As a loose / wedged wearer, that’s disappointing

Disagree. I hate key vibrations

I wear my watch loose enough so it always sticks out of my sleeves

Look into feature differences. But what I don’t see anyone saying is maybe get a used one with WatchOS 9. The new v10 is a shitshow

Do you not have a trade your phone in and get the 15 Pro for basically free through your carrier? If not, find one that does.