Which Apple Watch bands are compatible with each other

One of the most exciting aspects of owning an Apple Watch is styling and customising the device to match your personality and lifestyle. The possibilities for personalisation are impressive, from different bezels and case colours to a plethora of different types of straps. You can choose from simple silicone bands to full rhinestone metal bands depending on what you're looking for.
But with so many bands available, it can be difficult to ensure which bands are compatible with your Apple Watch. In this blog post, we'll explain what to look for when searching for the perfect band for your Apple Watch.

The bands designed for the Apple Watch are made to fit specific watches. As long as the measurements match your watch, you can swap bands between the different series.
The first Apple Watch Series 1 is compatible with all the bands that have the same dimensions, followed by the Apple Watch Series 2, etc.

However, there are minor size differences between some case sizes of Apple watches. Depending on the size of your watch, you will need to make sure that the strap size is compatible.

Bracelets with the following sizes are compatible with each other:

38 mm case:

• 38 mm
• 40 mm
• 41 mm

40 mm case:

• 38 mm
• 40 mm
• 41 mm

41 mm case:

• 38 mm
• 40 mm
• 41 mm

42 mm case:

• 42 mm
• 44 mm
• 45mm

44 mm case::

• 42 mm
• 44 mm
• 45mm
• 49 mm

45 mm case:

• 42 mm
• 44 mm
• 45 mm
• 49mm

49 mm case:

• 42 mm
• 44 mm
• 45mm
• 49 mm

Don't know the size of your Apple Watch? No problem, you simply turn your watch over and can read the model and size of your watch.

The good news is that the bracelets made for Apple Watch work with all Apple Watches. Fortunately, you don't have to limit yourself to the original Apple Watch bands because the Apple Watch bands have an interchangeable lug system. So any third-party strap that has the same system will work with your Apple Watch. Plus, most non-Apple-branded bands are a better and more affordable alternative to Apple's original bands, giving you a wide range of choices to suit your style and complement the watch's design. Plus they come in so many different designs and materials.

To replace your strap, the easiest way to do so is to hold down the safety catch on the back of your watch and then carefully remove your strap. Remember to never pull too hard or too much and never force the bracelet into the slot.
If you have inserted your bracelet correctly, the bracelet will not move.

It can be quite confusing when buying a new band for your Apple Watch. But remember, as long as you stick to the same measurements as on your case, there should be no problem. And the best thing about owning an Apple Watch is that you don't have to limit yourself to buying only original Apple Watch bands, and you can use other third-party retailers as long as they have the same mount. So customise your Apple Watch to suit your personality and match your style.
Personalising your smartwatch has never been easier than it is now.