Garmin Jr.™

Garmin Jr.™

by Garmin

7.2K ratings
673 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 29, 2016
  • August 6, 2026

Features

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This app helps parents manage their child's activity, sleep, and chores when paired with a compatible wearable. It also offers communication features and location tracking for added safety.

Activity and sleep tracking
Chore management and rewards
Location tracking
Text and voice messaging
Family boundary alerts
Family challenges
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What's New in Garmin Jr.™

7.5.2

August 6, 2026

Thanks for using Garmin Jr.! We routinely release updates to create a better experience, improve performance and fix bugs.

User reviews

Good for fitness

I rated it a 4 because it’s age appropriate and everything but on my iPad it takes about 5 mins to show me how long l’ve slept

Just difficult

It’s been very difficult with this watch. I have it for my nine year-old granddaughter the notifications that come to me or not loud enough. I actually went to the Apple Store and they couldn’t help me with it either. It’s just not loud enough and my messages can’t go through. I’m unable to send voice messages anymore. It says that you can make calls on this watch. I don’t know about that at all. I don’t know if I advise anybody to get this watch you might as well get a phone.
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Flaky app!

Constantly need to retry and resend voice messages! Had such high hopes..

Good

Love the watch! However, disappointed that it only supports nine adults. When purchased that was not clear.

Great tool for our family

I was looking for an option for my son that could give me some peace of mind for allowing more independence but also a tool that my son could use. I appreciate the tracking and 2-way communication options. My son loves to be able to play music and track his miles for running and being water proof. He also appreciates the 2 way communication as he can contact me with questions or ask to be picked up earlier than planned.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Watch time and date resets unexpectedly

Bug

App crashes when trying to access certain features

Bug

Coins and rewards not syncing properly between watch and app

Bug

Activity data not accurately recorded

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Add GPS tracking capability

Feature

Improve app responsiveness and stability

Feature

Expand game and story content

Feature

Allow more customization of chores and rewards

Feature

Enhance sleep tracking and reporting

Feature

FAQ

What does the Garmin Jr. app do?

The Garmin Jr. app, when paired with a compatible Garmin kid's wearable, allows parents to track their child's activity and sleep, manage chores and rewards, and encourage daily activity. It also offers communication features and location tracking for enhanced safety.

What are the key features of the Garmin Jr. app?

Key features include activity and sleep tracking, chore assignment and reward management, location tracking, the ability to send and receive texts and voice messages, setting up family boundaries with alerts, and creating family challenges to promote activity.

Is the Garmin Jr. app free to use?

Yes, the Garmin Jr. app is free to download and use. However, to utilize LTE features such as calling, messaging, and location tracking, an active subscription plan is necessary.

What devices is the Garmin Jr. app compatible with?

The app is designed to be used with compatible Garmin kid's wearable devices. Parents will need to have the app loaded on their compatible smartphone to manage their child's device and features.

How can parents use the Garmin Jr. app for safety?

Parents can use the app to track their child's location on a map, set up geofenced boundaries, and receive alerts when their child enters or leaves these designated areas. They can also communicate with their child via text or voice messages.