Top of the best Apple Watch apps: the inevitable for 2023

A smart health connected watch is good, with apps and features, it’s better. In order to best equip your device, we have prepared a top of the best Apple Watch apps 2020 for you. 

The Apple Watch is now well established on the smart health connected watch market. The applications have been linked over the years, to the point that it is difficult to navigate today. Do not panic, however, because we have prepared a top of the best in 2023. From sports to games to travel, every type of application has been taken into account. What find your happiness for sure.

Apple Watch apps for traveling

Citymapper

Application for tourists by definition, Citymapper has simply reinvented our trips on vacation and abroad. The application gathers all the information necessary to orient oneself and get around in a foreign city: bus, metro, RER, but also bicycle and VTC, all means of transport pass there! The possibility of consult traffic and weather information is of course available, as is that of download city maps (in order to constantly have a card on either) as well as to be able to check your calories! One of the most complete Apple Watch applications, therefore, designed for tourists who are often lost in their attempts to explore.

Find Near Me

This application locates just about everything around you, whether it’s a bank, a hospital, a gas station or even a hotel, restaurant or taxi stand! The app uses the GPS of your Apple Watch and indicates via points of interest the results of your research. In addition, the application allows you to use your own terms to search for what you want via Siri (something still rare on Apple Watches). Convenient.

Microsoft Translator

During a trip, there is nothing worse than being unable to understand what is around us. This is unfortunately often the case when one does not know the language of the country, or very little. Fortunately, one can find, among the Apple Watch applications, the Microsoft translator. Very effective, it allows you to look for a word “by hand” than discover the meaning of a sentence you say.

If the program is also available on smartphones, it makes perfect sense on a smart health connected watch. So, a word on his wrist is enough to get an immediate translation. An essential tool for all travel enthusiasts. No excuse for not enjoying it since it is accessible for free.

Apple Watch apps for sports

Runtastic

Any regular sportsperson knows this application specially designed for running, cycling and walking. Like smart health connected bracelets and belts, it records the least of your physical activities: distance, duration, speed, altitude change, calories burned and more … Runtastic includes various trainings to adapt according to your performance as well as a voice coach. In short, it is one of the Apple Watch applications with the most necessary elements for a good practice of your favorite physical activity!

7 Min Workout

“The 7-minute workout” is simple, but effective ” as the scientific journal ACSM quotes. In this app, researchers selected 12 30-second exercises interspersed with 10 second pause. During these 7 minutes, you will exercise as if you were doing it for 1 hour! In addition, unlike other Apple Watch apps, these workouts are simple and require no hardware, which means you have no excuses for not doing it!

Nike Training Club

This app acts as a personal trainer. Choose among the 100 training sessions offered, then stream them to your devices using airplay. Videos and tips are available with the exercises to provide comprehensive coaching. As with many Apple Watch sports apps, the ability to monitoring your exercise time as well as watching your calories is of course planned. To note that Nike Training Club is intended more for a female audience.

Human

Human is not really part of the Apple Watch applications dedicated to sport, however it offers a certain concept to say the least … interesting. Its goal ? Get moving at least 30 minutes a day, this in order to stay healthy! The application calculates your total activity time of the day and, in case of under-activity, will keep you moving until you reach that goal. Human records your data and therefore creates a daily log of your trips, but also of your time of inactivity, it is even possible to trace his journeys and share them on social networks.

Strava

Strava is one of its Apple Watch applications for runners as well as experienced cyclists wishing to challenge other members of the community. In fact, beyond calculating your statistics (speed, distance, calories burned, etc.) and measuring your heart rate, it is also possible to challenge friends or just try to beat the different records. For example, if you go to a park, you can watch the various records of other runners at this place.

Utility and entertainment

Shazam

Shazam is one of the most used Apple Watch apps every day. Exactly identical to that of the iPhone, so you can “shazam” the music you hear with your smartwatch, whether you have a network or not. It will also be possible to consult the lyrics of the songs, as well as share them on social media.

Pacemaker

“It’s not just a DJ app, it’s reinvented deejaying for touch screens” explains Wired magazine. Indeed, Pacemaker allows you to mix your songs (from iTunes or Spotify) just at your fingertips! Add your music, click play and listen! It’s like having a personal DJ on your wrist. You will be able to add live effects and other modifications to your songs, but above all it will be possible to activate Autopilot mode, a kind of special DJ who will mix for you.

