Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Edge 2.6" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black
Average customer rating
4.1
(790 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 790 reviews
5 Stars
449
4 Stars
157
3 Stars
67
2 Stars
58
1 Star
59
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Edge 2.6" GPS with Built-In Bluetooth - Black
Customer Rating
5
Many improvements vs. Edge 520
on October 15, 2019
Posted by: ScottL
Key features that I like compared to my old 520 device: 1) easier to configure and use different views for different profiles, e.g., road vs. gravel vs. MTB, 2) on-screen information for major climbs as you complete them (when following a route), 3) easier to see information displayed (overall device is slightly bigger, but trade-off is worth it), 4) buttons just work better/easier.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Too many buttons
on October 15, 2019
Posted by: CCrider
I have been a longtime Garmin user having used the 520 the past several years and the vivoactive watch. When my 520 died, I thought I would easily roll into the 530 or 830. But when I bought the 530 to mount alongside another cyclocomputer, I found the button placement on the 530 to be harder to manipulate the buttons and that some functions required too many button touches. This functionality plus that Garmin indicates that they couldn't provide a discount for buying a replacement product for six months after release led me to returning the 530. May be a small thing to some but need to be able to easily maneuver around the device while riding.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Sensors will not stay paired
on October 15, 2019
Posted by: JEREJ
The sensors for the 530 will not stay paired. Cadence dropped out, then speed. Have deleted sensors and paired again. It is not reliable. Will not buy Garmin products in the future.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
Confusing set up
on October 15, 2019
Posted by: Lobster5
Took quite a few attempts to get companion apps up and working
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great upgrade from Edge 520
on October 15, 2019
Posted by: jrfuda
After using an Edge 520 for almost two years, I wanted to upgrade. I prefer buttons over touchscreen, so the 530 was a no brainer, especially with the added features such as maps, training effect, and cycling dynamics with third party power meters. I also like that it can synch via WiFi in addition to Bluetooth. The altimeter seems to be a bit more accurate (still not perfect, though) as well and the GPS is spot-on. Everything seems quicker as well. I'm passing my 520 on to a family member, as it is still a great device as well.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
2
OK product. Screen busted
on October 14, 2019
Posted by: GarminBeggedMeToReply
It does continue to work. I had to put tape on it. Not sure it's worth the jimmy rig. I would consider deeply before buying again.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
Should have been better for this kind of money.
on October 14, 2019
Posted by: NCcommuter1
I've been using the 530 for a couple months now, and it has more than enough features for my commutes. But those buttons are just so hard to use consistently. Half the time I have to try multiple pushes to get the "click". And the problem with not waking up after charging sometimes - tired of having to reset. Would trade some battery life for a larger screen, but it works pretty well for now.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
1
REVIEW OF VECTOR 3 Garmin Power Pedals
on October 14, 2019
Posted by: TerryUCD
I prefer to provide a review for my Vector 3 Garmin Power Meter Pedals. I bought the pedals over a year ago and they have been a major source of frustration. I'm on my third pair and about every couple of weeks I have power drops and erratic readings. A cleaning of the circuits within the pedals seems to help for a couple of weeks. I hope the Edge 530 performs better than the pedals.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin