With over 100 million people wearing Apple Watch globally, this feat was achieved immediately after the launch of Series 6.

If you are planning to get this eclectic smartwatch, you must realize that the model comes in two different sizes; 40mm and 44mm.

Though the performance of both these watches is almost the same, there are a few clinical comparisons that we have made that shall help you get the right one that fits you like a glove.

Does Size Really Matter in Apple Watches?

As a matter of fact, it is your physical stature and the watch size must strike the right chord for it to look good on you.

On the surface level, it is suggested that you wear the 40mm Apple watch if your wrist size is small and vice versa.

Incidentally, there are a few other comparisons we have made that might also help you make the right selection. Let us see the details one by one and there is no particular order that we have set for this.

Price Comparison

Obviously, the smaller case variant is less expensive than the bigger one. The GPS only Apple Watch Series 6 40mm costs $399 while the 44mm may cost you $429.

Similarly, the GPS and Cellular version is priced at $499 while that of the 44mm costs you, $529.

Dimension | Size | Weight | Display Size

Let us first understand that the size of the Apple watch is measured vertically. On the basis of this vertical case size, you see different variants of Apple Watch.

Lets take example of Apple watch 6 here. Apple watch 6 also comes into two variant 44mm size and 40mm size. The 44mm Apple Watch 6 is 38mm wide when compared to the 40mm which is 34mm.

• 44mm is 5 grams heavier than the 40mm which is 30.5g in weight.
• The display size of 44mm is 1.78 inches while that of 40mm is 1.53 inches. The display size matters a lot in terms of resolution too. So you get a better screen experience in 44mm variant. You can also check the actual dimensions of Apple watch 6 here.
• 494 X 324 Pixels vs 448 X 368 Pixels does make a difference in clarity. Though it is the minutest of the difference, it matters a lot for people who look for higher resolution capability in the watches.

Battery Life

Though battery life is almost the same 18 hours in both cases, it is technically observed that the 40mm has a lesser battery life in its vigorous running time.

With the technical details being furnished, it is time for us to compare which one suits you the best.

40mm Vs 44mm – Which one Suits you the Best?

Physical Stature: We have seen this before, but let us analyse this one in a bit more detail. The 40mm version is definitely for slim figures.

Yes, especially for women. On the contrary, if you are a male and have a well-built physique, you can blindly go for the 44mm one.

Having said that, the Apple Smart Watch Series 6 40mm suits males as well, however, watch out for your wrist size. You do not want to have your watch look puny on your wrist and the flip side not look too large like a wall clock.

Display Size: Though this might be one of the reasons to make the purchase decision, experts reckon that it does not matter much.

Nevertheless, let us see what difference the display size has to offer the watches.

The smaller variant has a smaller display size, meaning, the 44mm one has easier access to the watch.

You can easily scroll down and operate it without any difficulty.

At the same time, the icons in both versions are made apt that you might not face much of a difficulty in 40mm too. Further, the aesthetic appeal of the watch differs in both cases.

The 44mm one is more prominent and looks appealing for its size while 40mm might go unnoticed sometimes. This is mainly because of the display size.

Battery Life: While the newer Series 6 has almost the same battery life, Series 4 and 5 has to offer better battery life for 44mm than the 40mm.

if your purchasing decision is based on the battery life, and if you plan to purchase 4 and 5 Series, then you might opt for the larger casing model.

Apple Bands: As you are aware, Apple offers bands only for specific sizes.

If you are particular about the bands, then you must know the different brands available for these two versions of the Apple Watch.

The Bands available for Apple Watch 40mm

1. Hermes Double Tour
2. Modern Buckle
3. A few colours available in Hermes Single Tour

The Bands available for Apple Watch 44mm

1. A few colours available in Hermes Single Tour
2. Leather Loop
3. Hermes Single Tour with Deployment Buckle

How To Make the Purchase Decision?

If you are particular about the looks and battery life, then you can go for the 44mm model which looks more appealing and has a longer running time.

