Central App vs Watsons TH
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Central App
Shop from Thailand's favorite department store on your mobile device. Discover authentic products, exclusive deals, and daily promotions across a wide range of categories. Enjoy a seamless online experience with features like advanced search, real-time notifications, and convenient pickup options.
- Browse new arrivals and bestsellers
- Advanced search filters
- Discount coupons and credit card benefits
- Real-time notifications
- Exclusive brand discovery
- Click & Collect service
- Secure payment options
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Central App Explore and shop anytime, anywhere with Central App. Enjoy a seamless online shopping experience from Thailand’s most beloved department store, right in your palm. Discover a world of authentic products with exclusive deals, gifts, and daily promotions. App Features: - Browse and shop new arrivals, bestsellers, and exclusive offers including Brand Day and Super Brand Day - Find your perfect items from over 3,000 brands with advanced search filters by categories, brands, colours, price ranges, sizes, and more. - Stay updated on the latest discount coupons and credit card benefits. - Receive real-time notifications for order updates and amazing deals. App Highlights: - Enjoy the most reliable online shopping experience with guaranteed authentic products, just like shopping at Central Department Store. - Discover real-time updates on special offers. - Explore exclusive brands like Samo Ondoh, Vivienne Westwood, Mardi Mercredi, Dior, Chanel, Polo Ralph Lauren, Marks & Spencer, Sanrio, and Muji, only available at Central. - Easily browse a wide range of premium cosmetics, skincare, fragrances, fashion, home furnishings, tech, gadgets, sports equipment, and more. - Enjoy our "Click & Collect" service for convenient order pickup at your preferred Central branch. - Choose from secure payment options including credit card, bank transfer, cash on delivery, and more. - Shop with confidence thanks to genuine product guarantees and reliable customer reviews. Contact us: www.central.co.th www.facebook.com/CentralDepartmentStore
Watsons TH
Shop for health and beauty products with ease. Virtually try on makeup, access exclusive deals and promotions, and manage your loyalty card. Discover health and beauty trends and tools.
- Virtual makeup try-on
- Virtual member card
- In-store coupons and vouchers
- BMI/BMR Calculator
- Health and beauty trend discovery
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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 VIRTUALLY Now with the #ColourMe tool in our App, you can try on all sorts of makeup and color shades virtually and hassle-free! Shop for your favourite colors and styles, and try on entire “hot looks” handcrafted by our beauty experts. VIRTUAL MEMBER CARD You don’t need to carry around your Watsons Card anymore. Just pop open your virtual card when you’re shopping in our stores to collect points and unlock member-only discounts! IN-STORE COUPONS AND VOUCHERS There might be exclusive in-store coupons 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, our BMI/BMR Calculator can help you achieve your wellness goals. 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!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Watsons TH at 4.7 against Central App's 2.9. Watsons TH also leads on review sentiment (52% vs 14%) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 89). Central App's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 TH holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Watsons TH has 1.1K ratings behind it against 89, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Central App's written reviews are positive against 52% of Watsons TH's.
Central App ships an update weekly, Watsons TH every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.
| Parameter | Central App | Watsons TH |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.9 (89 ratings) | 4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 13.9% of reviews | 52.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 89 | 1.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 149 MB | 199 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Central Department Store Ltd. | AS Watson & Company, Limited |
Customer experience
Central App
Watsons TH
In-app purchases
Central App
No in-app purchases
Watsons TH
No in-app purchases
