Comparison

WatchApp+ for Watch vs Stira

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

WatchApp+ for Watch

Send and receive WhatsApp messages directly from your Apple Watch. Access chat histories, send messages with a virtual keyboard, and utilize quick replies. View media in HD and stay connected on the go.

Highlights
  • Access all chat histories
  • Send messages with virtual keyboard
  • Set quick replies
  • View HD pictures and videos
  • Send and listen to voice messages
  • View stickers and profile pictures
Features
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Want to receive and send messages from your Apple Watch for WhatsApp? WatchApp+ is fastest and well designed WhatsApp app for Apple Watch. With just a few taps on your wrist, you can send and receive messages, view notifications, and access your most important conversations. WatchApp+ is fast, lightweight, and easy to use, making it the perfect companion for your busy lifestyle. Whether you're running errands, working out, or just want to stay in touch without reaching for your phone, our app has you covered. MAIN FEATURES • Access all chat histories, groups included! • Send messages back using Virtual Keyboard. • Set quick replies list. • See pictures in HD. • See videos in HD. • View profile pictures. • Send voice messages. • Listen to voice messages. • See stickers. • Dual WhatsApp for iPad • Carefully designed just for you. • Much more new features coming every month! • Designed for your privacy. None of your data is being collected. Don't miss out on the convenience and ease of staying connected with our WhatsApp Apple Watch app. Download it now and take control of your messaging! For any questions please contact: support@chatapp.watch Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Stira

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Stira is a real-time presence app that helps you stay connected without messaging. A calm way to share your presence with specific people, without chats or interruptions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

WatchApp+ for Watch4 screens
Stira2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: WatchApp+ for Watch at weekly against Stira's every 3 weeks. Stira's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. WatchApp+ for Watch sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Stira sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WatchApp+ for Watch ships an update weekly, Stira every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
WatchApp+ for Watch versus Stira: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWatchApp+ for WatchStira
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (14K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings14K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJennifer KirbyDEMIAN MUNIZ LOPEZ

Bugs and requests

WatchApp+ for Watch

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Constant 'connecting' state
  • Inability to send/receive messages
  • Inconsistent app behavior after updates
  • Unresponsive customer support

Requested features

4 requests
  • Call and voice message support
  • Improved background sync and notifications
  • Customizable app interface
  • Better integration with native Apple Watch features

Stira

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

WatchApp+ for Watch

Subscriptions3
  • WatchApp+ PRO$1.991 Month
  • WatchApp Premium$6.496 Months
  • WatchApp+ PRO3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • WatchApp+ PRO$24.99
  • WatchApp+ PRO Lifetime$29.99
3 purchases

Stira

Subscriptions3
  • Stira Basic$2.991 Month
  • Stira Pro$4.991 Month
  • Stira Premium$9.991 Month

Questions

Is WatchApp+ for Watch free?
WatchApp+ for Watch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stira free?
Stira is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WatchApp+ for Watch or Stira have ads?
Neither WatchApp+ for Watch nor Stira shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WatchApp+ for Watch or Stira?
WatchApp+ for Watch ships an update weekly, and Stira every 3 weeks. Most recently, WatchApp+ for Watch was updated on November 12, 2026 and Stira on November 5, 2026.

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