Best Cycling Computers 2023 | 8 GPS Bike Computers Rated

These are the best GPS cycling computers in 2023, as tested by the expert reviewers here at BikeRadar.

If you’re looking for a new cycling computer, this is the video for you. Aside from price, there are loads of factors to consider when buying a new unit.

Do you want navigation or just ride tracking? What size computer do you want? How long is the battery life? What types of connectivity does the unit have? We’ll cover all of this and more.

The GPS computer market has never been more crowded with quality options and, as such, you won’t see any poorly reviewed units in this video.

If you’re interested in any of the computers mentioned, check out the links below.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:26 What to look for in a GPS
03:10 Garmin Edge 1040 + 1030
04:36 Wahoo Elemnt Roam V2
05:53 Hammerhead Karoo 2
07:00 Garmin Edge 530 + 830
08:23 Sigma ROX 11.1
09:29 Wahoo Elemnt Bolt V2
10:24 Garmin Edge Explore 2
12:21 Bryton Rider 420T

In-depth reviews 👇

Garmin Edge 1040 Solar

Wahoo Elemnt Roam V2

Hammerhead Karoo 2

Garmin Edge 530

Garmin Edge 830

Sigma ROX 11.1

Wahoo Elemnt Bolt V2

Garmin Edge Explore 2

Bryton Rider 420T

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[DanielWinterAt]

So the video title tells us there will be a rating, but you basically only read the technical spec sheets.
no information on how the computers improved with updates since launch (very important for the bolt 2 for example) and we get no comparison on how well the routing works for each computer.

a comparison within price points and then rating which one would be the best for each category is what i would expect for a video titles "8 computers rated".

pretty disappointing.

[ShadowEnduro]

I'm running my Lezyne Super GPS navigation for years. Small, compact and easy to use. It can run for 24hrs on one charge. All this for a quarter of the price of Garmin 1030 without any fancy color screen stuff and it always takes me from point A to B, no matter if I'm commuting or going for a 400km ride.

[IAMsterdam]

The Elemnt Bolt is my favorite. I hate touchscreens due to the varying performance depending on the weather. Physical buttons are superior for me. They just always work.

[OllyKilo]

Edge 530 is my weapon of choice. Don't use half the features but I downloaded an app to tell you what way the wind is blowing, it's actually amazingly useful.

[paytonbrown]

The Karoo 2 is great! I’ve had it for a couple months and the battery is honestly not bad at all.

[fxaman]

I’m gonna go for the Explore 2. My Epix 2 has most of the workout functions, so I mainly need the Explore for navigation and esential data like distance, speed etc. I want touch but 840 is twice the price of Explore 2 and has tiny display. 830 is similar price but has usb-c and is outdated. Explore seems like the ideal device :-)

[glennoc]

Not a mention of lesser known brands like xoss or igpsport which is a bit unfortunate. Surely cateye must have a model worthy of consideration

[mohamadjamil]

I use the 830 from garmin. No issues at all and very difficult to manage settings. Many of the features are difficult to find and hence remain hidden somewhere. Moreover, you have to upload maps from strava to be able to navigate especially on hills. Strava needs additional subscription and garmin does not come with maps in the Middle East. So additional 200USD. I would or should have got the hammer head

[joekawasaki]

I recently purchased the Garmin 1040 solar (coming from the edge 820). I like the new interface but the standouts are the solar charging & the climb feature! The 820 would last for about 5 hours before going into power save mode which turned the screen off between stops & the 1040 hasn't been charged in 220 miles of riding & is still above 70%. It's also been very nice to know how much climb is left so I don't over do it at the bottom! The price is steep but it's been worth it for me!

[enjay]

Great review of the many cycle computers on the market. For me it’s got to be the Garmin 👍

[rokibuca]

Elemnt Bolt 2 has a long battery life is light and has clear route instruction

[kubek]

I have EDGE 830. Great gadget, just bought cadence / speed sensor bundle and will be linking those two with 830

[xumartbiurrarenavertiz]

Which gps wpuld you choose for following mountain-bike tracks? What about Bryton rider 750? Thank you

[ariffau]

Talking about tech, it’s absolute refreshing to see a few generations old Di2 on a mainstream cycling YouTube channel. 😊😊

[Asthbendriel]

I have been using the Garmin Edge 830 for more than a year now, but I am planning to move to the Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM, I like to manually pause and resume my activities and I'm also very unlucky with sweat and unwanted swipes which have ended my activities without a confirmation in the middle of a ride countless times, and locking the display makes some interactions clunky at best.

[dierenartsgroesbeek]

I like the Bryton 800 prolonged battery life bigger screen smaller and more flat. Nice options climing power, heartrate, radar, breathingrate. Schemes for training integration other programmes

[bingoberra]

Mate, Garmin 530 and 830 are due an update and with 10 months still left of 2023 I´m hoping for release information

[FABM]

Thanks. Rank beginner here. Getting into cycling for fitness primarily. Need something simple just to log in rides and give basic data. What is the recommendation?

[mte]

A year ago I left garmin after many years. Lack of investment in a clunky app interface and general arrogance over their position in the market. Maps aren’t great, navigation was slow (and often after the turn!) and re-routing never worked properly. I went to hammerhead and have been blown away by the clarity of the screen, re-routing is almost instant and the battery is fine… how many rides do you do that are over 10 hours? (But if you do, you can charge it on the fly). Great piece of kit and regular updates (monthly) finesse the offer and often give new features. Well worth considering.

[Yoda-emmt]

Am i just poor because all these are stupid expensive .