Bryton Rider 100 GPS Cycling Computer

I've been using this meter for a little over a year. When I got it at first, I was curious about accuracy and I compared its records to my phone's Android Strava app records and they're similar enough. So I kept using it and got the heart rate monitor strap to use with it. I hadn't used a HRM since the mid 90s and forgot how useful it is to keep energy in reserves on longer rides or rides with extended climbing.Some people have complained about downloading their files. I use the USB cord and download them to laptop, then upload them on Strava's site as a manual file upload. Works every time.The outlet for USB cable is tiny and this is a light electronic device. It helps to be careful when inserting or removing the USB cable - don't twist on it, don't let the cable lever against the computer. Hold the computer tight and be gentle with the cable. I've downloaded files hundreds of times and don't have a single issue with durability.I don't rely on the Bluetooth function for data uploads, but I did test it once and it worked okay. I just find the USB cable transfer method preferable.As to battery life, I average 2.5-3.5 hrs per ride and charge the computer maybe every 3d ride, without checking battery power remaining.Also, I noticed on a couple of night rides this year that the display has a backlight, so you can see it after the sun goes down.

I'll admit it upfront, I am blown away by this computer. For the last year or so I have been using my phone and the Strava app which works pretty well overall. My only problems with it were 1) screen shuts off after 30 seconds so no live data 2) significant potential for damage to my spendy phone. Whether it falls from the mount, rain or a crash I'm still out a $700 phone. So I was looking for a good computer for the bike.I do have a cheap Schwinn wired computer installed but it is really only used as a speedometer and a clock.I was originally looking at the Garmin Edge series but the cost was just a bit high. Especially since it isn't something that I would use every day. One feature I really wanted was GPS tracking to upload to Strava. I've set a goal for mileage this year and that is how I keep track of it. I know I can enter just time and distance but it keeps me motivated to view and compare segments over time.So the Rider 100 shows up in my recommendations. A bit leery of it at first as I have had a couple of bad experiences in the past with asian knock off products. So a full featured GPS computer for $65? Really? I did some research, although there is very little on the Rider 100 and not much for the Rider 310 outside of Amazon reviews. The YouTube videos do little to shed light on function. Most of the reviews that I found were from sites outside of the US. On the plus side, most were positive.So the unit itself. It is small compared to the Garmin unit. The screen is under 2" diagonal. Even so it is very easy to read. I don't have an issue when not wearing my glasses. Nice large numbers and a simple, clear display (as seen in the item picture.) Some of the smaller icons like GPS signal and battery are hard to see. Not a big issue for me.Setup is straight forward, but READ THE INSTRUCTIONS! Not the medicine bottle printed ones in the box in all known languages, but download them from the Bryton Sport site. [...] Way better and more detailed. Took me less than five minutes to get it done. If you have never setup a cycling computer before you may want to get some help. If your familiar with most big-box store level computers it is a snap. I messed with some of the settings just to see how they work but elected to go with the defaults. You can do a basic profile (height, weight, gender, etc) although, like just about every other exercise computer, it does really do much. Outside of giving rough guesstimates on calories. Useless but harmless.I won't go over the GPS tracking, as it's GPS tracking. Just like your phone or car. I will say this model does not do live tracking or maps on the screen. The GPS data is saved in a file that you will have to upload to the Bryton site to view. I say that for a reason. If you, like myself, use a site like Stava to track your riders you will first have to setup an account on the Bryton site, upload the file there, convert it for export and then upload to Strava. Sounds like a lot, I know, but it usually takes me less than two minutes for the whole process. Or if I'm being honest, the Bryton site is great if you don't already have an account somewhere else. Works just fine and has a lot of really cool features. I didn't want to give up two years of data so I elect to export mine. Well, actually, it's on both sites.I purchased the base model as I wanted to see if I liked it and now I'm wishing I had ordered the one with cadence and heart rate sensors. You can get them separately but it will cost you a bit more to do it separate. I will definitely be getting the cadence sensor and probably HR at some point down the road. I am anticipating that they will be as solid and well built as the computer itself.Note that while it is advertised with Bluetooth and ANT+ it will only work with ANT+ sensors. The Bluetooth will connect to phone or tablet. So the Wahoo Blue SC (BT only model) will not work with this. There is a newer version of the Wahoo unit that includes ANT+. So make sure you get sensors with ANT+.Overall this unit is brilliant. I couldn't be happier with it and look forward to getting years of use from my Rider 100. Then I'll buy another one.

So far after a few days of use I can say this is hands down a great product. No issues whatsoever. I love that the very first time I went for a ride and forgot to start recoding the ride, it alerted me wothin the first 100 yards asking if I wanted to start the ride. Why yes I did!This is a much better product than their low cost gps competitor, the Wahoo RFLKT. The Bryton spits out immediate updates via gps which means your speed is updated within 1 second of a change in pace, not 2-3 seconds like the wahoo I was using previously. The rechargeable battery will last plenty long, even with the backlight on. And in regards to the backlight, one really nice feature is the device knows when to turn it on and off. Their low cost competitor wahoo doesn't do this (nor does it have a rechargeable battery.One feature I fell in love with on the Wahoo was the customizable screens. I was very happy to see that Bryton incorporate this as well. Great feature to have.Overall, I don't believe anything was overlooked wen this product was designed. It connects easily with your phone to download the data after your ride and also connects to all Ant+ devices, which I plan to add in the near future.I really don't know why people would spend $100's on a Garmin when this does 99% of what those do for well under $100. I'd gladly save that money and upgrade my bike. Thanks Bryton for a great product so far. Will update if any negatives in the near future.

I was attracted by the very low price of this unit for a GPS cycling computer. Unfortunately, you get way you pay for. The micro-usb charging port broke after just over 4 months of light use and probably 5 to 6 charges. The unit will now not charge and is completely useless.Rating this 2 stars rather than 1 because it worked quite well during the first 4 months. The unit seems accurate, is easy to use, and battery life seemed pretty decent.This is very cheaply made computer and I'm amazed it broke after such light use. Would strongly recommend people avoid this brand.

I'm very happy with this unit. It's smaller them mist leading brands but for the cost it works very well