Edge 540 Bundle, GPS Bike Computer
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Web ID: 19213503Ratings & Reviews
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Solid step up from Edge 530
I upgraded to the 540 and appreciate its additional software features for training. The GPS is improved, as well as the menu navigation and setup. The battery definitely lasts longer and I love the new "main menu". You can set it up with as much or as little data fields and info as you want to see. I do have two complaints. The font on the menus is on the small side compared to the font size of the 530. The other issue is that the backlight is much too dark!! That is a definite problem. 90% on the 540 is still not as bright as 60% on the Edge 530! That is not cool. Overall, it's a good unit for a good price.
Customer review from Garmin
A bit of a learning curve,but I love it.
Switched from Wahoo Bolt to the 540, the features are amazing on the 540. I have Garmin radar and front lights as well as a Garmin Fenix 7, all work perfectly together.
Customer review from Garmin
Easy to use - no training required
I was looking for something that would not require me become a "software engineer" or "expert user". This thing actually works when you 1) hit the ON button and 2) the START button. Yes you can do fancy connections with your phone and a bunch of other crap i don't need. But the main reason i like this thing is that you can hit ON and START and then go biking !
Customer review from Garmin
Upgraded to Edge 840
I loved the Edge 540 so much that I regretted not getting the 840 instead. I ended up upgrading to the 840 for its touchscreen, enhanced ease of use, and the ability to navigate to specific addresses and intersections on the fly.
Customer review from Garmin
It's amazing how much data these provide
It's truly amazing how much data this bike computer can provide you. Not only helpful on the trail, but also very helpful for ride analytics after you get back home. The 540 interface takes a little getting used to how to navigate for some, but it's very similar to the button configuration on Garmin's Instinct series of watches and since I've been using those for years this was pretty intuitive for me to figure out. If it's new to you, take a little time learning how to navigate and it will quickly become second nature. You don't need more than what this computer provides. It's a great value.
Customer review from ExpertVoice.com
No Complaints
This is my first bike computer I’ve ever owned. I am certainly still learning how to operate the device but so far so good!
Customer review from Garmin
Issues
I purchased this item a couple of weeks ago due to the fact my Garmin 130 locked up in a loop (ride in progress, and will not back out), now, with the 540, very nice features....but...I have problems connecting with my Garmin power meter peddles, it wants to use the Trek Domane+ internal power meter, so again, I have to manually make sure before a ride it connects to peddles (the 130 did not do this), now also, it does NOT pick up or connect to the Garmin Vira tail light radar (again, it did with the 130)....I have spent hours trying to connect with no success, but still trying.
Customer review from Garmin
Response from Garmin
I'm sorry to hear you've been having some trouble with the Edge 540 and pairing. Our product support team would love to help you with this. You can reach them Monday through Friday 7a-7p CST at 800-800-1020.
Love the battery life of the Garmin 540!
Upgraded from a Garmin 520 and 820 Explore. Love the color display as well as the long lasting battery life! I've used the unit for several 40+ mile rides thus far and still have 50% battery life left. Something I couldn't do with my older units. I like the larger diplay and the climb profile features where it shows an upcoming climb and tracks where you are on the climb wrt percent-gradient.
Customer review from Garmin