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
2
on May 27, 2026
Posted by: Steve56
Not very user friendly it’s not that easy to sync all the different components that are available
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
The sweet spot in the Garmin lineup.
on April 1, 2026
Posted by: Trackbird
I purchased an Edge 540 as an upgrade from my Edge 130 (damaged). The 540 has been fantastic. I like the color screen, integrated nav and improved functionality over the original unit. And the best part about the Edge 540 is the upgraded battery life over the smaller unit I had. I liked it so much, I bought an edge 540 Solar for my other bike. It’s everything like about the regular 540 with the bonus of solar power to supplement the battery life. I know there are nicer models in the Garmin lineup, but the 540/540 Solar are the sweet spot and an excellent value for the dollar. Adding the wheel speed and cadence sensor make for a great package that’s not prohibitively expensive. And you still have the option of adding a smart watch and the varia tail lights with built in radar. You can grow into the 540 line as needed.
Be safe out there!
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great buy.
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: Bob59
Have had the 540 for 3 weeks and it’s been all that and more. Great battery life, easy to read display. Really happy with the purchase.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Level up my training!
on March 13, 2026
Posted by: Garmin edge love
I love my Garmin Edge 540. I use it on every ride—it’s simple, reliable, and keeps me accountable to my training goals. Great battery life and just enough data to help push the pace without overcomplicating things. 🚴♀️
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Solid product!
on January 11, 2026
Posted by: Jim,SRC
Really hard to set up... (Touch screen is easier to set up).
After you figure it out you can use it.
Works great and it finds sensors fast. Battery life is awesome.
After you figure it out you can use it.
Works great and it finds sensors fast. Battery life is awesome.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
My new Garmin 540 Edge
on December 18, 2025
Posted by: StevenL
Completed my first gravel ride with my new Edge 540 and it was flawless. I LOVED being able to see climbs ahead of me and the grade % during the climb. The "sharp turn ahead" warning was a nice surprise, too! So far...I love this new device.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great compact cycling computer
on December 16, 2025
Posted by: DIPS
I got this a few months ago to replace my old Edge 510. I liked the old one, I've used it for many years. I replaced it with its younger brother. What a progress! The new one has bigger better screen, the GPS functions are fantastic. Despite grey winter days, the solar function keeps the battery fully charged. I'm extremely happy with it.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
The best thing you will ever buy
on December 7, 2025
Posted by: Cameron77
Thought I was cool already with my Garmin Edge 130, but I have elevated my coolness by getting the Garmin edge 540 Solar. I have never felt so cool in my life. Highly recommend.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin