- I keep seeing posts stating update with garmin express. Why is this and why is the built in updating via the watch not considered as good?
The update via the app is just as good, however it can take several days for software updates to install to the devices via the app. Also, some people may have that feature disabled. The Garmin Express allows you to download any updates immediately. This helps ensure the device can be updated right away if an issue is present with the product.
Also, the course updates are fairly large, so those require you plug the device into the computer to update the mapping for those.