Best Bike Computers 2025: GPS Cycling Computer Buyer's Guide

Expert reviews of Garmin Edge, Wahoo ELEMNT, Hammerhead Karoo & more

Quick Comparison

ComputerBest ForBatteryPrice
Garmin Edge 1050Best Premium20hr$699
Garmin Edge 840Best Overall26hr$449
Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM V2Best Navigation17hr$399
Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT V2Best Compact15hr$299
Hammerhead Karoo 3Best Touchscreen14hr$449
Garmin Edge 540Best Value32hr$349
Garmin Edge 130 PlusBest Budget12hr$199

Best Premium: Garmin Edge 1050

The Edge 1050 is Garmin's flagship with a stunning 3.5" touchscreen, comprehensive mapping, and every training feature imaginable.

Key Features: 3.5" touchscreen, full maps, ClimbPro 2.0, Training Status, incident detection.

Best Overall: Garmin Edge 840

The Edge 840 hits the sweet spot with full mapping, touchscreen plus buttons, and excellent 26-hour battery life at $449.

Best Navigation: Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM V2

The ROAM V2 excels at route navigation with automatic rerouting and clear turn-by-turn prompts.

Best Compact: Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT V2

The aerodynamic BOLT V2 is perfect for racers wanting a clean cockpit at $299.

Best Touchscreen: Hammerhead Karoo 3

The Karoo 3 runs Android, offering the best touchscreen experience in any bike computer.

Best Value: Garmin Edge 540

The Edge 540 offers all training features without mapping at $349 with 32-hour battery life.

Best Budget: Garmin Edge 130 Plus

The compact Edge 130 Plus packs GPS and navigation into an affordable $199 package.

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