How to Find your Apple Watch Model Number

Nana Yaw Jr.
7 min readNov 17, 2021

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What series does my Apple Watch belong to? This is how to tell the difference between each Apple Watch model, from the most recent Apple Watch 7 to the first-generation Apple Watch Series 1.

If you need to purchase an Apple Watch case or band, or you want to upgrade to the Apple Watch Series 7 and need to know which Apple Watch model you have to trade in, knowing how to recognize which Apple Watch series you have is useful, especially because many Watch models seem identical. Let’s take a look at the best ways to figure out what Apple Watch you have.

How to Find Your Apple Watch Model Number

The Apple model number is the most accurate and convenient way to determine which series your Apple Watch belongs to. The only drawback is that once you’ve discovered the model number, you’ll need to go back and search it up in the Apple Watch generations lists. Don’t worry; I’ve gathered them all below to save you time. First, here’s how to figure out what model of Apple Watch you have:

  • On your iPhone, open the Apple Watch app.
  • Go to the My Watch page, then to General.
  • Tap About.
  • Tap on your screen to reveal the model number.
  • A new four-digit number followed by the letter A will show once you tap on the number. This is the model number of your Apple Watch.

Your Apple Watch’s model number will inform you which series it belongs to. Can use the table below to check up your model number easily

Apple Watch Generations Model Numbers

Use this table to figure out which Apple Watch series your watch belongs to, and then click the links to learn more about each Apple Watch series and its features, which will help you figure out which watch you have. Because model numbers can be applied across several designs within the same series or generation (for example, Nike and Hermes), the more specific features and stats of your model will assist you to figure out which Apple Watch you have.

Model Number Apple Watch Generation A1553
A1554 Apple Watch 1st Generation, 38mm
Apple Watch 1st Generation, 42mm A1802
A1803 Series 1, 38mm
Series 1, 42mm A1757
A1758 Series 2, 38mm
Series 2, 42mm A1816
A1817 Series 2 Apple Watch Edition, 38mm
Series 2 Apple Watch Edition, 42mm A1860, A1889, A1890
A1861, A1891, A1892 Series 3 GPS + Cellular, 38mm
Series 3 GPS + Cellular, 42mm A1858
A1859 Series 3 GPS, 38mm
Series 3 GPS, 42mm A1975, A2007
A1976, A2008 Series 4 GPS + Cellular, 40mm
Series 4 GPS + Cellular, 44mm A1977
A1978 Series 4 GPS, 40mm
Series 4 GPS, 44mm A2094, A2159
A2095, A2157 Series 5 GPS + Cellular, 40mm
Series 5 GPS + Cellular, 44mm A2092
A2093 Series 5 GPS, 40mm
Series 5 GPS, 44mm A2353, A2355
A2354, A2356 Apple Watch SE GPS + Cellular, 40mm
Apple Watch SE GPS + Cellular, 44mm A2351
A2352 Apple Watch SE GPS, 40mm
Apple Watch SE GPS, 44mm A2293, A2375
A2294, A2376 Series 6 GPS + Cellular, 40mm
Series 6 GPS + Cellular, 44mm A2291
A2292 Series 6 GPS, 40mm
Series 6 GPS, 44mm Not yet known Series 7 GPS + Cellular, 40 mm
Series 7 GPS + Cellular, 44mm Not yet known Series 7 GPS, 40 mm
Series 7 GPS, 44mm

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Apple Watch Models & Features

You can really turn the watch over to look at the wording on the wrist side of the gadget on some versions. The back of the book could tell you all you need to know! Here are some more distinguishing characteristics of the various iterations of the Apple Watch, just in case.

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Apple Watch Series 7

GPS and GPS + Cellular are two options.

Cases come in two sizes: 40mm and 44mm.

Green, Blue, Starlight, Midnight, and Red are the hues of the aluminum casing.

Other distinguishing characteristics include Edge-to-edge with a wraparound look, the largest display size of any Apple Watch version thus far. The Digital Crown has a red ring around it.

Apple Watch Series 6

GPS and GPS + Cellular are two options.

Cases come in two sizes: 40mm and 44mm.

Space gray, gold, silver, red, and blue are among the aluminum case colors.

Colors of stainless steel cases include graphite, silver, and gold.

