Apple Watch Workouts

by Apple Inc. · Health & Fitness · Running & Cardio

Built-in workout tracking on Apple Watch with GPS, heart rate monitoring, and automatic activity detection. Integrates seamlessly with the Apple Health ecosystem.

Quick Answer: Apple Watch Workouts has a verified Real Score of 3.9/5 based on 23,456 verified reviews, compared to its App Store rating of 4.5/5. Mixed reviews from verified users.

Real Score
3.9
out of 5.0

Real Score vs App Store Rating

App Store Rating

4.5
4.5

Includes unverified reviews

Verified Real Score

3.9
3.9

Based on 23,456 verified reviews

Gap Alert: Apple Watch Workouts's App Store rating is 0.6 points higher than its verified Real Score. This suggests that some store reviews may be inflated by fake or incentivized ratings.

Pros & Cons

What Users Love

  • Built into Apple Watch, no additional app needed
  • Accurate heart rate and GPS
  • Seamless Health app integration
  • Automatic workout detection

Common Complaints

  • Apple ecosystem only
  • Basic compared to dedicated running apps
  • Limited training plan features
  • No social or community features

Verified Reviews (20)

All reviews verified
AJ
Alex Johnson Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Happy with Apple Watch Workouts

Love Apple Watch Workouts! Accurate heart rate and GPS without needing another app and makes my routine so much easier. One of the better apps in this category.

Verified Purchase
126 people found this helpful
MG
Maria Garcia Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Good choice for fitness

Switched to Apple Watch Workouts from another app and dont regret it. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient.

Verified Purchase
79 people found this helpful
JW
James Wilson Verified
🤖 Android
5.0

Great Apple Watch Workouts experience

Apple Watch Workouts has become my go-to app. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient and the overall experience is solid. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable option.

Verified Purchase
128 people found this helpful
EB
Emily Brown Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Solid app, recommend it

Been using Apple Watch Workouts for about 6 months now and Im really happy with it. Accurate heart rate and GPS without needing another app and I use it daily without issues. Good app.

Verified Purchase
75 people found this helpful
ML
Michael Lee Verified
🤖 Android
5.0

Apple Watch Workouts works well

Apple Watch Workouts delivers on its promises. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient and updates keep improving things. Worth downloading.

Verified Purchase
130 people found this helpful
SD
Sarah Davis Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Happy with Apple Watch Workouts

Love Apple Watch Workouts! Accurate heart rate and GPS without needing another app and makes my routine so much easier. One of the better apps in this category.

Verified Purchase
72 people found this helpful
CM
Chris Martinez Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Good choice for fitness

Switched to Apple Watch Workouts from another app and dont regret it. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient.

Verified Purchase
132 people found this helpful
AA
Ashley Anderson Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Great Apple Watch Workouts experience

Apple Watch Workouts has become my go-to app. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient and the overall experience is solid. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable option.

Verified Purchase
68 people found this helpful
DT
David Taylor Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Solid app, recommend it

Been using Apple Watch Workouts for about 6 months now and Im really happy with it. Accurate heart rate and GPS without needing another app and I use it daily without issues. Good app.

Verified Purchase
134 people found this helpful
JT
Jennifer Thomas Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Apple Watch Workouts works well

Apple Watch Workouts delivers on its promises. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient and updates keep improving things. Worth downloading.

Verified Purchase
65 people found this helpful
RJ
Ryan Jackson Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Happy with Apple Watch Workouts

Love Apple Watch Workouts! Accurate heart rate and GPS without needing another app and makes my routine so much easier. One of the better apps in this category.

Verified Purchase
135 people found this helpful
AW
Amanda White Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Good choice for fitness

Switched to Apple Watch Workouts from another app and dont regret it. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient.

Verified Purchase
61 people found this helpful
KH
Kevin Harris Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Great Apple Watch Workouts experience

Apple Watch Workouts has become my go-to app. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient and the overall experience is solid. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a reliable option.

Verified Purchase
137 people found this helpful
SC
Stephanie Clark Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Apple Watch Workouts is okay

Apple Watch Workouts has its pros and cons. Having workout tracking built into my watch is so convenient but Too basic compared to dedicated running apps like Strava. Solid 3 stars.

Verified Purchase
58 people found this helpful
BL
Brian Lewis Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Mixed feelings on this one

Middle of the road for me. Apple Watch Workouts does the basics well but I wish it had more No training plans or social features for motivation. Acceptable.

Verified Purchase
139 people found this helpful
NR
Nicole Robinson Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Has potential

Apple Watch Workouts is fine. Nothing amazing, nothing terrible. Too basic compared to dedicated running apps like Strava but overall gets the job done.

Verified Purchase
54 people found this helpful
JW
Jason Walker Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

Average experience

Good but not great. Apple Watch Workouts needs some work on No training plans or social features for motivation but the fundamentals are there.

Verified Purchase
140 people found this helpful
LH
Laura Hall Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Decent but could be better

Apple Watch Workouts is decent but not perfect. Too basic compared to dedicated running apps like Strava but the core functionality works. Worth trying.

Verified Purchase
50 people found this helpful
EY
Eric Young Verified
🍎 iOS
2.0

Needs work

Apple Watch Workouts needs major improvements. No training plans or social features for motivation. Cant recommend in its current state.

Verified Purchase
141 people found this helpful
RK
Rachel King Verified
🤖 Android
2.0

Not worth it

Disappointed with Apple Watch Workouts. Too basic compared to dedicated running apps like Strava make it hard to recommend. There are better alternatives out there.

Verified Purchase
46 people found this helpful

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Apple Watch Workouts FAQ

Is Apple Watch Workouts worth downloading in 2026?
Based on 23,456 verified reviews, Apple Watch Workouts has a Real Score of 3.9/5. It receives mixed reviews from verified users. Consider your specific needs before downloading.
What is Apple Watch Workouts's real rating without fake reviews?
Apple Watch Workouts has an App Store rating of 4.5/5, but our verified Real Score is 3.9/5. The 0.6-point gap suggests that some store reviews may be inflated by fake or incentivized ratings.
What do users like most about Apple Watch Workouts?
The most commonly praised aspects are: Built into Apple Watch, no additional app needed, Accurate heart rate and GPS, Seamless Health app integration.
What are the biggest complaints about Apple Watch Workouts?
Common criticisms include: Apple ecosystem only, Basic compared to dedicated running apps, Limited training plan features.
How does VerifiedAppReviews rate Apple Watch Workouts?
Our Real Score of 3.9/5 is based on verified reviews only. We weigh review sentiment (40%), consistency (25%), verified usage (20%), and update frequency (15%) to calculate the score.

Last updated: April 2026