Comparison

Fidget Watch vs LongPlay

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

Head to head
About

Fidget Watch

This app transforms your Apple Watch into a tactile fidget toy with four interactive controls. Enjoy realistic metallic designs, nuanced haptic feedback, and smooth animations for a stress-relieving and focusing experience.

Highlights
  • Interactive switch, knob, and slider controls
  • Realistic metallic designs and physics
  • Nuanced haptic feedback
  • Skeuomorphic design with shadows and gradients
  • Standalone Apple Watch functionality
  • Smooth animations and spring physics
Features
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Calm down or focus on what matters. Fidget turns your Apple Watch into a tactile fidget toy. You get four interactive controls—each crafted with realistic metals, shadows, and physics—backed by nuanced haptic feedback for a satisfying, stress-relieving experience. What you can do * Toggle the switch. A switch with a metallic track and glossy silver thumb. * Tap without purpose. * Turn the knob. A rotatable brass knob with grip lines and distinct haptic steps at key positions. * Slide the slider. A vertical slider with a metallic track and continuous haptics for fine control. Everything so you can focus on what matters. Why it stands out * Premium skeuomorphic design: Realistic shadows, gradients, and metallic finishes. * Advanced haptics: Different intensities for minor/major positions; a fixed brass arrow pointer marks haptic trigger points. * Natural feel: Smooth animations and spring physics tuned for the small screen. * Optimized performance: Built with SwiftUI and engineered for watchOS to stay responsive while feeling high-end. * Truly wearable: Standalone on Apple Watch—perfect for quick focus breaks anywhere. For whom Everyone who needs some space and calm. ADHD and neurotypicals are welcome. So as anyonce who who enjoy tactile, interactive experiences; people who fidget to reduce stress and sharpen focus; design lovers who appreciate craftsmanship on the wrist.

About

LongPlay

Features
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LongPlay is an audio player specialized for long-form audio files you have on your devices. Import MP3, M4A, AAC, or WAV files via AirDrop or the Files app, and you're ready to go. On your commute, during a walk or run, while doing chores, on a long train ride or flight, or as you drift off to sleep — LongPlay fits right into your daily routine. With Apple Watch support, your Watch works as a remote for your iPhone — play, pause, skip, and adjust speed right from your wrist, even when your iPhone is tucked away in a crowded train or strapped to your arm on a run. Your playback position is saved automatically, so you never lose your place. Progress bars in the library let you see at a glance how far along you are in every file. No account required. No data leaves your device. Import your files and start listening right away. ◆ Auto-Resume Your position is saved automatically. Pick up exactly where you stopped, every time. ◆ Listen Faster Adjust playback speed from 0.7x to 2.0x in fine 0.05x steps. Get through more content in less time. ◆ Track Your Progress Progress bars and completion marks in your library let you see what you've finished and what's still playing. ◆ Apple Watch Support Control playback from your wrist without reaching for your iPhone. ◆ Flexible Skip Controls Set your preferred skip duration to 5, 10, 15, 30, or 45 seconds. ◆ Easy Import Import MP3, M4A, AAC, and WAV files via AirDrop or the Files app. Metadata and artwork are loaded automatically. ------------------------------------- LongPlay Premium ------------------------------------- Not a subscription — one purchase unlocks all Premium features forever. ▶ Bookmarks Save any moment with a note and jump back to it instantly. ▶ Chapters Navigate long episodes with embedded chapter support for MP3 and M4A files. ▶ Playlists Queue up multiple files in any order for continuous playback. Customize each playlist with an icon and color so you can tell them apart at a glance. ▶ Loop Playback Repeat the entire playlist or keep a single file looping on repeat. ▶ Sleep Timer Auto-stop playback after a set time or at the end of the current file. ▶ Apple Watch Premium Bookmark moments and set sleep timers right from your Watch. ------------------------------------- Supported formats: MP3 / M4A / AAC / WAV Requires iOS / iPadOS 18.0 or later / watchOS 11.0 or later for Watch features

Screenshots

LongPlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LongPlay at Free against Fidget Watch's $1.99. LongPlay also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 6 months). Fidget Watch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#185 vs unranked). On ads 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

LongPlay is free to download; Fidget Watch costs $1.99 up front. LongPlay sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Fidget Watch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fidget Watch ships an update every 6 months, LongPlay every 11 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Fidget Watch versus LongPlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFidget WatchLongPlay
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#185 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKirill MalevU-FACTORY Co.,Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Fidget Watch

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

LongPlay

One-time1
  • LongPlay Premium$5.99

Questions

Is Fidget Watch free?
Fidget Watch costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is LongPlay free?
LongPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Fidget Watch or LongPlay have ads?
Neither Fidget Watch nor LongPlay shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fidget Watch or LongPlay?
Fidget Watch ships an update every 6 months, and LongPlay every 11 days. Most recently, Fidget Watch was updated on November 5, 2026 and LongPlay on November 5, 2026.

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