12 Best Samsung Galaxy Watch Apps

Samsung's smartwatch ecosystem is one of the oldest smartwatch platforms on the market. Currently led by the Wear OS-powered Galaxy Watch 5 series, Samsung's smartwatch lineup is packed with features for health tracking, customization, and more.

There are a ton of Galaxy Watch apps available to install on the Samsung Galaxy Store and Google Play Store, depending on which watch you own. Whether you're looking to improve your health or control your smart home devices, these are the best Samsung Galaxy Watch apps available.

Spotify

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If you have a Spotify Premium subscription, you should already have the Wear OS app installed on your Galaxy Watch. You can download music and podcasts to your Galaxy Watch 5 and 4, and then stream them to wireless headphones if you pay for the service. The Spotify Wear OS app provides easy access to artists, playlists, and podcasts, and lets you stream what's playing to speakers or other devices.

Google Home

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Following the launch of the Pixel Watch, Google has made its Home app available on all of its Wear OS smartwatches. Like the smartphone version, Google Home on the watch lets you control devices on your smart home network, whether it's a Nest speaker, a thermostat, or something else. It's currently in public preview, so the functionality isn't as detailed as you might expect. Still, it's a worthwhile app to have on your Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 or 4, especially if you own a Google smart home or compatible product.

Facer

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There are plenty of Wear OS watch faces available on the Play Store, but what if you want to create your own? Facer is a popular Wear OS app that does just that, giving users access to a decent list of pre-made watch faces or tools to create their own.

Google Assistant

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If you love Bixby, you can't go wrong with this app. For everyone else, Google Assistant has become a must-have feature on the newer Samsung Galaxy Watches. Quickly query nearby restaurants, get directions to restaurants, and get reservation reminders all from your wrist using your voice. While Google Assistant still has a lot of room for improvement on Wear OS and is known to be a battery hog, it's worth considering installing.

Google Keep

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Having access to your notes from your wrist is incredibly useful. Google Keep streamlines the process on Wear OS, syncing with your phone and handwritten notes on the web. You can also add notes directly from your Galaxy Watch using the keyboard, handwriting recognition, or voice. Voice note taking is especially useful if you can't type on your watch while on the go.

SimpleWear

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Smartwatches often display notifications on your phone, but what if you want to change or view settings on your phone? SimpleWear is a useful little app that you might not know you need. It works well as a relay for information and settings to your phone, reflecting your phone's battery life status on your watch. It also provides access to quick settings toggles, including sound profiles, WiFi, location, phone locking, and more.

Soundcloud

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Soundcloud is a great platform for listening to free music if you don't want to pay for Spotify Premium or subscribe to YouTube Music Premium. It now has a dedicated Wear OS app that gives you access to your favorite tracks, created playlists, and a 'For Your Workout' section that lists curated playlists. There's no download feature and the app freezes when swiping through sections, but hopefully the experience will improve. For now, it's definitely worth adding to your app collection.

Wear Gesture Launcher

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Although it's no longer actively developed, the app still has a lot to offer Galaxy Watch 5 and 4 users. Wear Gesture Launcher lets users map different apps to letters or shapes drawn on the watch face. This essentially lets you bypass the cramped app drawer on Wear OS 3 and go straight to the app you've created a shortcut for. It's quick, but it doesn't take long to get used to. You also have to remember where on the screen you placed the launcher to activate it.

C25K

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C25K is a two-month program that aims to turn lazy exercisers into serious runners. Like the Fitbit app, the Wear OS layout is simple. The app will show you your current workout day. You can also select a different day's program using the menu. While there are plenty of other fitness apps out there, the simplicity of C25K's layout, especially on Wear OS, is a definite plus.

Strava

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Strava is one of the most popular fitness apps out there and is a must-have if you're into multiple sports. The app tracks a variety of activities, from running to cycling to swimming, and offers a host of additional real-time stats, metrics, and data. Don't like working out alone? Strava also has a range of social features. Strava can help you maintain a healthy exercise routine.

Ourdooractive

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A must-have Wear OS app if you hike a lot. Outdooractive lets you search for nearby trails using your Galaxy Watch 5 or 4's GPS and lets you download any trail you want. When you're out hiking, you can choose from one of those saved trails. The app also provides turn-by-turn navigation, current elevation, and GPS coordinates.

Sofascore

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Sofascore is an absolute must-have app for sports fans. Check out upcoming fixtures for a variety of sports as well as live scores and results. Users love the simplicity of the Wear OS app, providing the right amount of information without cluttering the screen.

Check out the tips that TipsMake.com has to get the most out of your Samsung Galaxy smartwatch.

Good luck!

Micah Soto

Update 09 December 2024