Head to head
BBB Cycling Signal Radar BLS-251 or Garmin Varia RTL515: which should you choose?
Comparison of the two bike radars using our catalogue's scoring criteria, value by value. Scores are relative to all the models we have analysed.
BBB Cycling Signal Radar BLS-251
7,8/10
Main drawbackDetection does not replace a visual check
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Garmin Varia RTL515
7,6/10
Main drawbackDetection limited to 140 m, with no guarantee of comprehensive coverage
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| Criterion | BBB Cycling Signal Radar BLS-251 | Garmin Varia RTL515 |
|---|---|---|
| Detection range | 9 advantage | 7,1 |
| Battery life | 6,8 | 7,3 advantage |
| Weight | 6,9 | 7,7 advantage |
| Light output | 9,2 advantage | 7,7 |
| Detection angle | 7,1 | 8,4 advantage |
A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage: our scores are relative to the catalogue, and using them to pick a winner would imply a level of precision we cannot offer.
Which is right for you?
BBB Cycling Signal Radar BLS-251
Leads on 2 criteria of 5 compared
- Cyclists with a compatible Garmin
- Android smartphone users
- iOS smartphone users
Garmin Varia RTL515
Leads on 3 criteria of 5 compared
- Cyclists seeking information about traffic behind them
- Garmin Edge 1030 users
- Varia app users
Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our methodology →