How to measure your wrist for Apple Watch bands

When Digital Trends got its hands on the refurbished Apple Watch 4, it was perfect—a 40mm case with a baby blue Sport Band. The only problem was that the band was too loud, even on the tightest setting. He had to either pull it up his arm to make it stay or let it fall on his wrist like a bracelet. Eventually this loose band was replaced with a sport loop that could be tightened for a perfect fit.

Apple realized that the universal style does not suit everyone, so last year the company introduced the Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop to its vast collection. Unlike the Sport Loop, which is infinitely adjustable, the Solo or Braided strap — not to mention the buckle and even the various sport straps — should be more precisely calibrated. If you have one of the Solo bands for your watch, our recent article explains how to measure your wrist specifically for it.

Now, for all other types of watch bands, we provide some critical background information and then show you how to measure your wrist and the options for choosing the right band for you.

Know your band size and type

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Apple has conveniently matched the size of the strap and the face, making the task of choosing a strap somewhat easier. The smaller Apple Watch is 38mm or 40mm, and the larger Apple Watch is 42mm or 44mm, measured from top to bottom, depending on the series. An Apple Watch band that fits the 38mm Apple Watch Series 3 also fits the 40mm Series 6 model. Similarly, a strap that fits a 44mm Series 5 also fits a 42mm Series 2. In other words, all 38mm and 40mm case straps are compatible with each other, as are all 42mm and 44mm case straps. The average female wrist is between 140 mm (5.5 inches) and 170 mm (6.7 inches), while the average male wrist is between 165 mm (6.5 inches) and 195 mm (7.8 inches).

Know your wrist size

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The best way to calculate your wrist size is to use the Apple Watch band size chart — which will help you whether you’re planning to buy an Apple band or not. Apple has its own instruction sheet that gives you step-by-step instructions for measuring your watch band size. This involves printing out the strap model, cutting it out, wrapping it around your wrist and noting the number it comes out to.

Some tapes are easier to measure than others. For the Sport Band and Sport Loop, which are adjustable, the options are S/M for shorter bands or M/L for longer bands. However, not all bands fall into that category. For example, you cannot customize the Solo Loop, so you must purchase the appropriate size. Even without a printer, you can cut a strip of paper or thread, mark the size of your wrist and measure it with a ruler. Then enter the measurements on Apple’s website by clicking on Start your measurement button to get the exact size.

Get to know the sizes of Apple straps

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Apple, as well as many third parties, construct different types of bands for each watch size, conveniently falling into only two size categories. Some belts are only available for limited models. For example, the Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop bands are only compatible with Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Series 4 or later. The bands will only fit the selected case size and are not compatible with other case sizes, so a size 5 for a 40mm case will not work with a 44mm case and vice versa.

• Apple Watch Sport Band: Size S/M (shorter) and M/L (longer) for all watches.
• Apple Watch Sport Loop: One strap size for every watch size.
• Apple Watch Solo Loop: 12 sizes for every watch size. You will need to calculate your size.
• Apple Watch Braided Solo Loop: 12 sizes for every watch size. You will need to calculate your size.
• Apple Watch Leather Loop: One strap size for every watch size.
• Apple Watch Milanese Loop: One strap size for every watch size.
• Apple Watch Silver Link Band: One band size for each watch size.
• Apple Watch Classic clasp: three sizes for every watch size (S/M/L)
• Fashionable Apple Watch Buckle: Three Sizes for Every Watch Size (S/M/L)

Use adapters for older bands

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There’s a vibrant market for Apple Watch adapters, devices that allow you to attach an old watch band to your new Apple Watch. There are two main types of adapters: a bolt-on tubular design, and an interchangeable adapter with a traditional spring lever in the middle, which may require a simple tool—unless you have a quick-release strap, which already includes a spring bar. These adapters come in a variety of sizes and finishes to fit your watch. They are as easy to use as replacing the original Apple bracelet. You can find them on Amazon or Etsy, as well as many other vendors.

• Push the tape to remove it.
• Attach your new bracelet to the adapter.
• Push the adapter onto the watch until you hear a click.

While in theory you could use an adapter to attach larger bands to a smaller Apple Watch — such as a 42mm band to a 38mm watch or vice versa — it’s not such a good idea to force the band onto the wrong size case. It will look clunky, and an adapter that is too big can get in the way of your sleeves or other clothes, while a band that is too small will show gaps. Simply pair the right-sized Apple Watch band with your chosen watch, or use an adapter to continue wearing some of your favorite old bands if they work for you.

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