iGPSPORT iGS630 Cycling GPS Computer Review - feat. Navigation + Color Screen + Garmin Mount + USB-C

[@dazza9360]

Nice review. Very concise! No one else seems to be be reviewing these

[@winnywen517]

Thanks for this review, it made me curious enough to buy and try. As an FYI (at 12:30), you can reorganize the page settings by long pressing each of the display boxes and moving to your desired location.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Thanks for the tip - I didn't realize it supported a drag/drop option. That would definitely speed up the customization.

[@thejuampi]

Just bought one from Amazon deal, 143 bucks + holder + TPU

[@steven3517]

Hey does it have a sensor?,his video showed no sensor but he activated it with one it seems.

[@thejuampi]

@@steven3517 what kind of sensor? light sensor? yes it does and adapts brightness auotmatically

[@steven3517]

@@thejuampi No i meant the sensors for speed etc,i see now that what i was looking at is just the head unit. So id have to buy the unit set or buy the magnets separately. I am learning lol,thanks man.

[@mickfrench1673]

nice gps i hate anything touch screen so this is fine ! great review as always

[@alteragnostik]

Thanks for a great review! It's been a year, and I wonder, if the iGPSport had delievered any updates to fix the navigation yet?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

We've actually reviewed the newer iGPSPORT BSC200 and BSC300 and it seems like the navigation issues (overlapping routes / false turns on windy roads) issue is still present so I don't think they've been addressed. Those issues are more annoyances though, you can still use the navigation to explore new routes or do long bike rides.

[@Robutube1]

Good, fair review; thanks. I've just bought one of these. Not sure why you brushed over battery life and didn't include it in your summary 'Pros' - at a claimed 35hrs I think that's outstanding. Downsides for me so far are the lack of re-routing (I'd have thought this was a 101 essential on a GPS device) and the fact that they don't supply a proper mount - those rubber O rings are going to fail for sure. Thanks again, your guide is much appreciated.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Glad it has been working out for you. Definitely look into buying an out-front mount as the iGS630 uses a standard Garmin style mount. It puts the computer right in front of your stem and you don't have to deal with annoying rubber o-rings..

[@steven3517]

I'm wondering if there is a sensor on the wheel or what because I didn't see any and he moved his bike to activate one it seems. I am looking at this product so I'm wondering.

[@jonhalda]

Can you return to the starting point? Are directions any good? (does it send you through highways?) Thanks

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, there is a "return home" option that routes you back along your loaded route. As far as navigation you need to create the route (manually / import it / from a previous recorded ride), the GPS doesn't create the routes on-the-fly like Google Maps.

[@andrewdatar9880]

Thanks for the review. When you do zoom in/out map during navigation - how many different scales do you have, and what is the largest/smallest scale in m/ft?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Great question. The iGS630 we have has 5 zoom scales: 164ft / 328 ft / 0.1 mi / 0.2 mi / 0.5 mi. Unlike other computers, the zoom level seems to persist so it doesn't reset back when you switch pages.

[@JerzyRutkow-c2e]

hi is there max grade after ride?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Do you mean on the app or ride summary? The iGPSPORT post ride summary is pretty detailed but you could also upload the ride to Strava or other apps for more thorough metrics.

[@JerzyRutkow-c2e]

@@TheSweetCyclists I do not use strava and other app I live in China wnat buy igp 630 or 630s want know what is better unk some time use navigation when I lost direction ,my town 12 milion person.

[@JerzyRutkow-c2e]

@@TheSweetCyclists yes

[@irgccg]

Does the unit support a dual sided power meter?

[@Behine.DeChilis]

I believe it does. There are display options for L/R balance

[@borisdodig2433]

Can you pleas let me know how to use I climb on igs630,thanks

[@AjG-p8q]

Habks for the review... i recorded a couple of indoor activities on the device...Synched the device with app. However, unable to locate those indoor activities in the app.. Also would it synch these indoor activities to strava(

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Any synced and uploaded rides should show up on the iGPSPORT app. I'd make sure everything uploaded (you can see what is being uploaded on the device page) and then look through the ride history on the app. It's possible your date setting might be off so you are looking at the wrong time period.

