How to Get 49 Free Pokémon Watch Faces for Garmin

If you’ve ever wanted a Pikachu or Bulbasaur staring back at you from your wrist, now’s your chance. Garmin has rolled out 49 Pokémon-themed watch faces that are available for free — a playful addition for trainers and collectors who wear a compatible Garmin smartwatch.

These faces show a mix of classic Pokémon characters in a variety of styles, from minimal digital layouts to more colorful, character-forward designs. They’re designed to work with Garmin’s Connect IQ ecosystem, so installation happens through the usual app store route rather than a firmware update.

How to get them: open the Garmin Connect app on your phone, go to the Connect IQ Store, and search for "Pokémon" or "Pokémon watch faces." From there you can browse the available designs, select the ones you like, and install them directly to a paired compatible device. Some users may also use the web version of the Connect IQ Store if they prefer managing apps from a desktop.

Which watches are compatible? While Garmin hasn’t listed every supported model in a single announcement, Pokémon watch faces typically target recent mainstream models that support custom faces through Connect IQ. That normally includes many Venu series watches, a number of Forerunner models, the Instinct line, and other devices that explicitly support third-party watch faces. If you’re unsure, the Connect IQ Store will show whether a given face supports your exact model before installation.

Performance and battery: remember that animated or highly detailed faces can use more battery than simpler ones. If battery life is a priority, pick a cleaner design or one with fewer on-screen elements. Also check for any permissions the face requests during install — some faces may surface extra data fields like steps or heart rate.

All in all, it’s a fun, free way to personalize your Garmin and show some fandom on the wrist. If you’re a Pokémon fan with a compatible Garmin, it’s worth scrolling through the options and picking a favorite — maybe even swapping faces depending on your mood.