Apple Watch Series 11: $299 Reported in July, Series 12 Now Out
MacRumors reported the Series 11 GPS at $299 for 42mm and $329 for 46mm at Amazon on July 23, 2026. Apple's Series 12 followed in September at $399 and $449. Here are the dated prices and a five-step check.
What is the lowest total you would pay for Apple Watch Series 11 GPS today?
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✓ This guide is for you if
- Want a Series 11
- Want to avoid overpaying
- Will check size and model year
- Want a price alert
✗ Skip it if
- Want a live price (open the listing)
- Want a predicted price (we don't predict)
- Want the newest Series 12
- Need a confirmed current price
- What changed since our last update
- Apple Watch Series 11 prices, and the Series 12 effect
- How to tell whether today's price is fair
- Check GPS or cellular, and which year you are buying
- Common mistakes to avoid
- Compare before you decide
- Apple Watch Series 11 price reference points
- Honest pros and cons
- Before you buy
- Keep going
- FAQ
What changed since our last update
The page we replaced said "$299 is the all-time low," "Prime Day is unlikely to beat this" and "the data says buy now." MacRumors called the July prices both "all-time low" and within $20-$30 of the earlier lows, so we can't confirm a lowest price. The Prime advice is out of date, and we removed it.
Apple Watch Series 11 prices, and the Series 12 effect
A newer model is out, which matters for how you read the older model's price.
- $299 and $329 on July 23, 2026 at Amazon, per MacRumors (July 23, 2026): GPS 42mm and 46mm, each $100 off. The article said four 42mm and three 46mm GPS models were on sale, and gave no end date.
- September 10, 2026: MacRumors (September 10, 2026) reported the Series 12 starting at $399 for 42mm and $449 for 46mm, with the 46mm up $20.
- MacRumors' July article described the lows in two ways: all-time lows, and within $20-$30 of earlier all-time lows. We can't confirm a single lowest price.
- We found no Series 11 price report after July 23, and none saying whether Apple still sells it.
The free Zroppix extension puts that history on the Amazon listing itself: the last 90 days of price for the exact version you have open, a BUY or WAIT verdict based on where today's price sits in that range, and an alert if you would rather wait. No account is needed to see the history.
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Open the Series 11 on Amazon with Zroppix and see the 90-day price range for your size before you pay.
How to tell whether today's price is fair
We don't publish a price chart or a predicted price for the Apple Watch Series 11 on this page, because we can't back one up with recorded data here. What we can give you is a method that works for any product, and the free Zroppix extension that applies it for you on the Amazon page.
- Confirm the exact version. Model year, size, colour and bundle can each change the price. Read the title and the variant selector, not just the headline.
- Open the price history. Use the Zroppix extension (90-day history on Amazon pages) or another tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa. Where Amazon shows its own price history link, use that too.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window. At or near the low is a fair price. A big "percent off" badge on its own proves little, as our guide to sale badges explains.
- Check who sells it. Amazon or the brand is safest. Compare against the manufacturer's own site, which may run separate promotions.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet, and decide on your own timeline. Nobody can tell you what the price will do next.
Check GPS or cellular, and which year you are buying
- Model year: the Series 11 is last year's watch. Confirm the title says Series 11, not Series 12.
- GPS or cellular: the July report covered GPS models. Cellular models cost more.
- Size: the 42mm and 46mm differ by about $30 to $50.
- Seller: check that Amazon or Apple sells it, and that it is new.
We haven't tested the watch. Read independent reviews for battery life and health features.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Buying the wrong model year. Check Series 11 or Series 12.
- Comparing GPS and cellular prices.
- Trusting an "all-time low" label. MacRumors' own wording was mixed.
- Waiting on a predicted price. We can't source one.
Compare before you decide
If the price isn't right, or you want to compare options, these are worth a look.
The previous-generation watch.
Check before buying: Check size and GPS or cellular.
A spare charger.
Check before buying: Check compatibility.
Apple Watch Series 11 price reference points
Dated reports from named sources, not today's prices. Different models, sizes and sellers are priced differently.
| Date | Model | Reported price | Source | Check it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2026 | Series 12 (new model) | $399 (42mm), $449 (46mm) | MacRumors | Find cheaper → |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Series 11 GPS 46mm | $329, was $429 | MacRumors | Find cheaper → |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Series 11 GPS 42mm | $299, was $399 | MacRumors | Find cheaper → |
Honest pros and cons
What stands out
- Dated prices for two sizes
- The Series 12 price is a clear comparison
- The earlier all-time-low claim is flagged
What to weigh
- No Series 11 report after July 23
- The July deal has no stated end date
- We show no live prices
- We haven't tested the watch
Before you buy
A quick checklist for this purchase.
- Confirm the exact model in the listing title and variant selector.
- Check what's included: bundle, accessories, colour.
- Open the price history for that exact model.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window.
- Check the seller and the return window.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet.
Keep going
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Apple Watch Series 11?
MacRumors reported $299 for the 42mm GPS and $329 for the 46mm GPS at Amazon on July 23, 2026, from $399 and $429. Check the live listing.
How much is the Apple Watch Series 12?
MacRumors reported on September 10, 2026 that it starts at $399 for 42mm and $449 for 46mm.
Was $299 the lowest price?
MacRumors described the July prices as both all-time lows and within $20-$30 of earlier lows. We can't confirm.
Is the Series 11 still worth it?
We haven't tested it. Compare it with the Series 12 and read independent reviews.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27, 2026.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27 and Cyber Monday is November 30, 2026. Set an alert and check the history first.
How do I check the price history?
Install the free Zroppix extension for a 90-day history on Amazon pages, or use a tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa.
A new model can move the old model's price
MacRumors reported the Series 12 on September 10. Check the Series 11 history.
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