[@matthias-L]

Can you also set the German language on the device and can you also load other maps when navigating?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

You can download additional maps for your region by connecting the GPS computer to a computer and going to global.igpsport.com/home/download. My computer came with North America maps preloaded so I did not need to do that step.

[@matthias-L]

OK thanks! I wonder if you can also load OSM maps onto it that are different from the display or do you only have your own from iGPSPORT? How are you satisfied with him? There is now the 630S with longer battery life, etc.@@TheSweetCyclists

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I'd recommend reaching out to iGPSPORT to see if you can use third-party maps. The website has ".map" files but I don't know if that is a generic format or something proprietary. I've been happy with the preloaded maps, it isn't as high-fidelity as higher-end computers (some computers show points of interest) but all the roads and graphics are consistent. As far as the updated iGS630S I'm waiting to receive one to do a review on it - it certainty looks nicer.@@matthias-L

[@steven3517]

Does this have a magnet or sensor,im not sure which is best really.It is probably more accurate though with one.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

With GPS computers like this, you can just use them directly without speed sensors. It will compute distance, gradient, speed all from the GPS signal. Adding a speed sensor can improve accuracy but it isn't necessary unless you ride somewhere with a lot of GPS signal drop outs (forests / tall buildings).

[@steven3517]

@@TheSweetCyclists I do live in the middle of nowhere, Im just going to wait and buy the sensor bundle. Just so I know everything will pair. Thanks for the info though. 🙂

[@ericvutran4140]

Very nice review. I'm a noob and shopping for my first cycling computer. The thing I am confused about is a power meter can I use any power meter with this?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes you can. GPS computers use ANT+ to connect to power meters, so you can use any brand meter with your computer. Even speed / cadence sensors are ANT+ or Bluetooth so you can mix and match brands.

[@leftyseel8658]

Quick help pls. I got the Igpsport BSC200 and am about to test it in a while. No need to turn on bluetooth during the ride?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I'm not sure what you mean - with the BSC200 you don't need to keep your phone connected using bluetooth unless you want notifications. We also have a full review for the BSC200 at - thesweetcyclists.com/igpsport-bsc200-gps-bike-computer-review/

[@leftyseel8658]

@@TheSweetCyclists Great! I’ll check it.

[@SolarizeYourLife]

How to add maps??? And what about weather???

[@TheSweetCyclists]

You can add maps onto the GPS computer using a USB cable from here - global.igpsport.com/home/download. The weather information is on the status page, you just need to sync the app to the GPS for it to be updated.

[@ivanradoszyce8183]

Great review. With the power metrics does it show left hand and ride hand side power? I have duel power meter pedals and I like to show percentage power for each side. Thanks

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I don't have a dual-sided power meter to confirm it right now, but the manual does have "Pwr Balance" and "Balance 3s" options which should display percentages. You can see the manual here - www.igpsport.com/_files/ugd/38e7bd_19b085d113c944eda43486e488398858.pdf

[@ivanradoszyce8183]

@@TheSweetCyclists Cheers!

[@arifazhari7598]

Did u test the battery Life ? 35 hours is quite bold claim for unit with that display and function

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Good question - battery life is always a tricky one. I suspect 35 hours means minimal interaction or navigation. In our riding, we were able to easily get about ~25 or so hours before it got to 20% battery remaining. You could likely get more, but I wouldn't recommend starting a long ride with a low battery.

[@arifazhari7598]

@@TheSweetCyclists i see. In your 25 hour ride time. Did u use all 5 GNSS signal ? And how many sensor you're using ? Because i believe more sensor and gps satellite meaning lower battery life. I am quite being back and forth between bryton 320/420 , IGS630 and magene C406 Pro. Looking forward for your opinion.

