Customer reviews from Garmin
Garmin - Edge 540 2.6" GPS Bike Computer - Black
Average customer rating
4.2
(280 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 280 reviews
5 Stars
170
4 Stars
48
3 Stars
26
2 Stars
16
1 Star
20
Customer Reviews for Garmin - Edge 540 2.6" GPS Bike Computer - Black
Customer Rating
4
Great Budget Cycling Computer
on August 19, 2024
Posted by: Jack N
from Westminster, CO, US
Pros : Great price for all of the ride tracking metrics.
Battery life is great, 12hr ride and still had over 30%
Turn by turn directions on bike paths and some trails (lags sometimes) I still use Trailforks on my phone for trail navigation.
Notifications of sharp turns/known hazzards on bike paths/roads.
Cons :
I upgraded from the 510 due to age and battery life, however
navigating with the buttons is really slow and non-intuitive, where the 510 the touchscreen was standard. Once you figure it out what all to click to navigate, it's still slow but you know what to expect.
It's 100 more for the touch screen option, seems steep being it was standard on the 510.
Syncing with MTB Project to get the trails on the device is still a bit clunky, but is cool once you figure it out.
Battery life is great, 12hr ride and still had over 30%
Turn by turn directions on bike paths and some trails (lags sometimes) I still use Trailforks on my phone for trail navigation.
Notifications of sharp turns/known hazzards on bike paths/roads.
Cons :
I upgraded from the 510 due to age and battery life, however
navigating with the buttons is really slow and non-intuitive, where the 510 the touchscreen was standard. Once you figure it out what all to click to navigate, it's still slow but you know what to expect.
It's 100 more for the touch screen option, seems steep being it was standard on the 510.
Syncing with MTB Project to get the trails on the device is still a bit clunky, but is cool once you figure it out.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
on August 16, 2024
Posted by: Maggie Y
Great biking computer. Does more than I need most of the time.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
on August 15, 2024
Posted by: Jameson L
The buttons and features take a little bit to become familiar with and make me wonder if I should've gone with a touch screen version but purchasing as a bundle is really convenient.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Slightly Overwhelming
on August 4, 2024
Posted by: Jeff P
This is a great size for a cycling computer. Not massive like the 1040 but not so small you have to squint to see it. It just has too much going on with the user interface. Not very intuitive or easy to read/see while riding. The actual data screens are very nice and easy to see. This would be more of a tech savvy intermediate to expert rider.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Everything you need
on July 24, 2024
Posted by: Miki V
from San Diego, CA, US
If you're like me, you do t barely look at your computer during a ride. It's just there collecting data. The 540 does that. You can look at it, of course, and it's pretty sweet, but I don't really pay attention to mine. When I do notice it, what I appreciate is that the data screens can be customized to show the stuff you care about, and if you're like me, you limit the number of data fields so the numbers render larger and more readable. I also am annoyed by the touch screens on many newer computers. The 540 is all buttons. What this achieves is that when you do want to adjust something, it's a deliberate action. Not like some rich x teen computers that activate commands when sweat drips on the screen. Buttons since that prob. The 530 is also smallish. Which is you're not going to look at it much, it doesn't need to rival the screen size of your Maxi Phone. Save a few grams with the 540. You shouldn't care about that, either, but the idea just nags at you. So, submit. This jus the computer that's everything you need, and nothing you don't.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
5
Great!... but miss my touchscreen
on July 22, 2024
Posted by: Waylon W
I have been a long-time user of Garmin Edge products. The 540 is a great device and a nice upgrade from the 830. I thought I'd prefer the non-touchscreen model, but after some use, I miss the touchscreen. This is my personal preference, though. I'm still more than happy with the unit and can recommend it.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
4
Great!... but not perfect
on July 2, 2024
Posted by: Quincy W
I love the connectivity and light control and the customization, but I feel like the 540 is just an afterthought compared to to the 840. The layout seemed to be perfect for touchscreen but very awkward for button only. Once you start riding it's not a big issue but the initial set up is pretty rough.
Written by a customer while visiting Garmin
Customer Rating
3
Slow learning curve
on June 16, 2024
Posted by: NikoT
Purchased about a month ago thought it had touch screen it doesn’t, the buttons are confusing and y tube videos aren’t great but maybe it’s from the generation I’m in. Anyway I suspect enough trial and error should get me there have to ask others for help who gave it as well and again not clear as they have the touch screen. Example did 142 mile bike ride got it downloaded and then I saved it but I can’t figure out how to review the information, and it doesn’t show up on my Garmin app. Hoping I’ll get use to it.
Response from GarminBy Garmin Fitness, June 18, 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 Support:
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Getting Started:
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Please reach out to our team at: product.support@garmin.com
Edge 540 Support:
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