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Garmin Ltd. (Schaffhausen, Switzerland)

Garmin Connect+

Premium subscription tier on the Garmin Connect platform with AI-driven training analysis (Active Intelligence), personalised insights, guided running coaches and AI nutrition monitoring with image recognition.

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Shared spot6of 14 professional tools with a GDPR profileOur summary of what the provider itself publishes about your data: whether the data is stored in the EU (2 points), whether there is a certification or GDPR guarantee (1) and whether the provider is established in the Netherlands or the EU (1). 3 or 4 points is Strong, 2 Good, 1 Limited, 0 Unknown. How we measure in sport & fitness
GDPR: Limited
  • Provider based outside the EU
  • Publishes certification/GDPR safeguards

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Price£6.99/mo, 30 days free£6.99/mo or £69.99/yr; 30 days free trial
Free trialYes
Based inSchaffhausen, SwitzerlandOutside the EU
ModelNot publicproprietary AI (Active Intelligence), European headquarters in Switzerland, GDPR-compliant

Last checked: 25 August 2026 · How we check

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What it does

Active Intelligence: AI training analysis
Performance dashboard with recommendations
Garmin Coach: guided running programmes
Nutrition monitoring with image recognition
LiveTrack for real-time location sharing
3D maps and Trails+ route planning
Integration with Garmin wearables
GDPR-compliant (European headquarters)

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Underlying model

in-house AI (Active Intelligence), European headquarters in Switzerland, GDPR-compliant. Many tools build on a large model from, for example, OpenAI or Anthropic. If in doubt, ask for the data processing agreement: it states where your data goes.

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Questions about Garmin Connect+

AI for sport & fitness
Which AI model does Garmin Connect+ use?
The maker of Garmin Connect+ does not publicly disclose which AI model sits underneath. Proprietary AI (Active Intelligence); European headquarters in Switzerland, GDPR-compliant.
How much does Garmin Connect+ cost?
£6.99/month or £69.99/year; 30 days free trial. Check the current price on the provider's website; rates change often.
Who is Garmin Connect+ for?
Garmin Connect+ focuses on sport & fitness. It supports work such as creating and adjusting personalised training plans, automating member administration, scheduling and invoicing, and improving client communication and retention.
What should I look out for with AI in sport & fitness?
Member and health data (training history, body measurements, injuries) are personal data under the GDPR. Only use platforms with a data processing agreement and EU hosting. AI-driven selection or exclusion of members based on health data falls under high-risk in the EU AI Act. Be transparent with members about how their data is used for personalised recommendations.
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