[@cycling.cheers2326]

@@arifazhari7598 The iGS630 can connect with Sensors,power meter,and Etap or Di2. It will be on promotion on Prime Day

[@rjmdrum]

I just bought this on Amazon prime day thanks to this thorough review! 👍🇺🇸

[@dityaberto7860]

Navigation mode only last 12 hours..i ve just tried it yesterdya

[@zahinadventure]

After 9month of using, All issues on cons already fix or not?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

iGPSPORT has had some major updates to the software since this review was published which address some of the issues. I haven't had a chance to use the latest but the release logs highlight improved navigation, start ride reminder, save ride page and separating record lap to a double click. All these changes should make it easier to use but I don't think the app will ever be as good as Garmin or even Bryton equivalents.

[@nicksyahrilstorror5183]

So which one should i choose if i ride track bike?🤔😞✌🏼

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Do you mean an indoor bike? If you are doing indoor training and you want to track mileage, you will need a speed sensor (which tracks wheel rotation).

[@nicksyahrilstorror5183]

@TheSweetCyclists no, outdoor using track bike(Fixed gear bike🤔

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@nicksyahrilstorror5183 Ah. I assume your asking about the "modes" - those can be renamed to whatever you want and are just a grouping of settings (display / sensors). It makes it easy to switch between bikes and have customized displays for each.

[@nicksyahrilstorror5183]

@TheSweetCyclists 😅😅 okay thank you for lmk🙌🏼

[@hristogenchev8906]

i have a bryton rider 420 i found this one for 150 euro is it worth changing bryton

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yea, it would be a good upgrade from the Bryton as it has color navigation. You may also want to consider the Bryton Rider S500 / S800 models if you're comfortable with the Bryton computers.

[@SamFromVACE]

Does it pair with Garmin 515 radar?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, all rear radars use the same communication protocol so you can mix and match Garmin radars and other brand's GPS computers.

[@curtmcd]

Is it the same laminated glass as on the iGS620? My 620 has aged poorly in the sun, bubbling and creasing over 2 years, but it's still usable.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I'm not sure if it's the same screen between the models - I'd recommend reaching out to iGPSPORT to confirm. From our experience, the iGPSPORT screens have been doing well here in the California sun.

[@iGPSPORTGlobal]

iGS630 with LCD colorful screen, better than iGS620, and both bike computer can adjust screen light, hope it will help!

[@curtmcd]

@@iGPSPORTGlobal I can send you a picture of the screen if you'd like. I'm in California and am weekly out from dawn to dusk.

[@Asthbendriel]

Probably a faulty unit rather than the norm. I had the igs620 for over a year in Costa Rica, at the moment I sold it the screen was as good as the first day without a screen protector on, and the person I sold it to is still using it without issues.

[@bttymas8692]

Hello! Nice review 😉thank you so much for the job For instance, have you already tried the "climb pro" feature included in the last firmware update, released just some days ago? Really interested on it! Thank you so much again

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Thanks! We haven't tried the ClimbPro feature yet, but we'll give it a try. We've used a similar feature on Bryton GPS computers, and it's really useful. If you load a route, you can actually see detailed gradient and distance information for each climb on the ride. It makes it a lot of fun to ride, as you know exactly how much climbing is left.

[@borisdodig2433]

Hello friend igs630 is it working with garmin sensors,special with garmin varia sensor?,thanks.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@borisdodig2433 Yes it does. The iGS630 works with all ANT+ radars. You can mix and match brands, they all use the same generic communication protocols.

[@kukurruku2016]

Hello, thanks for the video. Which is better for you, Bryton 750 or IGS630? Thank you

[@TheSweetCyclists]

It would depend on what price you're able to get the computers for. For the same price, the touch-screen Bryton Rider 750 has better navigation and easier to use app. The ISG630 is a great value though, and bridges the gap between budget and high-end GPS computers.

[@kukurruku2016]

Thanks for the info. Is there a problem transferring files between the phone and the GPS? Is the system of both stable in navigation mode (bug, slow system, etc)?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@kukurruku2016 I haven't had issues with either. The only "bugs" are some of the confusing text labels and frustrating interactions such as route creation in the app.

