apple Watch Ultra.

Band compatibility with Apple Watch Ultra

It is logical that in the first places you will find new straps specially designed for this option. We are talking about alpine loop (for outdoor activities), loop trail (for endurance sports) and Ocean (for diving and water sports). But you will also see the rest of the options that can also be implemented in smartwatches such as Solo Loop, Nike Sport or Nike Sport Loop, among others. However, it is worth clarifying that only 45mm versions are compatible with 49mm cases.

An important fact is that many of the 45mm bands are also compatible with the 42mm Apple Watch. This means that in theory you can also use the old 42mm version on the Apple Watch Ultra.although those from Cupertino do not mention it on their website. This is different for the smaller sizes – 38, 40 or 41mm – which are not directly compatible with the 49mm model.

If you’d rather buy a band that wasn’t specifically designed for the Apple Watch Ultra than use older bands, you can check compatibility separately at checkout.

If you’re wondering what happens when you think about this situation in reverse, it’s even easier. Apple’s own online store lists Loop Alpine, Loop Trail, and Ocean bands for Apple Watch Ultra can also be used in 44 and 45 mm models.. This means you can take advantage of designs specifically designed to protect your sports watch in extreme situations on other Apple Watches.

In terms of pricing, bands specifically designed for the Apple Watch Ultra cost €99 eachregardless of model and color.