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Butterfly Watch Face Brings Subtle Animation to Wear OS

by thema

โ˜…4.5
ANDROIDWatch Face
This app delivers an aesthetically pleasing watch face featuring animated butterfly elements that respond to user interaction. Designed to help Wear OS users personalize their smartwatch with organic motion and comprehensive customization options. A solid choice for those seeking balance between visual appeal and functional information display.

Detailed Review

Butterfly Watch Face by thema occupies a specific niche in the Wear OS ecosystem, offering users an alternative to the static digital and analog faces that dominate most smartwatches. The app's central premise revolves around integrating subtle animation into timekeeping, with various butterfly species that serve as both decorative elements and functional components. Unlike many animated faces that drain battery through constant motion, this implementation uses thoughtful triggers to balance visual interest with power conservation. The core functionality includes multiple watch face configurations with customizable complications for weather, fitness metrics, and calendar events. Users can select from different butterfly species, each with unique color variations and flight patterns. The ambient mode preserves battery by displaying a simplified version when not actively viewed, while touch interactions trigger brief animations. Practical features like adjustable digital/analog time display, date information, and battery level indicators ensure the face remains functional beyond its aesthetic appeal. In real-world usage, the watch face performs reliably during daily activities from office work to outdoor walks. The animations load quickly when triggered, without noticeable lag on recent Wear OS devices. Some users might find the default animation frequency too conservative, though this design choice clearly prioritizes battery longevity. The customization interface through the companion phone app provides adequate control over color schemes and information layout, though navigating between settings tabs occasionally feels less intuitive than market leaders like Facer or Watchmaker. Early adopters report satisfaction with the unique visual presentation, particularly noting how the butterfly elements create a more organic smartwatch experience compared to purely digital interfaces. Several users mention receiving compliments on the distinctive appearance during social interactions. The lack of performance issues or significant battery drain appears to be a consistent positive mentioned across initial feedback. Some early suggestions for improvement include additional butterfly species and expanded color customization for background elements. Overall assessment positions Butterfly Watch Face as a well-executed specialty option for Wear OS users seeking animated elements without compromising functionality. The balance between visual innovation and practical timekeeping makes it worth consideration, though the niche appeal may not suit users preferring minimalist or information-dense interfaces. The current version delivers on its core promise while leaving room for expanded customization in future updates.

Key Features

  • โ€ขAnimated butterfly elements that respond to touch interactions and time-based triggers, creating dynamic visual interest throughout the day
  • โ€ขMultiple complication slots for weather, step count, heart rate, and calendar events, allowing practical information alongside decorative elements
  • โ€ขCustomizable color schemes for both butterflies and background elements, supporting personalization to match different watch bands and occasions
  • โ€ขBattery-efficient ambient mode that displays simplified graphics when not actively viewed, extending daily usage between charges
  • โ€ขMultiple butterfly species with unique flight patterns and morphological details, providing variety without requiring additional purchases
  • โ€ขAlways-on display support with adjustable brightness settings, maintaining visibility in various lighting conditions while conserving power

Why Users Love It

Unique animated elements stand out from standard faces
Balances visual appeal with battery conservation

Perfect for: Wear OS users seeking aesthetically distinctive watch faces with subtle animation and practical customization

Screenshots

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Current Rank

#33

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Best Rank

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Average Rank

#33

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User Reviews

Kimberley Meyer
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Apr 19, 2024

I love the different colors/designs. I paid for the premium just for the feature so I could coordinate with different watch bands. (Yes, I'm that person). Anyway, it's fun and different for an old bird like myself.

Amanda Lynne (Red)
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Mar 25, 2025

Love the amount of options you have provided for this watch face! Please develop more of these feminine watch faces๐Ÿ™!!

TJ Miles
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Apr 6, 2024

Love this watch face! With premium you can change it to everything you want on there! And I will have this watch face for a long time. I just can't get over how beautiful it is!

Lisa Buchanan
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Mar 16, 2024

Perfect for spring (or when you wish it was), I love how the butterflies and colours match the flowers on my strap, and it makes me smile everytime I look at it for info. Really beautiful. Thank you for this gorgeous design and many options ๐Ÿ˜

cindy walker
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Apr 22, 2024

The Butterfly watch face is very customizable. It makes me happy. Butterflies were my mother's favorite, and I can customize for the seasons. My definite go-to.

App Details

Developer

thema

Platform

android

Rating

โ˜…4.5

Last Updated

11/9/2025