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This post with videos compares 7 of the best bike computers available, ranging from budget to premium. There are so many great bike computers that choosing one can be overwhelming. This post will help you figure out what works for your needs. It includes a handy comparison chart<\/strong> of the features of each bike computer. These bike computers made the list for one of two reasons: either because they are really cheap yet can do the essential functions<\/strong>; or because they offer an impressive range of features<\/strong>. First, check out our quick price comparison, and then read on for the details of all the functions you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t
Our Picks for the 7 Best Bike Computers<\/center><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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Cateye Velo 9 - around $30 - click to check current price on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
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Garmin Edge 530 - around $300 - click here to check current price on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
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Bryton Rider 15 Neo - around $70 - click here to check current price on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
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Garmin Edge 130 Plus - around $200 - click here to check current price on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
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Garmin Edge 840 - around $450 - click to check current price on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
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CatEye Strada Wireless - around $65 - click here to check current price on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
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Cateye Padrone - around $55 - click here to check current price on Amazon<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

Chart Comparing 7 of the Best Bike Computers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
Bike Computer<\/th>
Overview<\/th>
What it does - Features<\/th>
Price<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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No. 1: CATEYE VELO 9<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
Best Cheap but Very Capable and Popular Option<\/strong>

Wired<\/td>		• Current, average, and maximum speed;
\n• trip distance;
\n• elapsed time; and
\n• odometer.
\n• The CatEye Velo 9 is an upgrade on an old favorite. <\/strong>The upgrade features a larger screen; simplified setup with pre-programmed tire sizes; calorie consumption; and carbon offset measurement.
\n• Features simple 1-button operation.
\n• Mount with a supplied universal bracket.
\n• Automatically pauses when you stop at stop streets or red lights.
\n• Simple set-up with pre-programmed tire sizes.
\n• Battery lasts up to 3 years!<\/td>		Wired Option:
Wireless Option: <\/strong>Around $10 to $20 more - Please click here for current price<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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No. 2: GARMIN EDGE 530<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
Best Premium Bike Computer<\/strong>

Wireless<\/td>		• Smart Bluetooth & ANT+ connectivity to connect to sensors.
\n• Current, average, & maximum speed;
\n• trip distance;
\n• total distance;
\n• elapsed time;
\n• time of day;
\n• calories burned;
\n• GPS tracking;
\n• elevation changes;
\n• live tracking;
\n• smart alerts;
\n• new advanced performance & power analysis.
\n• Advanced training features.
\n• Turn-by-turn directions to Saved Places, places found on Yelp, and downloaded routes.
\n• Preloaded with Garmin Cycle Maps.
\n• Twice as fast as previous Edge computers.
\nNew features:<\/strong>
\n• ClimbPro;
\n• Mountain Biking Metrics, and fully integrated Trailforks app;
\n• new Performance Metrics;
\n• Water & calorie requirements;
\n• Better Structured Workouts;
\n• Bike Alarm; and more.
\n• Longer battery life. <\/td>		Around $300, but please click here for current price on Amazon<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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No. 3: BRYTON RIDER 15 NEO<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
Best Premium Bike Computer at a Super Budget Price<\/strong>

Wireless. Attractive option if you want to start quantifying & analyzing data, at an amazingly low price<\/td>		Big screen; battery life up to 16 hours; easy smart Bluetooth connectivity; GPS; Wateproof; 3 satellite systems: GPS, Galileo (Europe) and QZSS (Japan); turn-by-turn navigation (for downloaded courses); smart notifications; uploads to community of choice, such as Strava; compatible with heart rate monitors, speed and cadence sensors; customizable data pages; download training plans; 2 different activity profiles; 2\u201d crystal clear, high contrast display with built-in brightly illuminated backlight; weighs less than an oz (28 g). <\/td> <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Garmin Edge 130 Plus<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
Smallest GPS-enabled Bike Computer in the World<\/strong>. Most of the features of premium Garmin Edge bike computers, but much more affordable.

Wireless<\/td>		Current, average, and maximum speed, trip distance, total distance, elapsed time, time of day, calories burned, GPS tracking of routes, elevation changes, ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity so you can connect it to other devices, such as a cadence and speed sensor or a heart rate monitor<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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No. 5: GARMIN EDGE 840<\/strong><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>
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Quite simply the Best Premium Bike Computer in the world right now. <\/strong>Premium training features, and also has Full-Featured Navigation and the most accurate GPS ever seen on a bike computer. And a solar option too. You control this bike computer with an excellent touchscreen AS WELL AS seven buttons, and an updated, user-friendly interface. Plus you can configure it on your phone, not just on the unit itself. <\/strong>

Wireless<\/td>		Brand new features: Multi-Band GNSS\/GPS (Global Navigation Satellite System\/Global Positioning System); Event Goals; Adaptive Coaching; ClimbPro FreeRide and ClimbPro Explore; Cycling Ability and Course Demands; Type-Specific Maps; Forksight Mode within Trailforks App; Power Guide\/Stamina Insights; Up Ahead Waypoints; and Real Time Stamina. Plus the usual vast smorgasbord of premium training and navigation features: Current, average, & maximum speed; trip distance; total distance; elapsed time; time of day; calories burned; GPS tracking; elevation changes; live tracking; smart alerts; new advanced performance & power analysis. Advanced training features. Premium navigation with ability to chart courses on the bike, and give you turn-by-turn directions. Preloaded with Garmin Cycle Maps. Twice as fast as previous Edge computers. New features: ClimbPro; Mountain Biking Metrics, and fully integrated Trailforks app; new Performance Metrics; Water & calorie requirements; Better Structured Workouts; Bike Alarm; and more. Longer battery life. Smart Bluetooth & ANT+ connectivity to connect to sensors<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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No. 6: CATEYE STRADA WIRELESS<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/td>
Best Cheap WIRELESS Bike Computer<\/strong>

Wireless<\/td>		Current, average, and maximum speed; trip distance; second-trip distance; total distance; elapsed time; and time of day. Very durable. Lightweight. Easy to use with buttons at base<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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No. 7: CATEYE PADRON<\/a><\/strong><\/center><\/td>
Best Budget Bike Computer with a Large Screen<\/strong>

Wireless <\/td>		Current, average, and maximum speed; trip distance; total distance; programmable odometer; new stopwatch feature; super large display<\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n
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