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Apple Watch accessories that are worth your time

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Since buying an Apple Watch a few months ago, I've been searching and trying out all sorts of accessories to protect, charge, and show off my shiny new toy. Below, the Apple Watch add-ons that were worthwhile.


This Nomad silicone sports strap is waterproof, made of a antimicrobial material, and is compatible with all 42mm Apple Watches. $42.



If you're looking for a cheaper silicone replacement band, this Been5le fits all models. $11.


These Belkin classic Italian leather wristbands are 3 mm thick and come in sizes for both 38mm and 42mm watches. $60.



For a more colorful option, this Case-Mate leather band has a bright blue interior. It works with all versions of the Apple Watch and comes with a lifetime warranty. $25.


If you have a favorite watch band company that doesn't make a model for the Apple Watch, don't worry. These stainless steel band adapters are available in three colors—grey, pink gold, and silver—and come in sizes for both the 38mm and 42mm models. $11.


Belkin products are some of the few that come with built-in magnetic Apple Watch chargers. The Belkin PowerHouse dock lets you charge your Apple Watch and iPhone at the same time. It comes with a built-in lightning cable for your iPhone and plugs into a standard wall outlet. $100.



There's also the Belkin Valet Charge Dock, which has a metal chrome finish and a weighted base so it won't tip over. $50.



If you're looking for a portable charger, Belkin makes a 6700-mAh powerbank that comes with a 3.9-inch micro-USB cable, which you can use to charge your Apple Watch eight times. $86.


If you use your Apple Watch for exercise, these Vi Bluetooth headphones are a must-have. —Apple HealthKit compatible—accessory. The built-in personal trainer works with Apple HealthKit to create a personalized workout. It learns how you run and monitors stats like your heart rate, motion, and elevation. The Harman Kardon headphones have waterproof earbuds that actually stay in your ears, plus a battery life that lasts all day. They also, of course, let you answer phone calls or listen to music from your watch or smartphone. $200.


This dock has an aluminum arm that rotates so you can change the angel of your screen, and works with all Apple Watch models. Apple magnetic charging cable is not included. $42.


Nomad's Pod Pro comes with a 6000-mAh battery—which means it can charge both your iPhone and Watch twice—has an anodized aluminum shell, and comes with a built-in lightning cable to charge your phone. The magnetic Apple Watch charging cable is not included. $52.


The Spigen rugged watch case is made of a durable TPU to protect your watch from dings and drops. The case is raised 1.2mm above the screen to protect the watch face from scratches. This case fits the 42mm Apple Watches and has a built-in aluminum button to maintain easy access to the watch controls. $14.


These flexible Apple Watch screen protectors are available for both 42mm and 38mm watches. The TechSkin protects against scratches, punctures, and UV light. $8.


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Written By Billy Cadden

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