Third-Party App Ideas - Recent Threads

[Request] Soccer / Football Performance Tracking App

Former Member — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 20:21:41 GMT

Hi, I just bought a Fenix 3 and am new to the Garmin Forum. I want to use the watch among other activities to track my (amateur) soccer / football performance. It would be great to record

- the distance run during a game or training
- number of sprints
- own goals scored (through pushing a hardware button for every goal)
- own assists made (through pushing a hardware button for every assist)

The screen can show 3-4 fields including the information above and maybe heart rate in addition. This app goes more to the motivational side and can be helpful to track the performance. It should be easily transferrable to Basketball or other Team sports.

Anybody interest in developing the app? I would be glad to contribute more although I am not a programmer.

Michael

RE: [Request] Soccer / Football Performance Tracking App

ProWatchs — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:12:36 GMT

Thanks, Ying — I shipped this update based on your request. Pitch Pulse v1.1.0 is live now in the Connect IQ Store.

The saved Soccer session now includes Estimated Sprints and Sprint Threshold, together with additional high-speed summaries, as FIT developer fields. After updating the app, record and save a new session, then sync it to Garmin Connect. Connect may place developer fields under the activity's additional/developer metrics depending on the device and Connect version.

If either value is missing after a fresh v1.1.0 activity, please reply with your watch model, firmware and a screenshot of the activity summary. No FIT file or personal route data is needed for the first check.

Thank you for choosing Pitch Pulse. If the update helps, an honest Connect IQ review helps other players find it.

Personal note: I build ProWatchs independently alongside my regular work as a software engineer. If you ever need a custom Garmin app or another end-to-end software solution, feel free to write to me. Voluntary support for these free apps is also welcome at prowatchs.lemonsqueezy.com/.../9bc86fa4-ce8a-41e2-9ccd-5ad50aa0bfef, but it is never expected and unlocks no features.

Eros — ProWatchs

RE: Physical Touch App to be Together With Loved Ones

2020682 — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:46:00 GMT

We've talked about this. And that's fine and dandy but the idea is that you're just reaching out and touching. Not pulling out a phone to message that person. And that it would have a unique buzz. A different sentiment I guess

Physical Touch App to be Together With Loved Ones

Former Member — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 04:04:43 GMT

I would like to propose an app that can make the device vibrate pre-recorded messages to simulate physical touch over long distances. The model of the idea is the Bond Touch device here https://www.bond-touch.com. If there is anyone who thinks they can do this, please reach out.

RE: Physical Touch App to be Together With Loved Ones

flocsy🤠 — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:49:02 GMT

Interesting idea. You could achieve this by using a specific messaging app on your phone that you only use with the loved one, and you set in Garmin Connect to enable messages from that all (but not necessarily from other apps)

This way whenever you message each other the phone's notification message will also be displayed on the watch with a little buzz. Exactly what you want.

RE: Export of only Active Calories

trux — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:22:18 GMT

There is no need for that. Simply enable the option Calorie Adjustments in the Diary Settings of MFP at https://www.myfitnesspal.com/account/diary-settings

Export of only Active Calories

LeeMeek1 — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:26:01 GMT

Is there a means to only share the active calories from an activity rather than the total (which is resting + Active)? When I export the activity calories to another app (such as MyFitnessPal) it imports that data as calories burned for the activity, but this ends up double counting the resting calories, which are already included in the BMR.

RE: Physical Touch App to be Together With Loved Ones

2020682 — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:40:42 GMT

I very much agree. I don't want a whole other device on my arm when my garmin has the functionality, maybe just not the application yet, to do it

RE: [Request] Soccer / Football Performance Tracking App

Ying — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:32:28 GMT

I really hope that after the soccer game ends, I can see the "number of sprints" and "sprint threshold" in the statistical information of "connect" for the "pitch pulse-soccer tracker". Thank you. There is another app called "joga", but I prefer pitch pulse.

FTP server - Transfer music files wirelessly to smartwatch

8446500 — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:59:06 GMT

Hello

It would be beneficial to have an FTP server that can be started manually on my Garmin watch. The server could have access to the music folder where I can upload music files and folders. The server could be accessed via an FTP client running on any smartphone as well as desktop or laptop. Once the transfer is complete stop the server and enjoy the music on my Smartwatch

Sugar Sense – Real-Time CGM Glucose Display for Garmin Watches

Irakli — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 08:59:37 GMT

Hi everyone,

I’m working on Sugar Sense, a companion glucose-monitoring app for people using FreeStyle Libre, Dexcom, and Nightscout.

Sugar Sense currently provides real-time glucose readings, trend information, customizable high and low alerts, predictive low alerts, statistics, and family/caregiver sharing.

I would like to explore bringing Sugar Sense to Garmin watches through Connect IQ. The Garmin version could display:

Current glucose reading
Glucose trend arrow
Time since the latest reading
High, low, and in-range status
A glance, widget, watch-face complication, or data field

The data would be synchronized through the Sugar Sense mobile app or backend. The Garmin app would be a companion display only and would not provide insulin-dose or treatment recommendations.

I’m looking for feedback about technical feasibility, supported Garmin devices, and the best Connect IQ implementation approach. I’m also interested in connecting with an experienced Connect IQ developer.

