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Garmin Edge® MTB GPS Bike Computer
Garmin’s first mountain-bike-specific GPS computer. Rugged Gorilla Glass + overmolded rubber buttons, 5Hz GPS recording, timing gates, enduro and downhill profiles, Trailforks with Forksight, MTB dynamics, 14-hour battery, just 58g. $399.99.
Our Take: The Edge MTB is the first Garmin cycling computer designed from the ground up for mountain biking — and it shows. At 58 grams with Corning Gorilla Glass and overmolded rubber buttons, it’s built to survive crashes, mud, rocks, and rain that would punish other computers. The 5Hz GPS recording captures trail lines with five times the detail of standard GPS, the timing gates feature turns any trail into a timed course, and the enduro/downhill profiles intelligently separate climbing and descending data. Trailforks with Forksight means you always know what’s ahead at every junction. At $399.99, it’s the most affordable current-generation Edge. The trade-offs are real, though. The 2.13-inch transflective display (240×320) is small — fine for data fields during a descent, but limiting for map reading and navigation. There’s no touchscreen, no Wi-Fi, no speaker, no Garmin Pay, and several training features found on other Edge models (Power Guide, Cycling Ability, Cycling Coach plans) are missing. If you ride primarily mountain bike and want a tough, compact, trail-focused computer at the best price, the Edge MTB is the clear choice. If you split time between road and trail, or need a bigger screen for navigation, consider the Edge 550 at $499.99 (larger 2.7″ screen, all x50 features, same MTB profiles) or the Edge 850 at $599.99 (touch + buttons, speaker, Garmin Pay). If battery life is paramount, the Edge 840 at $449.99 delivers 26 hours of demanding use — nearly double the MTB.
Why you’d choose this bike computer
- The first Garmin Edge designed specifically for MTB. Overmolded rubber buttons resist mud and grit. Corning Gorilla Glass survives rock strikes and crashes. Fibre-reinforced polymer body with silicone coating absorbs impacts. Replaceable mount system. Includes both handlebar and top tube mounts. Every design decision was made for trail durability.
- In enduro and downhill profiles, the Edge MTB records GPS position 5 times per second instead of the usual once per second. This captures the detail of every switchback, line choice, and braking point. Essential for comparing lines, analyzing technique, and understanding where time is gained or lost on a descent.
- Set up to 10 virtual split points on any trail. Real-time green/red feedback shows faster or slower vs. your best. Review split-by-split data on-device and in Garmin Connect. Turn your local trails into a personal race course with automatic timing. No external hardware needed — just GPS precision.
- Enduro mode tracks climbs and descents separately with manual lap control. Downhill mode automatically detects descents and ignores shuttle/chairlift time. eEnduro profile for eBike-assisted enduro riding. All three activate 5Hz GPS recording during descents for maximum trail detail.
- Preloaded Trailforks maps worldwide — no subscription required. Forksight mode displays upcoming trail names, difficulty ratings, elevation profiles, and distance to return to start as you approach each junction. Post-ride trail breakdown summarizes the difficulty of every trail ridden.
- At 50.4×77.8×19.8 mm and just 58 grams, the Edge MTB is dramatically smaller and lighter than any other Edge with maps. The compact form minimizes cockpit clutter and reduces crash damage risk. Low profile on the handlebar or tucked on the top tube.
- Built-in accelerometer and gyroscope track jump count, jump distance, hang time, Grit (trail difficulty score), and Flow (descent smoothness score). No external sensor required. Gives you quantifiable feedback on technical riding skills that improve over time.
- The lowest-priced Edge in Garmin’s current lineup. $100 less than the Edge 550, $200 less than the Edge 850. Gets 5Hz GPS, Trailforks, timing gates, enduro/downhill profiles, and GroupRide — features that until recently were only on the flagship Edge 1050.
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Who this computer is perfect for
- Enduro and downhill mountain bikers who want timing gates, 5Hz GPS, and automatic descent tracking in a crash-resistant package.
- Trail riders who want Trailforks with Forksight to know what’s ahead at every junction without pulling out a phone.
- Riders who want the smallest, lightest, toughest Edge with full-color maps and GPS navigation for $399.99.
- Mountain bikers who ride in mud, rain, and rough terrain and need overmolded buttons and Gorilla Glass they can trust.
- Gravity riders who want Grit, Flow, jump count, jump distance, and hang time metrics built-in with no external sensors.
