The Edge 530 is the Best Value Garmin GPS, But Should YOU Buy It?

[@Sportivecyclist]

Here are the links to buy a Garmin Edge 530 ... Device only: amzn.to/3nUvMQ7 Device + Speed/Cadence/HR sensors: amzn.to/3bFoz0w (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.)

[@Ted7l]

Does the 530 read well .gpx? Suitable for bike marathons? Should I buy the 830? Since .gpx will be imported at home? What are your experiences during heavy rain and winter?

[@MummyJilly]

I’ve just purchased this today, New Years Eve with my 30 years work reward. I’ve had an Edge 510 for a few years, thst was second hand when I received it and it’s been great but the power button collapses. So I’m keen to see how this new one goes on my work commute on Friday. Great video, thank you.

[@mikhaelyosia1663]

Man, where have you been! One of the most entertaining bike-related channels. SUBSCRIBING!

[@Andrei5656]

Never pour RedBull in your coffee or you start smelling colors and doing videos like this one! First time on the channel, I absolutely loved your presentation, so thank you very much for all the details you've covered in this review. As a very, very green cyclist, it's much appreciated; it's easy to feel overwhelmed by all the new terms, features, equipment and electronic gear this sport has. Greetings from France :)

[@andrescycling3546]

I ordered it yesterday. I’am excited.

[@albert333pool]

How are you liking it? Is it worth buying?

[@jakob6455]

@@albert333pool I ve been using it for a month now and tbh, you can't get a better bike computer for a price like that. I prefer it over the 830 since it s not touchscreen and it has more than all the functions you will ever want

[@albert333pool]

@@jakob6455 Wow... Thanks

[@jakob6455]

@@albert333pool No problem, I'd really recommend it

[@adriant.7457]

@@jakob6455 Except you don't get to create a route directly on it. Did you ever leave the preloaded course? Did it show you the way back correctly, or just make a u-turn?

[@ojbeez5260]

Very well preseted video! Tells you exactly what you need. I'm a newbie to this. I love it does NOT have a touch screen and buttons instead!

[@gunny6517]

Under Connections, you forgot the Garmin Edge REMOTE! I just found your channel and it’s awesome! NEW Subscriber……. AWESOME JOB…..

[@martinsdroneandvideotech]

I've just ordered one via Amazon for £226 including delivery to replace the elemnt roam that I've had for ages, the only reason I've gone to Garmin is the Wahoo support is rubbish, having had a ticket in for 3 months with no resolution. This is the first off your videos that I've watched and I like your style, think ill be hitting the subscribe button👍

[@rickyhill5263]

Bought the mtb bundle, works great. Climb pro feature is superb. It took an evening of playing about with to get used to it, but that's about it. The sharp bend warning is more dangerous at first as it makes you look at the screen. Navigation and routing is superb. Coming from the edge 200 touring I do miss the ease of swiping through the screens, having said that I don't tend to deviate from my home screen much anyway and the mapping and climb pro automatically show when appropriate. All good so far!

[@adriant.7457]

Do you like touchescreen better in this case? You know there is the option of having the 830(if money isn't an issue)

[@rickyhill5263]

@@adriant.7457 After using it for a few weeks now, I would say the lack of a touch screen hasn't bothered me. In fact during bad weather it's easier to wipe the screen clean. The side buttons are just as easy to use, I rarely change off my home screen so it's not really an issue. Really happy with the 530, flawless so far. I love the fact you can add a piggy back battery if needed.

[@adriant.7457]

@@rickyhill5263 yeah, but it's strange the price of the battery is huge, like half of the products price. Insane. 🤦‍♂️

[@chrishardnett3430]

Thank you for sharing! I was looking at the mtn bundle on Amazon but wasn't sure if I could use it for my road bike (overthinker, I know) and was looking for reviews on it. This definitely helps

[@qubequbik595]

Thank you for the review!

[@KOL630]

I find that with the buttons on mine too when it’s mounted on the stem. I use my thumb mostly, I have a large hand luckily!

[@abarli]

You are Mad mate! Subscribed!

