µBrowser vs Water Temperature
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
µBrowser
A micro browser designed for your Apple Watch, offering a quick way to access basic web browsing when other devices aren't available. It allows you to open URLs, search the web, and manage your browsing history and favorites.
- Open any URL
- Web search with DuckDuckGo
- View and save visited pages
- Manage bookmarks via iOS app
- Watch face complications
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µBrowser is the micro browser for your Apple Watch. Quickly look something up, open a favorite website or read a webpage when you don’t have another device around. Built for short visits on a small screen, µBrowser puts the web on your wrist. NEW: Ask µBrowser Ask questions about webpages, get a quick summary and explore further with follow-up questions. Answers include sources so you can open the original page. FEATURES • Open web addresses directly on your Apple Watch. • Search with DuckDuckGo, Google, Bing, Brave Search, Startpage or Ecosia. • Revisit recent pages and save your favorites as bookmarks. • Manage bookmarks with the iPhone companion app. • Quickly access the browser through watch face complications. • Choose whether to save browsing history and searches, and keep cookies between sessions. PLEASE NOTE Browsing on your wrist has its limits. Large or complex webpages may not work as expected, JavaScript support is limited, and signing in to websites may not work. Ask µBrowser works with publicly readable content and may be unable to access pages behind sign-ins or paywalls. Ask µBrowser requires watchOS 27 or later and available Apple Intelligence and Private Cloud Compute services. Availability depends on your device, Apple Account, language and region. Daily usage limits may apply. An internet connection is required.
Water Temperature
Monitor and record water temperatures directly from your Apple Watch. Get real-time readings, switch between units, and track your session duration. Ideal for water sports enthusiasts and anyone interested in water conditions.
- Real-time temperature monitoring
- Fahrenheit/Celsius unit switching
- Accurate temperature readings
- Session timer
- Min/Max temperature recording
- Latest reading display
- Dive Mode integration
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The Water Temperature app is designed to help you monitor and record water temperatures using your Apple Watch. This app is perfect for surfers, swimmers, ice-bathers, and anyone wants water temperature readings in real-time. Key Features: - Real-Time Temperature Monitoring: Instantly view the current water temperature on your Apple Watch. - Temperature Units: Easily switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. - Temperature Accuracy: Provides accurate readings with a ± precision. - Session Timer: Track the duration of your water activities with the built-in timer. - Min/Max Temperature Recording: Record and review the minimum and maximum water temperatures during your session. - Latest Reading Display: Always displays the most recent temperature reading and how long ago it was measured when out of the water. - Dive Mode Integration: Easily set up Dive mode using the Action button for quick access during water activities. Usage Instructions: 1. Install the Water Temperature app on your Apple Watch. 2. Enable the app in your settings to start monitoring water temperatures. 3. Switch to the Water Temperature app on your watch to begin recording temperatures. 4. View real-time temperature updates directly on your watch face. 5. Use the session timer to keep track of the duration of your activities. 6. Review the minimum and maximum temperatures recorded during your session. 7. Configure the Action button to quickly launch Dive mode for underwater activities by following the setup instructions in your watch settings. Note: This app is available only on devices with a Depth Gauge and Water Temperature Sensor. See Measure underwater temperature, duration, and depth on Apple Watch for more information: https://support.apple.com/guide/watch/measure-underwater-temperature-duration-depth-apd9073c83d6/watchos WARNING: Underwater activities are risky. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, read and follow all instructions and warnings in the Apple Watch Ultra User Guide. THIS APP IS NOT A DIVE COMPUTER AND IS INTENDED FOR SURFACE LEVEL ACTIVITY ONLY. Enhance your water activities with accurate and reliable water temperature monitoring. Download the Water Temperature app now and start tracking!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: µBrowser at free against Water Temperature's paid. µBrowser also leads on review sentiment (57% vs 20%) and rating (4.0 vs 3.5). 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
µBrowser costs $2.99 and Water Temperature $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
µBrowser holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: µBrowser has 104 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of µBrowser's written reviews are positive against 20% of Water Temperature's.
µBrowser ships an update every 3 weeks, Water Temperature every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | µBrowser | Water Temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.0 (104 ratings) — better | 3.5 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 57.3% of reviews — better | 20.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 104 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 16 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #97 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arno Appenzeller | Aaron Satterfield |
Customer experience
µBrowser
Water Temperature
In-app purchases
µBrowser
No in-app purchases
Water Temperature
No in-app purchases
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