Treat Your Wrist to the Best Apple Watch Bands of 2025

Quince takes our #1 spot for best Apple Watch bands overall. Not only do they have a great selection ranging from stainless steel to croc-embossed leather to acetate, but the quality rivals designer styles that cost three or four times more! This style in particular is available in gold, silver, and mixed metal tones, and rings in at just under $50.

Here’s another gorgeous Quince pick. It features a double band that’s twice as fun and rivals the look of an iconic designer watch, but for just $35. This steel blue strap is impossibly chic, but it’s also available in five other leather colors, like brick red and neutral camel.

Can’t choose between leather and mesh? Why not get both? One half of this strap is made from classic leather, while the other half is steel mesh (which won’t tarnish or change colors over time). The watch uses a magnetic closure to make size adjustments and getting it on a breeze.

Tory Burch makes some of our favorite watch bands, with styles that are sporty, elegant, and everything in between. This bracelet features shiny gold hardware and a gleaming logo clasp, marrying a classic look with the modern technology of an Apple Watch. 

Speaking of Tory Burch, this practical style makes it so much easier to swap bands. Instead of fussing around with reattaching pieces together, its genius design allows you to easily but securely pop in your Apple face in seconds. And because it’s made of silicone, it’s the sweat-proof accessory you need for a quick hop on a treadmill to track your steps.

Machete makes some of our favorite hair accessories, but turns out they make amazing watch bands, too. This tortoise shell link version is made from the same acetate that the brand’s claw clips are, and it has a quick-release clasp that makes putting your watch on extremely easy.

Wear your heart on your sleeve if you love Coach with this logo-printed strap. It’s printed with the brand’s signature monogram but it’s subtle and neutral enough to wear every day. There are simpler styles for Coach fans to turn to: The brand also makes a beautiful, brown leather strap with ionic-plated hardware, too.

Sometimes you need a special occasion band that will make an appearance at weddings and holiday parties — a band that will scream, “I’m ready for my close-up.” Here’s the answer to your search for such an unapologetically stunning accessory: a gold bracelet with art deco-esque geometric links. Prepare to receive endless compliments on the sophisticated style. 

If you’re the type of person who needs your accessories to perfectly match your outfits, consider purchasing a pack of straps. We love this Amazon find because the bands come in a variety of muted neutral tones that will complement any outfit without upstaging you.

If leather is your preferred watch band material, it doesn’t get much better than these sustainably made options from Hyer Goods. Made with premium-quality leather scraps leftover from luxury handbag production, they’re made to be comfortable and chic. They come in two sizes, two different kinds of hardware, and several different colors, including summer-ready baby blue and cherry red.

Some Apple Watch aficionados don’t have time to mess around. For those who only want to prioritize a single, substantial piece that you can rely on, stainless steel may be the answer. This no-nonsense band is thick, sturdy, and a great fit for those of us with a monochromatic wardrobe. 

Butter yellow has been a trendy color for well over a year, and we can’t get enough of it. This is a great way to dip your toe into the color if you aren’t ready to commit to a bigger wardrobe piece, and it’s easy to swap if you ever happen to get tired of it. Made from water- and sweat-resistant material, this band can easily be adjusted with one hand.

Speaking of no nonsense, this sturdy band is tailor-made for situations when you’re working with your hands and really need to feel secure. Buyers say this band lasts multiple years, and since it boasts military-grade shock-resistance, it can handle a lot of wear and tear. 

If you miss the elegance of the timepieces of yore, you’ll be pleased to know that brands like Kendra Scott are committed to bringing that classic look to contemporary technology. It’s a bit of a splurge, but it’ll elevate your style and tone down the techie aesthetic.

We love this strap because of its sleek design and the hearty quality of this thick leather, but the band gets bonus points for addressing a specific issue: sweat. The underside of this band is textured to ensure comfort and cut down on any annoying mid-workout slickness. Now, you can do push ups in (relative) peace.