[@s.j.5850]

Great video, fun to watch. Thanks for the laughs & info!

[@tomjxn]

I find touch screen a total faff in the wet and also when wearing gloves. Which is why I have one of these on order!

[@TheMFRaxi]

Exactly. Why would you ever want it to be touch screen. You already it will be a mess when it starts raining

[@Bonxie73]

Great review. Cheers

[@michaelguerrera1463]

41, why or how do you look late ,20's? So yeah, Been road for some time now. Used my Garmin edge 580. Does everything i need plus way more. So at 53 im getting back into MTN again. I love the data availability, especially with grit & flow. The others are of course legit. Bravo, cool vid! Mike from Napa/ Solano county Ca

[@cookin1965]

Sheeesh!! , how many coffees did you have?

[@Sportivecyclist]

You’re welcome Harald!

[@pedroandrade2398]

It’s cocainum 😅🤘🏼

[@KimR]

AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA SHEESHHH

[@hc3820]

@@pedroandrade2398 phet

[@pedroandrade2398]

Thanks for the detailed and post fanfare review. Have a great week mate. 🤘🏼

[@simonelty]

I love your Energy! Thanks for the Video

[@vsandu]

It looks still like the best deal on the market. Gettin one today for £180.

[@moosicman101]

love the rapha hoodie. currently on my way to get one myself.

[@Nick-mu9nx]

I have a 530 and it is very good. My only complaint is the shut down screen. When I finish a ride I want a big display saying 530 battery is 5% Varia light is 10% Sadly Garmin does not display this info, so you hang your bike up. The next time you go for a ride the 530 then tells you... Mate you should have changed. You only have 5% battery. I do not want this info when I set off, I want this info when I am turning the unit off. Small issue but it does grind my gears.

[@livpoksoc]

Arg. One thing I like about the 520 is the button layout and how well they stick out from the device, to ensure that as you pedal along, there is no faff with scrolling through screens and worrying about inadvertent menu taps. Agree though, it would be super handy if garmin would allow for desktop/mobile set ups, having just conducted a resetup of my activity profiles. Thanks for this video Monty!

[@nigelbowyer427]

Just bought a 530 because dropped my 520 and smashed the screen….but, unlike the 520, it doesn’t seem to have an odometer showing total distance or temperature….have I missed something ??….help !

[@markboast2867]

Pelvic thrusts for a computer review? New one on me. However, thank you and I enjoyed your review. Totally agree your conclusions, especially buttons and nested menus (Garmin!). Not convinced Ant+ connections are infallible. My Bryson HRM has a habit of being dropped and its back to button time. If I really needed the navigation I think I would use my phone - which I can see - but then I’m old…

[@daniels.2720]

I Learned... I Laughed... I Cried... Thank you

[@Sportivecyclist]

Presumably the crying was in embarrassment on my behalf?

[@chadcase5936]

Exactly what I needed.

[@MichaelMoore-iw8iw]

Enjoyed the review, just ordered one!

[@cottonbrad]

Watching I could only think, “This is James Veitch if he were a rider.”

[@jkpisces]

how is this compared with the bryton 750 GPS? which is a better buy ?

[@williambreeze2659]

Thanks for the review 👌

[@dinxruntings]

Love this Guy.

[@simonwilliams6212]

Had mine around 3 months now, more than happy, small amount of fuss getting connected to tje home wifi but after that all was well. Im 48 and do need to think about glasses for reading but no problem with reading the 7 data fields i have on the 530. Not used any of the other GPS units so not able to compare. My other option was apart from the bolt was tje Bryton 750 but for some reason i saw the screen as a ittle narrow once i saw it in person. Think any of the 3 would be good, also other options out there to suit nearly everyones needs.

[@adriant.7457]

Did you try to follow a preloaded route? Did you get off the course at some point? Did it tell you how to get back on track? :D Cheers!

[@simonwilliams6212]

@@adriant.7457 preloaded done with no problems, if off route it shall guide you back, all in all no regrets with the purchase

[@evansiegel2328]

Thanks for this helpful and entertaining video.

[@MummyJilly]

So how do you turn auto pause on?

