How to Play Music on Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro can store music offline, stream from Spotify, and control phone playback—enabling phone-free workouts with your favorite tracks.
Music Options
| Method | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Offline music | Songs stored on watch (16GB) |
| Streaming | Wi-Fi, LTE, or Bluetooth to phone |
| Control phone | Phone nearby via Bluetooth |
Store Music Offline
Transfer from phone:
- Open
Galaxy Wearableon phone - Tap Manage content Add tracks
- Select songs to transfer
- Music syncs to watch over Wi-Fi
Download Spotify (Premium required):
- Install Spotify on watch via Play Store
- Sign in to Premium account
- Browse playlists
- Tap download icon on playlist
- Songs available offline during workouts
Connect Bluetooth Headphones
- Put headphones in pairing mode
- On watch:
SettingsConnectionsBluetooth - Select headphones from Available devices
- Confirm pairing
Compatible with Galaxy Buds, AirPods, and any Bluetooth headphones.
Phone-Free Workouts
- Download music to watch
- Pair Bluetooth headphones to watch
- Start GPS workout
- Play music during activity
The 590mAh battery supports 10-15 hours of GPS + music on a single charge.
Storage Capacity
16GB total storage:
- ~8-10GB available for music after apps
- About 1,000-2,000 songs depending on quality
- Check storage:
SettingsBattery and device careStorage
Music Control
- Play/Pause: Tap center button
- Skip: Swipe left/right
- Volume: Rotate bezel
- Quick access: Swipe down, tap music controller
Workout Music Setup
Download playlists the night before your outdoor activity. Offline music uses less battery than streaming and doesn't require phone or cellular connection.
See Also: Speaker Features|Battery Life