Quick Summary
The white CooSpo BC26 is a GPS bike computer with a 2.3-inch LCD screen. It records ride data including speed, distance, cycling time and altitude, and supports activity-file syncing to Strava through the CoospoRide app.
Key Details
| Detail | Product information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Screen | 2.3-inch FSTN LCD with an auto-backlight that responds to surrounding light conditions. |
| Ride data | Displays current, maximum and average speed, total and trip distance, cycling time and altitude. |
| GPS battery life | Stated as 20 hours of continuous use in GPS-enabled mode after charging. |
| Water protection rating | Rated IPX7. Check that the rating suits the conditions in which you intend to ride. |
| Maximum-speed alarm | The alarm can be set; its sound is off by default. |
Key Features Explained
The BC26 tracks rides using GPS. CoospoRide can connect to and set up the computer, load a GPS track route map, and record and analyse cycling activity. The app can also be used to update firmware. Activity files can be synced to Strava in .fit format through the app over Bluetooth.
The screen’s backlight responds to the surrounding environment. If you want an audible maximum-speed alert, check the sound setting, as it is off by default.
What to Compare Before Buying
- Phone and app support: Check that CoospoRide is available and compatible with your phone if you plan to configure the computer or manage activity records through the app.
- Strava transfer: The stated workflow sends .fit activity files through CoospoRide over Bluetooth. Check that this suits how you want to transfer rides.
- GPS functions: GPS ride tracking and loading a route map are described. Turn-by-turn directions are not specified, so check for that function if it is important to you.
- Battery duration: The stated 20-hour figure is for continuous GPS-enabled use after charging. Consider whether that duration suits your rides.
Important Limitations
The stated features do not establish turn-by-turn navigation on the computer. The route-map function is described in connection with the CoospoRide app, so check how it works for your intended use. The IPX7 rating is a specific protection rating; do not treat it as a guarantee of suitability for every riding condition.
Before You Decide
Check CoospoRide and Bluetooth compatibility with your phone, the GPS functions you need, and whether the stated battery duration and IPX7 rating meet your requirements. Remember that the maximum-speed alarm sound is off by default.
