
User submitted reviews
Review by Anonymous
Touch screen is clear and easy yo use. Setting the display to personalized settings was simple.
Review by Anonymous
great stats and trailforks maps....what else do you need?
Review by Anonymous
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.
Review by Gary Sandel
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.
Review by Anonymous
Larger screen is great. Functionality and ease of use is also great. Loaded with features. A little on the pricey side.
Review by Mark
I am using this 530 edge on my training rides using the power meter and the lap controls to see my specific results.
Review by Car
Love how easy communication w/ strava app and all sensors (heart rate monitor and cadence sensor for me).
Review by Anonymous
It could have been better if the screen is a little bigger
Review by Anonymous
Have enjoyed this very much for better feedback.
Review by Bay area road man
I got the 520 Edge for Christmas 2018. Send out to repair USB connection last year and now the charging IC is broken. Probably beyond repair.
I loved it when it worked. Gone far to soon.
Review by CBI@PTY
Would have given it a 5 star review if it didn't have so much information that I don't need. Disabling windows so to be able just to use the main data I use!
Review by John
Functionally, a third grader could use this
Review by Dan
Im am truly enjoying my new Garmin 520 plus it does everything my 1000 did and much more.
Review by Tee
A great feature set for riding. I've been using this on road, gravel and mtb with specific and customizable profiles for each discipline. The maps are great, and I was impressed at how accurate the trail maps have been. This is my first bike computer having relied on my garmin watches in the past. I've since added a cadence sensor and hrm, both of which provide good info when connected to the 530. One feature I thought was goofy, but have had fun with after riding with it for a while, is the 'jump' recording in the MTB profile. Measures distance and hang time, which of course has translated to passing this around to see who can go the biggest. I was skeptical, but jumped during the sale and glad I did.
Review by MichaelY
Great quality instrument from Garmin. Connects to my devices/sensors very quickly. I love that I can use the speed sensor on the rear wheel of my road bike while it's on my trainer and get speed and distance data for my workouts. You can also run workouts on the 530 itself, while it's tracking your ride. Would def recommend to a friend!
Review by Jes Bakersfield
Use it to log my bike rides. It help me to keep track of workouts.
Review by Anonymous
I upgraded to the 530 because I appreciated it's functionality over my older 520. Lots of training dynamics data, maps galore should you want to consult them, and an easy-to-read screen. I prefer a smaller display than the 1030 range, more compact in cockpit and lighter. Good visual interface with Garmin Varia radar. Only drawback is that the battery may require more frequent recharging, depending how many features you activate.
Review by HalloweenEagleBike
The Edge 530 has been a great addition to my cycling. With the integration w Garmin Connect, its very easy to create training workouts, custom routes, and also more detailed performance stats from each of my rides. I've used it for both road, gravel, and mountain biking and its well suited for each discipline. The battery life is solid. I've only done 1 longer (5 hours) ride with it, but had no concerns of it dying somewhere along the way. Normally, I use it for several 60-90 minute rides a week and typically only charge it once every other week. It integrates seamlessly with all of my sensors (garmin speed and cadence), heart rate strap (garmin chest strap), and lights (garmin varia headlight, garmin varia radar). It has changed my cycling experience. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that periodically there are some small annoyances like auto downloads restarting your ride, but these are few and far between.
Review by Anonymous
This is my first GPS bike computer. It has taken a little time to learn, but it gets better with each ride.
Review by CO Biker
Great computer with many functions I am still learning to use. I bought it to sync with my rear radar/tail light. Works well on both MTB and Road bike using the mount with rubber connector bands. I still have to try mounting the extender on the road bike. Not certain if the extension mount will fit the larger oblong carbon road bars. I like the audible beep for the sharp curve notifications because I typically am not looking at the screen notifications when approaching a sharp switchback! the touch screen is great!