Widgets not only add an aesthetic appeal to your Android smartphone's home screen, they also make your device more functional by allowing you to see information at a glance without even opening the app itself. These widgets cover different use cases, meaning there is one (if not many) for everyone. So, if you've been looking for some decent Android widgets to spice up your device's home screen, check out this list of 15 useful Android widgets that you should try.

If you've never used widgets on Android before, check out how to add widgets to the Android home screen. It will help you get started with widgets.

Starting this list with KWGT, a custom widget maker that lets you let your creativity run wild and create your own Android widget. You can find a bunch of preset options in the app itself, or you can go to the Play Store to find more presets made by developers that you can install and use with this app. It lets you play with the widgets to make it your own.

It has a bit of a learning curve, but once you get the hang of it, you can create a widget that blends in well with the aesthetics of your home screen. However, you need to purchase the Pro version to unlock the full capabilities of this app. I've been using KWGT custom widget maker for a while now and I can tell you with full confidence that once you start using it, you'll feel the need to install it on every Android device you use. Pros Create your own custom Android widget Most of the features require the Pro version Widgets can be of different types and functionality Can be a bit confusing for beginners. Lots of presets already available in the app Has a large group of 3rd party presets