Garmin Music Manager (unofficial)
A modern macOS application for managing music on Garmin watches (specifically tested with the Venu 3). This app allows you to drag-and-drop MP3 and M4A files directly onto your watch and manage playlists without needing Garmin Express or Apple Music.
Features
- Drag-and-Drop: Easily transfer audio files to your watch.
- Playlist Management: Create and edit .M3U8 playlists directly on the device.
- No Vendor Lock-in: Works independently of Garmin Express and Apple Music sync.
- Fast & Lightweight: Native SwiftUI interface with a high-performance MTP backend.
I got so sick of the Garmin Express app requiring Apple Music to sync MP3s that I created my own macOS app. So now, there's no faff, just:
- Plug in the watch
- Drag-and-drop MP3 or M4A files
- Optionally create a playlist
- Disconnect and listen!
Please note that I'm sharing something I made for myself. It works for me, on my smartwatch, and I'd love it if it works for you, too. However, please don't contact me for unpaid support!