Best Nestwatch Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 250+ nestwatch apps on iOS, 17 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Nestwatch Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NestWatch by the Cornell LabNestWatch by the Cornell LabFree4.0★ (18)NoNoSep 2026
2Thermo Watch for Nest & EcobeeThermo Watch for Nest & Ecobee$2.994.1★ (408)NoYesOct 2026
3Merlin Bird ID by Cornell LabMerlin Bird ID by Cornell LabFree4.9★ (114K)NoNoNov 2026
4Audubon Bird GuideAudubon Bird GuideFree4.3★ (4.5K)YesNoNov 2026
5Watch Cam for Nest CamWatch Cam for Nest Cam$2.993.8★ (102)NoYesOct 2026
6eBirdeBirdFree3.8★ (827)NoNoNov 2026
7BirdWatch: Field IntelBirdWatch: Field Intel$4.99—NoNoJun 2026
8Pheasant SoundsPheasant SoundsFree1.8★ (5)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Nestwatch

4.0(18 ratings)
Free
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Contribute to citizen science by tracking nesting birds across North America. Record nest locations, species, and nesting details to build a comprehensive database for scientific research and conservation efforts. The app offers offline functionality for data entry in remote areas.

Thermo Watch for Nest & Ecobee#2

Thermo Watch for Nest & Ecobee by Marko Radakovic

Nest Thermostat on Your Watch
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
4.1😊(408 ratings)
$2.99In-App Purchases
#36in Lifestyle
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Control your smart thermostats from your Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Use Siri voice shortcuts for seamless adjustments, monitor status on your watch face, and manage multiple devices across different homes.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Quick response times
  • 💡 Useful Apple Watch integration
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Seamless Nest integration
  • 👍 Great customer support

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional authentication issues
  • 🐛 Widget not always updating
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer Nest models
  • 🐛 Siri integration not always reliable
Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab#3

Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab by Cornell University

Identify Birds You See & Hear
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.9😊(114K ratings)
Free
#34in Reference
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Instantly identify birds by sight or sound. This app uses advanced machine learning and a vast database of bird sightings, sounds, and photos to help you discover and learn about avian species worldwide. Track your sightings and explore birds in your region.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Helpful for bird identification
  • 🔒 Accurate bird identification
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Useful for beginners and experts
  • 👍 Enjoyable and fun to use
  • 👍 Comprehensive bird information
  • 👍 Excellent sound identification feature
  • 👍 Connects with eBird
  • 👍 Free app with no ads

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Sound ID not always accurate
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🐛 Difficulty adding birds to life list
  • 🐛 Limited bird packs for certain regions
  • 🐛 Requires location access
  • 🐛 High battery consumption
  • 🐛 Confusing user interface in some areas

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FAQ about Nestwatch

What are the best nestwatch apps for iPhone?
NestWatch by the Cornell Lab tops our nestwatch apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.0-star average from 18 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top nestwatch apps we rank are free to download, including NestWatch by the Cornell Lab and Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Lab.
NestWatch by the Cornell Lab has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 250+ nestwatch apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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