[@kukurruku2016]

Perfect, thank you very much!

[@cycling.cheers2326]

​@@kukurruku2016

[@ChrisMaj]

Can you share your location with that device?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I don't believe they have a "live tracking" type feature. There are a variety of Android and iOS apps that have that feature though.

[@Asthbendriel]

Yes, they do, through the application

[@glennoc8585]

I've had igp computers and my only gripe is you can't buy parts to repair the screen or battery.

[@TheSweetCyclists]

I don't think many GPS computer companies offer repair parts - unfortunately most of these devices aren't really designed to be fixed or repaired.

[@iGPSPORTGlobal]

may i know what is wrong with your bike computer and which model?

[@lukaug]

This one or the Garmin 530? What would you get?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

It would depend on the price. If you can purchase either for nearly the same price the Garmin would have better software and usability than the iGS630. You should be able to buy the iGS630 for about ~$220 off Amazon right now though so it's a nice savings if you don't need additional features.

[@walkwithshibin]

does it show Strava live segments ? with premium?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

No it does not. Per Strava, Live Segments is only available on some Garmin / Karoo / Lezne / MIO / Polar / Sigma / Wahoo devices. You can see the full list at support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/223361887-Strava-Live-Segments-Compatible-Devices.

[@peteinozi]

I'm interested in "live tracking" , but no mention of it in this video .

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The live tracking works pretty well. It's a shareable link via the app. As long as you have internet connection and the app connected, your position should update. Otherwise, there are plenty of free gps location sharing apps you can use.

[@peteinozi]

@@TheSweetCyclists Thank you so much for your help

[@lukas7374]

Will this work for gpx files on off road dual sport riding ?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The iGPSPORT app supports GPX files so a on road / off road one should also work. I'm not sure how well the turn notifications would work off road though.

[@lukas7374]

@@TheSweetCyclists cool can you add points along the way ? To help you not get lost and what not

[@TheSweetCyclists]

@@lukas7374 I don't think there is a "bread crumb" or "point-of-interest" type feature that can be done dynamically. The computer does have a "return home" feature though that might help you get back home.

[@adyakristanto]

thanks for sharing, is there a livetracking feature on igpsport?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, the iGPSPORT app has a live tracking option that lets you share a tracking link for others to view your location.

[@adyakristanto]

​@@TheSweetCyclistsis that reliable?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, we've used it in the past and as long as you have internet connection and the app running it updates regularly.@@adyakristanto

[@johnnyboy4711]

this or bryton 750?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Personally I think I'd go with the Bryton 750 as you have a touch screen and more intuitive app. It depends on what price you can get each one for though.

[@dityaberto7860]

Does it have live tracking feature?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, you can enable the feature via the iGPSPORT app and email / text a tracking link.

[@dityaberto7860]

Nice to know..i decided to buy this puppy

[@truthisbusiness1564]

Imagine pain of pushing all those buttons left right up down its very funny video for 2023/ This GPS belongs to Museum not like real gadget, but its very relaxing to watch. This video is pure example how advance technology is now... very funny thanks for sharing

[@iGPSPORTGlobal]

Because the touch screen is not easy to use in rainy days or when wearing gloves, we still use buttons for this bike computer. Hope that helps you!

[@Asthbendriel]

