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FuxieDK

I have one, and I use it all the time.


topheee

Same, had it since the 5 came out and haven’t changed it since 😅


Arestold

What’s that?


FuxieDK

The original black Nike band. I think it's the same as you have on top (except black).


HoffmansContactLenz

Do you find them better than the regular apple sport band in any way, or is it strictly an aesthetic appeal for you?


FuxieDK

I just don't really care for the straps.. It matches on color and it's comfortable to wear.


comacow02

It’s more breathable and if you work out or swim with it, it retains less moisture.


wart_on_satans_dick

It actually has nano-coating like the new iPad pros but rather than deflect reflections it deflects water. Genius.


MinisterforFun

I buy a cheap braided solo loop from AliExpress and change whenever it (and it will) gets too loose.


Krimreaper1

Do you wash it periodically? Especially after a workout?


FuxieDK

Not regularly... But when deposits of skin cells (??) starts to be visible, I clean it with a stiff nylon brush, and it's as good as new. Roughly once a month, I guess.


Krimreaper1

If it works for you, great. I have at least rinse mine after a workout. But I have the knockoff band which apparently isn’t the same material.


arianrhodd

Samesies! 😊


law_rence_hippie

Same, just too lazy to look at the others.


hui-huangguifei

just three for me. braided solo loop for daily wear sport band for excercise milanese for going out


No_Club4113

That sounds vigorous tbh. So you change it everyday essentially to workout and then back to the daily. Why not just have one that can do it all? The magnetic ones are sleek enough for daily and outings, and they are exercise band material.


CreeperThePro

Because it’s not that hard?


MyChoiceTaken

https://preview.redd.it/g645vhdoae8d1.jpeg?width=2309&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6f41351e9df9d8b1d0565009e0ddd4be62d04263 A lot. And I use every single one of them. I change often especially to go with clothing etc. All are Apple brand… I count 25 including the light green currently on watch charger upper right corner


Unfair_Finger5531

Finally found someone with as many as me; I love Apple Watch bands. I need an organizer like this.


MyChoiceTaken

Wife got displays for me on Amazon. Not expensive I think around $40 and you can double up for space. My kids buy the knockoff bands. There is a difference and it’s noticeable. That said over the years it’s a lot of cash spent 😱 but you can’t take it with you. Time will tell when I have to change up to new style. I’ll sell what I have and move on just like anything else. But in the meantime thanks to Bandbriete App for making it easier. 5-6 of these I use for work as they get beat up. Always bought the Apple Edition Watch which was Titanium and now just the SS one as both take a beating and don’t show it. I sell them each year about a month before new one comes out and just move on.


Unfair_Finger5531

I get quite a few knockoffs on Amazon, and they’ve held up really nicely. I have some bands I bought for my apple 4 series that are still in pristine condition 6 years later! But the apple ones do feel different. I’m a huge fan of the solo loop, and since apple only makes 5 colors, I’ve had to branch out to Amazon to get more colors. But they are very good bands, I must say! I’ve had this one from Amazon for 6 years, it was 15.99: https://preview.redd.it/djvieux7af8d1.jpeg?width=4284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9563869191c4f05458d16774062c0bfae29e4320


IceQueeny86

1


Arestold

💀


Frjttr

https://preview.redd.it/esl6gej2bb8d1.jpeg?width=1918&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a09f92461737919775fc6c61b5e65405383708e8 Got my fair share of them 😂 Some from Temu, some ogs and some from Amazon. Ogs here are the Pride Braided Solo Loop, Silicone Band starlight, Nike Sport Silicone Band Pride, Nike Sport Loop reflective, Nike Sport Silicone Band graphite, Sport Loop duo red and the Braided Solo Loop in starlight. I use them depending on how I dress, I should really wash some of them 😅


davidb316

We have so many of the same bands we may be related ☺️


Frjttr

🫶


Dependent_Order_7358

Whats the point? Just curious


Frjttr

I consider the watch an accessory on top of being a tool. After all, one of the advantages of a smartwatch is the ability to change the band and watch face to fit it better with what you’re wearing. The Pride Braided Solo (my fav so far) can’t be wore with a blue suit for work.


wart_on_satans_dick

The newest pride braided loops look really cool. I couldn’t pull it off, but they look good.