Imagine, 44mm with a leather loop as the band looks excellent on you. Especially, if you are well built.

At the same time, if you are looking for a smaller watch and looking to purchase the less expensive model, 40mm is a no brainer.

All the more, the performance of both the watches are the same and does not give any difference technically. Also, if you are of a slim figure and have small wrists, 40mm shall suit you the best.

There have been instances where petite stature will look for bulkier watches and vice versa too.

Though there are many personal preferences, the technical differences between the two in terms of performance is absolutely nil.

Yes, the price difference also matters the most. While one might say that visiting an Apple Store will solve the size issue for you, but the price remains the same for both the models; be it offline or online purchase.

But you can further improve the performance and productivity of the watch by installing some must-have apps on the watch. Thanks to the watchOS 7, a dedicated app store was introduced in the Apple watch for the very first time. So you can now install any desired apps from the store directly on your Apple watch.

Here are the top 8 must-have apps for your Apple Series 7:

1. Auto sleep:

With the launch of watchOS 7, Apple added the sleep tracking feature that can track your sleep and its quality. There are plenty of sleep tracking apps on the store. But what makes Auto Sleep better than others is that it requires only a one-time purchase of the app.

Everything is included in the purchase. There is no extra charges or hidden upgrades for which you have to pay more. Just install the app and monitor your sleep easily.

2. PB: Lost phone alert:

There may be times when you forget your iPhone or even lose it somewhere. But there is no way of knowing when you lose your iPhone. But with the help of Lost Phone Alert, you can get notifications whenever your iPhone gets out of the Bluetooth range.

This way you will never forget or lose your iPhone anywhere. You can also customize the threshold of the Bluetooth range and set various limits as per your need. This is a must-have app in your Apple watch if you always keep forgetting your iPhone.

3. Just Press Record:

Do you like recording? Imagine if you could record anything you want without the need to bring out your iPhone all the time. Well, the Just Press Record app lets you go the same. You can start recording anywhere in an instant with just a couple of clicks. It is a simple yet powerful audio recording app that allows you to record anything.

But the best thing about Just Press Record is that you can even record from your Apple watch if you are not carrying your iPhone with you. You can also start, stop, pause, and listen to the recordings from your Apple watch itself.

4. WorkOutDoors:

If you are into fitness and often go outdoors for cardio, then this is the all-rounder fitness app for you. Whether you are going running, cycling, hiking, or walking, this app monitors it all and keeps you updated.

You can track how many miles you went, how much BPM you have, how many calories you have burned and so on. Just like other apps, WorkOutDoors also requires a one time purchase to be able to use its features. It also includes a detailed vector map-based interface where you can plot your routes and even customize them as per your need.

5. Carrot Weather:

Want to get weather updates, but don’t want to get your iPhone all the time for that? Well, no worries. Carrot Weather app is a one in all weather app that helps you keep track of the current weather.

Although there are plenty of weather apps on the store, Carrot Weather stands out from them, thanks to its unique features. You can customize the app as per your needs. But the only downside of this app is that it costs too much. It also has various locked features that you need to unlock by paying extra money.

6. Streaks:

No matter how hard you try to do something, you may always fail because of inconsistency. With the help of streaks, you can create simple custom reminders to help you remember your daily tasks. The app can track up to 12 daily tasks which are sufficient to cover all the important tasks.

7. Pennies:

If you are the type of person who spends a lot of money and is unable to keep track of the expenditure, then this is the perfect app for you. Like many other apps, this app connects with the Pennies app on your iPhone so that you don’t have to bring out your phone every time.

With this app, you can keep track of all your expenditures efficiently. It helps you budget better and all it takes is a couple of clicks.

8. Things:

Things is one of the best task manager app available for the Apple watch. It will help you increase your productivity and organize your life in a much better way. You can easily create to-do lists, checklists, and more.

With this app, your will be able to track your daily tasks and complete them. It’s very easy to create a list and all it takes is a couple of clicks. This app requires a one time purchase, after which you can use it as much you want. It will help you save a lot of time and organize things better.