Best Garmin Connect Apps

Off-grid navigationTrip planningOffline map downloads

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.

Message with Friends & Family

Global messagingInteractive SOSGroup messaging

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.

🌐 Social Networking

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free

Strava: Run, Bike, Walk

Track & share with friends

Record 50+ sport typesAI-powered workout insightsRoute discovery and creation

Track all your activities, from runs to yoga, and share your progress with friends. Discover new routes, get AI-powered insights, and join challenges. Stay motivated and safe with real-time location sharing.

💪 Health & Fitness

(368K)

Garmin Golf

Track golf roundsCompete on global leaderboardsAnalyze course and performance stats

Enhance your golf performance by tracking rounds, competing with friends on global leaderboards, and analyzing your game with detailed stats. Unlock advanced features like virtual rounds and green contour mapping with an optional membership.

⚽ Sports

(7K)

Garmin Jr.™

Activity and sleep trackingChore management and rewardsLocation tracking

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.

Enhance your trucking experience with a companion app that connects to compatible Garmin devices. Access live weather, traffic, fuel prices, and receive notifications directly on your navigator or smartwatch. Manage calls, texts, and even track workout routines during breaks.

Live weather, traffic, and fuel pricesText messages, phone calls, and alertsWeigh station bypass notifications

Connect to Your GPS Plotter

Wireless chart and map transferRoute and waypoint planningActiveCaptain Community for POI reviews

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.

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Garmin Smartphone Link

Address sharingGarmin Live TrafficLive Parking

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.

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Garmin Dive™

Automatic dive loggingGas consumption trackingSupport for multiple dive types

This app serves as a comprehensive diving logbook and planning tool. It automatically records dive data, tracks gas consumption, and supports various diving disciplines. Users can also discover dive sites, manage gear, and share experiences with a community.

⚽ Sports

(845)

free

AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run

GPS Hiking & Biking Trail Maps

Trail discovery by location and interestGPS turn-by-turn navigationOffline map downloads

Discover and navigate over 500,000 trails worldwide for hiking, biking, and running. Find detailed reviews, plan your adventures with GPS and offline maps, and share your experiences with a community of outdoor enthusiasts.

💪 Health & Fitness

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Tacx Training™

Outdoor cycling indoors

Simulate real-world climbs and descentsReal-time speed, power, and cadence dataAutomatic trainer resistance adjustment

Transform indoor cycling into immersive outdoor experiences. Connect to a smart trainer to simulate real-world terrain and track performance data. Enjoy virtual rides, challenges, and sync with other devices for comprehensive training.

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.

Motorcycle-specific navigationTurn-by-turn directions via helmet/headsetNavigation projected to motorcycle meter panel

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Tread®

Track up to 20 friends on mapSync waypoints, tracks, and routesPlan routes with custom preferences

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.

by Garmin International

Wireless remote controlMusic source navigationIndependent volume zone control

Control your marine entertainment system wirelessly from your device. Manage music sources, adjust volume zones, and navigate your library with ease. Optimize audio with advanced DSP settings for a premium listening experience on the water.

This app empowers coaches to remotely train athletes by sending custom workouts to their devices. It provides insights into team training and recovery, and facilitates communication through notes and announcements.

Send personalized workoutsAnalyze training metricsTrack recovery insights

by MOBILE NET POSA, INC.

Real-time smartwatch location trackingVideo and in-app messagingEvent alerts (SOS, low battery, geo-fence)

This companion app manages and controls compatible smartwatches. It enables real-time location tracking, video calls, messaging, and alerts for events like SOS or low battery. Users can also remotely adjust smartwatch settings.

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.

Cellular dog trackingSmartphone integrationVHF tracking signal support