The Edge 830 does everything that I was after in a bike computer. Simple to use and provides great feedback.
My new 520 computer is great except that the unlit contrast is not adjustable.
I stepped up from a Garmin 500. The display was smaller, but I could see it. Riding in the sunlight with sunglasses and I cannot see the display. It's back in a shadow. I could look across to the rider's 520 next to me and it was easily visible. I could read his, but because of Sun angle, couldn't read my own.
The old 500 didn't have such problems. I dont' know what the difference is. But the 520 is not as good for me in this respect. The computer is great . . . .just don't expect it to be easy to see the display in bright sunlight.
Living in Nebraska & riding outdoors year-round, it was important to me that my new computer had real buttons. Due to size & features I wanted with a HR, speed, & cadence bundle, it came down to the 520 or the Wahoo Elemnt Bolt. Frankly, although the Bolt pushes it's aero look & advantages, the 520 was the better dealespecially considering having to buy the out-front mounts. So far the 520 has proven to live up to the reviewsno fuss, functional, reliable. I'm most pleased with it. Now to get add a power meter to the mix...
To tell me how fast I am riding and the time riding ant the total difference gone.
Nicest bike computer I've ever owned, does it all and more. Highly recommend it.
I hate to say that I have not had time to learn all it can do! But as a bike computer, it is awesome. Easy to read and customize. Can't wait to start using the navigation components!
I like the fact that it has a very long battery life so I can now use my phone as a phone not a tracker.
Edge 520 is more straight forward bike computer than other touch screen based models. I find touch screen very difficult to use while riding. It was easy to setup with a road bike and a mountain bike. It switches between two bikes with no fuss. The computer recognizes two sets of speed and cadence sensors with no issues. I'm very happy with the choice.
Used for long distance riding.
Touch screen is clear and easy yo use. Setting the display to personalized settings was simple.
Great upgrade from the 520 which only fault was battery life. Typical Garmin learning curve needed.
great stats and trailforks maps....what else do you need?
Enough features for this novice cyclist. User guide could do better for linking speed & cadence sensors but after-market on-line help is available and very helpful.
Easy to use. Very reliable..user friendly
I like this product. It does pretty much everything I would want except serve pizza!
I use it every time I ride my bike either on the road or my trainer. And now I am planning to use it on my runs too. So far, I have not seen any flaws yet.
I loved the product, it brings just enough to go out on a bicycle
For most of us this computer has everything that we need
Larger screen is great. Functionality and ease of use is also great. Loaded with features. A little on the pricey side.
Does what it is suppose to do. Long battery life, syncs up quickly, lots of features.