[@AlbaTech]

You touched on it briefly but the re-routing - or rather lack of it - is a deal-breaker. I've had a 530 for around 2 years (replacement unit after the faulty buttons saga) and the 're-routing' comprises of 'Do a U-turn'. Pathetic. When Garmin launched the 1030 Plus last year, they promised the to bring the same re-routing features to the 530/830 'by the end of the year'. Here we are halfway through the following year and still no fix. I've tried a 1030 Plus and the re-routing is brilliant. An utter disgrace that Garmin haven't released that for their smaller devices. And don't get me started on how it took them 5 months to fix the Komoot IQ App that they broke with the 7.00 firmware update.

[@szolekxxx]

i have read that they solved it with the latest firemware update, is that true?

[@AlbaTech]

@@szolekxxx dunno. I got rid of mine months ago. But I doubt it.

[@szolekxxx]

@@AlbaTech yes, its fixed i bought it yesterday

[@AlbaTech]

@@szolekxxx congratulations. That only took them three years.

[@szolekxxx]

@@AlbaTech i think that this update is like 8-9 months old so maybe less than three but i wasnt waiting anyway

[@propojker]

hey! could not find information on it anywhere - what type of mount are you using in this video? this mount that goes on the stem. It looks nice and neat. thanks!

[@Sportivecyclist]

Hi sorry for the delay. I think it's the standard Garmin plastic mount that I would swear comes as standard in the box but now you have me questioning... I just have it positioned directly on the stem www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B002NU6J1Y

[@cyclingstevo]

How does this rate if you go off road on tracks and bridleways ? does the map still pick up these types of routes

[@HGZie]

love the energy

[@Nelmistro]

It must be quite a sight to see someone riding down the road with several cycling computers covering their handle bars lol. I feel like there should be a dictum that says when cycling computer & mounts > 1, bike is not aero :D lol

[@runningcomposer1682]

Without the power meter, do we still have the performance stats such as training load, training effect, vo2max and lactate threshold?

[@kr7epj4x]

So I can't speak directly about this computer but I do have a garmin watch that I use for running and cycling on occasion. I do not have a power meter but I still get all those stats you stated. I would venture a guess that the software in this is similar(if not exactly the same) so as long as long as you use a heartrate monitor connected to this, I think it will give you those stats. I will say though, I don't see how it would get your lactate threshold, so maybe not that one.

[@runningcomposer1682]

Ah your watch is used for running thus that’s where the vo2max came from I suppose. If fully cycling I guess it doesn’t..

[@Berd_Dog]

Thanks dude!

[@TheeJohnWayne]

Great review! If I paired a speed sensor to the 530 to record more accurate ride distances and took it to a mountain bike park with lifts, would the Garmin only record when the wheel is in motion (aka going downhill)?

[@Rob-qe9dd]

Bad thing about the 530: it's impossible to sync while recording an activity, even if it's paused by pressing the stop button. That means for example that if you decide to change your route, and you plan one on your smartphone (a device that has a touch screen) you'll need to stop your activity, save it, sync, and restart a new activity. Is it bothering only me ?

[@TheMFRaxi]

But why would you change activity?

[@Kicekpicek]

@@TheMFRaxiMaybe that's that 44hrs rider

[@Xyzabc998]

It is just the quality that concerns me. I bought a used 510. It was in pristine condition and worked faultlessly on...one ride. Connected it to Express (a 90's product) and it failed and has not worked since. Garmin's support model with it's users seems to be: user reset, factory reset, still broken, buy a new one with 15% off. Good for them, not so much for the user. The 510 had a touchscreen, now you have to go big to have one. 7 buttons, really, 7. Too many complaining about software and connection problems. Ancient USB, using buttons to set up, really? The Bolt V2 seems to be a Wahoo 530 with the same connection, drops and software quality issues. Alternatives?

[@thelifeofjessejames]

30 seconds in and I've already subscribed 😂

[@Sportivecyclist]

Winner winner chicken dinner!

[@liambourke6871]

does it show the current gradient you are on if you are cycling up a hill?

