Would like a new band for my Ultra2 49mm, the watch has the Ocean band, which is popular, and it's ok for daily wear, the way the clasp is made I've had it come out of the band and coming apart while removing it.

Was thinking of getting a magnetic for ease of taking it on/off, but I've read where people have had them knocked off brushing up against things and not feeling it.

The Apple Sport loop or similar, perhaps a NATO style.

Curious what others wear and how well it secures.

I have a number of bands for my Watch. One of the nice things is the variety of bands and reasonable prices on Amazon.


Here are the main ones in my current rotation right now…

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVXSZJV2 - Classic leather look, but silicone band with tradition buckle

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DK7CH9BF - Magnetic with stud, great for everyday, swimming, workout. Never had it come apart.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CBVLS92C - “Dress” for occasions and not wanting athletic/tactical styling

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNN14V2D - “Tactical” style while I am out stacking bodies and defending your way of life


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHZNTX3B - TPU Slip on cover to protect watch from being banged around. I use this with my “sport” or “tactical” bands and take off for metal dress bands

Nice thanks, I was looking at the Bandletic Magnetic but read where magnetics have an issue with falling off on some people, still on my list though.

I like the Tactical, may have to get one as well...

The first one, the sport band is also along the lines I'd like.

I find the Apple Alpine Band to be the most comfortable, but will switch to a Groove Life magnetic when working on something dirty or greasy. Much easier to clean.

I have the Black Titanium Milanese Loop.

I bought it when I bought the watch.

It is the only one I have.

My favorite -- what sig2392 posted.

I have all the Apple bands for my Ultra 2, once I found this one from Nomad, I haven’t used any others. I believe I’ve had it 2+ years now

https://nomadgoods.com/product...tural-hardware-magma

Apple Natural Titanium Milanese Loop

I have some cloth and a metal hook ..It's great. Doesn't smell like you think a cloth band would.

Titanium Milanese loop bought with the watch. Black alpine loop for exercise.

I had a silver titanium Milanese band shortly after they came out. The magnet retention was poor at its' best, often came loose. May have improved since but I now stay with my black ocean.

Nomad makes nice Apple Watch bands as well.

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Originally posted by V-Tail:
My favorite -- what sig2392 posted.

Your link takes me to an ID Me sign in page!

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Originally posted by honestlou:

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Originally posted by V-Tail:

My favorite -- what sig2392 posted.

Your link takes me to an ID Me sign in page!

Sorry. That link takes you to the Apple web page for military / veteran discount prices, via ID.me

Here's a link that goes directly to the non-discounted Apple site:

non-discount link

I prefer metal bands, this one I bought in 2023, made of titanium (they say) and has been on mine ever since. It has been very sturdy, matches the watch color, and can be cleaned with whatever you like. I don’t like rubber bands around my wrist, to me, the Apple bands look and feel cheap, though I know people who love them. At $56, its not inexpensive, but its a lot less than Apple wants for theirs

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Originally posted by bettysnephew:
I had a silver titanium Milanese band shortly after they came out. The magnet retention was poor at its' best, often came loose. May have improved since but I now stay with my black ocean.

The Milanese band you had is the steel one with magnetic clasp for the regular Apple Watch. The Ultra Milanese bracelet is made of titanium and uses a butterfly clasp. It's vastly superior. It's the only band I use on my Ultra now. I wear mine 23 hours a day and just take it off to charge. Very comfortable and doesn't pull my arm hair.

Good point! I forgot about magnets not being attracted to titanium. Obviously it was an iron derivative.

Thanks for all the suggestions, they have been passed on to the kids, I'll have to see which one gets picked by them LOL