Apple launched its latest affordable smartwatch, the Apple Watch SE 2, alongside the iPhone 14 series, Apple Watch Series 8, and Apple Watch Ultra last year. It's an important update over the original Apple Watch SE, giving users access to a few premium features from the Apple Watch Series 8 at a much more affordable price. This includes the same chip as the Series 8 models and even the new Crash Detection feature. This makes it one of the best Apple Watches for those on a budget.

Even with these upgrades, it's available at a starting price of $249. As a result, we expect it to be among the best-selling Apple Watch models. If you plan to buy one for yourself and don't know which variant to get, here's a quick rundown of all the Apple Watch SE 2 colors and band options.

Apple Watch SE 2: Case materials and colors

Although the premium Apple Watch Series 8 comes in aluminum and stainless steel case variants, Apple only offers an aluminum variant of the cheaper Apple Watch SE 2. It also gets fewer color finishes, and you can pick it up in Midnight, Starlight, or Silver.

  • The Starlight variant of the Apple Watch SE 2 has a light gold finish that looks great with this Sunglow Solo Loop band.
    Starlight Apple Watch SE 2

    The Starlight variant of the Apple Watch SE 2 has a light gold finish that looks great with this Sunglow Solo Loop band.

    From $249 at Apple
  • Apple Watch SE 2 render showcasing activity app
    Midnight Apple Watch SE 2

    A cheaper official smartwatch launched by Apple offering ultra-fast charging times and 20% better performance than competitors.

    From $249 at Apple
  • The Silver Apple Watch SE 2 has a polished aluminum finish that gives it a classic look.
    Silver Apple Watch SE 2

    The Silver Apple Watch SE 2 has a polished aluminum finish giving it a classy look that goes well with most bands.

    From $249 at Apple

Apple Watch SE 2: Band options

Although you have limited choice when it comes to Apple Watch SE 2 case colors, Apple offers a wide selection of bands for the affordable smartwatch. It gets the same selection of bands as the aluminum Apple Watch Series 8, and you can pair the Midnight, Starlight, and Silver variants with six different band styles. These include the Solo Loop, Braided Solo Loop, Sport Band, Nike Sport Band, Sport Loop, and Nike Sport Loop. Most of these bands come in a couple of cool colors, giving you the opportunity to mix and match different colorways per your style.

Here are all the color options you get for each of these bands:

  • Solo Loop: Sprout Green, Canary Yellow, Olive, Purple Fog, Storm Blue, Starlight
  • Braided Solo Loop: Olive, Bright Orange, Purple Fog, Midnight, Black Unity, Pride Edition, Product Red
  • Sport Band: Olive, Sky, Bright Orange, Midnight, Starlight, White, Product Red
  • Nike Sport Band: Bright Crimson/Gym Red, Olive Grey/Black, Black/Black, Summit White/Black
  • Sport Loop: Storm Blue, Midnight, Starlight, Pride Edition, Product Red, Black Unity
  • Nike Sport Loop: Game Royal/Midnight Navy, Summit White/Black, Sequoia/Pure Platinum, Black/Summit White, Pride Edition