As someone who owned the Garmin Edge 830 and the Wahoo Elemnt ROAM v2, I could not disagree more. Even Garmin has to disagree with you, since they added the full button setup to the Garmin Edge 840 😅 Touch only GPS are a bad idea, the only place where touch is completely useful is navigation, and it becomes completely useless on rainy days as well, God forbid doing MTB and navigating with mud in your display. I sold the Garmin Edge 830 exactly because of this, doing MTB auto pause was constantly triggering in recurrent portions of my rides, if you set it up manual pause you have to tap on back every time you pause as soon as you pause or there will be a huge end activity in the center of your screen that requires no confirmation to end the activity that can easily (and did) trigger with a drop of water, sweat, mud, or even a missed touch of the display while using it. Blocking the display solves this issue, and now you cannot dismiss your notifications and other popups as the tap action is locked 😂 and you have to unlock the display to do so if you are looking at the map and these windows come up, as there is no physical back button 😅which is totally annoying if it's raining. Running the Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM v2 now, it is refreshing how the computer doesn't get in your way while you're using it 😅I agree I could do the same with the Garmin 840, and that's because now it has full button setup, so you can lock the display and use the buttons if you want, which is what I'd expect, but there is a lot of people like me that don't really need a touch display, and if the bike computer is well setup, to be honest is not really that much necessary.

[@Broodjemetbeleg]

Touch screens are horrible, I mean how often do you need to change settings anyway lol.

[@lbgstzockt8493]

Id rather have good buttons than a bad touchscreen, which is what you get in even very expensive bike computer. I'd rather not fiddle with an inconsistent UI with no feedback while doing 40kph down a mountain. Not to mention the fact that touch simply doesnt work in the rain.

[@lastfm4477]

Feh! I have a Garmin 810 touch (resistance) screen [and 800 before that] and it worked great. Upgrade to Garmin 830 touch (capacitance) screen. My sweat drops change screens on me, or reprograms which data is shown. When the screen is at all wet from rain or sweat - Then it ignores all of my swipes and touches. Biggest POS Garmin has ever made (well, really that was the 820). I am so sick of this 830 I'm about to toss it in the trash can. GIVE ME SOME BUTTONS! so the damned device will take my inputs.

[@TomlinsonAbel]

283 Nathanial Squares

[@LeenksBarrow]

so what we get for 220$ ? useless navigation then didnt work :D what about gradient same useless graphics better for this price buy 530 garmin or add more$ if u want sensor display

[@TheSweetCyclists]

The iGS630 has most of the features of the Garmin 530 except for the touch screen. If they both were the same price, I would buy the Garmin as it has a more intuitive UI and displays but that's not the case. Right now the iGS630 is $180 on Amazon compared to $299 for the Garmin. If your budget constrained the $120 saving is worth it and can cover the cost of sensors / mounts.

[@thedronescene7474]

It needs touch screen! Having to clip so many buttons just to do one thing is a nightmare lol!

[@Asthbendriel]

Many of the things he did on the device only is mainly because of lack of knowledge on how the application works. You can change the layout and drag and drop fields from the application itself. I had an iGS620 (the previous generation) and you could do it right away. That being said, the Garmin Edge 540 still exists, lol 🤷‍♂

[@ValentinePrudence]

6011 Parisian Plain

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Is this some sort of cryptic advertising?

[@beardyface8492]

Lost this dumb-phone user when you got to "download the app", a crippled incomplete device yet again, unlike when you buy a GPS for a car. So if I've got to buy a phone that'll do everything I want in order to make this to do the same things, what's the damned point?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

A dedicated GPS computer (even one that requires syncing to a phone app to transfer data or setup routes) is worth using over a phone as they have better battery life, have a more compact form factors and are more affordable. You don't need to maintain a cell phone app connection with the computer unless you want notifications or to upload routes and download data to sync with Strava or other third-party apps to share.

[@beardyface8492]

@@TheSweetCyclists You missed the point with affordability, there's absolutely nothing "more affordable" about having to buy BOTH a phone and GPS unit, the allegedly dedicated GPS is a paperweight if I buy just that. My old flip-phone can't run its app. So I have to buy a phone first, at which point I'd have an adequate navigation device and NO REMAINING BUDGET for a GPS unit anyway. I've no interest in Strava, just getting navigation around the city without fighting a paper map.

[@ccamire]

really upset to purchase the device. Cannot even download rides from Komoot or other programs. this is for beginner riders not long distance

[@themouas]

I got this thing I hated it, it is the most unintuitive gadget I have ever purchased in my life, I couldn't get it to set up to use the navigation at all.