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O YouTuber Eduardo Acostafrom the channel HotshotTekcarried out an extensive battery test with all generations of Apple Watch — from the original model to the latest Series 10 and Ultra 2.
According to him, the objective was to evaluate durability and verify Apple’s claim about offering an “all-day battery”. The analysis also included some Android smartwatches and showed variations in autonomy duration across all models.
As we know, whenever Apple advertises its watches with the promise of “all-day battery life”, it provides few details about how this autonomy is actually achieved, describing only basic daily use.
Furthermore, the company does not clarify the factors that influence battery life, such as screen brightness, use of GPS 1 and type of recorded training. This lack of transparency motivated the test, which sought to measure battery life in real usage conditions.
To ensure consistency, each watch was set to 20% brightness, Airplane Mode, and Do Not Disturb turned on to block notifications. The paired iPhone has been disconnected, preventing interference from notifications and background activities.
All devices were kept in continuous activity with an automatic touch, simulating prolonged use and keeping the screens on. The newer models ran watchOS 11, while the older ones remained on watchOS 10.
Here are the results:
- Series 0: 4 hours and 21 minutes, the shortest time among the models tested
- Series 1: 6 hours and 53 minutes
- Series 2: 7 hours and 6 minutes
- Series 3: 6 hours and 53 minutes
- Series 4: 8 hours and 10 minutes
- Series 5: 12 hours and 20 minutes
- Series 6: 10 hours and 45 minutes
- Series 7: 14 hours and 10 minutes
- Series 8: 17 hours and 44 minutes.
- Series 9: 16 hours and 36 minutes
- Series 10 (42mm): 15 hours and 56 minutes
- Series 10 (46mm): 20 hours and 14 minutes
- SE (1st generation): 11 hours and 16 minutes
- SE (2nd generation): 15 hours and 22 minutes.
- Ultra 1: 20 hours and 33 minutes
- Ultra 2: 35 hours (model with greater durability in the test)
Dois smartwatches Android, o Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra and the Google Pixel Watch 3 (45mm), were also included in the comparison. Both performed similarly to the Apple Watch Series 4, falling behind the Ultra models.
- Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra: 8 hours and 27 minutes
- Google Pixel Watch 3: 7 hours and 33 minutes
The test also showed some limitations in the batteries of Apple Watches, such as the lack of an option to keep the screen always on (limited to 70 seconds), which reduces usage time with the Always-On Screen.
Adaptive brightness also influenced the results, with automatic brightness adjustments throughout the test due to variation in light in the environment. This automatic adjustment, as explained, makes it difficult for the battery to perform consistently.
Finally, with 35 hours of autonomy, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 stood out as the best option for those looking for more battery life. The 46mm Series 10 also performed better than the 42mm model — confirming that larger watches, obviously with equally larger batteries, tend to last longer on a single charge.
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**Interview with Eduardo Acosta, YouTuber from HotshotTek**
**Editor:** Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Eduardo Acosta, the YouTuber behind the channel HotshotTek, who recently conducted a comprehensive battery test on all generations of the Apple Watch. Welcome, Eduardo!
**Eduardo Acosta:** Thanks for having me!
**Editor:** Your recent video compares the battery life of Apple Watches from the original model all the way to the latest Series 10 and Ultra 2. What motivated you to undertake this extensive test?
**Eduardo Acosta:** Well, Apple has always touted its watches as having “all-day battery life,” but they don’t really provide detailed information on how that’s measured. I wanted to put that claim to the test and see how these devices actually perform in real-world conditions.
**Editor:** That makes sense! How did you structure your test to ensure it was fair and consistent across all models?
**Eduardo Acosta:** I set each watch to 20% brightness, put them in Airplane Mode, and activated Do Not Disturb to prevent any notifications from interfering. I also ensured that the paired iPhones were disconnected. Each device was kept in continuous use with the screens on, which really pushed them to their limits.
**Editor:** Very thorough! What were some of the most surprising findings from your tests?
**Eduardo Acosta:** I think the biggest takeaway was how significantly battery life improved with each new generation. For instance, the Series 0 lasted only 4 hours and 21 minutes, while the Ultra 2 lasted an impressive 35 hours. This reflects a clear evolution in technology and efficiency.
**Editor:** That’s a huge difference! Did you notice any discrepancies in battery life claims versus your results?
**Eduardo Acosta:** Absolutely. While the newer models come close to what Apple claims for “all-day battery,” there are still variances based on how different features are used, like GPS, which Apple doesn’t clarify in their promotions. For instance, the Series 8 had a strong performance at 17 hours and 44 minutes, but it didn’t quite hit the expected mark for users who might think it would last longer under continuous use.
**Editor:** That’s an important point. With all your data, do you think consumers have realistic expectations of Apple Watch battery life?
**Eduardo Acosta:** I believe there’s a gap between marketing and real-world usage. If you’re using it actively throughout the day — especially with features like GPS or apps running in the background — the battery life can diminish quickly. My intention with the video was to provide transparency and help potential buyers understand what to expect.
**Editor:** Thanks for shedding light on this, Eduardo! What future projects do you have in store for your channel?
**Eduardo Acosta:** I’m looking into testing other smartwatches, including Android models, to compare battery performance and functionality across platforms. Stay tuned!
**Editor:** We’ll definitely be watching! Thank you so much for your time and insights today, Eduardo.
**Eduardo Acosta:** Thank you! It was a pleasure.
