{"id":17357,"date":"2014-09-12T06:00:20","date_gmt":"2014-09-12T13:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/creativemarket.com\/blog\/?p=17357"},"modified":"2026-10-14T13:32:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T20:32:07","slug":"the-50-best-apple-watch-face-and-app-concepts-so-far","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creativemarket.com\/blog\/the-50-best-apple-watch-face-and-app-concepts-so-far","title":{"rendered":"50 Apple Watch App and Watch Face Designs to Inspire Your Next Project"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Designing for a screen that fits on your wrist comes with a different set of challenges. There’s less room for information, less time to capture someone’s attention, and a real need to make every interaction count. That’s also what makes wearable interface design so interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apple Watch app concepts offer a fascinating look at how designers approach these challenges, from inventive ways to display the time to compact fitness dashboards, messaging interfaces, and everyday utilities. Some experiment with typography and visual style, while others explore how to make useful information easier to access at a glance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ve gathered 50 Apple Watch face and app concepts that offer plenty of inspiration for anyone interested in smartwatch UI design. Many of the original projects date back to the early days of Apple Watch, so think of this collection as a look at the evolution of wearable design rather than a catalogue of current apps or downloadable watch faces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch App Concept by Creativedash<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Dribbble Activity concept by Oleksiy Tymoshenko<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch by Kingyo<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Skype iWatch Concept by Valik Boyev<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Free Time by Alexander Zaytsev<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Applewatch by plearns<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Japan Time by Alexander Zaytsev<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>What If? by Charlie Isslander<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch – Meditation App by Anke Mackenthun<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Watch Face [Concept] by Michael Dolej\u00c5\u00a1<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple watch clock by Martin Eriksson<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>iWatch Alarm clock by Maria Clara Irisarri<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Running by Michael Martinho<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Airbrake Coming to Wrists Near You by Ivan Tolmachev<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>Watch by Bill Labus<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Thrillist Apple Watch Concept by Erica Virtue<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Hours for \u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch #2 by Jeremy Olson<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWATCH Nike Running App Concept by geo1<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Behance Apple Watch by Tyler Gough<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>GateMe – Apple watch concept by Stefan Hiienurm<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple watch clock 2nd by Martin Eriksson<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Activity by Rob Voets<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch – WhatsApp Concept by Emanuele Macri<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Music Mockup by Joe Taylor<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Lightning bolts… or nah? by Miguel Camilo<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>Taxisms Apple Watch Concept by Pavel Karpov<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch concept for GoPro App. by Best Designers Ever<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch – Skype by Rus Adrian Ewald<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Possible Dating App for \u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch by Will Taylor<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Casio Apple Watch Face by Ricardo Thompson<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Watch UI – Audi Assistant by Shafeez Walji<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Proud on \u00ef\u00a3\u00bf WATCH by Piotr Szwach<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>\u00ef\u00a3\u00bf WATCH WatchFace by \u00d7\u201d\u00d7 \u00d7\u00a8\u00d7\u2122 \u00d7\u017e\u00d7\u00a7\u00d7\u00a1<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Mockup for Noon Pacific by Clark Dinnison<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Sellf on \u00ef\u00a3\u00bfwatch by Rita Petrilli<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Wakie Apple Watch by Afiq Xilantra Azmi<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Mimie App by Anggit Yuniar Pradito<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Vk messenger concept by Evgeniy Muhurov<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Sportmatchr Apple Watch App by XEE Tech<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Facebook Concept by Daniel Macedo<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>PandaDoc for Apple Watch by Eugene Nevgen<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Facebook Apple Watch UX exploration by Robert Haverly<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Notation Conductor for Apple Watch \u00ef\u00a3\u00bf by Jamie Maison<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Midddle App on Apple Watch & iPhone 6 by Nico Engelhardt<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch Soccer by Bart Dunweg<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Tide For Apple Watch by Martin Spurway<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Time by Kevin Py<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Apple Watch HAL9000 by Denys Nevozhai<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Golf Watch by Alex Korth<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Bookmate for Apple Watch by Denis Sharypin<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\u00ef\u00a3\u00bfWatch\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
What is Apple Watch app design?<\/strong>

Apple Watch app design focuses on creating interfaces for the Apple Watch’s small screen and wrist-based interactions. Designers need to prioritize essential information, make controls easy to use, and help people complete tasks quickly without navigating a complicated interface.<\/p> <\/div>

What makes a good Apple Watch app interface?<\/strong>

A good Apple Watch interface puts the most important information first, uses readable typography, keeps interactions simple, and avoids overwhelming people with too much content. It should be designed around the specific task someone needs to complete on their wrist.<\/p> <\/div>

What tools can I use to design Apple Watch app interfaces?<\/strong>

Designers can use interface design tools such as Figma to explore layouts and create prototypes. For platform-specific implementation and guidance, Apple’s developer documentation and design resources are useful references. Check the current watchOS guidelines before finalizing interface patterns.<\/p> <\/div>

Can you install custom Apple Watch faces designed by third parties?<\/strong>

Not every watch face concept can be installed on an Apple Watch. Some designs are visual explorations created for portfolios, while actual watch faces must work within Apple’s supported watchOS features. You can personalize supported faces and use compatible complications to display information from apps.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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