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Garmin Edge 520 Plus, Gps Cycling/Bike Computer for Competing and Navigation
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Brand | Garmin |
Screen Size | 2.3 Inches |
Special Feature | Bluetooth |
Connectivity Technology | Connect IQ |
Map Type | Worldwide |
Sport | Cycling |
Included Components | USB cable, Edge 520 Plus, Manuals, Standard mount, Flush out-front mount, Tether |
Battery Life | 15 Hours |
Mounting Type | Handlebar Mount |
Resolution | 200 x 265 |
About this item
- Advanced GPS bike computer for competing and navigation
- Features advanced navigation, including new rider alerts and the pre loaded Garmin cycle map with turn by turn directions on and off road
- Preloaded Strava Live Segments let you compete second by second with your previous best or another rider’s PR; see real time results right on your screen
- Stay connected with your compatible smartphone using LiveTrack and Group Track, smart notifications, rider to rider messaging and built in Incident Detection
- Monitors cycling specific Vo2 Max and recovery time when used with option power and heart rate monitors
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Touch Screen | 3.4 | — | 3.0 | 3.0 | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Battery life | 4.4 | — | 4.1 | — | 4.0 | 5.0 |
Easy to use | 3.8 | — | 4.6 | — | 4.6 | — |
User interface | — | — | — | 4.8 | 3.8 | 4.7 |
Sold By | TipTopDeals | Beach Camera Same Day Shipping | iGPSPORT Official | Amazon.com | STC Distributors (Serial # Recorded) | Bryton Inc. |
control method | touch, voice | — | remote | — | touch | application, voice, touch |
mounting type | Handlebar Mount | — | — | Wrist Mount | Windshield Mount, found in image, Dashboard Mount | — |
batteries included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
battery average life | 15 hours | 20 hours | 20 hours | 26 hours | 16 hours | 24 hours |
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Product Dimensions | 2.9 x 0.8 x 1.9 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.08 ounces |
ASIN | B07C1TDBZC |
Item model number | 010-02083-00 |
Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #176,779 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #350 in Handheld GPS Units |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Connectivity technologies | Connect IQ |
Special features | Bluetooth |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Buttons |
Scanner Resolution | 200 x 265 |
Whats in the box | USB cable, Edge 520 Plus, Manuals, Standard mount, Flush out-front mount, Tether |
Manufacturer | Garmin |
Date First Available | April 18, 2018 |
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With edge 520 Plus, you can train smarter and discover new routes. This cycling computer features advanced navigation and challenges built right in, not to mention a bright color screen, preloaded Strava live segments and the Garmin cycle map with turn by turn directions. Whether you’re exploring new routes or pushing your limits at Race time, edge 520 Plus has exactly what you need.
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Customers like the performance, quality and ease of installation of the bike computer. For example, they mention it does everything they need well, the hardware is of good quality and it's reliable. They appreciate the accuracy, value, and battery life of the product. That said, some complain about the connectivity issues.
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Customers like the performance of the GPS. For example, they mention it works well, has all the functions they need, and is easy to set up and use. Some love the features, such as the automated features, and the fact that it syncs up with their iPhone. That said, some complain about the rudimentary maps and the lack of extensive power.
"...While I would change a few things, the essential function is spot on...." Read more
"...Also works great with the HR monitor I got from Amazon with the name - CooSpo Fitness Tracker Ant+ Heart Rate Monitor Chest Strap IP67 Waterproof..." Read more
"...It has everything the 500 has and lots more, including rudimentary maps, and more extensive power meter features...." Read more
"I use this exclusively for mountain biking. It works well with Trailforks and you can download the MTB trail maps from Pinkbike/Trailforks...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the bike computer. They mention that the hardware is of good quality, it's reliable, and has had no issues so far. Some say that it'll be a great addition to their bicycle.
"...They are cheap and I got a set of four. You can give two to a friend and be a hero!" Read more
"...Routing on Roads is easy and very good and the Trailforks app is sweet...." Read more
"...Sometimes the turn instructions do work, which is nice. The unit is very secure with the included mount and it has never come off...." Read more
"...This has been a very solid unit. I would give it a 5 if it was easier to edit the data fields using a phone like the wahoo does." Read more
Customers find the installation of the GPS to be easy. They mention that the new sensors are easy to use and install, the screen is easy to read, and the loading of maps is very easy. Customers also mention that routing on roads is easy and the buttons are easy for them to work.
"...Routing on Roads is easy and very good and the Trailforks app is sweet...." Read more
"...I like the way it connects to the phone. Directions are good. Downloading courses is easy. Connection with Garmin Connect is good" Read more
"...Loading maps is very easy and the navigation is even easier. I love this device" Read more
"I like this unit for the fact that it’s fairly simple to use, it’s equiped with everything needed to have a good successful ride on the bike...." Read more
Customers like the accuracy of the GPS. For example, they say it's a good device for accuracy, and an outstanding product to track your rides. They say the GPS is tracked exactly where they ride, and the speed graph is perfectly smooth. Some say the phone is always correct.
