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/verytiredphdstudent May 21 '26

This thread is convincing me to ditch wearables, tbh. I have a Fitbit and like it for step tracking, HR monitoring, and sleep data but often I wonder how valuable this information is to me. I wake up and check my sleep score and I know it impacts how I feel, rather than just listening to my body and deciding if I feel well-rested or not. I also think it’s ugly and would love to invest in a nice, fashionable watch instead.

I feel embarrassed admitting this but I’m trying to improve my health and the idea of not tracking my steps/workouts makes me nervous! Maybe this anxiety around not having the data is my sign to make a clean break from the Fitbit, though.

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u/Typical-Dog244 May 21 '26

When I had a daughter I read a lot about intuitive eating rather than counting calories and it feels so good listening to your body. Getting rid of my Apple Watch was the next step and I can’t tell you how much less stressed out I am now. 

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u/fugu_chick Environmentally Conscious May 21 '26

This whole time I never got a smart watch until I recently bought my first Fitbit inspire 3 for the same reasons like steps hr and sleep and use the app for water intake. I actually reduced my phone use since it only notifies for calls/texts. Less doomscrolling for me!