Apple Watch Loop Bands: Measuring, Sizing, & Comparison!
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Which Size Should You Get with Apple's New Braided Loop and Solo Loop Bands for the Apple Watch? This is a comparison in materials and thoughts on general sizing for getting these bands online!
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0:00 - Apple Watch Braided & Solo Loop Band Sizing
0:21 - How I measured Myself When Ordering
1:10 - The Stretch on These Bands!
1:34 - Size 4 vs Size 7 Bands
1:53 - They Stretch! Thoughts on Sizing!
3:11 - Printable Sizing Tool from Apple
4:29 - How The Loop Bands Feel
5:00 - Does the Braided Band Dry Quickly vs Solo?
5:56 - Dust and Hairs on Braided vs Solo!
6:36 - The Case That's on My Apple Watch
7:25 - What I Prefer and Closing Remarks!
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You measured further toward your hand than where you would wear a band. You have to measure behind your wrist bone unless you wear your watch on your wrist bone.
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
You’re right! That does give me a 16.3 cm measurement and Apple puts that at a 6! So in the end, it’s correct for a perfect fit but those that want a tighter fit should only size down one! Given that I tried 4 and 5 would be ideal for me. Thanks for the heads up, totally goofed on that part!
@mohammadrkh6446
3 жыл бұрын
Exactly!!
@SweetsRN
3 жыл бұрын
Good info!!
@mariagonzalezc.1304
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve heard a lot that in the Apple site you can download it but until now I don’t know where to find it 😭😭😭
@yamlirpa
3 жыл бұрын
Daniel Romero I noticed that right away. In fact I said out loud, “you’re measuring too high up on your wrist! You’re not gonna wear it that high!“
THANK YOU for addressing the pet hair and dust issue! I have 3 cats and a dog and was hesitating about buying these bands because I worried the hair sticking would be a constant problem. You are the only person I have seen who has addressed this! I thought the braided band would be the worst, but it looks like that is not true at all. I think I’ll pick up one of each type.
Hey, how does the band cope with water/sweat? Can you use it for your work out?
as I don't have an Apple Store near me, I'm very happy that I took the time and effort to do some research about the Braided Solo Loop Band sizing before buying one online and stumbled across this video. my wrist measures 17.5cm on the spot where I wear my Watch normally, which Apple converts into a size 8. following the advice of this video, I ordered myself a size smaller (so size 7) and it fits perfectly! thanks Daniel!
Should it leave a little indent mark. I’ve tried size 5 and 6 , 6 feels slightly slack but 5 feels tight. Shall I stick with 5 and hopefully it will get slightly bigger when worn in???
For the braided loop, would you also recommend sizing down two sizes from the paper cut out sizing tool?
When I get paid, I’m upgrading my series 2 for a series 6. I want the navy blue and matching band. Just deciding between the braided blue loop or just have the silicone standard strap. I’ve measured my wrist multiple times, and got a U.K. size 5. But ppl have said to down size ?-?
I’m right in between size 9 and 10, I tried size 9 for 2 days and it was way too tight. Went to size 10 and it’s perfect. No problem with all the sensor
When you put the braided loop on, do you feel it scratches the entrance of the watch a little bit?
Hello Daniel! I want to ask a question.I purchased sport solo loop and size is 7.If I buy braided solo loop ,should I buy size 6 or 5?
Is you watch the 40mm or the 44mm. Just curious as I have a similar wrist size and wondering if 40mm or 44mm would be better.
the cut out tells me i’m a size 7. Would you recommend going size 5 to a more tighter fit?
I just bought a watch and the fourth hole on the included sport band gives me perfect fit. How would this translate to loop sizing?
so please which band is better in your opinion? braided or solo? it’s worth it the $50 more for braided one?
Really enjoying your reviews! They're helpful, practical, and straight to the point. It feels like like many KZreadrs focus on things that aren't applicable to everyday life, whereas you do. Thanks for keeping it real!
Great review in size. Very useful specially in these days during Covid-19 when you’re not able to go to the store and try them on.
For the braided solo loop, would it leave marks as the solo loop does after a while
Did anybony get the sign of the bracelet around the arm even with the correct size? According with most of your comments, I chose the 6 size instead of the 7 and it seems it fits right but when I take off the watch, it leaves my arm signed. Is it normal?
Thank you for the review of solo loop bands !! @Daniel Romero you measured your left hand and then wore braided loop of size 7 on right hand !! Not saying your left & right hand sizes are too far apart but dominant hand will always be larger at wrist(very slightly). As these solo loop sizes are very close, may be you should try it on same hand as you measured. Can you please tell us how the size 7 feels on left hand? My hand is measured at 16.5cm and apple recommended size=7, but do you think I should go for size 5 or size 6 ? Also based on your video and other articles, I am convinced I should size down but don't know by 1 or 2 sizes...Thanks again!!