Instapaper

Apple Watch apps are also used for learning! Instapaper allows to save articles in order to read them later in offline mode, and this, in an impeccable layout. Rather practical for globetrotters always between two planes. Furthermore it is possible to choose the font, the colors and the line spacing options in order to provide you with the greatest comfort during your reading. If at any time your eyes seem too tired to continue their tasks, you can activate the text-to-speech system and just listen to your articles!

Evernote

The famous note-taking and work organization app also got its Apple Watch version. The latter offers all the features present on that of the smartphone, with of course a very advanced voice system. All of your notes and searches will be automatically synced to all other devices with the app. In short, Evernote on a smartwatch.

1password

Forgetting your password is one of the problems of everyday life … 1password was created in order to remove this often annoying incident. Indeed, this application stores all your information and allows you to log in with a single click! Identifiers, credit card or secure notes, everything is saved and used where you want, that is to say just go to the site you are interested in, and the application will automatically generate the necessary information. It is one of the Apple Watch applications that encrypt all your data using AES 256-bit authenticated encryption, and protect it even if your device is lost or stolen. The Touch ID option is also available.

Just Press Record

On the iPhone, “Just Press Record” is a very effective application for making fast recordings: press the record button, capture audio, stop recording, and synchronize all of this directly on your Cloud. With watchOS 2, it all comes to your wrist, and you can record without having your iPhone handy. Plus, the next time you log in, your recordings will be transferred to your iPhone.

Sky Guide

Sky Guide is one of the most beautiful and accurate Apple Watch apps for star guides and constellations. The companion app gives you a calendar of upcoming events, and notifications (optional) about what’s about to happen in your location.

Carrot Weather

If there is one thing that we have learned from the weather, it is that it is often unpredictable. So, when the announcers announce a clear blue sky, we can expect a downpour. To avoid this, we find Carrot Weather. It’s one of those Apple Watch apps can warn you of weather changes. On the other hand, it has its own way of announcing the rain and the sun.

Indeed, rather than simply indicating the temperature or the humidity progress, the software offers some witticisms. In addition to being precise in its ads, we are therefore faced with a small companion pretty amusing. Available on the App Store for 5.49 euros, we can’t recommend it enough before having a picnic.

Spark

Want to read your emails easily? You’re likely already familiar with the Spark app. Whether you are on your iPhone or your Apple Watch, it is essential. The quick replies allow you to respond quickly if necessary while knowing the number to read, the pinned messages or the subject of the last email received. Clear and easy to use.

OverCast

Podcasts are the new must-have trend of 2018. With Overcast you will have what you need directly on your Apple Watch. As a bonus, functions that you will quickly need such as Smart Speed ​​to speed up the podcast reading without distortion or Voice Boost to improve audio quality. Be careful, you will have advertising unless you open the wallet.

Twitterific 5

Can’t seem to get off your Twitter feed? Then this application is the one you need to access your Timeline easily. Forget the official app, it is much less practical.

HomeCam for HomeKit

If you’re the type to enjoy your Apple ecosystem from the inside of the house, then this is the app you might want. It is used to use the Homekit cameras of the apple brand. You can check several cameras at the same time and even have access to the temperature or even the air quality if you have the corresponding equipment in your house. It also potentially combines information. It is also compatible with the new Siri shortcuts for creating scenarios.

Apple Watch apps for playing

Trivia Crack

Trivial Crack is the most downloaded game in the world, so it made sense for it to join the Apple Watch apps. As on iPhone, it is possible to play with your friends by challenging them in various categories : geography, history, art, science, entertainment and sport. But in this game, knowledge is not always enough, since you have to be clever in duels, this in order to earn additional points.

Rules!

Rules! East a puzzle application, with a special mini-game that makes it fit into Apple Watch applications. You will need to reach daily goals by completing ten levels of play. Rules! based on colors, help for people with color blindness has even been planned!

Peak

Peak east a personalized training program which, through various games, will help you improve your brain capacities: memory, concentration, language, creativity as well as reasoning and mental agility. Different games and exercises of 45 seconds have been specially designed to include it in the catalog of Apple Watch applications. Track your performance and watch your strengths as your weaknesses, improve over the days.

Lifeline

This game, which has become a veritable best seller in Apple Watch applications, presents the story of astronaut Taylor. After a catastrophic landing, he finds himself in distress on a desolate moon. You are the only person who can communicate with him via a notification system. You can now respond directly to Taylor via your Apple Watch, without necessarily needing an internet connection. In addition, it is possible to delve into events prior to history, to find out what would happen if you made a different choice. Lifenine is an open and very free game, however, keep in mind that every decision you make will affect the survival of astronaut Taylor.

