Garmin Phone Apps?

[DKRITTER]

I have used Garmin Drive for years but saw a different app in the Google store called Garmin SmartPhone Link.

Can someone explain the difference between the 2 apps.

If it makes a difference I have a Garmin RV 1090.

 

[Neal]

It's not a new app as I just checked the Apple App Store details, not sure what this is. But I see in-app purchase pricing outlined so you may have to pay for content. Long worded way of "I don't know"

Garmin Smartphone Link App

Share information and live services between any compatible Bluetooth®-enabled nüvi® and your iPhone® or Android smartphone

www.garmin.com

‎Garmin Smartphone Link

‎Smartphone Link works with select Bluetooth® enabled Garmin navigation devices, including most products from the following product categories: • Garmin Drive™, Garmin DriveSmart™, Garmin DriveAssist™, Garmin DriveLuxe™ automotive navigators • Garmin RV and Camper navigators • zūmo motorcycle...

apps.apple.com

Garmin Smartphone Link - Apps on Google Play

Connect for a Better Drive

play.google.com

 

[Scotttkd2]

I believe they have created different apps for interfacing with different devices over the years, and now have quite a stable of them. Must be easier than consolidating into one or two apps I guess.

 

[Knobs]

I have used Garmin Drive for years but saw a different app in the Google store called Garmin SmartPhone Link.

Can someone explain the difference between the 2 apps.

If it makes a difference I have a Garmin RV 1090.

Your RV 1090 is not listed in Garmin's "compatible devices" list:

Garmin Smartphone Link App

Share information and live services between any compatible Bluetooth®-enabled nüvi® and your iPhone® or Android smartphone

www.garmin.com

 

[DKRITTER]

Thanks Y'all
I think Scott is correct with Garmin creating several different apps. I did notice in Neal's Garmin discription Smartphone link is compatible with the Nuvi line from Garmin. So Knobs it makes sense, I'll go back to Drive.