Evie Summers
The Apple Watch Series 6 has a dedicated App Store, meaning you can download a third-party sleep-tracking app directly to your watch. However, Apple introduced an integrated sleep tracker in 2020 with watchOS 7, which is available on the Apple Watch Series 3 or newer, SE, or Ultra. To use the built-in Sleep app, your watch must be running watchOS 8 or later, and you must enable the Track Sleep with Apple Watch setting.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Sleep tracking | Requires watchOS 8 or later |
| Sleep tracking apps | Sleepwatch, AutoSleep, Sleep Cycle |
| Sleep tracking app cost | $5.99 (AutoSleep) |
| Sleep tracking app accuracy | Not always 100% accurate |
| Sleep tracking requirements | Apple Watch must be running watchOS 7 on a Series 3 or newer, SE, or Ultra; iPhone 6s or later running iOS 14 or higher |
| Sleep tracking setup | Enable "Use this Watch for Sleep" in the Watch app on the phone |
| Sleep tracking charging | Requires at least 30% charge before bed; charging reminders can be enabled |
| Sleep tracking data | Time In Bed, Sleep Duration, Sleep Stages, Respiratory Rate, Heart Rate |
| Sleep tracking data history | Data available for past week, month, or 6 months |
| Sleep tracking data view | Open Sleep app on Apple Watch and turn Digital Crown |
| Sleep tracking data transfer | Install sleep tracking app on iPhone and transfer to Apple Watch via Watch app |
| Sleep tracking schedule | Can be set up in the Health app on iPhone or in the Settings app on Apple Watch |
| Sleep tracking schedule adjustment | Can adjust wind-down and sleep goal on iPhone or Apple Watch |
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What You'll Learn
Setting up sleep tracking
To set up sleep tracking on your Apple Watch, you will need to ensure that your Apple Watch is paired with your iPhone and that you have the latest version of watchOS.
Firstly, make sure your Apple Watch is charged to at least 30% before you go to bed. If your watch is low on battery, you will be prompted to charge it. You can also turn on Charging Reminders, which will remind you to charge your watch before your wind-down time and notify you when it is fully charged.
Next, you can create a sleep schedule. Open the Health app on your iPhone and tap ''Browse' at the bottom of the screen, then tap ''Sleep' and 'Get Started' under 'Set Up Sleep'. Here, you can set a sleep goal, which is the number of hours of sleep you want to get. You can also set your bedtime and wake-up times.
You can also turn on Sleep Focus, which limits distractions before you go to bed and protects your sleep after you are in bed. This will simplify your Lock Screen and turn off your Apple Watch display. You can also set a Wind Down time, which will give you a bedtime reminder and turn on Sleep Focus before your scheduled bedtime.
Finally, make sure you wear your Apple Watch to bed for at least one hour each night. The watch will then use your motion to detect sleep and track your sleep data. In the morning, you can check the Sleep app on your watch to see how much sleep you got, the time spent in each sleep stage, and your sleep average over the last 14 days.
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Viewing sleep data
To view your sleep data on your Apple Watch, open the Sleep app on your watch and turn the Digital Crown to view your Sleep Stages data, Time Asleep, and your Sleep Duration for the last 14 days. You can also view your sleep data on your iPhone by opening the Health app and tapping Browse at the bottom of the screen, then tapping Sleep. This will show the amount of sleep you got the night before, the time spent in each sleep stage, and your sleep average over the last 14 days.
If you want to see more details about your sleep data on your iPhone, tap Show More Sleep Data. This will show you the average time spent in each sleep stage, as well as your respiratory rate while sleeping. Your Apple Watch can track your breathing rate as you sleep, which can give you greater insight into your overall health. To view your respiratory rate data, open the Health app on your iPhone, tap Browse, then tap Respiratory. Tap Respiratory Rate, then tap Show More Respiratory Rate Data. The Sleep entry will show the range of your respiratory rate as you slept. It's important to note that respiratory rate measurements are not intended for medical use.
You can also view your sleep data for different time periods, such as a day, week, month, or 6 months, by tapping on the D, W, M, or 6M options in the Health app on your iPhone. Additionally, you can adjust your sleep schedule and goals as needed on your iPhone or Apple Watch. To do this, open the Health app, tap Browse, then tap Sleep. Tap Full Schedule & Options, then tap Wind Down or Sleep Goal under Additional Details. Adjust your time, then tap Wind Down or Sleep Goal to save your changes.
To view your sleep data on your Apple Watch, make sure you have enabled Sleep Tracking and worn your watch to bed for at least one hour. You can also turn on Charging Reminders to remind yourself to charge your watch before your wind-down time. This will ensure that your watch has enough battery life to track your sleep data throughout the night.
