I like to try various gadgets for my bike. Some enhance my side, some are just, well, meh… :)
With a new bike computer, I have logged more than 1000 kilometers this season, and I’m eager to give my opinion, based on my personal experience. The gadget I’m talking about is the Geoid CC600. The Geoid CC600 uses a ESP32 chip which serves as the CPU. This allows for a feature set that, for its price point, is very impressive.
- 2.4' color screen with 3 physical buttons
- Backlight screen with ambient light sensor
- IPX7 waterproof level, but I would not keep it on rain
- GPS, Galileo, Beidou, Glonass and QZSS positioning systems
- Type-C standard charging port
- 17-24 hours battery life, based on settings and usage scenario
- Wifi, Bluetooth and ANT+ wireless protocols
- 100 hours of storage
- Supported sensors: Speed*, Cadence*, Heartrate* Power meter, Smart trainer, Electronic shifting, Tail light, Radar*
* - Tested: I own XOSS Vortex Speed and Cadence sensors (works in both BT and ANT+), Garmin Heartrate sensor and W100 Radar.
Thing that stood out to me about the device was the display. It is a bright, colored screen that is easy to navigate through even in direct sunlight, which is something I have struggled with in the past. The screen’s brightness coupled with the resolution means that all the essential metrics and even navigation details are squinted in.
I have to say that the CC600's capability to interface with ANT+ and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is a given advantage. I have seamlessly connected it with my heart rate monitor, speed sensor, and cadence sensor, and all of the connections have remained consistent with no surprise disconnections during my rides. Also, the unit has quite a number of data fields which gives me the possibility to customize my display pages to show the information that I want to see at a glance.
The navigation feature is a breadcrumb style which is good for following a set route. I have used it to follow GPX files that I have uploaded from my phone and it has worked unbelievably well. While it lacks the detailed, full-map view of more expensive devices, its simple outline track and turn-by-turn prompts are adequate to keep the user on track. This is a no-frills navigation system that gets the job done quite well. One more thing that I like is that the navigation track is shown in color, which is good for visibility. Also, worth to mention, that routes created in OneLapFit application has additional information on map about sideroads, which will help you to orient where to make your turn. If you drive away from your route, your route will be rerouted if OneLapFit application is open on your phone
After 1000 kilometers, the Geoid CC600 has proven to be a reliable and capable bike computer. It's not perfect—the companion app can be a little clunky at times, and the setup was a bit cryptic initially. However, the hardware itself is solid, and for its price, it offers a great balance of features, especially for someone who primarily wants a device for tracking stats and following simple routes. If you're in the market for a budget-friendly bike computer with a vibrant display and essential features, the Geoid CC600 is definitely worth considering.