@Daniel Romero: I think the recommendation on whether to a) Go with the recommended size, b) Go down 1 size or c) Go down 2 sizes might depend on whether it's a 40mm or 44mm and whether it's a silicone or treaded band. What are your thoughts on this?
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah you are right! There are a few variables to consider! I don’t feel like Apple went about sizing properly
On the looser band are you having misreads on heart rate, blood o2, ECG sensors ? I would imagine it would have to tight enough not to slide without leaving much of an imprint on skin when removed.
Thank you so much for doing this helpful video!
I’m a size 7 according to Apple but i figured it would be too loose so I got a size 6 and it fits perfectly. I love these new bands, I definitely recommend sizing down by 1.
@clarenceloieprima6747
3 жыл бұрын
HeReads yup the bands are REALLY STRETCHY so it’s better to size down than size up.
@Mx6D
3 жыл бұрын
yh thats what happened to me. I went to the apple store and the measurements said 8 (which was slightly too lose) but when I tried size 7 it was perfect.
@luisnetoTV
3 жыл бұрын
Is your watch 40mm or 44mm?
@charles-philipperatte6842
3 жыл бұрын
@ HeReads Did you use the recommended size or the looser one on the website?
@remsrhythm9408
3 жыл бұрын
do you think size 5 would be good or too tight? im a size 7 but idk if to go for 6 or 5
Thanks for the tip-I’ve seen tonnes of people saying the same thing. I cancelled my order of a 7 and ordered a five. You saved me a lot of hassle!
@joakimulseth
3 жыл бұрын
How did the size 5 feel? I'm also a size 7, thinking to order a size 6 Braided Solo Loop.
@christopherchew7595
3 жыл бұрын
did the size 5 feels snug? or should i get size 6?
I also measured myself and I was a size 3 so which color solo loop do you recommend I was thinking either the white solo loop Outpt the abyss blue and it is navy and I like navy so which apple watch solo loop color band do you recommend the white or the abyss blue?
What color Apple Watch do you recommend for the solo loops I was thinking the white but it will probably get dirty very easily and I was also thinking about getting the abyss blue solo loop because it is envy and I usually like navy but I also like the white so which color band do you recommend?
Thank you Daniel, this is great. So I just measured my wrist, its 15,5 cm. What size would you recommend given your experience? 4?
@adibekman5433
2 жыл бұрын
What size were you good at?
So the silicone Solo Loop material, would it attract more dust than the regular Sport Band? I've been avoiding "third party" copies because Apple's Sport Band is best in this regard.
If I measure using a measuring tape and it was 14.3cm and i got recommended a size 3, should I size down and get a 2 ?
do you feel, that anytime a band will collapse your skin, or in other words, squeezes your outer skin it is too tight in the long run and will cut circulation? As the tighter one is doing? Thanks.
What size case is that 44m or 40mm. I imagine that affects band size
VERY useful... NOW I can order my watch. THANK YOU
Could that measuring method be meant for the non-stretchy bands?
This helps me SO much! Thanks for your help👍😁
Want to upgrade but not sure which WRIST BAND size I need... my current sport band says the wrist size is "M/L" --- but the new AW7 gives sizes only in 'mm' (ex: 140-220mm)
I want to buy an Apple Watch as a gift for my husband. Is it possible to measure a watch they wear now to get the Apple band size?
Good video, our wrists are the same. I think i will go with the size 6 braided loop. Only problem is, it seem like apple stores are the only ones that sell that version here in the uk. Other outlets dont stock it. Now i have to wait 6-8 weeks delivery :(
thank you for this! now i know to size down significantly and im definitely getting the two band types you tried. very informative! thanks!
@DanielRomero
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
One question. Did you get the 40mm watch or the 44mm? Because my wrist is also about 7 inches and what to see which of both Apple Watch sizes go for me. I don’t want the Apple Watch to be looking bulky on me.
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
This is the 44mm!
Would opt for the Leather link but I’m sure whether should I wear it as a student.
You put the cracked screen watch under the tap??? Does it still work
I’d buy one if they could get their sizing sorted! The sizing tool (credit card size checked) tells me one size while the measuring tape tells me another. I think I’ll just not bother.
Speaks english but uses metric system for measuring, real king 🙏
@cameronszachta3116
3 жыл бұрын
There’s countries that both speak English and use the metric system...
@thingsofalltime
3 жыл бұрын
You mean like Canada or England or many other countries
@bagussetyagraha6875
3 жыл бұрын
Faith in humanity restored 🙏
@scotiajinker8392
3 жыл бұрын
Jamison Scotland, Wales & nothern Ireland. Are just 3 off the top of my head.
