# WatchChat 2 vs Shutter Clique

The clearest difference is monetization model: WatchChat 2 at free with in-app purchases against Shutter Clique's subscription. WatchChat 2 also leads on ratings volume (7.6K vs 8). Shutter Clique's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 78%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WatchChat 2 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Shutter Clique sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Shutter Clique holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WatchChat 2 has 7.6K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of WatchChat 2's written reviews are positive against 100% of Shutter Clique's.

WatchChat 2 ships an update every 2 weeks, Shutter Clique every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WatchChat 2 | Shutter Clique |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (7.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchchat-2-chat-on-watch/id1299535391/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shutter-clique/id6505125700/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.6K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 78.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 74 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [XAN Software GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/942090166) | [Gallus Soft LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/302005243) |

## What reviewers say

### WatchChat 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchchat-2-chat-on-watch/id1299535391)

Communicate via WhatsApp directly from your Apple Watch. Send messages, voice notes, view media, and reply using various input methods. Enjoy a private experience with optional upgrades for enhanced features.

**Highlights:** Reply to chats and groups, Send voice notes, Customizable keyboards, View photos and videos, Customize font size, Quick replies

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support WatchChat Development | $4.99 | per year |
| WatchChat Premium | $6.95 | per year |
| Promotional Offer | $14.95 | one-time |
| WatchChat Premium | $14.95 | one-time |
| WatchChat Premium | $17.95 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 🚀 Works perfectly
- 💯 Excellent app
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 🤖 Seamless integration with WhatsApp

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Requires phone to be nearby
- 🔒 Limitations due to WhatsApp restrictions
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full features

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing issues with multi-device WhatsApp beta
- Inconsistent message loading and updating

**Requested features**

- Add support for WhatsApp calls
- Improve standalone functionality without phone
- Implement native Apple Watch keyboard
- Allow deleting chat messages


### Shutter Clique

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shutter-clique/id6505125700)

A private social network for sharing daily photos with a small, trusted circle. It prioritizes privacy with no ads, public posts, or user discovery. Connect with up to 15 friends using their contact information and enjoy secure, encrypted photo sharing.

**Highlights:** Private photo sharing, Limited friend count (15 max), Encrypted photo transfer, No ads or public posts, Comment and reaction features, Save and delete photos, 1-month free trial

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $0.99 / month | $0.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WatchChat 2 free?

WatchChat 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shutter Clique free?

Shutter Clique is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, WatchChat 2 or Shutter Clique?

Shutter Clique is rated higher. WatchChat 2 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while Shutter Clique averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do WatchChat 2 or Shutter Clique have ads?

Neither WatchChat 2 nor Shutter Clique shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WatchChat 2 or Shutter Clique?

WatchChat 2 ships an update every 2 weeks, and Shutter Clique every 3 weeks. Most recently, WatchChat 2 was updated on November 11, 2026 and Shutter Clique on November 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*