How to Listen to Audible on Apple Watch [2024]

Part 1. Is There An Audible Apple Watch Integration

Yes, you can enjoy your favorite audiobooks on the go with seamless Audible integration on your Apple Watch. Whether you're running, commuting, or simply relaxing, your stories are always within reach.

Audible compatibility extends to various Apple Watch models, including Series 7, SE, and Series 3 (and newer). This integration was first introduced in 2018 with the release of watchOS 5, bringing the dedicated Audible app to your wrist.

A significant update in 2022 further enhanced the experience, allowing for independent streaming and one-tap downloads directly on the Apple Watch. No need to constantly sync from your iPhone! The app also offers seamless syncing across devices, allowing users to pick up right where they left off, regardless of which device they're using.

And Audible isn't the only audio option. Your Apple Watch is a versatile audio companion, supporting a range of services like Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. Enjoy your entire audio world right from your wrist.

Part 2. How to Play Audible on Apple Watch Officially

Now that we've explored the fundamentals of Audible's integration with Apple Watch, let's delve into the practical steps for playing Audible on Apple Watch.

How to Install Apple Watch Audible App

To install Audible on Apple Watch, you need to ensure that your devices meet certain prerequisites. The Audible app is compatible with various Apple Watch models, including Series 7, SE, and Series 3. Additionally, your iPhone must be updated to iOS 17 or higher, and the paired Apple Watch must be updated to OS9 or higher. Once these requirements are met, you can proceed with the installation by following these steps:

Step 1. Open the Apple Watch app on your paired iPhone.

Step 2. Tap "My Watch" and scroll down to find "Available Apps".

Step 3. Search for "Audible" and tap on the app when you find it.

Step 4. Tap "Install" next to the "Audible" app.

How to Download and Play Audible Books on Apple Watch Directly

Once you've installed the Audible app on your Apple Watch, you can download audiobooks directly to your device. Here's how:

Step 1. Open the Audible app on your Apple Watch.

Step 2. Go to "My Library" in the app to see your Audible titles.

Step 3. Tap "Download" next to the audiobook you want.

Step 4. Once downloaded, tap the audiobook to play it.

Step 5. Use playback controls to adjust speed, skip, or pause.

How to Sync Audible Books from iPhone to Apple Watch

While direct downloads are convenient, syncing from your iPhone offers another option. Here's how to sync Audible books to your Apple Watch:

Step 1. Open the Audible app on your iPhone and tap on "My Library" at the bottom of the screen.

Step 2. Find the audiobook you want to download and tap on the "Download" arrow at the lower right-hand corner of the audiobook's cover.

Step 3. Wait for the download to complete and tap the "Menu" button next to the desired audiobook.

Step 4. Choose "Sync to Apple Watch" to add the Audible audiobook to your Apple Watch.

Step 5. After finishing the download, you can start listening to the audiobook offline by opening the Audible app on your Apple Watch and selecting the title from your Library.

How to Remove Audible Audiobooks from Apple Watch

To remove Audible audiobooks from your Apple Watch, you can follow these general steps.

Step 1. Open the Audible app on your Apple Watch.

Step 2. From the "Library" screen, tap "Edit".

Step 3. Scroll down and then tap the "Delete" icon next to the audiobook you want to remove.

Part 3. How to Download Audible to Older Apple Watch Models

While the Apple Watch offers a fantastic way to experience Audible, there are a few hurdles you might encounter. Older Apple Watch models, for instance, may not support the Audible app or have limited storage capacity.

Even with compatible devices, syncing audiobooks from your iPhone can sometimes be a frustrating experience. Failed downloads, slow transfer speeds, and syncing errors can disrupt your listening pleasure. Fortunately, there's a reliable solution that bypasses these limitations and unlocks a smoother, more enjoyable Audible experience on your Apple Watch: DRmare Audible Converter.

DRmare Audible Converter allows you to convert Audible audiobooks into common audio formats like MP3, FLAC, AAC, and WAV, which are fully compatible with Apple Watch. This enables offline listening without relying on your iPhone. The tool supports simultaneous conversion of multiple files at up to 100X speed and preserves 100% of the original audio quality. After conversion, you'll enjoy high-quality Audible audiobooks with all the original ID3 tags, chapters, and sound quality intact on your Apple Watch.

How to Convert Audible to Apple Watch-supported Audio Format

Now let's see how to get rid of DRM from Audible audiobooks with DRmare Audible Converter to get Audible book on Apple Music offline with no iPhone.

Step 1Import Audible audiobooks to DRmare

Launch DRmare Audible Converter on your computer. To add the Audible books to DRmare, you should click the "Add Files" button at the top left. Or directly drag the audiobook files from your computer to DRmare Audible Converter.

Step 2Adjust output settings for Audible book

Once all the Audible books are imported to DRmare, you can click the 'Format' icon next to Convert button at the bottom right. Please select the Audible output settings for Apple Watch, including the output format, codec, bit rate. If you want to keep the lossless quality for the Audible audiobooks, simply check the option of "Keep lossless quality (AA, AAX)".

Step 3Convert Audible book for Apple Watch

Now, after everything is done, click Convert button to begin removing protection from Audible audiobooks. Wait for a while until the conversion completes. After that, you'll get the unprotected Audible audio in the output folder you just set. After that you're free to put Audible books on Apple Watch for offline listening for free.

How to Transfer Audible Book to Apple Watch

Step 1. Launch iTunes on your computer and click the Music tab. Then create a new playlist called "Audiobooks" or anything else you like.

Step 2. Add the converted Audible audiobook files you want to play on Apple Watch into the newly created playlist.

Step 3. Transfer and sync the new playlist with your iPhone via iCloud or USB cable.

Step 4. Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone > Music > Synced Music, and select the "Audiobooks" playlist (it should say "Sync Pending").

Step 5. Attach your Apple Watch to its charger with your phone within bluetooth range. And then wait it to sync.

Step 6. Once synced, you can play the Audible audiobooks offline via your Apple Watch freely without bringing iPhone together.

Part 4. In Conclusion

With the Audible Apple Watch app, you can now enjoy your favorite audiobooks directly from your wrist. Whether you choose to play Audible directly on Apple Watch, with your iPhone, or download audiobooks to your watch offline for free using the DRmare Audible Converter, you have the flexibility to listen to your titles wherever you go. So, grab your Apple Watch, sync your audiobooks, and immerse yourself in captivating stories on the go.