@Surgicalsensei
3 жыл бұрын
Only Americans don’t use the metric system lol there’s many other English speaking countries than America ;)
What case size do you have 44mm or 40?
5:56 “Another question is about dust” ... *Casually rubs the bands on a cat* ... 😯😂😂
@_Iamdmoney
3 жыл бұрын
Cat was like WTH!
Is the regular solo loop more comfortable than the braided? When upgrading to the braided loop, it's actually only 50 dollars. Is this worth it? Thank you!
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
Regular is definitely more comfortable because it almost feels like nothing! The braided feels more like a traditional watchband while still being quite comfortable!
So for a good snug fit you would recommend going 3 sizes down from the recommended apple size?
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
I would say Max two sizes! 1 size down should be snug enough for most!
Oh man I just ordered a size 6 and I hope it will be tight enough for me! When I used the measuring tool it pointed to the line between seven and eight so I was gonna order a seven and it’s a good thing I measured again because when I did I was closer to six so I ordered a six. Do you know if Apple Watch bands can be returned/exchanged?
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
Can definitely be returned/exchanged so no worries! Hopefully it fits well on the first try!
Ouch, how did you crack the watch casing?
I agree on the comments to order a size down. With their tool, I went with an 11. I assumed I didn't want it too tight...but now it slides up and down my wrist. I am going to the Apple store this weekend to swap out the band for a 10, or maybe even a 9.
Just got mine too. I measured a size 8 but I went a size smaller and it fits perfectly. My advice, get a size smaller. It's not tight or loose. Just right.
Wow! So helpful!
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
measured size 10 with paper template...which band Regular or Large? Crazy I can't find translator anywhere?
Now I’m worried because I used the sizing tool and it said I’m a 7 as well and I don’t like a loose fit for a watch. And Apple doesn’t do swaps for these bands.... I hope it fits me good or I’ll have to return the whole watch and try to reorder with the proper sizing.
I ordered the braided loop. I printed the Apple tool and ensured it was printed out at the correct size by putting my credit card in the area shown. The Apple tool showed my wrist to be 7, so I thought to be safe I will order a 6 & 7 (as I have read some people say about going for a size less than shown). Well the straps arrived and the 7 was way too big and so was the 6. I've returned the straps and I have just ordered size 4 and 5 (size 4 is the smallest size in the 44 mm strap). Hopefully one of these will fit. Apple have put a note on their website that the Solo Loop increases in size over time. But there's no mention of this for the braided loop (probably due to them been different materials). If I was in the market for another silicone band, I would just go with the original one as its not worth the hassle in my opinion having to try and specifically pick the right size, and also when there is a chance of them increasing in size over time.
If I have a size 1 on apples website but I want it tight and that solo loop band what would I do?
I went in the Apple store and my wrist measured a 5. I actually got a size 3 with my Series 6 watch. The 5 was was loose and would slide down my wrist when I put my arm down (I wear my watch just above my wrist bone)
thanks for your recommendation, it’s really helpful. i ordered a size 6 braided solo loop based on the measurement from the cut-out that Apple provided last week but after i watch your video, i cancel that purchase and go for size 4. you just saved me 👍🏻
@buckbuckgoose92
3 жыл бұрын
How is size 4 holding up? Did it stretch out A little?
@nghiahuynhh
3 жыл бұрын
@@buckbuckgoose92 yes, it's very stretchy
@buckbuckgoose92
3 жыл бұрын
@@nghiahuynhh so it’s too big on you now? Or is the the fit the same as when you bought it
@nghiahuynhh
3 жыл бұрын
@@buckbuckgoose92 it remains the same as it was 3 months ago.
Would be cool if i could find the link to print the measuring tool
You know, there’s also a difference with the 40mm and 44mm. So if you’re getting a band for 44mm, you should subtract 4mm from your wrist because 4mm will be added by the bigger watch. I tried out different numbers on the sizing guide (using cm) but i don’t think the guide takes the different Watch sizes into account
Great advice. I don’t like loose bands so I will definitely size down.
Thanks man, it really helps!
i am not sure that the measuring strip available is correct or not i am size 8 on the scale provided but i am not sure about that any idea what to do and which size to order
@samendathieniali4013
3 жыл бұрын
What about in cm? What is it then
does the case work on the 5?
Hello! Then what size to order for a 16.5 cm wrist ?! 5 ?!
what's the cover's name you use on Apple Watch??
Great helpful video, thanx
I’m a size 6 but Amazon is throwing a whole bunch of numbers and letters and I’m not sure which to go.
We have the same size of wrist, how did the size 5 fit?
So I should get a 7 if I measure between a 9 and 10
I know people say to size the solo loop and the braided loop differently, but I’m wondering if, say, a size 5 in both types would technically be the same length, millimeters-wise?
