Watch SE (2nd Gen)

Yes. We just purchased a refurbished Apple Watch SE 2nd gen for my kid to wear when she's out of range of her mom's phone. When it's just the two of us (without the primary phone), it can still read directly from the sensor and provide alerts. It's a little more convenient than the Dexcom receiver,

My Apple Watch is actually pretty old. It’s the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation). It lasted all day, but was at 10% by the evening. I usually charge it nightly. I’m sure the newer ones last even longer!Also, keep walking and I’m sure you’ll be able to get to long hikes soon!

Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen GPS. It’s pretty cool but you gotta charge it all the time 🤣

honestly the apple watch se (2nd gen) is your best bet for value. it does everything a beginner needs - fitness tracking, notifications, heart rate - for like $250 new or $180 refurbished. series 8 is also great if you want always-on display and temp sensing, but you won't miss those as a first-time

for your use case, the apple watch se 2nd gen is perfect. does notifications and workouts great and costs way less. i've been using one for a year and it still feels fast. if you want the always-on display and blood oxygen sensor, get the series 9 refurbished. don't bother with ultra unless you're d