The Garmin Explore app and Garmin Connect app are great tools for planning and reviewing activity data. Each has features the other does not, while also sharing many features.

There are advantages to using each application, as they both add value to data you record with your Garmin handheld.

Garmin Explore App Advantages and Features

For a list of compatible devices, see - Devices Compatible With the Garmin Explore App.

Syncing with the Garmin Explore website
Ability to sync with a device offline
Creating of waypoints and routes
Downloadable Topo and Aerial maps to your smartphone

Features Only Found in the Garmin Connect App

For a list of compatible devices, see - Outdoor Models That Will Sync Track Data to the Garmin Connect App.

In-depth review of activity metrics
A vast community of activity minded individuals
Social hub where you can make Connections and join Groups
Syncs data to Garmin Connect website
Ability to create workouts
Calendar for scheduling workouts and viewing history

Features That Both Apps Offer

Creating routes/courses
Easy management of data
Review of past activities