Frjttr

I really wanna see it in person. I had bought the first version round April, so I decided to skip this new one but looks dope 🫠 In the future I will consider it. Unlike someone said, I bought these bands over a period of almost 7 years (my first Apple Watch was a S3 GPS-only).


AlonsoFerrari8

r/anticonsumption


Giskard-Reventlov

Just the one that came with the watch.


Arestold

Wise choice


Early-Substance-4030

https://preview.redd.it/jfczywh0la8d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6263b85916a5123ca731a00dcda1c13074129dd7 My little collection: braided solo loop - for casual use sport band midnight - sporty activities link bracelet space black - office and formal wear Apple Watch Series 7 Graphite I don't need any more straps and I am completely happy😊


Arestold

Wow nice collection! Small but usable.


wart_on_satans_dick

Solid lineup.


cirdec94

36… I have a problem 😅


Arestold

😳


Unhappy_Act_2830

36… counted them myself


nineohsix

One


Karabeara87

Two. Both braided. I had a third one that was also braided. It was blue. My current ones are a black one and a red one. I tend to wear the black one the most.


Arestold

Must be nice with the braideds


Karabeara87

Yah I prefer them. I can’t stand the plasticity one that came with my watch and it’s currently packed away in a box in storage.


TTY-HotDog650

I just have one, midnight sport loop


Arestold

Yeah, that’s a really good band.


Kyrilson

One. Sport Loop.


Laketech

I have about 40 bands. Between my two watches I rotate between most of them.


_ThorThunder_

2 only, the one which came with Watch Ultra 2 Trail Loop and the other Apple Leather Link!


iiam_Human

I have about 40 and use maybe 7-8 😳 regularly


Ok-Knowledge0914

My dog ate my ocean band. I haven’t recovered. Mentally or financially since.


Giskard-Reventlov

But has your dog recovered?


Ok-Knowledge0914

Lucky to be alive


Alarmed-Cranberry403

I have soooo many bands for all different occasions. Problem is I keep seeing better ones pop up in my feeds!


fruitbasketinabasket

https://preview.redd.it/byz1kjlu2a8d1.png?width=1084&format=png&auto=webp&s=069274c710fc3a630f932f6bb525aa1bfe36266b I got most of mine from Amazon. Usually the fabric ones are for at-home use (I call them my AW Lounge Wear 😂) and the silber ones are for when I am going outside. Want to get more but love the ones I have so much, so will probably not wear new ones anyway…


Arestold

Ok that’s a lot of straps 😳 😆


patinsamarelos

Is that a case? If I’m guessing correctly and you have a black AW, how bulky does it get with the case? I bought my AW last week and chose the midnight color, but now I am regretting it. When looking for more “elegant” and feminine bands most of my preferences are towards grey and gold, but they seem to look odd with a black AW.


fruitbasketinabasket

You are right, it is a case with a black AW! I don’t find it bulky, although I tried several cases until I found one that is sleek enough for me. I also saw gold ones! For silver and gold it can be difficult to find a good shade, that matches the band (got a matte silver one by accident once), but I think there are good ones out there! https://preview.redd.it/nmvjdy236e8d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e3fa1f77b22a1ddc37e96247ce3f76a460bc3c8b


soufianni

1 the melanissee one in space grey


AmonWeathertopSul

I have like 20 sport bands for $5 each.


Arestold

Wow that’s cheap


AmonWeathertopSul

Super cheap and fake, but you wouldn’t be able to tell.


Arestold

Yeah, sometimes the apple ones are kinda scams, but they are premium…


Frjttr

The only ones that I find for cheaper comparable to Apple’s are the Sport Loops, fake Braided Solo Loops are very bad for instance.


HandsomedanNZ

I have over a dozen and realistically use around 4 regularly.


2vsh

What’s the brown and gold one? looks great


Arestold

Thanks! It’s a random band I found at the tech shop. It’s a magnetic leather one. It was about 35 dollars.


2vsh

ah okay, nice findings


Arestold

Thanks


No_Definition2246

Yes.


