# WatchAudio vs WatchCloud

The clearest difference is rating: WatchAudio at 4.6 against WatchCloud's 3.7. WatchAudio also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 57%) and ratings volume (218 vs 36). WatchCloud's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 27.0). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

WatchAudio costs $1.99 and WatchCloud $3.99 up front. WatchAudio sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. WatchCloud asks for nothing beyond the download.

WatchAudio holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WatchAudio has 218 ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of WatchAudio's written reviews are positive against 57% of WatchCloud's.

WatchAudio ships an update every 5 weeks, WatchCloud every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | WatchAudio | WatchCloud |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $3.99 |
| Rating | **[4.6 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchaudio/id6446786448/reviews)** | [3.7 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchcloud-soundcloud-player/id6466678799/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **218** | 36 |
| Positive reviews | **70.8% of reviews** | 56.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#42** | #174 |
| Size | 26 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 27.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Atlum Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1508897591) | [Ryan Forsyth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1486027180) |

## What reviewers say

### WatchAudio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchaudio/id6446786448)

**Currently charting:** #42 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

This app allows you to store and play audio files directly on your Apple Watch. Enjoy offline playback of music, podcasts, and audiobooks with features like playlist creation, chapter support, and playback speed control. Import files from various cloud services or directly from your device.

**Highlights:** Offline audio playback on Apple Watch, Add audio files to Watch app, Playlist creation, Podcast & Audiobook menus with chapters, Import from cloud storage, Playback speed control, Resume playback position

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 14-day Trial | Free | one-time |
| Premium (Videwatch discount) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $3.99 | one-time |


### WatchCloud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watchcloud-soundcloud-player/id6466678799)

**Currently charting:** #174 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

Listen to your SoundCloud music directly on your Apple Watch, leaving your phone behind. Stream tracks, playlists, and artists over Wi-Fi or cellular. Control playback with intuitive watch gestures and customize your experience.

**Highlights:** Listen to liked tracks and playlists, Search for music, Explore artists, Playback controls, Digital Crown scrubbing, Watch face complications

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy account linking and login (when working)
- 🎵 Access SoundCloud library without phone
- ⚡ Responsive developer support
- 🎨 Clean and intuitive UI design
- 💰 Free or affordable pricing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 🔋 Severe battery drain (100% to 0% in 15 minutes)
- 🔐 Login issues with CAPTCHA not visible on watch
- ⏸️ Music pauses or stops unexpectedly
- 🔌 Requires constant connectivity

**Reported bugs**

- Shuffle feature crashes app
- App closes unexpectedly during playback
- CAPTCHA checkbox invisible on watch screen
- Music stops after few minutes on long tracks
- Loading spinner appears indefinitely

**Requested features**

- Track scrubbing/seeking functionality
- Autoplay for next song
- Repeat/loop single track option
- Shuffle mode improvements
- Music download capability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WatchAudio free?

WatchAudio costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is WatchCloud free?

WatchCloud costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WatchAudio or WatchCloud?

WatchAudio is rated higher. WatchAudio averages 4.6 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while WatchCloud averages 3.7 from 36 ratings.

### Do WatchAudio or WatchCloud have ads?

Neither WatchAudio nor WatchCloud shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WatchAudio or WatchCloud?

WatchAudio ships an update every 5 weeks, and WatchCloud every 2 months. Most recently, WatchAudio was updated on November 7, 2026 and WatchCloud on November 7, 2026.

### Which is more popular, WatchAudio or WatchCloud?

WatchAudio currently peaks at #42 in the App Store charts, and WatchCloud at #174. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*