The Apple Watch Ultra costs upwards of $800. This one — the DT Ultra 3 — looks nearly identical and rings up at $79.99. So the obvious question: can a clone that costs a tenth of the price actually hold its own? Here's the honest verdict.
The Design (Let's Be Honest)
There's no groundbreaking design language here — it's an Apple design, plain and simple. But that's exactly the appeal. Because it's true to form, genuine Apple Watch straps click right in. Swap in whatever band you prefer from the Apple series — a soft mesh black band, for example, feels premium and super comfortable. For anyone chasing the Ultra look without the Ultra price, that authenticity matters.
The Interface & Apps
The classic DT interface is on board, with a spread of watch faces — some interactive (tap to change on the go), others that play as video clips (there's a car-themed one for the gearheads). Functionally it does everything the DT Watch Ultra does: exercise tracking, games, video playback, and more.
The real step forward? Third-party app support, including navigation similar to Google Maps. That's a genuine upgrade for the brand. If the onboard faces don't cut it, the companion Watch Pro app offers more — just be warned, it's ad-heavy. Every time you leave and return to the interface, you're clicking ads away. It's the trade-off for not paying hundreds of dollars up front.
The Drawbacks
This is where "cheap" shows itself:
- No multitasking. Start a workout or a timer, and you're locked out of every other watch function until you end it.
- Phone calls take over. Once you're on a call, the rest of the watch is inaccessible.
- Rough edges. Occasional interface glitches and incorrect text could annoy a premium user.
- Recorder limits. You can't delete onboard recordings from the watch itself — you need the app.
Battery Life
Rated around 48 hours in testing — meaning you're charging every other night, especially with Raise to Wake on. That's a noticeable step down from its Galaxy-style cousin, which stretched to a couple of days. (Battery could vary by unit — worth watching.)
Bottom Line
The DT Ultra 3 is for the person who wants that Apple Watch Ultra look with genuinely decent functionality — but can't (or won't) pay the price for the real fruit. It's not refined, and it's not pretending to be. At $79.99, it's an honest compromise: real Apple-band compatibility, third-party apps, and a convincing look, balanced against multitasking limits and middling battery.
Want the Ultra aesthetic on a budget? This delivers. Expecting Apple polish? You know the answer.