Garmin Edge 130 Plus vs Wahoo Elemnt Bolt 3
Buy the Garmin Edge 130 Plus if you want the smallest, lightest computer with a barometric altimeter, ClimbPro and incident detection, and you ride mostly 2-3 hour sessions. Buy the Wahoo Elemnt Bolt 3 if you want a bigger color screen, roughly 20 hours of battery, USB-C and a more polished setup and navigation experience. The Garmin is the tougher, simpler unit for short rides and mountain biking metrics; the Bolt 3 is the better all-round computer for long days and racing.
- Choose the Garmin Edge 130 Plus if you want a compact, rugged unit with a barometric altimeter, ClimbPro and crash alerts, and you rarely ride more than a few hours at a time.
- Choose the Wahoo Elemnt Bolt 3 if you want a larger high-contrast color screen, about 20 hours of battery, USB-C charging and easier route setup.
Prices
- Garmin Edge 130 Plus: $199.99 at DICK'S Sporting Goods (last seen Nov 5)
- Wahoo Elemnt Bolt 3: $262.49 at Backcountry.com (checked today)
- Difference: the Garmin Edge 130 Plus is $62.50 cheaper than the Wahoo Elemnt Bolt 3 at the latest prices (Nov 5 and Nov 10)

