Just bought this computer to replace my broken Cateye Padrone smart+. Your video made it easy to mount and set up speed,cadence and heart rate monitor made it easy, with great explanations. This computer even recognized my Cateye heart rate sensor belt, so there was no need to buy a new one!) Your explanation was also indispensable helping to customize screen to exactly the way I want it. THANK YOU!! So far, this computer seems much more robust with better sensor connections
First time i opened this unit, it reminded me of my Timex Ironman watch with the backlight and laps but no gps. No complaints though, i got this and the M80, which looks like a durable bar fly, for around $50 with vouchers in an online shop here.
Hey great video, @5:40 you mention adding a sensor. Does the sensor come with the device? If not, is it necessary to buy a sensor separately, or can I still use it without a sensor? Thanks
It depends on which one you purchase, iGPSPORT does offer bundles with a cadence sensor. You don't need any sensors unless you want additional information such as heart rate / cadence or power. Out of the box the GPS sensor gives you speed, altitude, distance and gradient which is more than enough for most riders.
Did you change a setting to make the map always face in front? All the other videos and images for this always show north in front, so it makes navigation more confusing, is the only thing that i need to know now before buying!!
I don't recall changing it but on the BSC200 (Navigation -> North-upward) and BSC300 (Navigation -> Settings -> North-upward) you can enable / disable that feature. Note, the BSC200 only has a basic breadcrumb map that can show an overlay of an uploaded route. I'd recommend the BSC300 if you want street names and a color map display.
I have this unit, you can keep north always up for navigation or heading direction always up during navigation mode. However you have to pre install your ride route. It does not support normal navigation and doesn't show street names while using. But overall it is a great bike computer. Using it since last June.
Like most GPS computers, this one is glossy which does reflect things around you. It isn't that distracting though. The BSC200 is backlit that I believe is based on local time and not a ambient light sensor like higher-end computers.
@@TheSweetCyclists I see. Thanks! I just got into cycling so been thinking about getting a bike computer, looking for the best bang for buck with navigation.
Is it possible to manually turn on the backlight? Received mine today and seems impossible to turn on the backlight. The brightness control doesn't seem to do anything (low and high looks the same) and I have tried with auto backlight on and off. I don't want to believe my unit is defective but kinda thinking that it might be. A little clarification would go a long way to settle my mind. Tks😊
It seems this computer is compatible with Sram Eagle AXS for shifting. But I am wondering if the computer also shows battery status of connected sensors. It would be useful for AXS.
No, iGPSPORT currently can sync with Strava and TrainingPeaks. You would have to export your Komoot routes as a GPX file and load them in the iGPSPORT app to use them for navigation.
@@TheSweetCyclists not like the Garmin, when I click in Komoot on navigate, a popup asks navigate by phone or by Garmin, when 1 choose Garmin, it's sends it direct to my watch! Should be greate if the igpsport appears in that popup
@@DUCzillaMonster One of the big differences between iGPSPORT and Garmin will be software features and integration. iGPSPORT simply lacks a lot of the slick features.
The BSC200 only has a night backlight - not a dedicated white text on black night mode like the BSC300. You can adjust the backlight setting under Settings > System > Night Backlight
The glossy screen isn't an issue while riding - almost all GPS computers have a similar display. Here in the bright California sun I haven't had any issues with seeing the screen..
The display is obviously in purely reflective mode in sunshine - like an LCD watch or a classic monochrome Nokia phone. Except with more contrast and less self-shadowing, a little more modern. It's as bright as the sun makes it, it's not fighting the sun with backlight.
No, the battery status is not available as a data field. However, it's really easy to see the battery status by accessing the home page while riding, just hit the top left button. The homepage displays time, battery, temperature and other useful data with just one click.
Great review ! One doubt regarding laps on the BSC200 . During intervals if u press lap will the screen start to show a timer and the current power , HR, etc ? If not automatically can be configured to do so ? This doubt arises because many computers at this price point do not have live lap data feature hence wanted to clarify. Cheers !
The computer has a bunch of lap-specific metrics like lap time / lap speed average that would give you metrics for your current lap. I think that would give you what you want. You still need to start a recording though to see the metrics.
No, power requires a power meter. You can buy power meter pedals, cranks or wheelsets. Some GPS computers have estimated power using cadence + speed + gradient but it will never be as accurate as a true power meter.
@@TheSweetCyclists BSC200 already includes with GPS measurement for speed, if i using SPD70 speed sensor also as additional measurement is there is obvious changed for result measurement? thanks
@@slowly_cyclist Using a speed sensor gives you more accurate speed/distance compared to GPS. It's probably negligible difference though, the only noticeable difference is that speed/distance would work in tunnels or areas were GPS might fail.
Every time I open the iGPSPORT BSC200 I have to choose the language, time etc. Also, every time I have to find the sensors, which I obviously already declared the last time I used it. I've had it for two weeks... Am I doing something wrong and it doesn't keep this data in its memory?
That's strange behavior, all those settings should be cached and stored. Are you sure you are not doing a factory reset accidentally? You shouldn't see the language / time initial screens except for a reset or the first time you unbox it.
For mapping and navigation my current favorite are Bryton computers. The navigation prompts are clear and maps have nice detail even in the lower models.