[@Sportivecyclist]

Yes it does. 'Grade' (as Garmin calls it) is one of the standard data fields so is on the Edge 530 plus all the other ones with barometers (which I think is all of them).

[@Bellissimovolere]

The one thing I can’t find anywhere in regard to the 530 is how it looks and works on an out front mount.. would the buttons at the base of the unit still be accessible on such a mount..?

[@carrickdubya4765]

Get the Garmin Edge remote so your hands never leave the handlebar, it costs about $60

[@SuperDodoe]

excellent, ty🙂

[@vishalkarna3763]

Very good review with great details. Have few questions, if we do not set the map, however while riding still would like to get gradient information of the ongoing course would climbpro provide that informatio ? And what is the accuracy of elevation and gradient information? Does it do auto calibration of barometeric altimeter ?

[@curtisthomas1943]

How to load your ride

[@jamesross9860]

Would you rate this for beginner riders?

[@Sportivecyclist]

Yes. It's got a lot of features that might not be relevant at first, but you'll grow into them. If ease of use is your priority, I'd recommend the new Wahoo ELEMNT BOLT V2 (the new colour version). The user experience is more intuitive than Garmin.

[@jamesross9860]

@@Sportivecyclist thanks very much for the information and I appreciate your time to reply have a lovely Saturday 🤙 I’ll stay tuned for your next videos

[@speedbird983]

@@Sportivecyclist unless you want a gps real time map? Just confirming the Wahoo doesnt have that feature, so if you get lost, how do you get home again? Thanks!

[@Sportivecyclist]

@@speedbird983 the new V2 BOLT does have full onboard navigation, so it will re-route you if you go off track. Unless I've misunderstood the question.

[@gauravs4564]

Does it connect with the GARMIN watches....to detect HR data??

[@bigaljack56]

Did you ever find out?

[@gauravs4564]

@@bigaljack56 Yes, got a mail from GARMIN, it is not compatible with Garmin Watch, why ...i dont know

[@aronherts6302]

Hi may i ask a question regarding navigation map?.... I am new to edge 530 ...while using my navigation i dont know if i press something.. it shows the data fields as tge main screen and then map will appear if i am turning the road left or right then after the turn it comes back to data fields....... what setting is that thanks

[@wiredblitzen]

Anyone wish there was one video where they show you search for an address and go?!! ANYWHERE?

[@sithquisha]

have you tried comparing with bryton?

[@ulfarsbikejourney]

hello, have too Garmin Edge 530 and thanks for the review! I had the problem stopping the timer after the trip. just had to switch off completely to stop the timer or am I blunt and haven't found how to stop it ? And sometimes the timer, if selected automatic start timer at a speed of 9.96 km/h sometimes turns on when just lying without moving just by itself. Have you encountered such a problem? Is there a solution?

[@Herbieeebirkbeck1.2]

love this man, hilarious

[@richard76rama]

With all you said and knowing what the Garmin 530 features are and familiarizing with the menus, would you come back to Wahoo Elemnt Bolt?

[@filipbronola536]

There's a completely new Bolt now too

[@richard76rama]

@@filipbronola536 They call it Wahoo Elmnt Bolt as well?

[@Sportivecyclist]

Yes, the V2 BOLT. I've written about it in this blog post: www.sportivecyclist.com/wahoo-elemnt-roam-vs-bolt-v2/. Video on the way (at some point) but after 6 weeks use of the new BOLT, my 'hot take' is that I prefer it over the Edge 530.

[@neilAneerGAmAI]

My personal information, passwords and credit card info is already on the Dark Web, can't wait for my cycling stats to join. Nice video!

[@Sportivecyclist]

It’s when I get comments like these that I wonder what the Hull I said in the video… 👍🏻

[@neilAneerGAmAI]

@@Sportivecyclist 2:29 😂

[@jendeclercq703]

can it make a rout by itself?

[@cludRobot]

Does ClimbPro on the Garmin Edge 530 not provide a huge boost over the Wahoo Elemnt Bolt?

[@Sportivecyclist]

No. It's a nice feature but not a huge boost over the BOLT.