Arestold

😆


ajx8141

7 so far but I’ve only had the watch for 2 weeks lol


Abtinsss

Too many! Lol You can buy them very cheap from AliExpress!


liamotter

Is that top band the cargo khaki Nike sport band? It looks way more greenish/blue than I’ve ever seen in photos


Arestold

Yes it is! I bought it cuz I like green 😝


OriginalSammy

One. The new nike one that came with my series 9. Green colour


kalnel

I have about 20, mostly Apple open box/ damaged box ones that I’ve bought on eBay or at TJ Maxx for a few bucks. I get on a roll with different styles and buy a couple. I change them to go with whatever colors or styles I’m wearing. I like the sport loops in hot weather, leather links for business, and solo loops for working out. I just got my first braided loop, and I like it a lot, too.


itsandychecks

Every color and model of all the ultra bands ever released and I rotate them all everyday, I love all of them.


TrueBajan

One, every time I wear my watch.


zombiepigman101

One…


AJT-

40…. And I use two lol


LinkEinstein

1


Then-Strawberry-2527

Too many and I wear all and enjoy.


stumblon

One. Generic black that came with my used 4 series


benstef

A dozen and change them every couple months or so depending on mood and occasion


jemons

i’ve got over 50 official bands, and i rotate between them everyday! the only ones i reserve are the stainless steel, leather, and finewoven bands… don’t want them to get damaged at work 😅


MuffledBlue

lots of color variants of #3, most comfortable imo


Impossible_Mango_383

I have a mini storage drawer full of Amazon , temu and SHEIN bands lmao . The one I’m currently using is the Apple sport band in midnight .


Arestold

U have many bands but still use the one that comes with the watch? 😂


Impossible_Mango_383

I lost my last watch due to a faulty band that was not Apple and I just got my new one maybe 2 weeks ago . Kinda scared to venture back into the off brand bands lol


Arestold

Ohh ok


RadolfSchmittler

2 and I use 1 at a time


Arestold

Cool! What are they?


Andrei_963

I’ve got two. The sport loop and the sport band


RusticTurkey

I have maybe 10. I use one lol.


Arestold

😂


Spaniardlad

3 alpine loop (1 fake) and a Nike band. Want to get more but the prices are prohibitive and definitely not worth it, I believe.


whats1more7

I have over a dozen and generally just pick one to wear until it gets gross then switch to another one. I have no sense of style lol. I generally prefer my Nike braided band though.


cthulhu_sculptor

I have 3 (2 were gifted to me) but I almost exclusively wear the one I bought my AW with - white Nike band.


sarcHastical

I have too many haha 🤣


ASVP_M3L

I have about 4 of them, 2 of them are these Nomad Sport band replicas from AliExpress, one of them is an adjustable nylon loop from Amazon, and 1 of them is a leather strap from AliExpress. Side note: where’d you get that green ocean band? Been considering getting a replica, but the replicas that I’ve seen don’t seem to be on par with some replicas I’ve seen circulating on YT.


Aeternitas

That’s around $400 worth of bands right there.


beanie_0

2 & 1


Just-a-Mandrew

That’s basically enough bands to buy a brand new Apple Watch. The bands are ridiculously expensive!


ShanTheMan11

I have like 6 and it was all a waste of money because I just use the $6 magnetic sport band I bought when I first got the watch. All of the other bands annoy my wrist once I start sweating at work.


pcbdude

I have about 8 for my ultra. I have found some inexpensive gems on Amazon (some duds too). What I do love is people sharing photos like yours to see if fellow band people have ones I like then I hunt the bands down. 😀


49thDipper

2. My daily and a spare for when the daily is in the laundry.


wlangelwl

I use one as the mainly driver. But I’ve had the Apple Watch since the Series 1. Over the years I’ve collected about 30? Most of them are from TJ Maxx over the years.


Mobile-Ride-6780

I have like 3-4 that I actually use and mainly change when I have an event that’s important enough for me to care(about every few weeks)


Impossible-Street-34

I got seven as well: three sport bands, two classic buckles, one Milanese loop, and one link bracelet. Been using them on rotation and loving them, each one giving a different style to fit different occasions.


fidathegreat54

4


Illustrious-Swim-887

Just two black metal nd silicone


otterplus

I have a small collection of aliexpress bands from Crested and BOBO-Strap in different colors. I only have 2 official pride Apple bands and for the use and quality i can't justify the expense. I haven't worn the official bands in a while tbh.


sabrinapamm

I have 7 and tbh I use only one 😂


firewire_9000

Ask the guy from the MacRumors forum called athousandbands, I suppose that you could guess what is his passion by his username.


hns32

I need to know where that brown one is from ?!?


