Head to head

Magene L508 or Wahoo TRACKR RADAR: 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.

Magene L508, studio product shot

Magene L508

8,3/10

Main drawbackClaimed 19 h only with the light off

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Wahoo TRACKR RADAR, studio product shot

Wahoo TRACKR RADAR

7,8/10

Main drawbackMaximum battery life applies to low-intensity flashing

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By criterion

Comparison of Magene L508 and Wahoo TRACKR RADAR by criterion
Criterion Magene L508 Wahoo TRACKR RADAR
Detection range 7,1 8,1 advantage
Battery life 8,3 9,1 advantage
Detection angle 8,4 advantage 7,1

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?

Magene L508

Leads on 1 criterion of 3 compared

  • Cyclists with a compatible bike computer
  • Those seeking lightweight equipment
  • Radar-only use
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Wahoo TRACKR RADAR

Leads on 2 criteria of 3 compared

  • Cyclists using Wahoo ELEMNT
  • Long rides with low-intensity lighting
  • Bikes with round seatposts
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Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our methodology →

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