Best Garmin Approach S12 Apps

Golfshot Golf GPS Range Finder

Golf Genius Scorecard Tracker

Free

This app provides GPS distances to greens and hazards on over 47,000 golf courses worldwide. It offers automatic shot tracking, performance analysis, and club recommendations to help golfers improve their game and lower scores.

Garmin Smartphone Link

by Garmin

Free

Connect your compatible Garmin navigator to your smartphone to share contacts, search results, and destinations. Access real-time traffic, parking, and weather information to enhance your driving experience. Some premium services require an optional purchase.

Garmin Drive™

by Garmin

Free

Enhance your Garmin navigator or dash cam experience with real-time traffic, weather, and parking information. Access camera controls, settings, and recorded footage, with the ability to sync multiple dash cams for comprehensive video coverage.

ActiveCaptain®

Connect to Your GPS Plotter

Free

This app connects your mobile device to compatible Garmin chartplotters, enabling wireless chart and map transfers, software updates, and route planning. It also provides access to a community of boaters for reviews and information on marinas and points of interest.

Garmin Alpha

by Garmin

Free

Track your dog's movements using cellular technology and your smartphone. This app works with a compatible Garmin dog tracking system to provide real-time location data and navigation features.

Garmin Messenger™

Message with Friends & Family

Free

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.

Garmin Explore™

Explore with a Garmin device

Free

Navigate off-grid with this app, which pairs with a compatible Garmin device for trip planning, mapping, and navigation even without Wi-Fi or cellular service. Plan routes, download maps for offline use, and sync data to the cloud.

Garmin Jr.™

by Garmin International

Free

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.

Varia™

by Garmin

Free

Enhance your cycling safety with real-time alerts for approaching vehicles. This app provides visual and auditory warnings, helping you stay aware of your surroundings. It also allows for video recording and incident detection when paired with compatible radar and camera devices.

ConnectStats -

Stats for Garmin and Strava

Free

Analyze your fitness activities from Garmin Connect and Strava with detailed reports, graphs, and statistics. Visualize your performance with gradient maps and track historical trends. Supports multiple accounts and various activity types.

Tread®

by Garmin

Free

Track friends, sync navigation data, and plan routes with this powersport navigator companion app. It allows for seamless data transfer and provides smart notifications and live weather updates.

Garmin VIRB

by Garmin

Free

Control and manage your Garmin VIRB action cameras, including the VIRB 360. Playback, edit, and share your footage, or even live stream directly from your mobile device. Features include remote control, live viewfinder, and advanced editing tools.

Garmin StreetCross

by Garmin

Free

This navigation app is designed exclusively for motorcycles, offering turn-by-turn directions and real-time traffic updates. It projects navigation onto your motorcycle's meter panel and provides rider alerts for speed zones and cameras. Share your rides with fellow bikers by sending GPX files.

Garmin Pilot

Plan. File. Fly. Log.

Free

This app offers comprehensive tools for general aviation and corporate pilots, including flight planning, interactive maps, weather briefings, and navigation. It streamlines pre-flight preparation, filing, inflight navigation, and post-flight logging with an intuitive interface.

SwingU: Golf GPS Range Finder

Handicap Scorecard & Watch App

Free

This app provides a free, accurate golf GPS rangefinder and digital scorecard. It offers features like shot tracking, handicap estimation, and daily instruction tips. Premium upgrades unlock advanced analytics, club recommendations, and personalized training plans.

dynamicWatch Companion

For dwMap on Garmin watches

Free

Sync routes and settings from your phone to your Garmin watch for offline navigation. Import GPX files and adjust app settings without an internet connection. Premium users can access Strava and Ride with GPS routes.

Memory-Map

Topo Maps / Marine Charts

Free

Transform your device into an outdoor GPS or marine chart plotter with detailed offline maps. Track your location even without a signal, plan routes on your computer, and analyze your adventures. Trusted by professionals for various outdoor activities.