Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Edge 540 Solar 2.6" GPS Bike Computer - Black
Average customer rating
4.1
(85 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 85 reviews
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
3
1 Star
11
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Edge 540 Solar 2.6" GPS Bike Computer - Black
Customer Rating
4
Great device - learning curve
on October 24, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
I'm really happy now with my Garmin Edge 550 Solar. I have a GPSMap 64S and a GPSMap 65S. I assumed the Edge 540 would have similar functionality. When I grasped that it is really a smart watch in a different housing I found what I wanted to use.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Perfect size and ClimbPro works well
on October 23, 2025
Posted by: Jim_in_KY
I have had 3 weeks of use with the Garmin 540 Solar and it has been very helpful for my rides. Originally, I was planning to purchase a larger Garmin like the 1040 as I was concerned about the size of the map on a small screen. The 540 has turned out to be a good size as it fits neatly on the bar stem, while the clarity of the screen provides good map images. I also broadcast my heart rate to the 540 from my Garmin watch which I use as a HR sensor. It's easy to load up route files to the device.
The ClimbPro has been very beneficial for taking the anxiety out of climbs when riding an unfamiliar route. The visual automatically pops on the screen so that I can adjust my effort and gearing for the upcoming grade.
The ClimbPro has been very beneficial for taking the anxiety out of climbs when riding an unfamiliar route. The visual automatically pops on the screen so that I can adjust my effort and gearing for the upcoming grade.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Awesome
on October 17, 2025
Posted by: Friends cyclist
just a few rides done, but so far great. Quality product thus far.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
LOVE it
on September 22, 2025
Posted by: KAT Cat 2
After losing my Garmin Edge 530 in a MTB "incident" I purchased the 540 and I absolutely love it. The fact that it pairs automatically with my Garmin Varia as soon as I turn it on is time saving and reassuring. The camera starts running automatically. I also love that the default setting on the device scrolls though various screens when I'm riding. The battery life is something I'm not sure about yet. It does not seem to me that the solar aspect is making that much of a difference - but I'm still getting used to it. So it's NEW in that regard.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
1
Not user-friendly.
on September 9, 2025
Posted by: Nicknamesuck
The Edge computer is not user-friendly for someone who has never had a bike computer. There is no user manual. Please avoid buying this if this will be your first time using a bike computer
Response from GarminBy Care, September 11, 2025
We're sorry to hear about your experience! Many questions about the Edge 840's operation and features can be found in the Garmin Support Center: http://ms.spr.ly/6426sc5KI
We also have the complete owner's manual online! Here is a link to that: http://ms.spr.ly/6427sc5KL
We also have the complete owner's manual online! Here is a link to that: http://ms.spr.ly/6427sc5KL
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Great bike computer
on August 31, 2025
Posted by: Jerry1151
Button selection could be a little more intuitive. It’s fine after several rides, you get used to it.
Fix the hazard warning though, There should be a delete when the hazard no longer exists!!
Fix the hazard warning though, There should be a delete when the hazard no longer exists!!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great bike computer
on August 12, 2025
Posted by: Jboy
Very easy to use, I have had it for a month and use it at least 3 times a week and still have over 50% battery life.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Awesome Device
on August 6, 2025
Posted by: ChrisN
I bought this device a month or so ago. First time I have had a cycling computer for the bike. It is great. Love the feature set and the connectivity to my Forerunner 965. Can't say enough good things about it.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin