The deal in a nutshell: is it worth preordering?
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 are the latest Samsung smartwatches, now available for preorder with launch-day delivery, upgraded health tracking, larger batteries, and retailer-specific preorder offers that include trade-in credits, store credit, and gift cards. If you want one at launch, these preorder deals are a solid way to soften the price without waiting months for discounts. The Galaxy Watch 9 keeps the same starting price as the Watch 8 at USD 379.99 (approx. RM1,740) for Bluetooth, while LTE models start at USD 429.99 (approx. RM1,970). The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 jumps to USD 699.99 (approx. RM3,200), which is USD 50 (approx. RM230) more than the previous Ultra. With up to USD 250 (approx. RM1,150) trade-in credit or up to USD 100 (approx. RM460) in store bonuses available, preordering is worth it if you can stack those offers.
Price, launch timing, and retailer-by-retailer preorder offers
Both the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 are open for preorder now and are scheduled to be available from August 7. The standard Galaxy Watch 9 comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes, starting at USD 379.99 (approx. RM1,740) for Bluetooth and USD 429.99 (approx. RM1,970) for LTE, matching the current price of the Galaxy Watch 8. The 47mm Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 starts at USD 699.99 (approx. RM3,200), USD 50 (approx. RM230) more than the first Ultra. Buying direct from Samsung can get you up to USD 250 (approx. RM1,150) trade-in credit on either watch plus USD 100 (approx. RM460) Samsung Store credit on Ultra 2 preorders. Another retailer is also offering up to USD 250 (approx. RM1,150) trade-in on qualifying devices. Amazon’s limited-time launch deal instead gives you a USD 100 (approx. RM460) gift card with Ultra 2 or USD 50 (approx. RM230) with the Galaxy Watch 9, ideal if you often shop there.
| Model / Store | Key preorder price | Main preorder perks |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Watch 9 | From USD 379.99 (approx. RM1,740) Bluetooth; USD 429.99 (approx. RM1,970) LTE | Up to USD 250 (approx. RM1,150) trade-in credit at Samsung; USD 50 (approx. RM230) Amazon gift card; bundle discounts on earbuds and bands at Samsung |
| Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 | From USD 699.99 (approx. RM3,200) | Up to USD 250 (approx. RM1,150) trade-in credit at Samsung; USD 100 (approx. RM460) Samsung Store credit; USD 100 (approx. RM460) Amazon gift card; trade-in offers at another major retailer |
Galaxy Watch 9 preorder: mainstream health tracker with no price hike
The Galaxy Watch 9 preorder targets buyers who want a daily smartwatch with stronger health features but no price jump over the Watch 8. It keeps the classic round design in 40mm and 44mm sizes, with a lightweight aluminum case and Samsung’s cushion silhouette for comfortable all-day wear. Inside, you get a bright Super AMOLED display, a five-core Qualcomm SDW6100 processor built on 3nm, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage for apps and music. The battery is 390mAh, designed for round-the-clock use so you can track daytime activity and overnight sleep. On the health side, it includes heart-rate monitoring, sleep tracking, sleep apnea detection backed by the FDA, and AI-powered wellness insights such as a Heart Health Score. Color options at launch include cream or graphite for the 40mm case and graphite or silver for the 44mm. If you want these features on day one, preorder offers are the cheapest way to enter the new generation.
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 deals: the first big upgrade to Samsung’s rugged smartwatch
According to one source, “the battery on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 now has a 35% increase in capacity over its predecessor,” jumping to 800mAh for longer endurance in the field. This is the first major upgrade to the Ultra line in two years, focused on outdoor and endurance use. The 47mm Ultra 2 has a 1.52-inch Super AMOLED display rated up to 5,000 nits for clear visibility in bright sunlight, 2GB of memory, and 64GB of storage. Battery life is quoted at up to 80 hours, doubled from the Galaxy Watch 9’s up to 40 hours. It also ups durability to 10ATM and IP69K, making it better suited to harsh conditions. On the software side, Ultra 2 adds features such as Trail Run for detailed elevation and terrain tracking plus Nutrition Alerts based on sweat loss, expanding on Samsung’s earlier hydration reminders. With stacked trade-in bonuses and store or gift card credits, launch deals help offset its higher starting price.
Buy if / Skip if
- Buy the Galaxy Watch 9 if you want an upgraded Samsung smartwatch launch experience with advanced health tracking at the same starting price as the Watch 8 and can benefit from trade-in or gift card preorder offers.
- Skip the Galaxy Watch 9 if you are happy with your current smartwatch and would rather wait for post-launch discounts instead of tying up cash before reviews and long-term battery tests arrive.
- Buy the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 if you need a rugged outdoor Samsung smartwatch with up to 80 hours of battery life, a 5,000-nit display, and launch-day preorder offers that include trade-in credit plus store or Amazon gift cards.
- Skip the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 if you do not need extreme durability or endurance features and find the higher starting price difficult to justify even with the available preorder bonuses.
