Garmin Edge 530 review

It might lack the touch screen of its bigger siblings but the Edge 530 is no less capable

Garmin Edge 530
(Image credit: Garmin)
Cycling Weekly Verdict

The Edge 530 is quite possibly the best Garmin cycle computer ever produced. It might not have the touchscreen of the 830 or the smartphone stature of the 1030 but it does a devastating job of emulating and even equalling the performance and functionality of both of these computers, just for far less money. It’s also hard to find any of its competitors able to match it in terms of a price to feature ratio. If I were to nit-pick, the button position, size and feedback isn’t perfect but that really is the only thing holding it back.

Reasons to buy
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    Intuitive to use

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    Access to as much data as you could ever need

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    Customisable thanks to Connect IQ

Reasons to avoid
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    Size/tactility of buttons

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    Lack of in-depth navigational features

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The Garmin 5 series has historically been the more basic of the Edge GPS computers for those after performance orientated stats, with the more powerful Edge 8 and 10 devices the popular choice among those seeking navigational assistance at their handlebars. However, with the Edge 530, Garmin has upped its capabilities, bringing it closer to the range topping models available.

In fact, it's so capable, it may leave riders wondering if they'll ever need anything more advanced at all.

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