You may prefer a different Edge if…
- You need a bigger screen for road navigation and want all x50 features (buttons only) → Edge 550 at $499.99
- You want battery life that lasts multi-day tours (26h demanding) with touchscreen → Edge 840 at $449.99
- You want touch + buttons, speaker, Garmin Pay, and the bright screen → Edge 850 at $599.99
All Variants
| Model | MPN | UPC | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edge MTB | 010-02993-00 | 753759356583 | $399.99 |
How the Edge MTB Compares
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| Feature |
Edge MTB★ This Product
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Edge 550Buttons / All-Road
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Edge 840Touch + Buttons
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Edge 850Premium Compact
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display Size?Screen diagonal measurement. | 2.13″ | 2.7″ | 2.6″ | 2.7″ |
| Display Type?Screen technology. | Transflective TFT | Transmissive LCD | Transflective TFT | Transmissive LCD |
| Resolution?Pixel count. | 240×320 | 420×600 | 246×322 | 420×600 |
| Gorilla Glass?Scratch/impact-resistant glass. | Yes | No | No | No |
| Touchscreen?Touch-based input. | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Physical Buttons?Hardware button controls. | 7 (overmolded) | Yes (7) | Yes (7) | Yes (7) |
| Speaker / Bike Bell?Built-in speaker for audio. | No | No (beeper) | No (beeper) | Yes |
| Garmin Pay?Contactless payments. | No | No | No | Yes |
| Cycling Coach Plans?Free adaptive training plans. | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Smart Fueling Alerts?Nutrition/hydration reminders. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| ClimbPro?See remaining climbs and grades. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Guide?Power targets throughout a course. | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Stamina Insights?How much energy is left. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Ratio Analysis?Post-ride gear usage data. | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| GroupRide Data?Live comparison with riding group. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Feature |
Edge MTB★ This Product
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Edge 550Buttons / All-Road
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Edge 840Touch + Buttons
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Edge 850Premium Compact
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi-Band GNSS?Multi-frequency satellite positioning. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 5Hz GPS Recording?5 samples/sec for descents. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Preloaded Maps?Built-in cycling/topo maps. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Trailforks Integration?MTB trail maps built-in. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Forksight?Trail fork preview info. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Timing Gates?Virtual split points on trails. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Enduro Profile?Climb/descent lap tracking. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Downhill Profile?Auto-detects descents, ignores lifts. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| eEnduro Profile?eBike-assisted enduro. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| MTB Dynamics?Grit, Flow, jumps, hang time. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Road Hazard Alerts?Warnings from Garmin users. | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Weather Radar Overlay?Live rain/wind on map. | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Feature |
Edge MTB★ This Product
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Edge 550Buttons / All-Road
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Edge 840Touch + Buttons
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Edge 850Premium Compact
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| Battery — Demanding?Heavy use with nav + sensors. | 14 hrs | 12 hrs | 26 hrs | 12 hrs |
| Battery — Saver Mode?Reduced functionality for max life. | 26 hrs | 36 hrs | 42 hrs | 36 hrs |
| Dimensions?Physical size (W×H×D). | 50.4×77.8×19.8 mm | 54.6×92.2×16.8 mm | 57.8×85.1×19.6 mm | 54.6×92.2×16.8 mm |
| Weight?Device weight. | 58g (2.0 oz) | ~110g | 85g | 112g |
| Rugged Build?Impact-resistant design. | Yes (Gorilla Glass + overmold) | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Storage?Internal flash memory. | 32 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Charging?Port type. | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
| Wi-Fi?Wireless sync/updates. | No | No | Yes | No |
| Water Rating?Water resistance. | IPX7 | IPX7 | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Connectivity?Wireless protocols. | ANT+, BLE | ANT+, BLE, Wi-Fi | ANT+, BLE, Wi-Fi | ANT+, BLE, Wi-Fi |
| Varia Radar/Camera?Compatible with Varia system. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Incident Detection?Auto crash alert to contacts. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Top Tube Mount?Included top tube mount option. | Yes | No | No | No |
| Price?MSRP. | $399.99 | $499.99 | $449.99 | $599.99 |
Where does the Edge MTB fit in the Garmin Edge lineup?
★ You Are Here — Edge MTB
- $399.99
- The trail specialist. Smallest (50.4×77.8 mm), lightest (58g), toughest (Gorilla Glass + overmold) Edge in the lineup. 5Hz GPS, timing gates, enduro/downhill profiles, Trailforks with Forksight. 7 overmolded buttons, 2.13″ screen, 14h battery. MTB + top tube mounts included. No touchscreen, no Wi-Fi, no speaker. Purpose-built for gravity and trail riding.