[@shrkys4]

Very nice review! My venerable Edge 500 just bit it and I've ordered a new 530 to replace it. Do you know if the 500-age sensors (cadence and speed) will work with the 530? Can't seem to find an answer to this anywhere

[@Sportivecyclist]

Yes I think they should - assuming they use ant+ which I think Garmin always has (they own it).

[@shrkys4]

@@Sportivecyclist I know the heart rate monitor is ant+ but not sure about the others, will have to test and I'll revert with some info, cheers!

[@downundermtb4744]

So I should buy the element bolt v2 then?

[@Sportivecyclist]

Yes, assuming you don't need all the complex training and other software features on the Edge 530. I bought the new v2 BOLT on launch day and love it. Initial thoughts on the v1 to v2 upgrades here: www.sportivecyclist.com/wahoo-elemnt-bolt-v1-vs-v2-what-has-changed-and-which-is-better/

[@downundermtb4744]

@@Sportivecyclist Cool maybe an easy choice then..I’m new to Gravel biking,been watching a few of your videos and got myself interested in both Garmin and Wahoo..Couldn’t make my mind up..I was also trying to keep the price down with the outlay of sensors and unit..Just looking for accuracy within the unit. 👍 Nothing complex.. 👍 Wahoo it is.

[@marklenarc]

I did a 45 hour ride once... took me 3 days to complete it.

[@speedbird983]

subscribed!

[@siki-chan1674]

It actually has a USB still? Not USB-C ? :/

[@Sportivecyclist]

It’s 3 years old though. Next version will presumably have it given the new 1040 did.

[@Eevvgeny]

Like to all MAMLs

[@neilcarroll7258]

Does it have daily suggested workouts?

[@MatzeMumpitz]

It will handle Garmin Connects training plans, I guess: support.garmin.com/de-DE/?faq=o21H5a4cSU52FwFAy0R6Z5 (my 530 is still on the way to me)

[@rennexx0412]

Is it just me? I see green or I dunno red or pink or purple on the screen?

[@KOL630]

Apple needs to make a bike computer would boss all the competition. All this faffing with navigation would be made way easier if they used the same software as a live gps with rerouting, so if you went off course it simply rerouted you easily instead of having to turn around.

[@BrianRPaterson]

Nice idea. I'm sure it would be great. But I shudder to think what they'd charge for one. Plus the price of Apple Care to offset the high cost of servicing Apple products outside of the basic one year warranty. I still use Apple computers, but not their phones.

[@JamesCrandallPainting]

Try the veal 👍🏼

[@Sportivecyclist]

As long as it has been reared ethically

[@chrispictures1]

User interface is appalling,,,accuracy of elevation and steepness of climb,,,,also appalling... Everything you need to set up means pressing buttons a thousand times

[@bmwofboganville]

My Edge 530 stopped syncing, tried everything related to resetting Bluetooth settings, returned it and now waiting on a Wahoo Roam

[@Sportivecyclist]

Ah that’s a bummer. That’s historically been the Garmin issue: stability. A lot better now but as you’ve found, it still happens. That said, I did return my ELEMNT BOLT for a replacement device for a similar sort of issue, so it’s not restricted to one manufacturer. Fingers crossed the ROAM is good. I’ve got one bought - just need to start using it.

[@habershamjim]

Edge 530 vs Elemnt Bolt V2

[@Sportivecyclist]

On the list!!

[@habershamjim]

@@Sportivecyclist I'm going to purchase one or the other.

[@LaurensDebruyne]

@@Sportivecyclist Looking forward to it!

[@zeehyper7678]

Why do the British always do better reviews? 😊

[@LucasArts29]

Good review but why in the name of God are you screaming in the video from time to time? My cat just run away and couldn't handled when you were screaming... Pace, love and ride safe! 😎🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️

[@Sportivecyclist]

Someone sprayed deep heat on my balls.

[@mikearmstrong1796]

My old 510 has touchscreen. Garmin cheaping out and ripping us off

[@5lk101]

Where you mimicking Power Thirst commercials…….lol

[@Sportivecyclist]

I'm sure I would be if I knew what Power Thirst is. Is it like Irn Bru?

