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Apple Watch Series 3 (Cellular) 42mm

Apple Watch Series 3 (Cellular) 42mm

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Type

Type
Smartwatch

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Not recommended

Reliability

Satisfaction score
87%
Reliability score
95%

Test results

CHOICE Expert Rating
81%
Ease of use score
77%
Comfort score
66%
Step count accuracy score
99%
Distance accuracy score
99%
Resting heart rate accuracy
98%
Active heart rate accuracy
91%
Year tested
Pre-2022

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