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Last updated on: 2026-06-03
Android Apps > Tools > ANT+ Plugins Service
ANT+ Plugins Service icon

ANT+ Plugins Service

3.6.40
ANT+
3.56
342,994 reviews
1,000,000,000+
Downloads
Free

Enables ANT+ wireless communication for ANT+ enabled apps.

Not recently updated — last update was on 2017-03-27. This app may no longer be actively maintained.
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Pros & Cons

  • Massive, pre-installed install base from device manufacturers.
  • Low power consumption suitable for wearables and sports devices.
  • Not spyware and does not collect personal data.
  • Free Android SDK and simple API for developers.
  • Limited workout/training features and no GPS/maps integration compared to some rivals.
  • No built-in activity analytics or map-based features.
  • On many devices, the service cannot be uninstalled and can only be disabled by the user.

About ANT+ Plugins Service

ANT+ Plugins Service is a tools app developed by ANT+.

Download Statistics

ANT+ Plugins Service has been downloaded 2.6 billion times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 8.2 million times.

User Ratings

ANT+ Plugins Service is rated 3.56 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 340 thousand ratings.

App Information

ANT+ Plugins Service is FREE to download. The APK download size is 2.62 MB. The latest version available is 3.6.40. The last update was on March 27, 2017.

Technical Requirements

ANT+ Plugins Service requires Android 10+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play May 2013.

Description
ANT is a wireless protocol, similar to Bluetooth®, that is predominantly used for sport and fitness wireless connectivity. Pre-installed by the phone manufacturer, this service allows you to connect ANT+ devices to apps on your phone. ANT Wireless is a division of Garmin Canada Inc.

ANT enabled apps can utilize this service to connect:
• Heart Rate: Receive live heart rate data from heart rate straps or wearables produced by many popular manufacturers
• Fitness Equipment: Connect ANT+ enabled fitness equipment and bicycle trainers to popular training and workout apps
• Bike Speed and Cadence: Capture bike speed, distance, and/or cadence data
• Bike Power: Capture data from ANT+ cycling power meters such as Garmin Vector
• Stride-based Speed and Distance Monitor: Capture speed and distance data from running footpods

For a full list of compatible ANT+ apps and devices visit https://www.thisisant.com/directory/

FAQ:
How did this app get on my phone and is it spyware?
This service is standard software, included by the manufacturer of your phone. It is not illegally downloaded, and it is not spyware. It will not cause system malfunctions or pop-up ads to appear. It is not bloatware and typically uses a max of 20 MB of space. For example, on a 16GB phone, this service takes up 0.0013% of space. We do not pay phone manufacturers to have this service pre-installed.

How can I remove this service?
Since this service is standard software, you’re unable to delete it from your phone. Instead, you can disable this service by following the manufacturer’s instructions. The typical process is: settings>applications>application manager>appropriate app>force stop>disable

Disabling this service will not affect your phone’s software. If, in the future, you require the ability to connect to services and devices via ANT+, just enable the service again.

NOTE: Since this is a factory installed service, it may enable/re-download if you reset and/or update your phone. Don’t panic! Just follow the instructions to disable it again.

Does this service track me without my knowledge?
No. The ANT Radio Service and ANT+ Plugins Service applications provide a wireless connectivity service, similar to Bluetooth or WiFi, but with very low power. These services do not collect any personal data.

Is it difficult to develop an app with ANT+ capabilities and is there a fee?
Using the ANT+ plugins in your app to communicate with ANT+ devices is quick, easy, free and uses a simple API. Visit the ANT Android Developer page (http://www.thisisant.com/developer/ant/ant-in-android) for more information and to download the SDK.

How do I know if I own any ANT enabled products?
Visit https://www.thisisant.com/directory to search for ANT/ANT+ enabled products, devices and/or services.

Recent changes:
This service may be pre-installed by your device manufacturer to allow the ANT wireless hardware already present in your mobile device to operate. If you do not use this feature it will remain inactive.

v.3.6.40
* Fix a crash during search
* Fix some issues with Bike S&C searches
* Update some debug logging for better support
* Several bug fixes
[Full changelog coming on our GitHub SDK README]
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More data about ANT+ Plugins Service

Price Free to download
Total downloads 2.6 billion
Recent downloads 8.2 million
Rating 3.56 based on 340 thousand ratings
Ranking Not ranked
Version 3.6.40
APK size 2.62 MB
Number of libraries 4
Designed for Android 10+
Suitable for Everyone
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Keywords that only this app has

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Common keywords of similar apps

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Downloads over time

ANT+ Plugins Service has been downloaded 2.6 billion times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 270 thousand downloads per day.

Changelog of ANT+ Plugins Service

  • Jan 30, 2020Installs1,000,000,000+ installs
  • Oct 30, 2019CategoryMoved from Health & Fitness to Tools
  • Mar 27, 2017UpdateVersion 3.6.40
  • Oct 5, 2018Installs500,000,000+ installs
  • Sep 3, 2015UpdateVersion 3.6.0
  • Mar 22, 2015UpdateVersion 3.5.0
  • Feb 13, 2015UpdateVersion 3.4.0
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  • Aug 31, 2013UpdateVersion 2.0.0
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  • May 12, 2013Installs100+ installs
  • May 11, 2013New AppVersion 1.0.0 in Health & Fitness for Free
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Developer information for ANT+

ANT+

android@thisisant.com

Website

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Comments on ANT+ Plugins Service for Android

★★★★★ phillip · Feb 12, 2026
These things still male new tech look fady.
★★★★★ Harish Rawat · Jan 20, 2026
This service may be pre-installed by your device manufacturer to allow the ANT wireless hardware already present in your mobile device to operate. If you do not use this feature it will remain inactive. v.3.6.40 * Fix a crash during search * Fix some issues with Bike S&C searches * Update some debug logging for better support * Several bug fixes [Full changelog coming on our GitHub SDK README]
★☆☆☆☆ Bonnie J Nichalson · Nov 12, 2025
Don't use this it eats battery!perfer to remove it !
★☆☆☆☆ K Knight · Feb 22, 2026
This app is being used illegally on a device that has been mirrored or cast or something to that effect by a cyberstalker I’ve had for over two years. I’ve contacted google, and they do t care to help. This app is creepy. It shows up on my notifications when I’m being listened to! Furthermore, the cops wash their hands of this behavior because it’s hard for them to prove or rather they would have to put some actual effort into finding out who it is and have it be evidence based. Frustrating
★☆☆☆☆ Mo Apooch · Apr 5, 2026
To the creator of app u should be ashamed for letting this app share my information morley pooch
★☆☆☆☆ N&A · Dec 17, 2025
Why doesn't this work with android 15? We've just updated our other Samsung phone to android 15, and ant+ won't work now. Very unhappy.
★☆☆☆☆ Damien Williams · Mar 3, 2026
I HATE that I can not uninstall this app which is totally useless to me. I don't need or want this on MY phone at all. Bloatware garbage.

Google Play Rankings for ANT+ Plugins Service

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Technologies used by ANT+ Plugins Service

ANT+ Plugins Service is requesting 0 permissions and is using 5 libraries.

Permissions

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Ad network libraries

None found

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