Garmin golf app

6716744 — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:36:55 GMT

I use the standard golf app on my Garmin fenix watch which is great, but is it possible to add a very small time of day to the screen while using it as it comes in very handy while playing?

is there an app for Loxone? (Smart Home)

2300853 — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:36:55 GMT

Is there an app for the smart home system Loxone? or is something planed?

RE: is there an app for Loxone? (Smart Home)

rolandsm — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:02:18 GMT

Hello,

yes I am working on...

See more on LoxIQ app für Garmin Smartwatches

RE: Can anyone help me write a blood donation tracker app?

8808223 — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:36:32 GMT

Thank so much

Can anyone help me write a blood donation tracker app?

8808223 — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:33:07 GMT

App description: An app that allows users to input the dates they donated blood and their total number of donations. It also includes a countdown to their next eligible donation date, which is usually 3 months apart. Can anyone help me build an app like this? I would really appreciate it!

RE: Can anyone help me write a blood donation tracker app?

Seb. — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:29:22 GMT

Hi 8808223, I have no idea if you installed my app if so let me know how it is and what I can improve.

RE: Digitron/Nixie Watch Face

JasonBonus — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:15:55 GMT

D2 Mach 2 pro support please

Digitron/Nixie Watch Face

4502003 — Tue, 07 Dec 2021 14:08:03 GMT

Hello guys, is there any watch face lookalike with digitron numbers? Or can someone make it?

RE: [Request] Soccer / Football Performance Tracking App

ProWatchs — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:48:10 GMT

I built a focused response to this request: Pitch Pulse records a Soccer FIT activity and shows time, GPS distance, heart rate, current/max speed and an automatic estimated sprint count. The sprint threshold is configurable, and the app is free with no account or external server.

I am the developer. It is intended for training and amateur play; GPS sprints are estimates and players should follow local rules about wearing a watch. Store: apps.garmin.com/.../693b6f51-85ac-4593-9164-fd375c30b1ec

RE: Indoor Rowing Data Fields Idea – Estimated Distance, Split Pace & Distance per Stroke (Fenix 8 Solar 47mm)

5358495 — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:11:07 GMT

I build Connect IQ fields as RiversideArt and this thread was the spec, so thank you. I just shipped an update to my Indoor Rowing Split field that adds the things asked for here: distance per stroke (computed from speed and stroke rate, smoothed), estimated distance when the watch or machine reports none, and the 500 m split with a smoothed version stays the main display.

Store page: apps.garmin.com/.../70a573e5-34a2-450a-a7ce-460a1a856ca2

It is a one-time purchase, no subscription or account. If anything in this thread is still missing, say so and I will look at it for the next update. A store rating genuinely helps a small developer get found.

Indoor Rowing Data Fields Idea – Estimated Distance, Split Pace & Distance per Stroke (Fenix 8 Solar 47mm)

Felipe Dalton — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:07:40 GMT

Hello Connect IQ Developers!

I’d like to propose an idea for an indoor rowing data fields:

Objective:

Provide more meaningful rowing metrics when training without a smart rower, relying only on watch sensors.

1. Estimated Distance (Calories-Based Model):

Even without connected equipment, watches already calculate calories and effort metrics. This means distance could be estimated using a physiological relationship:

D = ((C − 300) / 9.6367)^(1/3) × T

Where:

D = Estimated distance
C = Calories per hour
T = Elapsed workout time

This concept is similar to how rowing machines derive pace from power and would require:

Calories burned
Elapsed time

2. Estimated Split Pace (500m):

Using the estimated distance, split pace could also be derived:

Split Pace (500m) = Elapsed Time / (Estimated Distance / 500)

This would allow users to see a familiar rowing metric even without a connected rower (maybe even use it with the virtual pacer?).

3. Estimated Distance per Stroke:

If stroke count or stroke rate is accessible:

Distance per Stroke = Estimated Distance / Stroke Count or alternatively;
Distance per Stroke = Speed / Stroke Rate

Is stroke detection or stroke metrics accessible enough from a Connect IQ data field, or would this require a full Connect IQ app?

I’d love to hear thoughts from experienced Connect IQ developers.

Thanks.

RE: Can anyone help me write a blood donation tracker app?

Seb. — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:16:13 GMT

It’s available in the App Store it’s called donation tracker. It counts the times you have donated by the date you will fill in for your next donation. Also you can set a starting count and date format.

Only the counter is saved further nothing is collected.

Store: https://apps.garmin.com/en-US/apps/3c35c14a-6e41-4e78-a86d-c94065de77bd

RE: Can anyone help me write a blood donation tracker app?

ProWatchs — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:41:12 GMT

I built and published a free version of this idea: Blood Donation Tracker. It logs today or past donation dates, keeps the last 24 dates plus lifetime total, and shows a configurable reminder countdown. Everything stays on the watch; no account, network or permissions.

I am the developer. Important: the date is a personal reminder only and does not determine medical eligibility; users should follow their blood center and healthcare advice.

Store: apps.garmin.com/.../e8ea0594-bbaa-4236-a2e0-05b2f2efad29

RE: Can anyone help me write a blood donation tracker app?

8808223 — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:24:34 GMT

Let me know when it's available on the store, thanks!