Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Edge 540 2.6" GPS Bike Computer - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(282 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 282 reviews
5 Stars
170
4 Stars
48
3 Stars
27
2 Stars
16
1 Star
21
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Edge 540 2.6" GPS Bike Computer - Black
Customer Rating
5
Great product
on March 1, 2024
Posted by: Keith Stone
I upgraded to the 540 from the 520 plus. Everything about the 540 is spot on as far as the upgrade goes. The only down point are the buttons. I found that they are a bit touchy in one regard and in the next I can't find them while having the Garmin in my hand. On the bike I use the DI2 buttons on the brake/gear levers.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Long battery life and full of useful features
on February 29, 2024
Posted by: Mike from Vancouver, WA
Before purchasing my Edge 540, I read a number of reviews including several recommending the 840 (touch screen version) due to improved usability. For me, being in the Pacific NW means riding in the rain and at least with my iPhone rain always interferes with touch screen operation, so I opted for the dedicated buttons.
As it turns out, the usability concerns were overblown and I found that getting used to the button-only UI navigation was pretty quick. I hate charging things, so I configured the unit for the most aggressive power management settings and the result is that I can go 30-40 hours of ride time between charges. The display is highly reflective and even with the backlight off, the screen is plenty visible even in cloudy riding conditions.
In spite of having turned off a ton of options to save battery life, I am amazed by what it can do including graphically identifying upcoming climbs and warning of upcoming traffic concerns.
For the past five years, I had been using a Lezyne Super GPS along with an ANT-based heart rate strap and separate cadence sensor. I really had no complaints other than lack of support for radar tail lights. That said, I was really surprised by the utility of the new data offered by the combination of the new 540, Garmin Connect app and my old sensors including a post ride summary highlighting hydration, a quantitative assessment of the ride effort and the recommended recover time. Very cool.
So, what started out as a purchase just to get radar tail light compatibility turned out to provide a lot of really useful training insights and crazy long battery life. I would definitely recommend this unit to others.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Good selection
on February 29, 2024
Posted by: Pete1946
A month ago, I exchanged my Edge 520 for a 540. The new product provides excellent features to enhance my workouts.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Garmin Edge 540
on February 24, 2024
Posted by: Tyler C
This is my first cycling GPS/Computer and I love it. The functionality and user interface is great. I love the amount of features that it comes with preloaded. There are apps that can be added to the device but I have found that they are not necessary for the type of riding that I do. If you are on the fence about this, Just get it. You won't regret it.
I wasn't aware that it came with a couple of handlebar mounts so I did end up spending more money to buy a bracket that I actually didn't need.
I wasn't aware that it came with a couple of handlebar mounts so I did end up spending more money to buy a bracket that I actually didn't need.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Game changer!!
on February 18, 2024
Posted by: T-Izzo87
Coming from only using my cellphone in my pocket, the Garmin edge 540 on the handlebars is life changing. So much info is available right now, without stopping. Screens/data fields can be customized which is great for personalized info on the fly. To top it off....my wife can follow along with live track and send me motivating texts.... If you know what I mean haha
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
on February 18, 2024
Posted by: Anonymous
Excellent product. Easy to use and navigate, setup prior to a ride.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Excellent value
on February 16, 2024
Posted by: Stanford S
Has everything I need to keep track of my ride, and nothing that I don't. For those familiar with interfaces from other Garmin products will pick it up pretty quickly.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Love the featureset
on February 7, 2024
Posted by: Nick c
Pleased with the battery life and the feature set but I definitely think they’ve squeezed as much as they can out of a button-based interface.
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