Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Edge 840 2.6" GPS Bike Computer - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(235 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 235 reviews
5 Stars
169
4 Stars
41
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
6
1 Star
7
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Edge 840 2.6" GPS Bike Computer - Black
Customer Rating
5
Great Computer with More Features than I can use.
on September 22, 2023
Posted by: tk2-cycling
I've really liked the computer/head unit so far. Setting it up and pairing it with my power meter and Di2 was easy as it just captured what was already set up on my Edge 520+. The climb pro thing is kinda cool, but I had to dial it back to just large climbs, otherwise it was beeping at me non stop with climb notifications. In fact initially the computer was constantly beeping at me for different things: climbs, distance markers, hr zones, power zones, etc. I had to spend some time figuring out how to get all those beeps to go away. I debated about going solar or regular opted for regular as the battery life is pretty long anyway. Happy with my choice. It is bigger than my 520+. I really liked the size and look of the 520+ I actually wish this looked more like that. Probably would not have upgraded but the 520+ but it wasn't holding battery longer than 7hrs anymore and to get it to go longer I had to deactivate all the things: HR, Power, Di2, etc. This one is nice as all the things can be connected and battery life is so long I've gotten out of my hobbit of charging regularly. A lot of the training metrics and features are also nice. Haven't had that much feedback on my data before, so it will be interesting to see if I can find value in it.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Great features but a little confusing
on September 25, 2023
Posted by: Smokin5290
Great unit but the directions are a little vague. An easier to read quick start guide in the box with the unit would be nice.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Very pleased
on September 27, 2023
Posted by: King2
Have previously owned the 1030 plus. My husband wanted a bike computer to use on our annual North Carolina Mountains to the Coast Bike tour. I kept the 840 and gave him the 1030. Enjoying the improved Climb Pro features at a lesser price.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great, has all the features that one could ask for
on October 5, 2023
Posted by: Luap069599
I bought this to replace my older Garmin 830 and when synced with my Garmin radar rear light, FANTASTIC
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great computer!
on October 7, 2023
Posted by: Finster
I traded up from my 530 and very pleased with having done so. The 530 remains a very solid computer, but the additional features on the 840 make it well worth the upgrade. For example, the computer sits between rather narrow aerobars on my tri-bike, which has alway made getting to the side buttons on the computer a challenge. The touch screen on the 840 solves that issue brilliantly and... it works in wet weather which -from what I have read in other reviews- has not really been the case with earlier models with the touch screen feature. The larger screen and improved resolution are also terrific upgrades and make it very easy to the computer on sunny days . The software improvements are almost too numerous to mention, but a special call out to the new Free-Ride ClimbPro. I rarely ride on a preloaded course and I live in very hilly area, so I rarely was able to use this feature on my 530. The Free-Ride feature permits the ClimbPro to function whether you are on a course or on a free ride. It's a very welcome addition.
I've been using the computer both indoors and outdoor for several weeks and it has performed flawlessly. Nicely done Garmin!!
I've been using the computer both indoors and outdoor for several weeks and it has performed flawlessly. Nicely done Garmin!!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Compare to discontinued edge explore 1000
on October 12, 2023
Posted by: Good upgrade
I have waited to review this until I had used it a while.
I am very pleased.
1. As expected, the response to inputs is faster
2. I expected to customize the display, but I haven't needed to. It works well out of the box. Information I want to see is there.
3. The colorful display is easy to read even in sunlight and is not cluttered.
4. Works better tnan the old 1000 with the Varia rear radar to warn of traffic
I am very pleased.
1. As expected, the response to inputs is faster
2. I expected to customize the display, but I haven't needed to. It works well out of the box. Information I want to see is there.
3. The colorful display is easy to read even in sunlight and is not cluttered.
4. Works better tnan the old 1000 with the Varia rear radar to warn of traffic
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
The best
on October 17, 2023
Posted by: RS35
I bought this and have been using it for a month or so; it is by far the best tracking device for mountain biking on the market, I highly recommend and it’s definitely worth it
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Everything you need.
on October 17, 2023
Posted by: ECabrera66
Transitioned from a Wahoo Bolt V2 when unit malfunctioned. I have been pleasantly surprised with the 840. Everything you need and some, touchscreen provides alternatives to accessing information. Great unit.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin