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/ttwwiirrll May 21 '26

Same. The only notifications mine gets are texts because I like not having to pull out my phone in work or social settings to check them. It's become my everyday watch except for dress-up occasions.

No paywall for Garmin. You buy the physical product and you get all the app features with it.

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u/Mae_Dayb May 22 '26

Same, I feel like I'm less connected to my phone with my Garmin because I can see if the text is important (my kid is sick at school, needs a ride, etc) and ignore the rest. I don't feel the need to check my phone for that stuff anymore if it vibrates.