Keep a watch out for the Apple Watch.

Apple Watch sales have spiked which leads people to wonder if they are really worth the money.

This year, the Apple Watch seemed to be the hot ticket item that everyone wants. Whether or not they are worth the price is up in the air. The infamous watch has benefits as well as some drawbacks.

The Apple Watch has many features that contribute to the reason behind its great sales. “There are several great things about the watch that make the everyday things I do a lot easier,” said sophomore, Olivia Masden.

Many of the people who have the watch are avid exercisers and love the watch for its tracking abilities. “If you’re into fitness it would work well for you. You can keep track of calories, steps, etc. I think the watch would also be useful for kids who play sports,” said freshman, Makayla McMichael.

One of the biggest drawbacks about the watch that concerns people is the high price. The price for the watch starts at $349 for the 38mm and increases depending on screen size. “If you will use the watch I think it’s a great investment. It makes my days a lot easier and I love it,” said Masden.

However, for people who want to buy the watch for its fitness capabilities, there may be a cheaper alternative. “If you don’t want to spend as much money on the Apple Watch, the Fitbit is a lot less expensive. It does the same things the Apple Watch does as far as fitness goes,” said McMichael.

One great thing about the Apple watch is it has phone-like capabilities. “One pro of the Apple watch is you can text or call on it even if you don’t have your phone. You can also get notifications from apps like Twitter and Instagram,” said Masden.

Many people seem to love the watch and its many features. Whether you’re an avid exerciser or just want an easier way to have basic access to your phone at all times, the Apple watch could be a great option for you!