Comparison

The Watchmakers App vs EveryWatch

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

Head to head
About

The Watchmakers App

Quickly identify, research, and compare watch movements and parts with a vast, structured database. Features photo identification, advanced search filters, and integrated trademark information for detailed horological context.

Highlights
  • Identify movements by photo
  • 12,000+ watch calibers
  • Tens of thousands of interlinked parts
  • 100+ search filters
  • Technical data sheets
  • Trademark and hallmark search
Features
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The Watchmakers App is an iPhone and iPad app for quickly identifying, researching, and comparing watch movements and parts. • Access the most reliable, detailed, structured, and searchable information on ~12,000 watch calibers, interlinked with tens of thousands of watch parts. • Identify any movement by photo against our industry-leading proprietary database using a deep-dive, logic-driven process that outperforms guessing AI, giving you manual-grade precision and total control at every step. • 100+ search filters, including manufacturer, country, power source, complications, escapement, shape, balance position, and more, for quick identification of the movement. • More than 1,000 technical data sheets from original manufacturers, parts interchangeability information from Jules Borel, BestFit, Boley, Flume and GR mainsprings information in collaboration with Generale Ressorts, linked directly to the related caliber infosheets. • Thanks to subscribers to the paid plans, the data in the app is continuously updated and improved with verified data from catalogs, manufacturers, archives, and experts — ensuring the information you rely on stays accurate and current. This commitment to accuracy is what really separates this app from other available watch movement databases. • Closely integrated with the largest horological trademarks database, mikrolisk.de, offering a quick search within the app of 65,000+ hallmarks to find more historical context for vintage movements. • Offers the most comprehensive lists for many manufacturers' movements, including Rolex, Patek Philippe, and many others, as well as the most comprehensive U.S. import codes list.

About

EveryWatch

This app provides in-depth market analysis and real-time valuations for watch collectors and investors. It uses AI to identify watches, track historical performance, and alert users to market changes and new listings. Gain confidence in your collecting decisions with verified data and expert insights.

Highlights
  • AI Watch Scanner for instant identification
  • Real-time market valuations
  • 35+ years of price history
  • Smart alerts for price changes and new listings
  • Curated expert insights
  • Privacy-focused data encryption
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EveryWatch: The Watch Market, Simplified EveryWatch is the essential app for serious watch collectors, dealers, and investors. Get real-time valuations, market insights, and AI tools that turn data into confident decisions. Analyse over 6 million watches and 500,000+ references from 1,600+ dealers, marketplaces, and auction houses worldwide. Every insight is verified, every number is real — so you can buy, sell, and collect with total confidence. EveryWatch is an eBay Partner and may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Key Features: AI Watch Scanner Instantly identify any watch. See live market prices, historical trends, and listings in seconds. Real Market Valuations Access precise, verified values powered by millions of listings updated daily. 35+ Years of Price History Understand how models perform over time to spot true market opportunities. Smart Alerts Track market movements or get notified the moment your desired watch hits the market. Expert Insights Explore curated, data-driven reports highlighting key segments and price tiers — from $25K to $100K and beyond. Privacy by Design Your data stays private and encrypted at every step. Collector Tools Real-time tracking, live market data, intelligent alerts, and verified ownership records — built to help you buy and sell smarter. Price & Stock Alerts Stay ahead with advanced price and stock alerts across global marketplaces. Why Collectors Choose EveryWatch The design is clean. The data is deep. The insights are precise. EveryWatch cuts through noise so you can collect with clarity, accuracy, and confidence. Download EveryWatch today and understand the watch market like never before. Privacy Policy: https://everywatch.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

The Watchmakers App4 screens
EveryWatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: EveryWatch at every 3 days against The Watchmakers App's every 2 weeks. EveryWatch also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.4). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. The Watchmakers App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and EveryWatch sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Watchmakers App ships an update every 2 weeks, EveryWatch every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
The Watchmakers App versus EveryWatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Watchmakers AppEveryWatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.3 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeniss FedotovsEveryWatch

Customer experience

The Watchmakers App

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

EveryWatch

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

The Watchmakers App

Subscriptions2
  • Enthusiast Monthly14 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Enthusiast Yearly14 Days trial$89.991 Year
4 purchases

EveryWatch

Subscriptions4
  • EveryWatch Titanium Plan$17.991 Month
  • EveryWatch Gold Plan$58.991 Month
  • EveryWatch Titanium Plan$179.991 Year
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  • EveryWatch Gold Plan$350.001 Year

Questions

Is The Watchmakers App free?
The Watchmakers App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EveryWatch free?
EveryWatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do The Watchmakers App or EveryWatch have ads?
Neither The Watchmakers App nor EveryWatch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Watchmakers App or EveryWatch?
The Watchmakers App ships an update every 2 weeks, and EveryWatch every 3 days. Most recently, The Watchmakers App was updated on October 25, 2026 and EveryWatch on October 28, 2026.

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