How to Listen to Qobuz on Apple Watch without iPhone

Part 1. Is There a Qobuz Apple Watch App?

Unfortunately, as of March 2025, there's no standalone Qobuz app for it. That means you can't download Qobuz directly onto your watch like you can with some other music apps. According to the Qobuz ecosystem page, the app is only supported on iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, and PC. A quick check on the Apple App Store confirms that there is no Qobuz Apple Watch app.

This lack of compatibility has frustrated users for years. Back in 2021, someone posted, "Just read that Qobuz has an Apple Watch app, but I can't find it in the German App Store." The reply? Qobuz support said there's no integration and no plans for it yet. Fast forward to January 2025, and the complaints continue: "My Apple Watch works well with Apple Music and Spotify, but I can't figure out how to do this with Qobuz." It's clear that there's no standalone Qobuz app for Apple Watch yet.

Why Doesn't Qobuz Support Apple Watch?

Unlike Apple Music, Spotify, and Deezer, which all have standalone Apple Watch apps, Qobuz hasn't jumped on board. Users have some theories about why:

• Qobuz prioritizes high-resolution audio, and the Apple Watch's Bluetooth streaming might not handle it well.
• With a smaller user base than mainstream platforms, Qobuz may focus development elsewhere.
• Instead of native Apple Watch support, Qobuz leans on background playback via iPhone.

While there is no Qobuz Apple Watch app, you can still listen to Qobuz music on Apple Watch with/without the iPhone nearby. If you want to play Qobuz music on your Apple Watch without an iPhone, skip to Part 3.

Part 2. How to Use Qobuz on Apple Watch with an iPhone

Even without a dedicated app, you can still control Qobuz on your Apple Watch if your iPhone is nearby. Here's how it works:

1. Make sure your Apple Watch and iPhone are paired and connected.
2. Open the Now Playing app on your Apple Watch.
3. Tap the device icon in the top-right corner to see a list of devices.
4. Scroll to and tap iPhone in the list.
5. On your iPhone, open the Qobuz app and start playing a song.
6. The music will play through your iPhone's speaker or a connected audio device, like AirPods.
7. Use the Now Playing app on your Apple Watch to control playback: play/pause, skip tracks, adjust volume.

Limitations of This Method

• You must have your iPhone nearby.
• Apple Watch only acts as a remote control.
• Apple Watch Bluetooth and iPhone output limit Qobuz's sound quality.

Part 3. How to Listen to Qobuz on Apple Watch without an iPhone

If you want to listen to Qobuz on Apple Watch without carrying your iPhone, there's only one real solution: transfer Qobuz music to Apple Music, then sync it to your watch.

Since there is no Qobuz Apple Watch app, the only way to achieve this is to store Qobuz tracks in Apple Music's library. You have two options to do this:

1. Buy Qobuz music: But this can be very expensive, as purchasing high-resolution albums individually adds up.
2. Download Qobuz music with ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader: A smarter and more cost-effective way to convert Qobuz tracks into Apple Music-compatible formats, allowing you to sync them to Apple Watch and listen without an iPhone.

This method is perfect for running, working out, or traveling, where you don't want to carry your phone but still want high-quality music on your Apple Watch.

Why Choose ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader?

With ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader, you can save an unlimited number of Qobuz tracks, albums, and playlists directly to your computer. Unlike streaming, where you need an active Qobuz subscription and internet access, this method gives you permanent access to your favorite songs, even if you cancel Qobuz. ViWizard also preserves high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192kHz, ensuring that the music retains its original depth and clarity. Whether you prefer MP3 for universal compatibility or FLAC for lossless audio, the downloader lets you choose the format (e.g. MP3, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, and more) that best suits your needs.

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• Download Qobuz tracks, playlists, albums unlimitedly
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• Play Qobuz music across devices and media players

Step 1Select Your Qobuz Tracks

Download and open ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader on your Mac or Windows computer. Log in to your Qobuz account in the built-in Qobuz web player and browse your music library. Find the tracks, playlists, or albums you want to download, and click "Add Music" to select and add tracks for download.

Step 2Set Up the Audio Output

Click the menu icon, go to Preferences, and set your preferred audio format. Choose MP3, FLAC, WAV, or AIFF—formats compatible with Apple Music and Apple Watch. If you want to preserve Qobuz's Hi-Res quality, adjust the bitrate and sample rate (up to 24-bit/192kHz). Once everything is set, click "OK" to save your settings.

Step 3Download the Qobuz Music

Go to your conversion list and hit "Convert." ViWizard will quickly download and convert your Qobuz tracks, removing DRM in the process. Once complete, you will find these downloaded Qobuz music files stored in the output folder in your computer.

Step 4Transfer Qobuz Music to Apple Watch

Now that your Qobuz music is downloaded, you need to move it to Apple Music so that it can be synced to Apple Watch.

Once the downloaded Qobuz tracks are transferred to your iPhone's music library, open the Music app on your iPhone. You'll see the Qobuz music saved there. Now, you can sync it to your Apple Watch for offline listening. Here's how to do it:

1. Pair up your iPhone and Apple Watch.
2. Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
3. Scroll to Music and tap it.
4. Tap Add Music, then select your Qobuz songs from Apple Music.
5. Wait for syncing to complete (this may take a few minutes).
6. Once synced, your Apple Watch can play Qobuz music offline without an iPhone.

Conclusion

While Qobuz does not have an Apple Watch app, you still have two main ways to listen. You can use the Now Playing feature to control Qobuz on your iPhone from your watch. Or, you can use ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader to transfer Qobuz music to Apple Music without using your phone. The first way is easy but needs your iPhone nearby. The second gives you freedom to listen to Qobuz on the go! ViWizard keeps working even if your Qobuz membership expires or your internet connection fails. Click the Download button below to easily listen to Qobuz on your Apple Watch!