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Not sure if it is because I had bad quality metal bands or I am just too hairy. The ones I had were far from Swiss Watch level but I wouldn't call them cheap. I always had the problem that they hurt because they ripped out small hairs.

It's nice that you can shake off any water from them and they are instantly dry and also that you can thoroughly clean them.

Metal bands are a bitch if you ever need to type on a laptop though.

I actually found the opposite - metal bands tend to pinch me due to the segmented design. Other materials where the strap is all one piece are much more comfortable to wear.

It's almost always better and cheaper to get the bracelet with the watch and buy the strap later. Good quality/branded bracelets are expensive.

One thing to keep in mind is that metal bands can sometimes be heavier and less flexible than leather or cloth