Always On display is the only feature that seems meaningful to me in comparing the SE vs Series 8. I definitely can’t justify a $200 cost difference for that alone for a new watch. A used/refurbished Series 8 might make sense if I decide I need that.
This is what I’m leaning towards. I can see the argument for a SE but I feel like Always On display is potentially a big deal for me so I’d like to have it as an option even if I end up disabling it. There doesn’t seem to be enough difference between Series 7 vs Series 8 for me to need the Series 8. A used Series 7 I think is a happy medium for me.