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DecentQuality of health readings
DecentAccording to our smartwatch expert
Note: measure your wrist circumference well and choose the right size watch strap. Not sure about the watch case size? Visit the store and try different watch case sizes, so you can be sure your Apple Watch fits comfortably.
Note: a charger isn't included. Want to charge the watch via a socket? Use the charger of your smartphone or order a separate charger.
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The Apple Watch SE 3 is a great choice if you exercise occasionally and are looking for a smartwatch that works well with your iPhone. However, measurements are slightly less precise than on other models.
Lightweight Watch with a small screen I tested the Apple Watch SE 3 40mm, the smallest and lightest Apple Watch currently available. It fit comfortably, and I wore it at night without any issues. Because I have a large wrist, a large screen does look better on me. The screen also has thick bezels, so I sometimes missed some screen space, for example when I wanted to view my workouts. I also like to create watch faces from my own photos, and those look just a little less impressive than on the Series 11, for instance. A plus is that this is the first SE with an always-on display. So I didn't have to keep activating it by rotating my wrist.
Very easy to use The Apple Watch SE 3 works excellently with my iPhone. The setup was a breeze, and the most important apps are already on the Watch. I received notifications immediately and could control my music right away via my Watch. I also found the Find My feature very handy. I used this to make my iPhone make a sound whenever I couldn't find it. The SE 3 always responds quickly, and you can now also control it with gestures. For example, I rotate my wrist to close a menu.
Battery life of over 1 day According to Apple, the battery life is 1 day, but I often even managed a day and a half. That includes half an hour of exercise, something that drains the battery quickly. Thanks to fast charging, I could get through another day after charging for half an hour during breakfast.
Basic health measurements With the SE 3, I tracked general data about my health. Think of the number of steps taken and calories burned. I find the sleep score less successful than with other watch brands, because the score was always very high, even after a short, restless night. You cannot detect heart rhythm disorders and high blood pressure, like with the Series 11. I didn't miss that myself, but if you want to monitor your health more accurately, the SE 3 cannot.
Sports I went running and cycling a few times with the SE 3, and it went fine. The GPS and heart rate monitoring are not as accurate as on other sports watches or the more expensive Watches. You notice that difference especially when you exercise really intensively and are working on records and competitions. If you just want to exercise occasionally, the SE 3 is a fine smartwatch.
Bob. Apple Watch specialist.
19 March 2026
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Works quickly and easily
Ruud
24 November 2025
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This Apple Watch 4 is a revelation, beautiful screen and damn fast
Henk Hellinga
1 December 2025
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Coolblue takes care of everything, from taking out an insurance to repairs
For almost all accidents
More coverage in case of damage than your standard warranty
No deductible
First, add your smartwatch to your shopping cart. On the next page, choose one of the Protection Plans below. You always have a 30-day return window and pay no deductible in case of damage or theft.
2-year Protection Plan
€ 41,99
one-time2-year Protection Plan with theft cover
€ 51,-
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€ 2,84
per monthProtection Plan with theft cover - Monthly cancelable
€ 3,32
per month
Product number | 969462 | |
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Manufacturer code | MEH54ZR/A | |
Brand | Apple | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Compatible with operating system | iOS | |
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Operating system | WatchOS | |
Year introduced | 2025 | |
Guaranteed support with updates | 60 months after release date |
Watch case color | White Gold | |
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Watch case material | Aluminum | |
Watch case shape | Rectangle | |
Height | 40 mm | |
Width | 34 mm | |
Depth | 10,7 mm | |
Weight | 26,3 g | |
Size watch case | Small | |
Recommended for wrist circumference | 13 - 15 cm | |
Total storage capacity | 64 GB | |
Shockproof |
Watch strap material | Silicone | |
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Watch strap color | White | |
Closure type | Snap button | |
Interchangeable watch strap | ||
Compatibility watch strap | Product specific |
Screen type | OLED | |
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Always-on display | ||
Data display | Digital | |
Touchscreen | ||
Color screen | ||
Adjustable watch face | ||
Type of glass | Hardened glass |
Battery life in time mode | 18 hours | |
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Battery life in sports mode | 8 hours | |
Battery/battery capacity | 271 mAh | |
Energy source solar power | ||
Wireless charging |
Internet connection options | WiFi only | |
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Bluetooth | ||
ANT+ | ||
Independent music player | ||
Music controls | ||
Built-in microphone | ||
Built-in speakers | ||
Spoken directions | ||
Call options | Answer phone calls and call via smartwatch | |
Smart reply | ||
App installation possible | ||
Camera operation | ||
NFC | ||
Contactless payment | ||
Contactless payment system | Apple Pay |
Pedometer | ||
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Measures distance | ||
Speedometer | ||
Calorie counter | ||
Measures stairs climbed |
Heart rate measurement | ||
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Heart rate zones | ||
Type of heart rate measurement | Optical heart rate measurement | |
Heart rate measurement under water |
Quality of health readings | Decent | |
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Skin temperature sensor | ||
Oximeter | ||
Blood pressure monitor | ||
EDA sensor | ||
Sleep score | ||
Average heart rate during sleep | ||
Measure recovery during sleep | ||
Menstrual cycle tracking | ||
Pregnancy monitoring |
Quality of sports readings | Decent | |
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Recommended for sports | Biking, Fitness, Hiking, Multisport, Outdoor, Running, Swimming, Tennis, Water sports | |
Manual training programs | ||
Measure fitness age | ||
Recovery advice | ||
Interval training | ||
VO2 max measurement | ||
Measures average speed during activity | ||
Lap counter | ||
Race prognosis | ||
Measures step distance | ||
Measure running cadence | ||
Measures swimming distance | ||
Measures swimming speed | ||
Swimming lap counter | ||
Connection to fitness machines possible | ||
ATM score | 5 |
Built-in GPS receiver | ||
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Global satellite navigation system | BeiDou, GLONASS, GPS, Galileo, QZSS | |
GPS application | Navigation, Route registration |
Compass | ||
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Altimeter | ||
Thermometer |
Fall detection | ||
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Alarm function | ||
Geofencing |
