These are the best Apple Watch apps to simplify your life and bring peace and enjoyment to you every day.
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The Wallet app is an easy way to keep your money available at just the touch of a finger. You can use a variety of funds, like Apple Cash and the Apple Card. You can even store your transit cards and driver’s license in some states. It is a simple matter to add and remove cards, but the app is not just for your credit card and banking details. You can also store your driver’s license or ID, digital keys, and even employee badges to save you those precious minutes when you are running late. If you are a student, you can easily access your student ID cards. When you have a trip coming up, store your boarding passes, hotel booking information, and tickets in the app. You can also store the information for your best rewards credit cards, giving you another simple way to earn.
Pros:
Free to useEasy financial managementQuick access to tickets
Cons:
Some trouble with face recognitionHas had cyber hacking issues
Audible takes the standard reading app and elevates it, adding audiobooks to the mix. If you are not much of a reader or simply cannot wait to hear that next chapter, an audiobook could be the perfect solution. In addition to your standard titles, Audible has its own Audible Originals, further ensuring that there is plenty of content for you to read and hear. It is not just about audiobooks, either. You will also have access to podcasts, some exclusive to the platform, plus short stories read aloud to keep you on the edge of your seat. If you want to finish your book when you get home, Audible is compatible with a number of devices, including iPhone, iPod touch, Kindle, Sonos, and Fire TV. Pros:
Free to downloadEasy reading on the go24/7 support
Cons:
May not have all titlesWill need to pay for some content
Millions of users subscribe to Headspace, our pick for the best Apple Watch meditation app. In fact, Headspace claims to have reduced stress in users within just 10 days. Choose from multiple settings, including sleeping, meditating, moving, waking up, and focus mode. For better sleep, there are specially curated audio soundtracks, sleep exercises, and sleepcasts, all designed to improve your sleep. There is plenty to do during the day, too. Meditations help you find calm throughout the day, plus there are workouts to get the heart pumping, then meditations to help you find calm. If you need a quick mental boost, check out the inspiration videos available at any time. One special feature is that this is an app sensitive to pronouns, specializing in inclusive language so as not to isolate any user. Pros:
Excellent meditation resources Mindfulness and sleep toolsInclusive language
Cons:
Requires membershipMay be limiting for some users
Nike Run Club is an excellent app for running, giving you an extra exercise boost. You will enjoy your own built-in coach to keep you on the move and keep you company while you reach those new fitness goals. It also tracks your stats so you can see your progress. You can view your pace and distance while viewing details like location, elevation, and mile splits. It will even track your heart rate, giving a well-rounded portrait of each workout. After your run, you can go back and see exactly how far you progressed in your workout. Nike Run Club also gives you wellness tips so you can begin living a healthier life. Connect with local friends and other runners to challenge one another or simply find support. Pros:
Fantastic fitness trackingNRC and Spotify integrationSome features free
Cons:
Subject to occasional glitchesSome measurement irregularities
Unlike most games, Tiny Armies is made specifically for your Apple Watch, making it our pick for the best game for Apple Watch. It is a fast-paced game to keep you completely tuned in, allowing you to simply swipe to annihilate the enemy. There is vivid scenery along the way, too, like steep mountains and lush forests. Connect with international friends via iMessage or play face-to-face while hanging out with your bestie. Don’t worry if your friends are not available to play; there is the option to play solo, as well, putting the power in your hands. If you want a bigger screen, you can continue the fun on your iPhone, iPad, or via iMessage. Pros:
Specially formatted for the Apple WatchExciting game featuresFree to download
Cons:
May be troublesome for big fingersIn-app purchases apply
$12.99/month
Features: Apple Watch apps come jam-packed full of features, like exercise tracking with Nike Run Club and game stats with Tiny Armies. Cost: Budget is always a concern, so we look for affordable apps that will not break the bank. Many of the best Apple Watch apps are free. Compatibility: It is also important to consider how you can access the app. While all of the best Apple Watch apps are available on your watch, many are also available on your other Apple or home devices.User rating: We consider app ratings to determine user experience, while evaluating the pros and cons shared by real users.