Watsons ID vs DEX Communication
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Watsons ID
Shop health and beauty products on the go with this app. Virtually try on makeup and skincare, access exclusive online vouchers, and use your virtual member card for points and discounts. Discover the latest trends and deals 24/7.
- Virtual makeup and skincare try-on
- Virtual member card
- Exclusive online vouchers
- Discover health and beauty trends
- 24/7 mobile shopping
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WATSONS ON-THE-GO The No.1 health & beauty retailer in Asia is now available in the all-new WATSONS APP! We’ve completely reimagined the in-app experience to make shopping fun and hassle-free. Discover our amazing deals and exclusive promotions, anywhere, 24/7 with the Watsons mobile app. Here’s some of the latest features you will find: TRY ON MAKEUP & SKINCARE VIRTUALLY Now with the #ColourMe #FoundationFinder & #Skinfie tool in our App, you can try on all sorts of skincare and makeup based on color shades virtually and hassle-free! Shop for your favorite product with try on our features. VIRTUAL MEMBER CARD Now we don't provide physical Watsons Card Member anymore. Just pop open your virtual card when you’re shopping in our stores to collect points and unlock member-only discounts! ONLINE VOUCHERS EXCLUSIVE There might be online voucher exclusive on App waiting for you – check the app to make sure you don’t miss out on exclusive offers. DISCOVER MORE The Watsons App is the perfect place to get inspired! For the health enthusiasts, learn about the latest health and beauty trends from our Watsons experts and bloggers. So, what are you waiting for? Download our App now to enjoy the new Watsons online shopping experience!
DEX Communication
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SHOP ON-THE-GO Our shop is now available in the e-commerce space with our brand new APP! Our virtual store provides the best digital shopping experience to everyone in a fun and hassle-free way. Discover new products, amazing deals, and exclusive promotions at any time with our mobile APP. Come shop with us anytime, anywhere. ONE STOP SHOPPING EXPERIENCE We don't just move our shop to the digital space and call it a day. We are here to provide the most complete shopping experience in just one APP. You will find everything you need in a single space with our plethora of functions. Every bit of our designs are made with customers in mind and we look forward to serving you! PAY ANY WAY YOU WANT Our flexible and multi-options payment system are here to meet your every need. We understand that everyone wants to pay differently and we have everything covered. COD, credit card payment, and online banking are just few of the options we have. KEEP UP EASILY You don't need to be actively searching for our newest deals anymore -- we will share them with you right away as long as you have our APP installed. Get the best exclusive deal and the newest product the minute we start it!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: DEX Communication at none against Watsons ID's shown. Watsons ID's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Watsons ID ships an update every 3 weeks, DEX Communication every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Watsons ID | DEX Communication |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (16 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 7.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 16 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 202 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AS Watson & Company, Limited | Netquas Softech |
In-app purchases
Watsons ID
No in-app purchases
DEX Communication
No in-app purchases
