Many Garmin Paid-For Apps Disappear From the Connect IQ Store
As of today, there will be fewer paid-for apps on Garmin’s Connect IQ store
Q: Why?
A: It’s a temporary measure. ‘Traders’ (developers) who have not completed verification can no longer list paid-for apps
Apps are removed today, 17 Feb, and traders (developers) must complete the verification process and then realistically wait several days for approval. This change has been headlined to developers for months and should come as no surprise.
Last Updated on 28 January 2026 by the5krunner
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Good to know thanks as always
Another reason to not get these over priced pos
The watch face I bought, Falcon X, is the best 5 I’ve spent for Garmin
this one?
https://apps.garmin.com/apps/5b590e15-ae0b-4682-8034-00d92987cc18
Yes. I have it as well and it is very good. You can fit so much info on it. Lots of options.
Facon X is free.. at least it is for Fenix 8 solar…
May favorite ones are
Sinn 856 UTC (very classy but only a few information)
SHN TxD II-E
MoonMaster (expensive but cool in case you like Omega Speedmaster)
GB Fenix 8