Bryton · Updated July 2026
Bryton Rider S500: price, specs & release date
The Bryton Rider S500 costs $299, #6 cheapest of 18 bike computers (median $365). It earns a Silver Deskmark — 39/100 pay-blind standing, #6 of 18 in class.
Verified Jul 10, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Reliable sensor pairing and accurate core data display; Strong real-world battery life (43% left after 13.5 hrs).
- Skip if Cannot reroute / do meaningful navigation without phone + app open is a dealbreaker.
Bryton Rider S500, released 2022. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: global.brytonsport.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
Is the Bryton Rider S500 a good buy?
At $299, the Bryton Rider S500 is #6 cheapest of the 18 bike computers we track, where the median is $365. On the spec sheet, its display size of 2.4 in is below the median of the 18, its battery life hours of 24 is above the median of the 18, and its weight of 87 g is below the median of the 17.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on record1 tested · 1 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 2 physical metrics — battery and drop test height. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Bryton Rider S500
Two whitelisted testers reviewed this exact model: Cycling Weekly's extended hands-on test and DC Rainmaker's explicit single first-ride. Both praise reliable sensor pairing and accurate core data display; Cycling Weekly additionally reports strong battery life (43% left after 13.5 hrs). Both criticize navigation that cannot reroute without a phone, a clunky UI, and unrefined maps. No RTINGS/Notebookcheck lab bench exists.
Tested by Cycling Weekly, DC Rainmaker
Consistently praised
- Reliable sensor pairing and accurate core data display · 2 sources
- Strong real-world battery life (43% left after 13.5 hrs)
- Improved, responsive touchscreen
Commonly flagged
- Cannot reroute / do meaningful navigation without phone + app open · 2 sources
- Clunky, unrefined user interface and menus · 2 sources
- Unrefined maps; road names rendered as stacked letters · 2 sources
- No Strava Live Segments support · 2 sources
Where reviewers disagree Value verdict splits: Cycling Weekly calls it affordable and good value versus Garmin/Wahoo, while DC Rainmaker argues Bryton's traditional price advantage has 'virtually evaporated,' making the phone-dependent navigation harder to justify. Note also that CW is an extended hands-on review whereas DCR is an explicit single first-ride.
The sources (2)
Battery remaining after 13.5 hrs riding (10+ hrs with navigation & sensors): 43% · Recharge time: ~3 hours · Drop test height (bezel dented significantly, unit failed to power on): ~1 m
I've found all sensors to be very responsive and reliable throughout testing, very rarely dropping out or showing blips in readings.
However, navigation remains heavily reliant on the app being open and some of the functions and features are still unrefined in comparison to competitors.
The bezel was dented significantly and the unit did not want to switch on again, flicking on and off continually.
Bryton does get the core data right, which is hard to do.
the user interface and menus continue to be cumbersome and clunky, and often poorly translated
It requires your phone, the Bryton Active App, and an active internet connection in order to re-route back to the track or take you back to the start/track.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $299 Device-only (Rider S500 E) US launch MSRP $299 per DC Rainmaker (Feb 1, 2022 first-ride review, "priced at $299"); RoadBikeRider lists $300 (E) / $380 (T sensor bundle). Bryton USA store (us.brytonsport.com) now lists $199.95 (E) / $269.95 (T) as of 2026-07; EU store €299.95 (E) / €379.95 (T). |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bryton |
| Released | 2022 |
| Display size (in) | 2.4 in |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Battery life hours | 24 |
| Preloaded maps | Yes |
| Multiband gnss | No |
| Connectivity | ANT+, Bluetooth |
| Weight (g) | 87 |
Source: global.brytonsport.com (verified 2026-07-10) · corroborated by dcrainmaker.com. Fetched Bryton's official global product page (global.brytonsport.com/products/rider-s500), which confirms the EXACT model "Rider S500" via its General spec table: 2.4" Color TFT LCD touchscreen, 87 g weight, "Up to 24 hours" battery (standard mode), preloaded OSM maps, GPS/Glonass/Galileo/Beidou/QZSS multi-constellation (single-band, no L1+L5 dual-frequency claim, so multiband_gnss=false), USB-C, and ANT+/Bluetooth connectivity with no Wi-Fi (DC Rainmaker explicitly notes the Rider "lacks that"). DC Rainmaker's dated first-ride review (Feb 1, 2022) corroborates the model identity, the 2022 launch, the 2.4" screen, and the US launch price of $299 device-only; its "35 hours" figure refers to the new screen-off battery mode, whereas the manufacturer's formal spec table lists 24 hours standard, which is what is recorded. priceUsd reflects the $299 device-only launch MSRP (DCR verbatim "$299"; RoadBikeRider corroborates at $300 / $380 bundle), while Bryton's US store now clears the E model at $199.95 as noted in priceNote.
Is the Bryton Rider S500 worth it vs cheaper bike computers?
Bryton Rider S500 against its closest cheaper and pricier bike computers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 18 ranked →
| Product | Price | Display size (in) | Touchscreen | Battery life hours | Preloaded maps | Multiband gnss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryton Rider S500 this | $299 | 2.4 in | Yes | 24 | Yes | No |
| Wahoo Elemnt Bolt V2 | $279.99 | 2.2 in | No | 15 | Yes | No |
| Garmin Edge Explore 2 | $299.99 | 3.0 in | Yes | 16 | Yes | No |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Bryton Rider S500?
Two whitelisted testers reviewed this exact model: Cycling Weekly's extended hands-on test and DC Rainmaker's explicit single first-ride. Both praise reliable sensor pairing and accurate core data display; Cycling Weekly additionally reports strong battery life (43% left after 13.5 hrs). Both criticize navigation that cannot reroute without a phone, a clunky UI, and unrefined maps. No RTINGS/Notebookcheck lab bench exists. Praised: Reliable sensor pairing and accurate core data display; Strong real-world battery life (43% left after 13.5 hrs); Improved, responsive touchscreen. Flagged: Cannot reroute / do meaningful navigation without phone + app open; Clunky, unrefined user interface and menus; Unrefined maps; road names rendered as stacked letters; No Strava Live Segments support; Failed a ~1 m drop test (durability). (From 2 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Bryton Rider S500 cost?
The Bryton Rider S500 has a US price of $299 (Device-only (Rider S500 E) US launch MSRP $299 per DC Rainmaker (Feb 1, 2022 first-ride review, "priced at $299"); RoadBikeRider lists $300 (E) / $380 (T sensor bundle). Bryton USA store (us.brytonsport.com) now lists $199.95 (E) / $269.95 (T) as of 2026-07; EU store €299.95 (E) / €379.95 (T).), as of 2026-07-10.
How does the Bryton Rider S500 compare on price?
At $299, the Bryton Rider S500 is #6 cheapest of the 18 bike computers we track, where the median is $365.
When was the Bryton Rider S500 released?
The Bryton Rider S500 was released 2022.
What are the Bryton Rider S500's key specs?
Bryton Rider S500 (Bryton): display size in 2.4 in, touchscreen Yes, battery life hours 24, preloaded maps Yes, multiband gnss No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-07-10.
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