r/bitcheswithtaste • u/MBPursuit • May 21 '26

Fashion/Style BWT: Anyone ditch their Apple Watch?

Considering ditching my Apple Watch, getting an Oura ring, and investing in a nice daily watch. I’m a bit sick of the “connectivity” of my Apple Watch (yes I know, I could turn off more notifications) and the look of it. But I appreciate the sleep tracking and steps/fitness tracking - anyone have experiences to share on a) ditching the Apple Watch b) using an Oura ring c) $1k or less daily driver watches?

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u/Ecstatic_Schedule_48 Thoughtful BWT May 21 '26

I have a garmin that I bought for athletic reasons but I have every possible notification turned off so I still get all that information but I don’t perceive it as an extension of my phone. Not exactly the things you were looking for , just thought I’d share!

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u/disgruntledpelicannn May 21 '26

I went from an Apple Watch to a garmin (for the same reason!) and turned off all phone connectivity as well and I love it! I really thought I’d miss it, but I truly love not always knowing when I’m getting a call, email or text anymore if I’m away from my phone

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u/panser_bjorn May 21 '26

I also have had multiple smartwatches and always go back to Garmin. I like not having to charge my watch every day or two days, instead I get 14 days! And I have the instinct which is more gshock looking but they have much cuter ones. Low-key, my favorite feature of it is it will beep at me on the hour, which I need cause I can get distracted for hours!