Best Cycling Computers 2023 | 8 GPS Bike Computers Rated
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Published 2023-02-09
If you’re looking for a new cycling computer, this is the video for you. Aside from price, there are loads of factors to consider when buying a new unit.
Do you want navigation or just ride tracking? What size computer do you want? How long is the battery life? What types of connectivity does the unit have? We’ll cover all of this and more.
The GPS computer market has never been more crowded with quality options and, as such, you won’t see any poorly reviewed units in this video.
If you’re interested in any of the computers mentioned, check out the links below.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:26 What to look for in a GPS
03:10 Garmin Edge 1040 + 1030
04:36 Wahoo Elemnt Roam V2
05:53 Hammerhead Karoo 2
07:00 Garmin Edge 530 + 830
08:23 Sigma ROX 11.1
09:29 Wahoo Elemnt Bolt V2
10:24 Garmin Edge Explore 2
12:21 Bryton Rider 420T
In-depth reviews 👇
Garmin Edge 1040 Solar
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/c…
Wahoo Elemnt Roam V2
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/w…
Hammerhead Karoo 2
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/c…
Garmin Edge 530
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/g…
Garmin Edge 830
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/g…
Sigma ROX 11.1
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/s…
Wahoo Elemnt Bolt V2
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/c…
Garmin Edge Explore 2
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/c…
Bryton Rider 420T
→ www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/gps-computers/g…
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All Comments (21)
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What is your computer of choice? 💻
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I'm running my Lezyne Super GPS navigation for years. Small, compact and easy to use. It can run for 24hrs on one charge. All this for a quarter of the price of Garmin 1030 without any fancy color screen stuff and it always takes me from point A to B, no matter if I'm commuting or going for a 400km ride.
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So the video title tells us there will be a rating, but you basically only read the technical spec sheets. no information on how the computers improved with updates since launch (very important for the bolt 2 for example) and we get no comparison on how well the routing works for each computer. a comparison within price points and then rating which one would be the best for each category is what i would expect for a video titles "8 computers rated". pretty disappointing.
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Which gps wpuld you choose for following mountain-bike tracks? What about Bryton rider 750? Thank you
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Thanks. Rank beginner here. Getting into cycling for fitness primarily. Need something simple just to log in rides and give basic data. What is the recommendation?
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Nice content! Thanks for this!
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I like the Bryton 800 prolonged battery life bigger screen smaller and more flat. Nice options climing power, heartrate, radar, breathingrate. Schemes for training integration other programmes
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Garmin edge explore 2 looks super solid but: I can't see option for executing built in garmin connect workout. I mean: I go to garmin connect and build workout like: 5 min warmup with heartRate 130 then 10 x 2 min HR 180 1 min HR 150 and then I can turn it on on device and follow the instructions. Maybe if it is not built In there is an option to create Garmin IQ application for it?
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how do you like the Coosbo? Or have you not seen it yet.
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Been using original Elemnt Bolt for 6 years, battery still strong lasting 5~6 hours. Going to try Karoo2 though, curious about its navigation features which really sucked on bolt.
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Do you know if my new Garmin bike computer will restart my bike mileage by calendar year? I don’t want to keep building my mileage on last years totals.
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The Karoo 2 is great! I’ve had it for a couple months and the battery is honestly not bad at all.
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Not a mention of lesser known brands like xoss or igpsport which is a bit unfortunate. Surely cateye must have a model worthy of consideration
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How about igpsport igs630?
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Talking about tech, it’s absolute refreshing to see a few generations old Di2 on a mainstream cycling YouTube channel. 😊😊
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I use the 830 from garmin. No issues at all and very difficult to manage settings. Many of the features are difficult to find and hence remain hidden somewhere. Moreover, you have to upload maps from strava to be able to navigate especially on hills. Strava needs additional subscription and garmin does not come with maps in the Middle East. So additional 200USD. I would or should have got the hammer head
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Can I then sit on my smart trainer plug in my device with the outside ride on it and produce watt for watt ride but on the smart trainer?
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I’m gonna go for the Explore 2. My Epix 2 has most of the workout functions, so I mainly need the Explore for navigation and esential data like distance, speed etc. I want touch but 840 is twice the price of Explore 2 and has tiny display. 830 is similar price but has usb-c and is outdated. Explore seems like the ideal device :-)
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I recently purchased the Garmin 1040 solar (coming from the edge 820). I like the new interface but the standouts are the solar charging & the climb feature! The 820 would last for about 5 hours before going into power save mode which turned the screen off between stops & the 1040 hasn't been charged in 220 miles of riding & is still above 70%. It's also been very nice to know how much climb is left so I don't over do it at the bottom! The price is steep but it's been worth it for me!
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Edge 530 is my weapon of choice. Don't use half the features but I downloaded an app to tell you what way the wind is blowing, it's actually amazingly useful.
