Apple Watch SE 3 vs Samsung Galaxy Watch FE – The Ultimate Budget Smartwatch Showdown
Apple’s Watch SE 3, announced Sept. 9, 2025, starts at $249 and features an always-on Retina OLED display, S10 chip, and improved crack-resistant glass. Samsung’s Galaxy Watch FE, launched June 2024 at $199.99, uses older hardware and sapphire crystal but lags in performance. Both models are available globally and target budget buyers. Battery life for each averages about 18–24 hours in real-world use.