Titanium case colors: space black titanium

Other distinguishing characteristics include: The Digital Crown has a red ring around it. On the wrist side of the watch, there is a new blood oxygen sensor that consists of four LED clusters and four photodiodes arranged in a circle. On the ceramic back of this watch, there is additional information about the size, Apple Watch series number, water resistance, GPS/GPS + Cellular capabilities, glass type, and case metal type. The corresponding emblem may be seen here on the Nike or Hermès versions.

Apple Watch SE

GPS and GPS + Cellular are two options.

Cases come in two sizes: 40mm and 44mm.

Space gray, gold, and silver are the only colors available in aluminum.

Other distinguishing elements include a red ring on the Digital Crown on GPS + Cellular devices and a red ring on the Digital Crown on all other variants. On the wrist side of the watch, there is additional information about the size, Apple Watch series number, water resistance, GPS/GPS + Cellular capabilities, glass type, and case metal type.

Apple Watch Series 5

GPS and GPS + Cellular are two options.

Cases come in two sizes: 40mm and 44mm.

Space gray, gold, and silver are the hues of the aluminum casing.

The colors of stainless steel cases include graphite, silver, and gold.

Titanium case colors: space black titanium, titanium, titanium, titanium, titanium, titanium, titanium, titanium, titanium, titanium, titanium,

Ceramic: A white ceramic casing is available for the Apple Watch Edition.

Other distinguishing characteristics include: On GPS + Cellular devices, the Digital Crown has a red ring. The back is made of ceramic. On the rear of the watch, there is additional information about the size, Apple Watch series number, water resistance, GPS/GPS + Cellular capabilities, glass type, and case metal type. The corresponding emblem may be seen here on the Nike or Hermès versions.

Apple Watch Series 4

GPS and GPS + Cellular are two options.

Cases come in two sizes: 40mm and 44mm.

Space gray, gold, and silver are the hues of the aluminum casing.

Colors of stainless steel case: stainless steel, space black, and gold

Other distinguishing characteristics include: On GPS + Cellular devices, the Digital Crown has a red ring. Back is made of ceramic. On the rear of the watch, there is additional information about the size, Apple Watch series number, water resistance, GPS/GPS + Cellular capabilities, glass type, and case metal type. The corresponding emblem may be seen here on the Nike or Hermès editions.

Apple Watch Series 3

GPS or GPS + Cellular are two options.

Cases come in two different sizes: 38mm and 42mm.

Space gray, gold, and silver aluminum case colors

The casing is made of stainless steel and is space black in color.

Ceramic: A white or gray ceramic casing is available for the Apple Watch Edition.

Additional distinguishing characteristics include: GPS + Cellular versions have a red cover on the Digital Crown. For GPS + Cellular devices, the rear is made of ceramic, whereas for GPS alone models, it is made of composite. Size, Apple Watch series number, water resistance, GPS/GPS + Cellular capabilities, glass type, and case metal type are all listed on the rear of the watch. The accompanying symbol will be visible on the Nike or Hermès editions.

Apple Watch Series 2

Only GPS is an option.

Cases come in two sizes: 38mm and 42mm.

The colors of aluminum cases include space gray, gold, rose gold, and silver.

Stainless steel case colors: space black and stainless steel.

Ceramic: A white ceramic casing is available for the Apple Watch Edition.

Other distinguishing features: All versions have a ceramic back. The rear of the watch unit also includes information about the watch’s size, Apple Watch series number, and other essential specifications. The corresponding emblem may be seen here on the Nike or Hermès editions.

Apple Watch Series 1

Only GPS is an option.

Cases come in two sizes: 38mm and 42mm.

The colors of aluminum cases include space gray, gold, rose gold, and silver.

Other distinguishing features include a composite back. The rear of the watch unit also includes information about the watch’s size, Apple Watch series number, and other essential specifications.

Apple Watch (1st Generation)

Only GPS is an option.

Cases come in two sizes: 38mm and 42mm. Stainless steel or space black stainless steel are the two colors available for the Apple Watch. The back is made of ceramic. Space gray, rose gold, gold, and silver aluminum are the colors available for the Apple Watch Sport. The back is made of composite material.

18-karat yellow gold or 18-karat rose gold Apple Watch Edition Cap in white, blue, or black. The back is made of ceramic.

Other distinguishing features: The rear of the watch unit contains information about the watch’s size, Apple Watch series number, and other essential specifications. The Hermès emblem is also visible on the rear of the Apple Watch Hermès model.

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Nana Yaw Jr.

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