[@Weshwesh-o3g]

Not touch decision done !!

[@jeffreybarker357]

Thumbs up just for the comment about being too old for tight clothes.

[@maartenmulders5653]

I know it’s perhaps not as important, but why is the design so damn bad. The interface looks like crap.

[@jms493]

It’s a bike computer...we just need clear and accurate numbers/stats. Anything fancier would just eat up the battery. One day we will have AOLED screens when batteries are better. Alternatively you can always use your phone...but I prefer not.

[@maartenmulders5653]

@@jms493 I 100% agree with your statement and which is why i said what i said. Clarity, structure, readability, use of screen real estate and general user experience. No bells and whistles. The Garmin really looks bad in all those area’s.

[@jms493]

@@maartenmulders5653 I wouldn’t categorize it as bad...but it can definitely use improvement. Garmin likes to have lots of features and options...but with that comes complexity. it is a hard weight to balance. Wahoo definitely leans towards simplicity and less options. Just look at the Wahoo Rival watch.

[@tubemadrasa3524]

Note: Beware of buying a Garmin 530 because it is a pile of junk, it restarts itself automatically. I contacted the Garmin support team, and they didn't find any solution for me.fuck garmin

[@Dima-dc5mf]

Well, guys. What to choose: Garmin Edge 530 or Wahoo Elemnt Roam. Main goal: best possible routing, GPS etc.

[@Sportivecyclist]

Good topic for a future video. If you want a quick answer, perhaps others have a view. I’ll probably take a few months on this one...

[@kastallion]

Just wait for bolts successor

[@Roger101Watson]

Neither of those..Hammerhead Karoo2 is your best for routing, GPS, re-routing.

[@Dima-dc5mf]

@@Roger101Watson yes, I agree. But Karoo 2 is not available to order in my home country, so I bought a Garmin Edge 830 sensor bandle. Hope it's gonna be good for now.

[@Roger101Watson]

@@Dima-dc5mf I had an 830 and found it great aprt from navigation. Shame you can't get the Karoo2.

[@Sfs678]

🙏👌❣️

[@deansvitic6118]

😂👍

[@Sportivecyclist]

I try, Dean. Also I'm off the clarky cat now, so recent videos are slightly less 'amped'.

[@LoscoeLad]

di d you just try to enter my mouth in the intro? what a bizarre 2@

[@Sportivecyclist]

Not physically. If something like that happened I’d suggest contacting your IT vendor. The target channel vibe is bizarre 2@ so fanks!

[@newjawn9004]

I got to 2:57 and had to stop. Clearly you want to be the center of attention rather than the device being reviewed. That said, if some find you amusing, then I'm glad they enjoy it. Meanwhile, I'll look elsewhere for reviews of the Garmin 530.

[@Sportivecyclist]

Glad to be of help!

[@johnkirk1444]

I violently disagree with you, New Jawn, as I'm one who found this guy amusing, unique, and more, haha!! I watched right to the end in spite of getting all the information I needed well before the end of the video, as I was hilariously trying to analyse his unique and mesmerising style. Never encountered anyone else like him, and I mean that is a positive way. Now let me search for his other reviews for exactly the same reason, .....!!

[@howardroark4227]

mammal tech content lol

[@firminofire9895]

Jesus!! 😂🤣

[@s1914]

Had to stop watching after 8 minutes. Felt worn out.

[@Sportivecyclist]

You should try filming it. Exhausting.

[@shane4176]

To the dark web lol!!

[@bitelogger]

dark web 😱

[@FatherGorgony]

Are you ill?

[@Sportivecyclist]

Yes. A bad case of SUPER EXCITEMENT ABOUT BIKE GPS DEVICES!!

[@vincentvdl]

next time don't forget to take your ADHD meds

[@Sportivecyclist]

What you are witnessing Mr Wow is HIGH ENERGY! Jazz hands handy

[@lakemaniac]

You're a little too creepy my man.

[@Vic-sz4wx]

ADHD?

[@deanblair8888]

Annoying,...

[@Sportivecyclist]

Successful…

[@firminofire9895]

Jesus!! 😂🤣