# Voice in a Can — Watch and phone app for Alexa

> Alexa voice assistant for Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by Atadore SARL.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-in-a-can/id1339696720 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Atadore SARL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1339696719)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $1.99)
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 218 App Store ratings · 151 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2018-06-08
- Data updated: 2026-07-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-in-a-can/id1339696720/reviews.md

## What is Voice in a Can?

The app is now free.  You can thank me (the creator of the app) using an optional in-app purchase under Settings, which does not change the behavior of the app.

An Apple Watch (standalone, no phone required), iPhone and iPad app for using Alexa.

Control your home devices, ask general questions, add and remove items to your shopping list and set timers etc.  It is an Alexa implementation.  On your wrist.

There are nine things you should know before getting this app:

1. The Series 4 watch and newer are supported;
2. Your phone controls installation of the app to the watch, not the app.  Put your watch on a charger to speed up install time;
3. Not all audio content can be supported.  Amazon don't allow third-party apps such as this app to play music, audio books or some daily-news content, make announcements or drop-in;
4. You can use a Siri Shortcut to launch the app and start speaking, just by raising your wrist on Apple Watch.  See the support page on how to configure;
5. All watch complication types are supported, including those really weird ones.  Also you can change the complication icon under Settings;
6. The watch app can listen automatically on launch. There is an option under settings to do the same thing on the iPhone;
7. If the weather or time are wrong, ensure you've enabled Location access in the Alexa app to the "Voice in a Can" device, and that you have granted Location permissions to the app on your phone;
8. You don't have to say "Alexa" ... just speak your command when the app is listening;
9. You can change the language that you speak and hear responses in, under "Settings" on the watch and phone.  Only languages supported by Alexa are supported. The language should be set automatically.

If you have questions or any support issues please don't hesitate to email damian@voiceinacan.com ... you should get a response within 24 hours, and often in minutes.

This app was not created or endorsed by Amazon. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates

The EULA is here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Alexa voice control
- Smart home device management
- Shopping list management
- Timer and alarm setting
- Siri Shortcut integration
- Watch complication support
- Automatic listening on launch

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny thanks | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small thanks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Big thanks | $4.99 | one-time |
| Thanks | $2.99 | one-time |
| Massive Thanks | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Voice in a Can?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Convenient Alexa access on Apple Watch
- 👍 Works well with smart home devices
- 💡 Allows hands-free control without phone
- 👍 Responsive developer support

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- 🐛 Slow response times on some devices
- 🔋 Drains Apple Watch battery
- 🔒 Security/privacy concerns

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App freezes or crashes on launch
- Incompatibility with newer iOS/watchOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Ability to control music playback
- Improved Apple Watch app design
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- Expanded Alexa functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 151)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voice-in-a-can/id1339696720/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-04-04, version 2.20*

It does exactly as described and I have to say is perfect for controlling my smart Home straight from my Apple Watch. Also very worthy of note, I had a question and contacted Damian the developer. Even on Easter Saturday he came back to me within 10 minutes and offered fantastic customer service. Five stars all round.

### 5/5 — Awesome app

*2026-02-24, version 2.20*

Thank you so much for this!!!

### 5/5 — Works with Apple Watch

*2026-01-04, version 2.18*

I wanted an easy to use app to use with Alexa switches and it works well. And tech support are brilliant

### 4/5 — Exactly what I was looking for

*2025-12-17, version 2.18*

Great app. The only problem is half the time it doesn’t automatically listen when I open the app even though I have it set to listen when launched.

### 5/5 — Perfect function once it’s set up. Sad to learn it went end-of-life

*2025-08-30, version 2.18*

I’m sad to learn that this niche, but super useful app has gone end-of-life due to changes at Amazon and their Alexa Voice Service. The app worked every bit as well as any other Alexa voice speaker that I had, and let me access my Alexa voice functions without having to go through the buggy and ever-changing Alexa app. It was a nice bonus that I felt like I had better control of the microphone in the Voice in a Can app than I do with the official app. It looks like Amazon, at some point in 2024, stood up a new Works With Alexa certification program for things such as Tizen apps and such to act as an Alexa device. I don’t know if it’s worth the effort for D. to pursue that, but I’m grateful to them for maintaining this app for so long.

### 1/5 — Nope

*2025-08-22, version 2.18*

Wont understand most the commands waste of time it’s no wear near up to par

### 2/5 — Voice in a Can

*2025-03-17, version 2.18*

Sounded great. I am going to see if I can get some help with the app as the team has reached out to me. And I will update my review afterwards.

### 5/5 — Alexa for Apple Watch

*2024-12-14, version 2.18*

Can’t complain. Works well. Don’t even have to say the Alexa keyword. Only feedback is to have higher res icons for complications on watch. They look a but pixelated compared to other icons.

### 1/5 — Do Not Purchase This App

*2024-12-11, version 2.18*

It is a garbage app. It works sometimes. Sometimes it doesn’t. Emailed developer and Apple and heard nothing back.

As for the developer he finally reached out and made it quite known he has tens of thousands of customers. Wow!!! Good for you. But there are probably thousands that aren’t happy with this garbage in a can app. 

Update: 12/11/24
App is free now… It’s still garbage

### 5/5 — Carplay support would be a great addition

*2024-11-23, version 2.18*

Please make this Carplay compatible

## Frequently asked questions about Voice in a Can

### What does Voice in a Can do?

Voice in a Can is an application that brings Alexa's functionality to your Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad. It allows you to control smart home devices, ask general questions, manage shopping lists, set timers, and more, all through voice commands.

### What are the key features of Voice in a Can?

Key features include controlling smart home devices, asking general questions, adding/removing items from shopping lists, setting timers, and using Siri Shortcuts to launch the app. It also supports watch complications and automatic listening on launch, with the option to disable the "Alexa" wake word.

### Is Voice in a Can free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. There is an optional in-app purchase available in the Settings section for users who wish to support the creator. This purchase does not alter the app's functionality.

### What devices is Voice in a Can compatible with?

The app is compatible with Apple Watch Series 4 and newer. It also works on iPhone and iPad. Installation to the watch is controlled via your phone, and it's recommended to place your watch on a charger to speed up the process.

### Can I listen to music or audiobooks with Voice in a Can?

No, Amazon does not permit third-party apps like Voice in a Can to play music, audiobooks, or certain daily news content. It also cannot be used for announcements or drop-in features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.20 — 2026-02-12

Bug fix for a crash when connecting

### 2.19 — 2026-01-26

* I fixed a bug where the app would not start listening when first launched, even though the option was enabled to do so.
* I've listed the other apps I make, in the Settings page.

### 2.18 — 2024-11-09

The app is now free.  You can thank me (the creator of the app) using an optional in-app purchase under Settings, which does not change the behavior of the app.

### 2.16 — 2023-12-12

Bug Fix: Shopping lists were not displaying, now they are.

Please email me at damian@voiceinacan.com if you run into any issues.

### 2.13 — 2023-09-16

In this release I've:
* Moved to using Widgets on Apple Watch rather than the obsolete complication mechanism.  I've attempted to maintain support for the Apple Watch Series 3, please let me know if you run into issues.
* Added initial support for Arabic.
* Fixed a bug when start/stop listening sounds would cause the microphone to listen prematurely when prompting for a followup question 
* Made it possible  your app icon on the iPhone

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