You’ll soon be able to use WhatsApp on your Apple Watch

The WhatsApp experience on Apple Watch is finally catching up to Wear OS.

By Pranob Mehrotra Published October 31, 2025

A person wearing the titanium Apple Watch Series 10. — Titanium Apple Watch Series 10, Milanese Loop band Andy Boxall / Digital Trends

What’s happened? WhatsApp is finally set to launch a watchOS app that will let Apple Watch users read, reply, and react to messages right from their wrist.

The messaging giant has already released a beta version through TestFlight.
According to WABetaInfo, the app allows users to read and reply to messages, send voice messages, view media, and react to messages.
However, it’s not a standalone app, and users will need to keep their iPhone connected to their watch to use the app.

Why is this important? The release will fill a long-standing gap, as Apple Watch users could only interact with WhatsApp through basic notifications so far.

With the watchOS app, the WhatsApp experience on Apple Watch will finally catch up to what Wear OS users have had for quite a while.
Users will no longer have to pull out their iPhone for quick replies or reactions, making messaging far more convenient.

Why should I care? If you’re an Apple Watch user who relies on WhatsApp for daily conversations, the watchOS app will allow you to see and reply to messages more quickly. You’ll also be able to view media, react to messages, and send voice notes without reaching for your phone.

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What’s next? The app is currently limited to beta testers, and WhatsApp has not shared an official release date yet. The company may add more features by the time it lands on your Apple Watch.

Pranob Mehrotra

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