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
2
Edge 540
on October 30, 2023
Posted by: clemay
I find it difficult to turn off features that I do not want, navigating the screens is confusing and setting up profiles is not intuitive. There is very limited information in the manual on how to set up, turn on/off features and other information about using the computer. There are too many features added that I do not need. Sometimes less in more.
Response from GarminBy Garmin Fitness, March 6, 2024
We are sorry to hear that you are having issues like that. If you have not already done so at this time we would encourage you to reach out to our team for assistance so that we can get more information from you and offer further assistance.
Please reach out to our team at: product.support@garmin.com
Please reach out to our team at: product.support@garmin.com
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
It's okay, just not intuitive
on October 19, 2023
Posted by: Brian E
from Alexandria, VA, US
I had an older Garmin that I didn't like because it was touchscreen, and I was hard to use wearing gloves. . . it died from getting too wet. For a while I've been using a Wahoo and it's been good, but I missed some of the Garmin features, and the maps worked better (It gave better turn-by-turn instructions, and didn't have to backtrack as much to find my way). So, now I purchased this Edge 540. . . and it's not intuitive. It's nothing like the older Garmin I had, and the buttons it does have make no sense to me. I'm always clicking the wrong buttons and takes 5 tries to do what I want to do. It just seems overly difficult compared to the older model, and other brands for the sake of being difficult. It does what it's supposed to do, but it's going to take me awhile before I intuitively click what I want the first time.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Love this computer
on October 12, 2023
Posted by: Amanda N
This is my first bike computer and after a few months of using it - I'm in love. Really does everything I need it to and the battery life is incredible. There was a little bit of a learning curve to using it but now that I've got the hang of it I love it.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Even better than the 530!
on October 12, 2023
Posted by: NoCares
I needed to replace my original Edge 530 and I am glad I did.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Great map
on October 7, 2023
Posted by: Michael C
Bought this as an upgrade from a 130 plus. Love the setting options. Smart drink option especially. Nice to see street names when I change my commute to work route. Bike alarm will be a nice piece of mind when I forget my cable lock on a cafe ride
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Amazing product, not for everyone
on October 7, 2023
Posted by: Odin R
from Estes park, CO, US
The new user interface and statistics are amazing, I think they could take some steps to increase customizability throughout the use process but I really appreciate all the little things. After a few rides getting it set up I love the screen and overall experience. I am a bit sad that they haven't lowered the bezel size. For anyone doing mixed use, I do gravel, road, and mtb. I would highly recommend it. I have considered getting one of the smaller 100 series computers for racing since I only want two numbers, and for adventure, gravel, or road riding I can see the appeal of the 800 or 1000 series. I would only recommend those if you use maps a lot, for me it is not needed. The battery life is amazing even without the solar charging but if you do 8+ hour rides I would recommend the solar. I think garmin have beat out wahoo with this launch.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Garmin is the leader
on October 2, 2023
Posted by: cycloman
I upgraded from the 530+ and it was worth it - the mapping features, climb features, and the ability to pull in your paired devices is a great addition - and I am sure there are features that I am yet to discover -
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Plenty of data
on September 30, 2023
Posted by: Emonda SL 6 Disc Pro
Bought it to better track my rides and I love it. Lots of data to look at. Love the feature of linking the lights to the Garmin. It’s awesome!!!!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin