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
1
Dislike. Difficult to use. New isn’t better.
on June 5, 2024
Posted by: Cornerspeedaaron
I purchased this unit a month ago. I dislike it completely. My old Garmin 705 is superior in so many ways but Garmin quit supporting my device so I was forced to buy this new one which is garbage. New and improved means difficult and over engineered. I wish I could get my money back.
Other problems: There’s no way to turn on the back light briefly while riding without messing with the buttons back-and-forth taking you in and out of your chosen screen. If you choose to leave the backlight on all the time, which isn’t bright enough anyway, it kills the battery.
You are forced to use the Garmin Connect app in the background for weather so that means I have to carry a phone with radiation on my kidneys in my jersey pocket.
So yeah, this thing is garbage. Just my opinion.
Other problems: There’s no way to turn on the back light briefly while riding without messing with the buttons back-and-forth taking you in and out of your chosen screen. If you choose to leave the backlight on all the time, which isn’t bright enough anyway, it kills the battery.
You are forced to use the Garmin Connect app in the background for weather so that means I have to carry a phone with radiation on my kidneys in my jersey pocket.
So yeah, this thing is garbage. Just my opinion.
Response from GarminBy Garmin Fitness, June 6, 2024
Thank you for your review and experience with the Edge 540 Solar. We would like to discuss this further over email. If you would please email us at product.support@garmin.com.
Edge 540 Solar Support:
https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?productID=798925&tab=topics
Edge 540 Solar Support:
https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?productID=798925&tab=topics
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Works great!
on May 23, 2024
Posted by: ZiZohn
I was curious about how well solar would work, knowing it wasn't going to be the sole means of charging. I was pleased with it. The only reasons I gave 4/5 was that I think there is too much info to try to get through for the casual cyclist. But after using it for several rides & a couple short tours, I think I have finally got it set up for my riding style. Love the longer battery life!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
Drops sensors
on May 10, 2024
Posted by: Smitch
So disappointed I didn’t read other reviews before purchasing about sensors dropping. I trusted Garmin for the other products I’ve purchased.
Response from GarminBy Garmin Fitness, May 12, 2024
We are sorry to hear about the issue that you are having and would ask that you reach out to our team so that we can get the details from you and offer further assistance. Thank you for posting a review.
Please reach out to our team at: product.support@garmin.com
Edge 540 Solar Support:
https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?productID=798925&tab=topics
Please reach out to our team at: product.support@garmin.com
Edge 540 Solar Support:
https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?productID=798925&tab=topics
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great device
on May 8, 2024
Posted by: Bryce3ee3
I upgraded from the 130 plus and the 540 Solar is significantly improved. I cannot recommend it enough.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
low batery life
on May 5, 2024
Posted by: Patrick W
from Bozeman, MT, US
i could only get 10 hours out of the battery when all the features were on. the solar helps some but definitely not getting the battery life garmin promised.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Evolutionary Improvements
on April 29, 2024
Posted by: Rich56
I bought the Edge 540 Solar about a month ago to replace an Edge 530. Most impressive was that the 540 was able to access and duplicate the settings on the 530, saving a lot of time and hassle. There are some differences in the screens and operating system, but it was generally easy to learn. There are some improved metrics and capabilities. The solar feature is nice in that extends the ride time on a sunny day. I also like the slightly larger and more easily visible display footprint. The one thing I don't really care for is the "feel" and "touch" of the buttons. They are a bit different than the 530 and I still have too many "misses" when I try to use them.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
First Garmin Edge
on April 27, 2024
Posted by: Kevfaefife
Had the 540 solar for a month now. Chose this based on numerous positive reviews. Its my first edge model, I was using a GPSMAP 64SX previously and this is just a massive step up in features as well as weighing far less. Really like how easy the menus are to navigate and the customizable data screens. Its everything I was looking for, plus does a ton of stuff I don’t need.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
on April 24, 2024
Posted by: Zachary S
from Steamboat springs, CO, US
Excellent upgrade from 530 model. Solar charging feature is clutch for long rides.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin