Bryton takes aim at Garmin and Wahoo - Bryton Rider S500 GPS Cycling Computer Review feat. USB-C

Bryton is well known for their high-value GPS computers and large portfolio of models that range from entry-level computers to aerodynamic computers. With the new Sport line of cycling computers, Bryton is shifting their focus to the high-end road cycling market with improved hardware and training functionality. The Bryton S500 is the first computer to be offered in the Sport line and replaces the Rider 750 as their top-of-the-line model. With a retail price of $299.95 or $375.95 with sensors, the S500 undercuts equivalent Garmin and Wahoo GPS computers while offering more features. The large 2.4” screen of the S500 boasts a responsive color LCD screen with navigation and routing functionality.
The S500 is also one of the first Bryton computers to offer USB Type-C charging, 24 hour run-time, and include an integrated ambient light sensor to adjust the screen brightness automatically. To better cater to cyclists, Bryton has updated the software to offer more interactive displays and training metrics. For those that enjoy climbing, the new Climb Challenge feature provides graphical views of climbing segments for an active route. The S500 can also be used with smart trainers for indoor workouts or even virtually replay previously recorded rides. At least on paper, the S500 offers much more than a simple update of the Rider 750 computer.
As with all Bryton computers, the S500 uses Bryton’s quarter turn style mount directly integrated into the base of the GPS computer. It’s nearly visually identical to a Garmin quarter turn style puck but uses thicker tabs that unfortunately make it incompatible with Garmin mounts. Bryton includes two options with S500 for mounting - their metal out-front Sport mount as well as a simple plastic handlebar mount. The Sport mount is an aluminum one sided out-front mount that is well designed and places the S500 directly in front of your stem. It’s impressive to see Bryton include the mount with the computer as it retails for $29.95 alone. Bryton also includes a simple O-ring style handlebar mount for placement on your stem or handlebar. Note, Bryton also sells a $12.95 adapter to convert the S500 to a standard Garmin mount which we highly recommend if you have an existing Garmin style out-front mount you’d prefer to use such as the Topeak UTF Mount...
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00:00 Intro
00:11 Unboxing + Specs
03:54 Fit + Finish
06:59 Initial Setup
12:29 On The Road
14:05 Bryton Active App
19:13 The Final Score
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[@janmckinnon5546]

Awesome information and content. Thank you so much. After watching your review, I think this is the one for me!

[@PBFvanderTuuk]

great, thanx!

[@koenlindeboom7292]

thanks man!

[@VincentForDesign]

I want to thank you for making this detailed video, many would just stop at the surface information, it you went out and show how it works on bike. Your video convinced me this is the one.
However, I have a question. In your Cons, you mentioned navigation can have false turn notifications, is it still the case after one year? (Assuming they release software updates)

[@ThePsychonaut]

@TheSweetCyclists So does the climb feature works only for saved routes ? or does it actually detects a climb when you just ride without following a saved route ? Please respond !

[@TheSweetCyclists]

This is a traditional climb challenge feature based on a loaded route. Newer Wahoo / Garmin computers have added real-time climb challenge which is cool feature.

[@pedalprogression]

Do you know if this will charge whilst in use?

[@TheSweetCyclists]

Yes, you can use the S500 while charging. However, the USB-C port is right next to the mount on the backside of the GPS so it would be a tight fit to connect a USB cable while the computer is on a mount.

[@waynep1178]

All I want is a map to show me how to travel. Not sure I like this 1

[@TheSweetCyclists]

If you're really looking for a simple navigation computer I'd recommend checking out the Beeline Velo 2 - th-cam.com/video/CRt-aIWRxRI/w-d-xo.html. It's very simple with just arrows and a round display without all the extra data fields and features.