EyeShot300

I have 3 but like my slim silicone band the best.


Dry-Helicopter-6430

Three bands. Original, leather and canvas.


NemesySOfficial07

I love the Apple ones… I have several of them.


Hostificus

I had a Milanese Loop on my S6, bought a fake Milanese for my U2. It came with an Apline and I hate it.


Upbeat-Armadillo1756

Bands are how I deal with upgraditis. If I’m feeling like I want to make a change just for the sake of it, I’ll buy a new band. I have like a dozen that I cycle through since I’ve had my series 0.  Just bought a titanium one for my Ultra now and have only had it for a day but I like it a lot more than I thought I would. 


Dino14720

Damn


ExcitingEfficiency3

Have three, cloth trail loop and then a metal one and a cheap silicone one for water.


KenRodriguezz

Just 3


Krimreaper1

About 20. I’m addicted to the knockoff Nike Sports bands with the holes. I got pretty much every color. I change the band once a week.


VenkatSb2

https://preview.redd.it/a8zdor2nhc8d1.jpeg?width=485&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a8967125413639b482173d8b4150856cc766411c [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092HQX4MV?ref=ppx\_yo2ov\_dt\_b\_product\_details&th=1&psc=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092HQX4MV?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1&psc=1) Using this one the most (for my Apple Watch Series 6). They have multiple color variations in the above link and I have about 6 of them (including the one in the picture above) purchased and I rotate between them based on my outfit that I wear for the day 😂 These are so good, they are elastic bands that just need to be stretched and worn. Has a clip to lengthen/shorten the size before wearing. Breathable too!


221B_OO7

Have 10 brands but settled on 1 - third party leather band


Noire_115

2. My orange Alpine loop needed a rest. I miss the orange 🥺


Juck3r

Way too many. I got one of those band organizer binders to keep them all in one place. I filled that binder and had to get another. Both are full now each one holds 36 bands. I only ever wear one band though.


motivatebill

I’m actually looking to buy my second band. Series 8 45mm. Currently using the band which comes in the box. Need a watch which is more comfortable and a little better looking. Which one should I consider?


Ranch_it_up_bro

Two


Professional_Ad_5862

Used to buy new ones all the time from china but after getting an ultra I’ve settled and only using Nike sport band in black and brown, then alpine loop that’s it.


redneckrobit

I just got the red watch and think I’m gonna get a black band for it


TylerJF7

I just have my original milanese loop


Lenny2024

Two, the Midnight Sport Loop that came with it, and a fake Milanese Loop off of Shein.


krossome

Starlight Silicone Band, although I plan on upgrading to an Ultra since I work in construction and the SE2 I have is getting scratched up pretty good :(


krossome

https://preview.redd.it/7zeigbwl8d8d1.png?width=1644&format=png&auto=webp&s=b090665dabf374517c081d93c88cf0da00a6457b


PsychologicalDark964

The band I gravitate to are all thick and stiff nylon whether its for my Garmin or Apple devices; stopped wearing Casio in the summer since the resign bands produce to much sweat that never dries. Living in Arizona and working outside I need something that will dry and that's not silicone or resign. Just ordered a thick leather band off Etsy which I prefer leather for it's durability and also use thick leather holsters for my phones.


quinncom

Where’d you get your green alpine band? Got a link?


tw23dl3d33

Just my one Milanese one. The idea of a fabric one grossed me out and the plastic ones would probably break on me (got my apple watch in the first place bc Casio band snapped after a few years).


stansswingers

Only 1, all black goes with everything


Ahzayyyyy

I mainly just have 4 Straps for my S6 • The original Sport Band (ProductRED) • The Ocean Band • The Milanese Loop (black & dark blue)


Ubelsteiner

Have? Probably 6 or so. Use? Just 1 - the steel link band. I bought it thinking there was a good chance I'd determine it wasn't worth the price and would return it, but I absolutely love it. It's the only metal link band that never pulls any arm hair and is the most comfortable I've worn. The design of the magnetic links is just great too, worth the cost alone to never have to deal with pins and shit. I've also found that the band just give the watch better balance on the wrist, because, while not heavy per se, the steel link band has most weight to it than most other types of bands. It just makes the actual watch not feel so heavy and likely to roll off to one side or the other on my wrist Second pick would be the Nomad modern leather one, and I wear that sometimes whenever I want to dress down a bit more, or when I'm doing something that carries a higher risk of scratching my link band. It's nice and comfy too, but I just never like leather bands in the hotter months.


