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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.If you're in the market for a budget-friendly Apple Watch, the SE 2nd Gen is currently $80 off during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Normally priced at $299, the current discount brings the smartwatch down 27% to $219. This is as low a price as this watch ever gets, according to price-tracking tools.Apple currently sells three Apple Watch models: the Series 10, Ultra 2, and second-generation SE. The SE line comes with the smallest size option and bare minimum specs, making it the go-to budget option for most smartwatch wearers. Its aluminum body packs a 1,000 nit display, a battery thats advertised to hold up to an 18-hour charge, the S8 chip (powering features like Siri and Find my iPhone), and an optical heart rate monitor. Youll get water resistance up to a 164 feet depth, and for a $50 up-charge, you can add in the ability to connect a cellular plan. For more details, check Apples site. Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) $219.00 at Amazon $299.00 Save $80.00 Get Deal Get Deal $219.00 at Amazon $299.00 Save $80.00 Lifehacker's associate tech editor Michelle Ehrhardt confirms that the SE line has all the essentials you need. So, if you prefer a small, lightweight device with a minimal interface, now is the time to snag yourself the 2nd Gen SE.If you're looking for the something with a few more bells and whistles, but without sacrificing comfort and convenience, the Series 10 is 25% right now and is the best option for most people.Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including:The Best Over-Ear HeadphonesThe Best Wireless EarbudsThe Best Adjustable Dumbbell SetsThe Best Projectors