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All-Road with MTB — Edge 550
- $499.99
- Same MTB profiles (enduro, downhill, 5Hz GPS, timing gates, Trailforks) plus a larger 2.7″ transmissive LCD (420×600, 1,000 nits), Cycling Coach, weather radar, and Wi-Fi. Standard buttons (not overmolded), no Gorilla Glass. $100 more. Better for road/trail riders who want the bright screen and fuller feature set.
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Battery Champion — Edge 840
- $449.99
- Best battery (26h demanding, solar option). Touch + 7 buttons, 2.6″ transflective display. Has MTB Dynamics but lacks 5Hz GPS, enduro/downhill profiles, timing gates, and Trailforks. $50 more. Best for long-distance riders who occasionally hit trails.
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Premium Compact — Edge 850
- $599.99
- The everything Edge. 2.7″ transmissive LCD, touchscreen + 7 buttons, speaker with bike bell, Garmin Pay, all MTB profiles, Cycling Coach, 64 GB. $200 more than the MTB. For riders who want the brightest screen, every feature, and don’t need the MTB’s extreme ruggedness.
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Edge MTB — Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Edge MTB different from the Edge 550?
The Edge MTB is purpose-built for mountain biking. It has a smaller, more rugged body (50.4×77.8×19.8 mm, 58g vs. 54.6×92.2×16.8 mm, ~110g), overmolded rubber buttons that resist mud and grit, Corning Gorilla Glass for crash resistance, and includes both an MTB handlebar mount and a top tube mount in the box. The Edge 550 has a larger 2.7-inch transmissive LCD (420×600, 1,000 nits) vs. the MTB’s 2.13-inch transflective TFT (240×320). The 550 adds Cycling Coach plans, on-device weather radar overlays, road surface type, and Wi-Fi. Both share 5Hz GPS, Trailforks with Forksight, timing gates, enduro/downhill profiles, and GroupRide. The 550 costs $499.99 vs. $399.99 for the MTB.
Does the Edge MTB have a touchscreen?
No. The Edge MTB uses 7 overmolded rubber buttons exclusively. No touchscreen. This is a deliberate design choice: buttons work reliably with muddy gloves, in rain, and resist accidental presses during rough descents. The overmolded rubber seals out mud and grit that can work into traditional button mechanisms.
Is the Edge MTB only for mountain biking?
No. It has road, gravel, indoor, and eBike profiles in addition to the MTB-specific enduro, downhill, and eEnduro profiles. It tracks VO2 max, training status, recovery time, and supports structured workouts. However, some features found on other Edge models are missing: no Power Guide, no Cycling Ability classification, no Wi-Fi, and no ClimbPro Explore (it does have standard ClimbPro). If you ride mostly road and occasionally trail, the Edge 550 or 840 may be a better all-rounder.
How tough is the Edge MTB?
Very tough. The display uses Corning Gorilla Glass for scratch and impact resistance. The body is fibre-reinforced polymer with a silicone overmold coating. All 7 buttons are overmolded rubber to seal out mud, grit, and debris. IPX7 water resistance (submersion to 1m for 30 minutes). The mount is designed to be replaceable if damaged in a crash. At 58g, it’s also light enough that a crash impact carries less force than a heavier unit.
What are timing gates?
Timing gates let you place up to 10 virtual split points along a trail. Once set, the Edge MTB automatically records split times each time you ride through them. Real-time feedback shows green (faster) or red (slower) vs. your previous best. This turns any trail into a personal race course with instant delta times — useful for training, line optimization, and unofficial race practice. Requires 5Hz GPS mode (enduro or downhill profiles).
What’s in the box?
Edge MTB GPS bike computer, MTB handlebar mount (out-front/over-stem, adjustable), top tube mount with strap, tether, USB-C charging/data cable, and documentation. The top tube mount is a new design that can bolt to frame bosses or strap to tubes. No heart rate monitor, speed, or cadence sensors included — sold separately.
How does the battery life compare?
The Edge MTB gets 14 hours in demanding use and 26 hours in battery saver mode. That’s comparable to the Edge 550 and 850 (12h/36h) in demanding use but shorter in saver mode. The Edge 840 has the best battery at 26h demanding / 42h saver. For most trail riding sessions (2–6 hours), the MTB’s 14 hours is more than sufficient. Multi-day bikepacking with navigation may require overnight charging or a power bank.
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