Apple
Apple Watch Series 10
S10 SiP · 46 mm · Thinner case
90
/ 100
From $399
VS
Apple
Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop)
2024 · Fitness + health
90
/ 100
From $429
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple Watch Series 10 lands at 90 and Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop) at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Apple Watch Series 10 if…
- ✓Brightest Series display yet
- ✓Noticeably thinner
- ✓Sleep apnea + health suite
Pick Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop) if…
- ✓Multi-day fitness tracking
- ✓GPS + heart rate
- ✓Notification mirroring
Apple Watch Series 10 90
vs 90 Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop)
Score breakdown
Apple Watch Series 10
90 battery 70
display 94
fitness 90
health 94
durability 88
Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop)
90 battery 72
display 88
fitness 90
health 88
durability 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple Watch Series 10 | Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 46 mm LTPO Wide-angle OLED | — |
| Battery | 18 h (36 h low-power) | — |
| Water | 50 m | — |
| GPS | L1 | — |
| Release year | — | 2024 |
Apple Watch Series 10
Pros
- +Brightest Series display yet
- +Noticeably thinner
- +Sleep apnea + health suite
Cons
- −Still 18 h battery
- −iPhone required
- −No Ultra-grade GPS
Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop)
Pros
- +Multi-day fitness tracking
- +GPS + heart rate
- +Notification mirroring
Cons
- −Battery life varies dramatically
- −Companion phone required
- −Screen-on drains battery
FAQ: Apple Watch Series 10 vs Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop)
Which is better, Apple Watch Series 10 or Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop)? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Apple Watch Series 10 worth the price? +
At $399, Apple Watch Series 10 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in display.
Is Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop) worth the price? +
At $429, Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop) delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in fitness.
Does Apple Watch Series 10 or Apple Watch Series 10 (Milanese Loop) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.