How about measuring using the older version of Apple Watch bands with the punch holes? Simply check which setting is ok whilst wearing the watch on the wrist, then take it off and measure from the pin to the hole you used. This way you’ll be measuring where on your wrist you’d wear your watch. Just thinking out loud.
i wanted to get the solo loop but i have a 45mm watch which only works with a size 4 and up and im a 2 :( even though the measurements said i was a size 4 it was way off
The top of the measuring tool is a square to simulate the watch, put that where you would wear the watch not on your wrist bone and you’d get a better estimate
In the video your wrist measured a size 7, what prompted you to get a size 4? I’m confused 🤷♂️
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
It was an error on Apples servers once I added size 7 to cart.
Hows Apple’s exchange policy? I bought a band and still waiting for my series 6 to come in. If my band is too big can I exchange it for a smaller one?
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
Yup! They recently simplified the whole process too! No issues with exchanges/returns!
Why did you measure so high up near your hand? Is that where you wear your watch?
My wrist is 17.5cm, apple recommend me size 8. I ordered size 7, should i cancel and go for size 6 instead?
@gonzalodejo7413
3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Can I ask how is the size 7 to u? Cuz my wrist is 17.3 cm and the app says that I’m an 8. But I don’t know whether to buy the size 5 or 6?
question, why you mesure not where you wear your watch? maybe it do a difference,
Where did you find the tool for entering the cm on the apple website because I only see the option to reference the printable tool
@DanielRomero
3 жыл бұрын
It's in the Apple Store iOS App when you click on the band!
Has the solo loop size 4 loosen up now that you have had it for a few months?
@DanielRomero
2 жыл бұрын
I found them to actually get a little tighter over time so I’ve ended up getting a larger size!
Hello all, I used the Apple tool also use the other method measuring my wrist and all methods provided by Apple are absolutely correct. My wrist is 15 cm measured tightly and the Apple said I’m between 4 and 5 and they recommend size 4. That’s what I did 😊 I have ordered size 4 and fits perfectly 🙂 very happy 😃
@simplyrowen
Жыл бұрын
For which one? Braided or silicone? People are saying that the silicone one is smaller than the braided, even at the same size.
@zorifr06
Жыл бұрын
@@simplyrowen hi, thanks for the reply, I bought size 4 silicone one it’s perfect fit :)
Can someone please tell me how he customizes his own wrist size on the app I can’t find it please someone help
Awesome man
Muchas gracias por estos vídeos, tocayo!
Very good video thanks 👍
I had the exact same experience. Size 7 recommended by Apple + Size 7 from the printout. Ended up buying Size 5. I didn't try Size 4 but now i'm tempted. I'm just worried it will eventually stretch out and become loose.
@HJ-vu2my
3 жыл бұрын
If I were you I’d change to the 4 as over many months of wear it may loosen slightly
@adibekman5433
2 жыл бұрын
Darf ich fragen, wie viel cm deine Hand hat?
Apart from the details mentioned by @K C, this was useful to know. Thanks. 👍🏼😊
My wrist is so small, I'm a size one from Apple's sizing guide. I can't size down, hopefully it still fits perfectly.
@brishawn996
3 жыл бұрын
Did it fit??
Really helpful thank you
does it leave a mark in your wrist, ?
Thanks I’m gonna try and buy one after I pay off my phone 😁
What are you doing to have smashed both of your Watches' screens?
@randerodr7389
3 жыл бұрын
Word. Maybe buy a cover first ? Was wondering how a case affects the touch screen too.
Online measurements had me at 10. Went in person and used the official tool at Apple. Apple Staff referenced the outside edge (weird): 5 or 6 (which were too small). The arrows pointed at 9. I tried on some bands and am either a 7 or an 8. Not sure how the online tool or official tool were so off for me. Definitely good to try in person if possible. 9 or 10 would've been no good. Definitely go smaller by a size or even 2 sizes.
@dunsin7253
3 жыл бұрын
How many cm is your wrist
Good information, thanks
Why are they only for Watch 4++ ?
good video, thanks. I ordered 1 size below what I came to in cm - for the rubber loop. Hope it's OK!
@Tundra211
3 жыл бұрын
I did the same. Now Im wondering if I should have went 2 sizes down
My wrist is 17.3 cm. Braided loop size 6 fits perfectly. The Silicon loop, size 7 fits perfectly.
@gonzalodejo7413
3 жыл бұрын
Broo u have the same measurements as me. I don’t know whether to buy the size 5 or 6 with the silicon loop
I saw that when you were measuring your wrist the tape measure close to your hand. I think you should measure a little lower from your hand like 1 cm lower, because it’s not exact place on your wrist that you wear the watch.
How does it handle sweat?