# Garmin Messenger™ vs TDB+

The clearest difference is rating: TDB+ at 5.0 against Garmin Messenger™'s 4.6. TDB+ also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). Garmin Messenger™'s advantage is ratings volume (14K vs 4) and chart position (#84 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

TDB+ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Garmin Messenger™ has 14K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Garmin Messenger™ | TDB+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/garmin-messenger/id1550351929/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tdb-plus/id6812447082/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 19.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#84** | — |
| Size | 107 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Garmin](https://appshunter.io/developer/411046952) | [TDB Productions LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6779702296) |

## What reviewers say

### Garmin Messenger™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/garmin-messenger/id1550351929)

**Currently charting:** #84 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

Communicate globally with friends and family, even without cell service. Pair with a compatible satellite communicator for secure messaging and SOS capabilities. Enjoy automatic network switching for reliable connectivity and real-time location sharing.

**Highlights:** Global messaging, Interactive SOS, Group messaging, Photo and voice messaging, Automatic network switching, Real-time location sharing (LiveTrack)

**Features:** Siri integration

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Great messaging functionality
- 👍 Seamless cellular and satellite communication
- 🚀 Consolidated messaging experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Activation and verification issues
- 🐛 Pairing problems with InReach devices
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable app
- 👎 Difficult to use and navigate
- 👎 Lack of support for older InReach models

**Reported bugs**

- No verification code received
- App freezes during activation
- Inconsistent behavior between app and device
- Messaging not working in areas with no cell coverage

**Requested features**

- Ability to message non-Messenger contacts
- Improved contact management and syncing
- Apple Watch compatibility
- Ability to delete messages on paired devices
- Better integration with Garmin Explore app


### TDB+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tdb-plus/id6812447082)

A physician-backed community offering evidence-based guidance and real-life support for parents from conception through the toddler years. Connect with others, access expert advice, and find resources to navigate the challenges of growing your family.

**Highlights:** Physician-backed guidance, Community support for parents, Stages: conception to toddler, Live sessions with doctors, Structured courses, Access to trusted information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Garmin Messenger™ free?

Garmin Messenger™ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TDB+ free?

TDB+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Garmin Messenger™ or TDB+?

TDB+ is rated higher. Garmin Messenger™ averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while TDB+ averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Garmin Messenger™ or TDB+ have ads?

Neither Garmin Messenger™ nor TDB+ shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*