Garmin Edge 550 – Small but Powerful

The Edge 550 is a compact GPS bike computer with a bright color display and control buttons. It provides essential information, training insights, and nutrition and hydration recommendations to help you ride further and faster. Some features require a compatible heart rate monitor and/or power meter.

• Bright Color Display – Clear maps and statistics in all conditions.
• Long Battery Life – Up to ~12 hours in intensive use and up to ~36 hours in power-saving mode.
• Hazard Alerts – Community-provided notifications about obstacles and hazards¹.
• Advanced Training – Real-time stamina, power targets, ClimbPro, and more.
• GroupRide – Messaging, location tracking, and “climbing” leaderboards when riding in a group¹².
• Bike Maps – TopoActive + Trailforks trails, Forksight junction view.
• Map Manager via Wi-Fi® – Wireless map loading/changing/updating.

What you'll love

• Smart Energy Recovery Alerts – Suggested carbohydrate and water intake based on route, heat, humidity, and your condition.
• Garmin Coach Plans – Adapting over time and based on your training data.
• Advanced Training Features – Power guide, real-time stamina, cycling ability, and more.
• Real-time Weather Updates – Radar, wind direction, and other data via smartphone¹.
• Group Riding (GroupRide) – Group messages, member locations, and hazard alerts¹².
• Hazard Notifications – Contribute to safer rides by editing the map¹.

Ride like never before

Prepare

• Training Status – Objective performance metrics: whether you are training productively.
• Heat and Altitude Acclimation – Monitor how your body adapts.
• Cycling Ability vs. Course Demands – Know where to focus your training.
• Daily Suggested Workouts – Based on your level, load, and VO₂ max.
• Routes by Ride Type – Discover community-loved routes.
• Bike-Specific Maps – TopoActive and global Trailforks trails.
• Forksight Mode – Names, lengths, and elevations of upcoming trails.
• Map Manager via Wi-Fi® – Free map updates on the device.

Train and achieve goals

• Stamina Insights – How much “fuel in the tank” is left at this pace.
• Power Guide – Recommended power targets, including wind data¹.
• ClimbPro – Remaining climb length and gradient, nearby climbs on the map.
• Cycling Dynamics – Deeper metrics on pedaling and handling.
• Enduro and Downhill Profiles – Separate profiles with 5 Hz GPS recording, especially for trails.
• Segment Points – Segments with times and real-time insights.
• MTB Dynamics – Number of jumps, distance, air time, etc.
• Grit® and Flow™ Metrics – Trail difficulty and ride smoothness.
• Turn-by-Turn Navigation – Clear turn alerts.
• Back to Start – Quick return to the start of the route or home.
• Nutrition and Hydration Reminders – Don't miss eating/drinking.
• Gear Ratio Analysis – After the ride, review how long you were in each gear.

Safety and Awareness

• Varia™ Compatibility – Rear radar and smart lights to see and be seen.
• Incident Detection – A notification with your location is sent to contacts².
• LiveTrack™ – Loved ones can follow your ride in real-time¹.
• Bike Alarm – PIN-protected audible alarm and phone notifications.
• inReach® Compatibility – Satellite communication in remote areas³.

Connectivity Options

• Smart Notifications – SMS and alerts directly on the Edge screen.
• Smart Trainer Compatibility – Control indoor workouts.
• eBike Integration – ANT+® for electric bikes.
• Connect IQ™ Store – Custom data fields, widgets, and apps.
• Electronic Shifting – Battery status, page switching, and more.

Key Features and Specifications

• Display: Bright color (high contrast for maps and data).
• GPS: Multi-band, 5 Hz recording (in certain profiles).
• Maps: TopoActive, Trailforks trails, Forksight, turn-by-turn directions.
• Battery: Up to ~12 hours in intensive use / up to ~36 hours in power-saving mode.
• Connectivity: Bluetooth®, ANT+®, Wi-Fi® (Map Manager).
• Compatibility: Heart rate monitors, power meters, Varia™, smart trainers, eBike (ANT+).
• Safety: Incident Detection², LiveTrack™¹, bike alarm, GroupRide.

¹ Used with a compatible smartphone and the Garmin Connect app.
² For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety.
³ Satellite subscription required. In some countries, the use of satellite communication devices is regulated or prohibited – comply with applicable laws.

Note: Garmin continuously improves products; images and specifications may vary slightly.