Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 vs Ultra 2 — need some real-world advice

I’m looking to get the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025. I found it brand new for $350 (LTE version), but the only color available is Titanium Blue.

I actually love the color, but I’m worried about how well it works with different outfits/straps, especially steel/metal bands. For those who have the blue one — does it actually look good with different straps and outfits, or do you eventually feel limited by it and wish you got a more neutral color?

The other thing I’m stuck on is Ultra 2025 vs Ultra 2. The Ultra 2 is around $550, so that’s a $200 difference, and battery life is probably the biggest reason I’d pay extra along with the slightly sleeker, thinner design (prefer the orange button on the original though).

But WHAT THE HECK is going on with the battery reviews? 😂

Some people say 3+ days, others say barely 1.5-2 days. And honestly, I feel like a lot of YouTube reviewers are glazing Samsung hard and almost gaslighting everyone about the battery life. They make it sound insanely good compared to the original, but real-world user reports seem way more mixed. And seems almost the same as the Ultra 2025.

So for actual Ultra 2 owners:

How many days are you REALLY getting? What’s your usage like (AOD, GPS, workouts, sleep tracking, LTE, etc.)?

And for anyone who has used both — is the extra $200 actually worth it, or should I just grab the Ultra 2025 for $350 and wait a few more years when there's a much significant update?

I’d much rather hear from actual owners than another YouTube review saying “the battery is AMAZING.” without a real comparison.

Side Note: I don't live in the US. So, $200 extra would kind of require more from me. I want to use the watch for everything fitness and outdoor sports without needing my phone while also having a cool smartwatch to go with my S25 Ultra.