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Using third-party apps
While the Apple Watch has a built-in sleep tracking feature, third-party apps can provide more detailed sleep metrics. Here are some notable third-party sleep tracking apps for the Apple Watch:
AutoSleep
AutoSleep is a paid app that offers a one-time charge of $4.99 for access to all its features. It provides insightful and well-designed graphical analytics for immediate and long-term feedback on your sleep hygiene and heart health. It also has no user analytics tracking, advertising plugins, or data uploads. AutoSleep has added support for third-party devices that send SpO2 data to Apple Health, and it integrates with Sleep Stages from the Apple Sleep app.
Sleep Cycle
Sleep Cycle is another third-party sleep tracking app that can be accessed through the Apple Watch. It analyzes your sleep during the night and wakes you up at the set time, transferring the analysis to your phone. The Sleep Cycle app also allows you to detect snoring and other sounds, which the Apple Watch app currently cannot do on its own.
Sleep Pulse 3
Sleep Pulse 3 is a fully-featured standalone sleep tracking app for the Apple Watch. It tracks your heart rate, motion, and sleep view when you wake up in the middle of the night. All the sleep analysis is done on the Watch itself, rather than on your phone.
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Troubleshooting missing data
If your Apple Watch is not recording sleep data properly, there are several troubleshooting steps you can take to try and resolve the issue:
- Ensure your Apple Watch is charged to at least 30% before going to bed. If the battery dies overnight, it will not track your sleep data.
- Check that your watch fits comfortably and is not too loose. If it is too loose, the accelerometer may register too much movement during your natural sleep, which can affect the accuracy of the data.
- Make sure Bluetooth is turned on. Some users accidentally turn it off, which can affect the data transfer from the watch to the iPhone.
- Avoid using Low Power Mode when sleeping. This mode will stop heart rate measurements and is, therefore, incompatible with sleep tracking.
- Check that you have enabled sleep tracking on your watch. You can do this by opening the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, tapping the "My Watch" tab, and then tapping "Sleep".
- If you are using a third-party sleep tracking app, such as HeartWatch or AutoSleep, ensure that all health permissions are turned on.
- If the issue persists, try restarting both your watch and your iPhone.
- If restarting does not resolve the issue, try unpairing and then pairing the devices again.
It is important to note that if your watch is not recording data properly, you may need to try multiple troubleshooting steps before finding a solution that works for you. Additionally, some data may still be missing even after resolving the issue, as restarting or unpairing the devices will not bring back data from missed days.
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Charging reminders
To set up charging reminders on your Apple Watch, you need to ensure that your Apple Watch is set up to track your sleep. To do this, open the Watch app on your iPhone and tap the My Watch tab. Then, tap Sleep and Track Sleep with Apple Watch to turn on this setting.
Once you have set up sleep tracking, you can turn on charging reminders. In the Watch app on your iPhone, tap the My Watch tab, then Sleep, and finally Charging Reminders. This will turn on a reminder on your Apple Watch to charge your device before your wind-down time. You can also enable charging reminders in the Settings app on your Apple Watch.
If your Apple Watch is charged to less than 30% before you go to bed, you will be prompted to charge it. When your watch is fully charged, you will be notified.
It is important to ensure that your Apple Watch is charged to at least 30% before you go to sleep, as the watch will not track your sleep data if the battery dies during the night.
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Frequently asked questions
To track your sleep, your Apple Watch must be running watchOS 7 or later, and you must have set up sleep tracking. To set up sleep tracking, open the Watch app on your iPhone, tap the My Watch tab, then tap Sleep. Tap 'Use this Watch for Sleep' to enable the feature and make sure the switches next to Track Sleep with Apple Watch and Charging Reminders are turned on.
Yes, you need to set a sleep schedule for your Apple Watch to track your sleep. You can do this by going to Settings > Focus > Sleep to set up the Focus mode and wind-down time. You can also create multiple sleep schedules, for example, one for weekdays and another for weekends.
Some third-party apps that you can use to track your sleep on your Apple Watch include AutoSleep, Sleep Cycle, and SleepWatch. These apps can be downloaded directly from the App Store on your Apple Watch.
To view your sleep data on your Apple Watch, open the Sleep app, then turn the Digital Crown to view your Sleep Stages data, Time Asleep, and your Sleep Duration for the last 14 days. You can also view your sleep history on your iPhone by opening the Health app, tapping Browse, and then tapping Sleep.
To ensure accurate results, make sure your Apple Watch is charged to at least 30% before bed and that it fits comfortably on your wrist. If the watch is too loose, it may register too much movement during your natural sleep. Additionally, turn on Charging Reminders to ensure that your watch does not run out of battery during the night, as this will interrupt sleep tracking.
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