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Benefits of Using the Garmin Explore App Compared to the Garmin Connect App With Compatible Handhelds

The Garmin Explore™ app and the 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