Garmin Edge 820 Bike Computer

User Reviews

• The unit can pick up speed, cadence, and heart rate via the computer.
• Accurate in both speed and distance for a consistent source of information.
• Pairs well with Garmin’s Varia lights that can be controlled from your head unit.
• Battery life is long-lasting for use during your entire ride.

Expert Reviews

• Contains numerous features for those users who like high-tech computers.
• Round Trip Routing lets the computer create a route that is tailored for you, and provides you with turn-by-turn directions that are easy to follow.
• Features third-party metrics and graphics for compatibility.
• Compatible with ANT+ power meters for added performance.
• Able to use with WiFi, Bluetooth and ANT for easy connections.
• Quickly uploads to Strava for functionality as soon as you finish your ride.
• The ‘group track’ feature keeps connection even while riding in a pack.

User Reviews

• The features are very buggy which highly-limits the functionality and ease of use.
• The tracking feature is not easy to set up and can take a lot of time.
• Getting dirt and water on the screen can cause some malfunctions since it is a touch screen.
• The touch screen is difficult to use while cycling.
• The interface is slow, which makes it difficult to navigate through the screens.
• There are reports of users experiencing an “auto pause” problem even when at high speeds.
• The user face of this Garmin is frustrating to use, which will cause users to become annoyed.

Expert Reviews

• Expensive when compared to other options.
• Doesn’t have Bluetooth capabilities for extra functionality.
• The size of the touchscreen isn’t the best for use compared to smartphone or the Edge 1000, reducing ease-of-use.
• The navigation struggles to update if you go off-route during your ride.