Garmin Edge 520 Plus, Gps Cycling/Bike Computer for Competing and Navigation

What I loved most about this computer is that IT WORKED RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX (after about 45 minutes of a clean and easy set up!) I was able to get my speed, distance, maps and three text messeges, really sweet. I had always heard about how Garmin was, mostly good but could not see spending over $200 for a bike computer, until I bought new rims for my rode bike, I spent well over $200, so I figured what the hell, I am more than a little impressed by this item. I live in Chicago, most others froze up at -12 degress, not My Garmin. Works like a charm, text messages, speed, time, Color maps, loving it!!! Seriously worth the time and the expense. Love all the features and the fact that it syncked up with my Iphone on the very first try!!!!!

Overall I’ve been pleased with my 520 in the last year I’ve been using it. I’m not really a serious cyclist so the longest ride I’ve taken it on is probably 4.5 hours. Once you get into that length though you will need to turn the screen brightness down to ~50% if you want the battery to last the entire ride. Overall accuracy and function are good. Now you can wirelessly import maps you build in Strava which is SO MUCH easier than hooking it to your laptop.My wife loves the fact that she can follow along with my rides from the comfort of home. Super nice since most drivers are actually not paying attention now days.My only complaint, and this isn’t just a problem with the 520, it’s all Garmin devices: if you use a Garmin watch for running, and a Garmin bike computer for riding, the work you do on the bike won’t count towards your “Garmin training status”. I’m a data nerd but unfortunately even though both products sync to the app, any work done on the bike doesn’t transfer to the training status tracker on my Fenix watch basically rendering the number useless.

All in all, I love this bike computer! The battery lasts a long time (I've gotten it down to 50% after 12+ hours of continuous usage) and I find it very accurate when I compare it to other tracking devices. It has a lot of functionality. I like how it is not a touch screen because I often use it when my hands are sweaty so if it were touch screen it would just make the screen dirty. The temperature gauge in the device isn't always very accurate as it is susceptible to shade, water being on it, etc. I love the automated features such as laps though!

This is one of the lower end models in Garmin's GPS bike computer line. That doesn't mean it's a bad device!It's the first in the series to have navigation, going from the 25 to the 1080. Rerouting is kinda slow, but perfectly fine on bike, it will not be suitable for car navigation though. You wont need to load new maps of any sort, if you're in a major metro area, but might need it in more remote areas.It is somewhat complicated to get used to, and while I like not having a touch screen on it, some of the buttons require a bit of actuation, which could be good, or bad, depending on your preference.The user interface could use some help, but it's no unusable. Just navigation through the menus doesn't always make sense.It's highly accurate, though, and will link up with ANT+ devices, and saves rides until your phone can connect, then it auto-syncs them to Garmin Connect.My only complaint: I wish Garmin Connect would let you manage the device when it's not powered on, then ship the new state to the device. A bike computer isn't something that stays on all the time, like a watch.So, this is my 3rd Garmin unit, one previous watch (Vivosmart), and my new watch (Vivoactive 3). This one does not dissappoint.

Broke my 520, bought a 520+I like these devices a lot. While I would change a few things, the essential function is spot on. I never have to worry about pairing with sensors working at power-up including my Power Tap power meter. The extended battery is astounding.My previous one started shortening in life quickly after 2 years use which was a bummer but before it broke it was still covering 3 hour rides. The plus runs crazy long and should cover 5 hour rides even at half it's current performance. I also greatly appreciate having different display settings for each of my bikes. Finally this model seems to have more processing power. My previous one used to hang occasionally during map tracking functions. Not an issue now.That being said, setting up those devices is a pain. Would be nice if they added those configuration settings to the App. Also, when charging on my PC, it sometimes starts beeping every few seconds. I think it's following per interruptions, but whatever. Mostly it does it's job well.Do note that THE SCREEN IS GLASS!! I had the previous 520 and washed it with my jersey. It still sort of worked but the glass screen cracked. Understandable, but you should also be aware that the screen can break when dropped. Though this is rare. This time I bought a stick-on glass protector and recommend you do the same. They are cheap and I got a set of four. You can give two to a friend and be a hero!

I cannot say enough about this bike computer. If you're on the fence on which bike computer to get, just buy this model. Routing on Roads is easy and very good and the Trailforks app is sweet. A friend of mine has the older 520 device and I can say the 520 plus is a huge upgrade and very much worth the extra. I bike 3-5 times per week and love how great this device works. Battery life is really good as well, did an 8+ hour ride and the battery was still at 65%. Also works great with the HR monitor I got from Amazon with the name - CooSpo Fitness Tracker Ant+ Heart Rate Monitor Chest Strap IP67 Waterproof with Bluetooth for Wahoo Strava Zwift.