Head to head
BBB Cycling Signal Radar BLS-251 or Magene L508: 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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By criterion
| Criterion | BBB Cycling Signal Radar BLS-251 | Magene L508 |
|---|---|---|
| Detection range | 9 advantage | 7,1 |
| Battery life | 6,8 | 8,3 advantage |
| Weight | 6,9 | 9,2 advantage |
| 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 1 criterion of 4 compared
- Cyclists with a compatible Garmin
- Android smartphone users
- iOS smartphone users
Magene L508
Leads on 3 criteria of 4 compared
- Cyclists with a compatible bike computer
- Those seeking lightweight equipment
- Radar-only use
Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our methodology →