"...500 has and lots more, including rudimentary maps, and more extensive power meter features...." Read more
"...It's highly accurate, though, and will link up with ANT+ devices, and saves rides until your phone can connect, then it auto-syncs them to Garmin..." Read more
"...Overall accuracy and function are good...." Read more
"...-live track workouts-Very accurate elevation and grade metricsThe Cons:-wasn’t ready to roll out the box..." Read more
Customers like the value of the GPS. They say it's the best bang for your GPS buck, an excellent budget bike computer, and a solid value that meets their needs for use. Customers also mention that it'll be worth the time and expense.
"...520 device and I can say the 520 plus is a huge upgrade and very much worth the extra...." Read more
"...Seriously worth the time and the expense. Love all the features and the fact that it syncked up with my Iphone on the very first try!!!!!" Read more
"...anti thief features on the more expensive models, but this a good GPS for the price...." Read more
"...Overall, the Garmin 520 seems like a solid value which meets my needs for use both indoors and outside." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the GPS. They say it runs crazy long and saves phone battery.
"...The plus runs crazy long and should cover 5 hour rides even at half it's current performance...." Read more
"...Battery life is really good as well, did an 8+ hour ride and the battery was still at 65%...." Read more
"...Battery life has been good - I would estimate ~10 hours when using navigation, a bit longer if not navigating...." Read more
"...sunglasses unless the brightness is turned up which drains the battery faster." Read more
Customers have connectivity issues with the GPS. They mention that it doesn't connect to their phone or sensors. Some customers also report issues with Bluetooth sync.
"...But beware: I initially had trouble pairing my cadence sensor; I simply couldn't get it to connect until I realized that my sensor was a "cadence/..." Read more
"...Worked great for 2 rides. On my third-fifth rides, the device would not synch with my iPhone, but both the device and phone recognized that they..." Read more
"...It's highly accurate, though, and will link up with ANT+ devices, and saves rides until your phone can connect, then it auto-syncs them to Garmin..." Read more
"...; missed a few turns when they are close to other turns - GPS doesn't quite keep up. But that is a minor issue...." Read more
Customers find the GPS navigation system difficult to use. They say the directions are poorly written and the user interface needs some help. They also mention that it's difficult to navigate through the settings and that there is a learning curve to using it. Customers also mention the user manual needs work and that it is clunky to setup screens.
"...Not an issue now.That being said, setting up those devices is a pain...." Read more
"...It is somewhat complicated to get used to, and while I like not having a touch screen on it, some of the buttons require a bit of actuation, which..." Read more
"...The MTB turn-by-turn instructions don't work well though...." Read more
"...This is a huge improvement; however, there is a learning curve to using it. First, I don’t like going to the website to get a full user manual...." Read more
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I like these devices a lot. While I would change a few things, the essential function is spot on. I never have to worry about pairing with sensors working at power-up including my Power Tap power meter. The extended battery is astounding.
My previous one started shortening in life quickly after 2 years use which was a bummer but before it broke it was still covering 3 hour rides. The plus runs crazy long and should cover 5 hour rides even at half it's current performance. I also greatly appreciate having different display settings for each of my bikes. Finally this model seems to have more processing power. My previous one used to hang occasionally during map tracking functions. Not an issue now.
That being said, setting up those devices is a pain. Would be nice if they added those configuration settings to the App. Also, when charging on my PC, it sometimes starts beeping every few seconds. I think it's following per interruptions, but whatever. Mostly it does it's job well.
Do note that THE SCREEN IS GLASS!! I had the previous 520 and washed it with my jersey. It still sort of worked but the glass screen cracked. Understandable, but you should also be aware that the screen can break when dropped. Though this is rare. This time I bought a stick-on glass protector and recommend you do the same. They are cheap and I got a set of four. You can give two to a friend and be a hero!
My old Garmin heart rate monitor paired instantly. But beware: I initially had trouble pairing my cadence sensor; I simply couldn't get it to connect until I realized that my sensor was a "cadence/speed" unit. Once I understood that, and scrolled down to the appropriate sensor on the screen, it paired instantly.
Most of the more sophisticated features are pretty much lost on me because I'm not a racer and don't keep to a strict training regimen. But if you do race and/or train hard, it's difficult to imagine that you'll need more than the 520+ provides.
The 520 is slightly larger than the 500, but has a significantly larger screen owing to the newer edge-to-edge technology. But the buttons are somewhat harder to access, and significantly-so if you're wearing gloves.
If you don't need mapping capability, or the sophisticated training features, the smaller Edge 130+ might be a better option. If I had it to do over again, I might go for the latter. Having said that, though, I'm really happy with the 520+.
It's the first in the series to have navigation, going from the 25 to the 1080. Rerouting is kinda slow, but perfectly fine on bike, it will not be suitable for car navigation though. You wont need to load new maps of any sort, if you're in a major metro area, but might need it in more remote areas.
It is somewhat complicated to get used to, and while I like not having a touch screen on it, some of the buttons require a bit of actuation, which could be good, or bad, depending on your preference.
The user interface could use some help, but it's no unusable. Just navigation through the menus doesn't always make sense.
It's highly accurate, though, and will link up with ANT+ devices, and saves rides until your phone can connect, then it auto-syncs them to Garmin Connect.
My only complaint: I wish Garmin Connect would let you manage the device when it's not powered on, then ship the new state to the device. A bike computer isn't something that stays on all the time, like a watch.
So, this is my 3rd Garmin unit, one previous watch (Vivosmart), and my new watch (Vivoactive 3). This one does not dissappoint.