Watch 2048

It’s simply from the 2048 version, but for Apple Watch. You can for example start a game at health home on your smartphone, and finish it in transport on your smartwatch. Rather practical for lovers of the application who, at the slightest moment of freedom, will rush to their watch to play.

Runeblade

Runeblade is a game designed for the Apple Watch specifically, which is rare enough to report. The goal is simple, cross different game zones by getting rid of the enemies you will meet. You will earn money which you will then have to exchange for various skills. The application is also available on the iPhone, but mainly aims to show the world of the game before diving into the smart health connected watch.

Tamagotchi Classic

Some still remember madness tamagotchi who invaded the playgrounds a few years ago. If some Apple Watch applications have tried to reproduce the phenomenon, nothing beats the original. Thus, the brand’s smart health connected watch with the apple has a “classic” version using the basic game as a rule.

The concept has therefore remained unchanged. We’re always dealing with a little animal to be cuddled and fed in order to make him happy. As in the original, there is no other goal, which is not a problem. On the other hand, we must not forget that if these critters have already conquered the world before, they can do it again. The app is available for 4.49 euros.

Apple Watch apps for everyday life

Cheatsheet

If you’re the type to forget important details (WiFi password, new phone number, etc.), Cheatsheet allows you to make a list of small notes to store them on your Apple Watch. Each list can have its own icon, to make them easier to recognize, and you can configure them so that they appear on the main screen of the watch.

Dictionary

A dictionary on the wrist may seem like a crazy idea. After all, you don’t need these kinds of Apple Watch apps to find the spelling or meaning of a word. However, the main advantage of this application is the use of the watch microphone : you can, indeed, say a word to find it instantly in the dictionary. Once the word is entered in the dictionary, you can access a definition and even access synonyms. In addition, it will be of great use to lovers of the language who wish to diversify their vocabulary thanks to the word of the day function.

Nano Reminders

Reminders has been slow to make its way through Apple Watch apps, despite its success on the iPhone. But it is there today, since watchOS3. Although it is behind in the smart health connected watch market, the application remains very interesting.

First of all, it presents the different lists that you create in alphabetical order. This is much more practical than Apple’s sometimes hard-to-understand arbitrary order. Then you can use the app to add or edit objects. This eliminates the need to use your iPhone to create new lists or add items to a pre-existing list.

MultiTimer

Apple’s timer app is very easy to use, but it’s only limited to a timer. In addition, it does not allow you to set up multiple timers at the same time, unless you buy several Apple Watch, of course.

MultiTimer stands out as a much better choice among Apple Watch timers apps. Even in its free form, the app offers six timers. They then adapt to the display of the watch and are displayed on its main screen. You can display as many as you want according to the other notifications present.

Fantastical 2

With Apple’s default calendar app, you can view your appointments on your watch. Fantastical 2 goes further by offering to add new events without using your phone. This is done directly by voice command, making the process very accessible.

The application is optimized to better understand your words, which will allow it to easily decipher simple words like “lunch tomorrow at noon”. With the possibility of synchronize your watch with other devices, you can even set up an appointment on your computer and see it on the app. For 5.49 euros, there is nothing to hesitate if you need to organize yourself better.

The best Apple Watch apps for sleep tracking

Pillow

Multi-device, the Pillow app is available for the iPad and iPhone in addition to the Apple Watch. But its version for smart health connected watch is totally independent, once you have logged into your account. In fact, it analyzes the quality of sleep of the user who can in particular consult a detailed diagram of sleep phases (light, paradoxical and deep). Obviously, a daily report summarizes this information. At the same time, it also records changes in heart rate during the night. An algorithm then identifies the worst and best sleep cycles and sets goals for restful rest. Among others, the app can automatically detect when lying down. But we can also opt for a manual mode.

Sleep ++

Sleep offers most of the features offered by Pillow. So we have a dashboard of his nights or the choice between automatic and manual modes. But this sleep app is distinguished from its competitors by a better integration with Apple Watch. So you can easily add app analytics to your health data while respecting your privacy. In addition, a particularly well thought out notification allows you to access all the useful information about your sleep in the blink of an eye.

Beddit

Beddit is a sleep tracking app for the Apple Watch that, uncommonly, also monitorshumidity and the temperature in the bedroom. In addition to that, it also takes into account the breathing, the cardiac frequency and the snoring. All these measures enable him to establish a diagnosis on various problems relating to sleep. If necessary, it will offer to contact a doctor which will indicate the appropriate solutions. Finally, the app uses a scoring system to prompt the user to reach their goals every night.

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