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Garmin Edge 1040, GPS Bike Computer, On and Off-Road, Spot-On Accuracy

  • 3.5 inch color touchscreen, plus buttons
  • 35 hours battery average life
  • GPS and speed sensor
  • Bluetooth and USB connectivity
  • Flush out-front mount and standard mount
  • Speed sensor, cadence sensor, heart rate monitor included
  • USB-A to USB-C cable included
  • 4.4 ounces

Last refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A GPS bike computer with a large color touchscreen, long battery life and a bundle of sensors, mounts and a heart rate strap. The mounting type field says wrist mount, which does not match a handlebar unit.

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ASIN: B09734C4CMModel: 010-02503-00Category: Cycling GPS Units

Overview

A road or off-road bike handlebar is where this computer goes, held by an out-front or standard mount. GPS and a speed sensor record the ride, and Bluetooth connects the sensors and other devices.

Choose it for a full bundle with a touchscreen, long battery life and the sensors and mounts already in the box. The limit is a thin listing, which gives no map, memory or water resistance details and names a wrist mount that does not match the contents.

Who it's for

A training cyclist logging rides and heart rate, or a rider mixing road and trail, will use the touchscreen and the included sensors. People who need documented maps, storage or water resistance, or who want a watch-style device, should check the maker's sheet.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Large color touchscreen
  • Long battery life
  • Sensors and strap in the bundle
  • Two mount options included
Cons
  • Map and storage details not listed
  • Mount field wrongly says wrist
  • Dimensions look like package size

Performance notes

GPS fixes position, while a speed sensor measures speed at the wheel, so readings hold up when satellite reception drops. Cadence and heart rate sensors add training data over Bluetooth. Buttons alongside the touchscreen give a way to operate the unit when a touch is awkward.

Where it stands among cycling gps units

  • #6 most-searched brand and model of the 18 cycling gps units lines we track (by search demand, not sales).

From the specs of the 15 cycling gps units we list; not a test result.

Specifications

Model010-02503-00
Dimensions & fit
Display size3.5 inches
Weight4.4 ounces
Item dimensions3"L x 5"W x 1"H
Power & efficiency
Battery life35 hours
Battery typeLithium Polymer
Construction & materials
ColorBlack
Compatibility & installation
ControlsButtons, Touchscreen
WiredBluetooth, USB
Included components
IncludedEdge 1040, flush out-front mount, standard mount, speed sensor, cadence sensor, heart rate monitor, tether, USB-A to USB-C cable, documentation
Warranty & support
Warranty1 year limited warranty
Other details
Display typecolor touchscreen
Sensor typesGPS Sensor, Speed Sensor

Frequently asked questions

Is the Garmin Edge 1040 a smartwatch?

No. It is a handlebar bike computer. The included components are bike mounts, speed and cadence sensors and a heart rate monitor, so the Wrist Mount in the mounting type field is an error.

Does the Garmin Edge 1040 come with sensors?

Yes. A speed sensor, a cadence sensor and a heart rate monitor are listed in the included components.

How does the Garmin Edge 1040 connect?

Over Bluetooth and USB, and a USB-A to USB-C cable is included.