Which Apple Watch straps are compatible with each other?

One of the most exciting aspects of owning an Apple Watch is styling and customising the device to suit your personality and lifestyle. The customisation options are impressive, from different bezels and watch case colours to a multitude of different types of straps. You can choose from simple silicone bands to metal bands with rhinestones, depending on what you're looking for.

But with so many straps available, it can be difficult to know which straps are compatible with your Apple Watch. In this blog post, we explain what to look for when searching for the perfect band for your Apple Watch.

Apple Watch bands are designed to fit specific watches. As long as the dimensions fit your watch, you can switch straps between the different series.

The first Apple Watch Series 1 is compatible with all straps that have the same dimensions, followed by Apple Watch Series 2 and so on.

However, there are minor size differences between some sizes of Apple Watches. Depending on the size of your watch, make sure the strap size is compatible.

Straps 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 box:

• 38 mm
  
• 40 mm
  
• 41 mm
  
  

42 mm box:

• 42 mm
  
• 44 mm
  
• 45 mm
  
  

44 mm box:

• 42 mm
  
• 44 mm
  
• 45 mm
  
• 49 mm
  
  

45 mm box:

• 42 mm
  
• 44 mm
  
• 45 mm
  
• 49 mm
  
  

49 mm box:

• 42 mm
  
• 44 mm
  
• 45 mm
  
• 49 mm
  

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

The good news is that the wristbands made for Apple Watch work with all Apple Watches. Fortunately, you don't have to limit yourself to the original Apple Watch straps because Apple Watch straps 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 straps are a better and more affordable alternative to Apple's original straps, giving you a wide range of choices to suit your style and complement the watch design. And they come in so many different designs and materials.

The easiest way to replace the strap is to hold down the safety catch on the back of the watch and then gently remove the strap. Remember never to pull too hard or too much and never force the bracelet into the opening.
If you have inserted your chain correctly, it will not move.

Buying a new strap for your Apple Watch can be quite confusing. But remember, as long as you stick to the same measurements as 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.