Garmin · Updated June 2026
Garmin Edge 1040: price, specs & release date
Garmin Edge 1040, released 2022-06. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: garmin.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Garmin Edge 1040 is listed at $599.99 on garmin.com as of 2026-06-27, #15 cheapest of 18 bike computers (median $365); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 25/100 pay-blind standing, #15 of 18 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Best-in-class multiband GPS accuracy, especially in tough terrain; Long battery life with useful solar top-up on sunny rides.
- Skip if Very expensive, and the solar premium (~$150) is hard to justify is a dealbreaker.
Is the Garmin Edge 1040 a good buy?
At $600, the Garmin Edge 1040 is #15 cheapest of the 18 bike computers we track, where the median is $365. On the spec sheet, its display size of 3.5 in is above the median of the 18, its battery life hours of 35 is above the median of the 18, and its weight of 126 g is above the median of the 17.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
- 1
- Outlets on recordall tested
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Two independent labs measured this product across 1 physical metric — battery. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Garmin Edge 1040
Two whitelisted testers reviewed the Garmin Edge 1040 Solar: DC Rainmaker's measured in-depth review and Cycling Weekly's hands-on first ride. Both call it the most advanced and accurate bike computer available, praising class-leading multiband GPS and long battery life, but flag the high price and modest, weather-dependent solar gains. Both were re-fetched and every quote and measured value was verified against the article text.
Based on 2 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2022-06-08
Tested by DC Rainmaker, Cycling Weekly
Consistently praised
- Best-in-class multiband GPS accuracy, especially in tough terrain · 2 sources
- Long battery life with useful solar top-up on sunny rides · 2 sources
- Power Guide pacing feature is a genuinely interesting addition · 2 sources
- Revamped, more intuitive user interface
Commonly flagged
- Very expensive, and the solar premium (~$150) is hard to justify · 2 sources
- Solar gains are modest and highly dependent on sun/clouds · 2 sources
- Needs a power meter to unlock the full feature set
- Little reason to upgrade from an Edge 1030 Plus
Where reviewers disagree On value-for-money: DC Rainmaker recommends the 1040/1040 Solar to anyone not already on a 1030 Plus, while Cycling Weekly's first-ride verdict is more price-skeptical, suggesting budget-minded buyers are better served by a cheaper Hammerhead Karoo 2 or Garmin Edge 530.
The sources (2)
Solar battery gained on a 4hr Mont Ventoux ride: 31 min (est. 46 hr battery life) · Solar battery gained on an evening pre-sunset ride: 2 min over 76 min · Solar battery gained sitting in the sun (~70,000 lux, ~2 hr): 49 min
there’s no bike computer anywhere near the accuracy of the Edge 1040.
Ultimately, I ended the ride with 31 minutes gained.
it’s not entirely a zero sum game. Especially when that privilege costs you an extra $150.
Solar battery gained on a ~2hr June afternoon ride: ~3 min
Now though, I'd have to say that Garmin has clinched the title of best bike computer.
But then it does cost an awful lot.
I only added around 3 mins to the 1040 Solar – and this was in June.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $599.99 MSRP at launch; non-solar model now largely discontinued — clearance pricing varies |
|---|---|
| Brand | Garmin |
| Released | 2022-06 |
| Display size (in) | 3.5 in |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Battery life hours | 35 |
| Preloaded maps | Yes |
| Multiband gnss | Yes |
| Connectivity | ANT+, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Weight (g) | 126 |
Source: garmin.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by dcrainmaker.com. Display 3.5 in (282×470 px), weight 126 g (non-solar), touchscreen, multiband GNSS, preloaded North America + EMEA maps confirmed via Garmin and DC Rainmaker June 2022 review (re-verified 2026-06-19). Battery life 35 hr standard GPS mode (70 hr battery-saver). Launch MSRP $599.99; non-solar variant largely discontinued by 2026 but retained as a notable recent model. Release June 8 2022.
Is the Garmin Edge 1040 worth it vs cheaper bike computers?
Garmin Edge 1040 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Edge 1040 this | $599.99 | 3.5 in | Yes | 35 | Yes | Yes |
| Hammerhead Karoo 3 | $524.99 | 3.2 in | Yes | 15 | Yes | Yes |
| Garmin Edge 1050 | $699.99 | 3.5 in | Yes | 20 | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Garmin Edge 1040?
Two whitelisted testers reviewed the Garmin Edge 1040 Solar: DC Rainmaker's measured in-depth review and Cycling Weekly's hands-on first ride. Both call it the most advanced and accurate bike computer available, praising class-leading multiband GPS and long battery life, but flag the high price and modest, weather-dependent solar gains. Both were re-fetched and every quote and measured value was verified against the article text. Praised: Best-in-class multiband GPS accuracy, especially in tough terrain; Long battery life with useful solar top-up on sunny rides; Power Guide pacing feature is a genuinely interesting addition; Revamped, more intuitive user interface. Flagged: Very expensive, and the solar premium (~$150) is hard to justify; Solar gains are modest and highly dependent on sun/clouds; Needs a power meter to unlock the full feature set; Little reason to upgrade from an Edge 1030 Plus. (From 2 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)
How much does the Garmin Edge 1040 cost?
The Garmin Edge 1040 has a US price of $599.99 (MSRP at launch; non-solar model now largely discontinued — clearance pricing varies), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Garmin Edge 1040 compare on price?
At $600, the Garmin Edge 1040 is #15 cheapest of the 18 bike computers we track, where the median is $365.
When was the Garmin Edge 1040 released?
The Garmin Edge 1040 was released 2022-06.
What are the Garmin Edge 1040's key specs?
Garmin Edge 1040 (Garmin): display size in 3.5 in, touchscreen Yes, battery life hours 35, preloaded maps Yes, multiband gnss Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $599.99 at garmin.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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