Apple Watch (SE / Series / Ultra) vs Huawei Watch GT 5: which lets you own your data?

Huawei Watch GT 5 scores higher for data ownership (63 vs 35). They differ on official api, data export, gadgetbridge / open firmware, subscription.

Apple Watch (SE / Series / Ultra)Huawei Watch GT 5
Score35/100 (Fair)63/100 (Good)
Official API ⚡Via phone health platform (5/25)Partner/business only (10/25)
Data export ⚡Full account export (15/25)Local raw files (25/25)
Gadgetbridge / open firmware ⚡Not supported (0/20)Supported (20/20)
Home AssistantNone (0/15)None (0/15)
Subscription ⚡Not needed (15/15)Optional (8/15)
SubscriptionNoneHuawei Health+ (optional)

⚡ = where they differ.

Apple Watch (SE / Series / Ultra)

No cloud API; data stays in HealthKit on your iPhone, readable by apps you authorise. The Health app can export all health data as an archive.

API · Export · Home Assistant

Huawei Watch GT 5

Supported by Gadgetbridge. Huawei Health Kit is aimed at developers and partners rather than personal access. Health+ is optional.

API · Export · Home Assistant

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Scores come from each device's cited sources, last verified 2026-10-20. See how we score.

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