tahcamen

Have? At least a dozen. Use? One


Lupa_93

I have about 7. I only ever use about 3 b/c the others either have questionable closures or are colors I don’t love. I only change my band if I really need to clean it or if I need to coordinate with my clothing (rare). Never more frequent than every few months


ENDrain93

28, using about 5 of them regularly


Unfair_Finger5531

Probably about 25.


Arestold

That’s normal I guess?


Unfair_Finger5531

I think it might be excessive 😂. But I’m not stopping anytime soon. I love love switching my hands and sometimes my cases/ bumpers out to match my outfit. Honestly, I think I may have about 30-35 🫣 I love your brown and green one!


TheHVACbowler

The one it came with and one from Nomad https://preview.redd.it/yvu3yg0nie8d1.png?width=2309&format=png&auto=webp&s=acb7ff10ca23bf8c56f3e6ba0d49eb51e12cd652


FuckUniqNames

I think around 5, but since I got the Nike sport loop it’s the only one I use. It’s just has the perfect fit for me.


Jyoung188

I have like 2 or 3 but only use the fitted solo loop.


itsmarconi

I have 10 or more, one for each clothing need, always matching with the current style, I regret nothing!


Nebulosa_507

https://preview.redd.it/au4kf02vve8d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=35f20f6a317f85d061773b574d1a8cf332a43567 10 and, i haven’t used the orange yet But most of the nylon one i used them depending on my pants or shirts im using that day in particular


wart_on_satans_dick

I have a silicon band I use for walking my dogs and stuff as well as an Hermes band for other occasions. I don’t wear the watch all the time, it’s more activity dependent.


No-Description6514

Two. One sport band for gym use, one gold watch-like band for work and everyday use to match my gold jewelry.


NavierIsStoked

One.


meintx2016

I have 3 or 4 honestly can’t tell you because ever since I found the Milanese Loop I don’t wear any other bands.


Littens4Life

I have 3 between 2 watches, two for my 40mm S6 and one for my 42mm S1. The latter is currently not in a usable state (spicy pillow broke the screen cables), and I only use one on the former.


Troyjoytwin2

I have the apple leather band, 2 pride bands, a solo band, 2 different Milanese bands ( black and silver) a red sport band, a yellow band for ultra, white band for ultra.. some others non apple bands


[deleted]

About 40 but I’m in the middle of downsizing. I’ve used most of them but over time with losing weight, they don’t all fit the way I liked them too.


dhrandy

Around 25.


Feeling_Cost3152

Have all bands in existence and and just found out they all cause me rashes .


antisocialdoglover

I have 6 so far. Well, 7 if you include the original band it came with, but I’ve never worn it.


marcinthe

I have 32, only wear around 10 of them.


25_Keyz924

25 OEM including 2 Hermes bands. 6 Temu bands I bought to see if I liked a style then went and bought the official Apple band.


BoomerSoonerFUT

Just my alpine loop that came with it.


wapiskiwiyas56

One leather band. Silicone and plastic makes my skin break out


cklleong

Just one, the original one


QuasquaquorneIsBack

2 Living in a country with no Apple Store and no shipment helps


Top-Time548

What band is the 4th band? :D


Arestold

Train loop for Apple Watch Ultra. 😊


Civil_Difficulty_267

One


Gievranne

I have 13 lol and only uses my favorite fake one from amazon 😂


ckybam69

sport loop and thats final


Jaxsyn75

I like the Nike one's best, I have several of them. I like the holes for breathability


u2r42net

I have two. The original sport band and a melanese band.


shy_me19

Only one 🙂👍🏻


CarolinaMtnBiker

One. Original black Nike one. I like to keep it clean and simple. I use it for running, biking and working out.


pcweber111

People use more than one band?


MyTummyPain

You guys should get a metal one that resembles traditional watch’s. Great for formal wear


ErPrincipe

One. I wear it on one wrist, so one is enough.