6.5 Safe to install
Fun Fitness Tracking for Kids with Garmin Jr.™
Garmin Jr.™ encourages children to stay active through gamified challenges and colorful design, making fitness exciting for young users.
When used in conjunction with a compatible Garmin kid's wearable device, the Garmin Jr.™ app becomes a valuable tool for parents to monitor their children's activity and sleep patterns, manage chores and rewards, and encourage daily physical activity.
Parents can also utilize the app's text and voice messaging features to stay connected with their children when using an LTE-capable device. The location of their children can be tracked on the map within the Garmin Jr.™ app, with the ability to set boundaries and receive corresponding alerts. This ensures that communication is limited to only those individuals added as guardians, caregivers, or friends within the app.
The Parent Helper
- Access detailed statistics regarding their child's activity and sleep.
- Celebrate individual accomplishments, such as reaching personal records for steps and active minutes.
- Assign tasks and chores and reward their children when they are successfully completed.
- Manage their child's device settings, including goals, alarms, icons, and display options.
- Create challenges to motivate the entire family to engage in more physical activity.
- Connect with other families for friendly competition through multi-family challenges.
- Invite up to nine guardians and caregivers to participate within the family network.
- Send text and voice messages directly to their child's compatible Garmin device.*
- Track their child's location on the map.*
- Receive notifications when their child enters or leaves designated family boundaries.*
- Receive notifications when children in the family request assistance from their compatible devices.
¹The app requires installation on a compatible smartphone owned by the parent.
²For information on the accuracy of activity tracking, please consult this link: http://www.garmin.com/en-us/legal/atdisclaimer
*An active subscription plan is necessary to utilize LTE features.
Overview
Garmin Jr.™ is a Freeware software in the category Home & Hobby developed by Garmin.
The latest version of Garmin Jr.™ is 6.5, released on 09/03/2024. It was initially added to our database on 09/26/2023.
Garmin Jr.™ runs on the following operating systems: Android/iOS.
Users of Garmin Jr.™ gave it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- User-friendly interface designed for children
- Encourages physical activity through gamification
- Variety of fun features like challenges and rewards
- Built-in fitness tracking and step counter
- Durable and water-resistant design
- Customizable watch faces and themes
- Parental controls for managing usage
- Syncs with Garmin Connect app for additional insights
Cons
- Limited battery life compared to adult devices
- Screen may be small for some kids' preferences
- Not as many advanced features as adult Garmin devices
- Requires smartphone app for full functionality
- Limited GPS tracking features
- Higher price point than some competing options
- Some users report syncing issues with their smartphones
FAQ
What is Garmin Jr.?
Garmin Jr. is a line of kid-friendly wearables designed by Garmin that promotes health, fitness, and activity tracking for children.
What features does Garmin Jr. offer?
Garmin Jr. offers features such as step tracking, activity tracking, sleep monitoring, customizable watch faces, and fun challenges to encourage physical activity.
Is Garmin Jr. waterproof?
Yes, many versions of Garmin Jr. are water-resistant, allowing kids to wear them while playing in the pool or during other water activities.
How do I set up my child's Garmin Jr.?
To set up Garmin Jr., download the Garmin Connect app, create an account, and follow the on-screen instructions to connect the device to your child's account.
Can parents monitor their child's activity using Garmin Jr.?
Yes, parents can monitor their child's activity levels, steps taken, and sleep patterns through the Garmin Connect app.
What is the battery life of Garmin Jr.?
The battery life of Garmin Jr. is approximately 5 days on a single charge, depending on usage.
Is Garmin Jr. compatible with smartphones?
Yes, Garmin Jr. is compatible with most smartphones via the Garmin Connect app, which is available for iOS and Android devices.
Can my child use Garmin Jr. for sports?
Absolutely! Garmin Jr. can track various activities including running, biking, and swimming, making it suitable for sports participation.
Does Garmin Jr. have any safety features?
Garmin Jr. includes features like reminders to move and can be linked to a smartphone for safety notifications.
What age group is Garmin Jr. designed for?
Garmin Jr. is generally designed for children aged 4 to 9 years old.
Peter Salakani
I'm Peter, a software reviews author at UpdateStar and content specialist with a keen focus on usability and performance. With a background in both software development and content creation, I bring a unique perspective to evaluating and discussing general software topics. When I'm not reviewing software, I enjoy staying updated on the latest tech trends, experimenting with new applications, and finding innovative solutions to everyday tech challenges.
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