Nickel Free Apple Watch Straps Guide

If you’ve got a nickel allergy it might be difficult to find an Apple Watch strap that’s completely nickel free. We’ve tested all of our straps to find out the best nickel free Apple Watch straps for you. Even with a nickel allergy there’s plenty of Apple Watch straps to choose from. 

Are stainless steel Apple Watch straps nickel free?

A common question we get is whether our Apple Watch straps made of stainless steel are nickel-free. The Milanese strap is one of the most popular Apple Watch straps, and completely made out of stainless steel. A lot of straps also feature stainless steel buckles and buttons to close the strap securely.

Unfortunately, all stainless steel contains some nickel. The nickel, along with chromium, gives stainless steel its rust-free properties. Even though most stainless steel contains a small amount of nickel, if you’ve got a nickel allergy it's best to avoid any stainless steel watch straps. 

What kind of Apple Watch straps can I wear with a nickel allergy?

There’s still plenty of Apple Watch straps that are nickel free to choose from though. We’ve selected a range of products for you that we recommend if you’ve got a nickel allergy. All of the following straps contain absolutely no stainless steel parts.

Apple Watch Leather Loop strap

Probably the most comparable to the Milanese strap, the Leather Loop strap is formal and stylish. It also features a magnetic closure just like a Milanese strap. The overall look is very refined and fashionable. There’s multiple colours to choose from. The magnets are fully contained within the strap and there’s no risk of your skin touching them. 

The leather loop strap is a completely nickel free Apple Watch strap that’s made out of a microfiber leather material. This makes it very soft and comfortable to wear. It’s available for all Apple Watch models and is easy to swap out, no tools required.

View the Apple Watch Leather Loop strap. 

Apple Watch Nylon strap

The nylon strap is one of the most popular kinds of strap, especially for those seeking a good amount of comfort. The soft woven nylon makes it a comfortable type of strap, and of course fully nickel free. They’re also some of the more affordable straps on offer, always good to take into consideration.

The colour range for this nylon strap is probably the largest, with over 15 colours to choose from. This nickel free strap is available for all models of Apple Watch, and is very easy to exchange without the need for any tools.

View the Apple Watch nylon strap.

Apple Watch Nurse Fob

If you can’t get rid of the rash on your wrist, even with a nickel free strap, an Apple Watch nurse fob might be the way to go. This strap can be attached to your clothing, and lends its name from nurses who are not allowed to wear anything on the wrist. 

It’s a convenient way to carry your Apple Watch with you, and keep track of your activities, without having to wear it on your wrist. Keep in mind that some of the sensors located at the back of the watch may not fully register without proper contact to your skin or wrist.

View the Apple Watch Nurse Fob. 

Apple Watch Scrunchie Strap

The scrunchie strap is truly a fashion item, this strap is meant to resemble the scrunchie style that’s currently popular. The strap is made of a nylon material and features no buckles or closures. This strap is very soft to wear and is a great nickel free Apple Watch strap. 

The scrunchie strap is very easy to put on and sits comfortably on your wrist. It’s certainly not for everyone but can be a very unique statement piece that can combine into some wonderful outfits. 

View the Apple Watch Scrunchie Strap. 

Apple Watch Magnetic Silicone Strap

The Apple Watch Magnetic Silicone strap is a strap very similar to design to the Leather Loop, but made out of a durable silicone material. Silicone is great for sports or daily wear as it's both comfortable enough to last through the day, and durable enough to last through years of hard wearing. 

The magnetic closure ensures there’s no contact of any nickel on your skin. It’s also very easy to wash thanks to its waterproof properties. This all makes it one of the best hypoallergenic Apple Watch straps to choose, particularly if you’re looking for a nickel free strap for the Apple Watch.

View the Apple Watch Magnetic Silicone Strap. 

In summary

Finding a nickel free Apple Watch strap can be difficult, but there’s still plenty of choice out there. We hope this list of Apple Watch straps for people with a nickel allergy will help you select something that you can enjoy worry-free.