Head to head
Garmin Varia RTL515 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.
Garmin Varia RTL515
7,6/10
Main drawbackDetection limited to 140 m, with no guarantee of comprehensive coverage
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By criterion
| Criterion | Garmin Varia RTL515 | Magene L508 |
|---|---|---|
| Detection range | 7,1 | 7,1 |
| Battery life | 7,3 | 8,3 advantage |
| Weight | 7,7 | 9,2 advantage |
| Detection angle | 8,4 | 8,4 |
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?
Garmin Varia RTL515
Leads on 0 criteria of 4 compared
- Cyclists seeking information about traffic behind them
- Garmin Edge 1030 users
- Varia app users
Magene L508
Leads on 2 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 →