It depends on what you're looking for. I prefer Bryton's navigation prompts over the iGPSPORT design but they have very similar features otherwise. The downside to Bryton is the Bryton specific mount instead of the more generic Garmin style mount the iGPSPORT has.@@seanandre3279
It should be in one of the settings menu as "Auto Lap" - it's a feature most GPS computers have and will automatically set the lap based on distance or time.
Is it possible to manually turn on the backlight? Received mine today and seems impossible to turn on the backlight. The brightness control doesn't seem to do anything (low, medium and high looks the same) and I have tried with auto backlight on and off. I don't want to believe my unit is defective but kinda thinking that it might be. A little clarification would go a long way to settle my mind. Tks😊
Use the left button to show the notification pane, which shows sunrise / sunset, sensors... And there you can change the brightness of the screen. If the backlight is off, it should say'close' , then you can change it with the top right button to:low, medium, and high brightness Godspeed
With the current app, you can only link your iGPSPORT to Strava / TrainingPeaks and Komoot only. You would have to manually upload to Garmin or link Garmin to other platforms.
Good question - I asked the same to iGPSPORT and apparently it is an low-fidelity data record mode. This is their response - ""Smart Record" is changing the standard recording method per second. It still receives GPS/ANT signals per second, but no longer records data points such as position, speed, heart rate in fit files per second. "Smart Record" only records key point data such as large data changes or device changes in direction, speed, heart rate, or altitude. It can save power and memory."
@@TheSweetCyclistsso it is like a "Battery save mode" if I understand correctly. One thing I also notuced is the data entry for the "Time of day" on the device screen, emailed them suggesting they could just rename it to "Clock" instead.
Yes you can conserve the battery but have less accurate ride information. The English translations can definitely be improved on the GPS and the iGSPORT app which seems to call routes "lines" as well.@@neilgoth1974
@@TheSweetCycliststhanks. I'll try to compare the difference. Currently have the Smart Records function ON and cadence readings are low. Will see if there will be a noticable difference when Smart Records is set to OFF.
Sounds good, please let me know how it goes. I suspect the real-time data displays shouldn't be different, it would probably be the exported ride data that would have lower fidelity data or gaps.
[Settings > System > Units] From the home screen press the bottom left button to enter "Settings". Then press the bottom right button to scroll down to System and press the top right button to enter it. Then upper bottom right button to scroll up to "Units" and press the top right button to enter it. After that you should see an option of "Metric" (km) or "Imperial" (miles).
I have the BSC100 (highly recommend it as a basic cycling computer) and I bought this because of the navigation and it was a disappointment. As said in the video, indicating turns instead of just indicating intersections leads to mistakes very easily. The worst thing is at roundabouts, it doesn't indicate which exit, just the left/right arrows, so getting lost is very easy. This is really stupid, I just wanted simple directions at intersections (left, right, straight ahead and roundabout exits) supposedly shouldn't be complicated. So if navigation is what you are looking for, forget it. However, since I got it cheap (only 13 euros above the fantastic BSC100) it is ok as a basic cycling computer. The differences between the BSC100 to the BSC200 (I will not count the navigation feature) BSC100 is cheaper and has a better battery life, the BSC200 is more customizable. I don't have an interactive trainer, it has this feature but I don't know how it works.
Thanks for sharing your feedback. As far as navigation, I still prefer Bryton GPS computers as they show an illustration of the intersection and the navigation has been pretty reliable. Otherwise, these BSC computers are a good deal and have been more reliable than Magene or other budget computers I've reviewed.
For MTB the navigation works like a charm, a week ago I downloaded to the device a route I hand draw in Google earth, and although I knew there was a steep (about 28%) deviation of the main road, I got distracted by the views. The 'off course' alarm reminded me I had to turn. I was stubborn since I couldn't see a clear path to climb the hill, and continued for 600 m off course. Then the scale placed at bottom left of the screen allowed me to see I was clearly off course, at a considerable distance of the path I drew the night before (about 250m) . Then I trusted the GPS and got me to a phenomenal MTB route in the middle of a forest. When still unsure I changed the scale to 50m length (using the left button) , and it clearly showed me I was right where I was supposed to be. It's a great tool 🔥🔥🔥
Just bought this computer to replace my broken Cateye Padrone smart+. Your video made it easy to mount and set up speed,cadence and heart rate monitor made it easy, with great explanations.
This computer even recognized my Cateye heart rate sensor belt, so there was no need to buy a new one!)
Your explanation was also indispensable helping to customize screen to exactly the way I want it.
THANK YOU!! So far, this computer seems much more robust with better sensor connections
thank you for a really good and informative video review, especially the last part of it, where u do compare all the PC versions. 😊
Nice review, They go for around $45/50 now, thinking on getting one for sure
First time i opened this unit, it reminded me of my Timex Ironman watch with the backlight and laps but no gps. No complaints though, i got this and the M80, which looks like a durable bar fly, for around $50 with vouchers in an online shop here.
Great review, liked and subbed!
Hey great video, @5:40 you mention adding a sensor. Does the sensor come with the device? If not, is it necessary to buy a sensor separately, or can I still use it without a sensor? Thanks
It depends on which one you purchase, iGPSPORT does offer bundles with a cadence sensor. You don't need any sensors unless you want additional information such as heart rate / cadence or power. Out of the box the GPS sensor gives you speed, altitude, distance and gradient which is more than enough for most riders.
@@TheSweetCyclists I see, thanks for the reply. I think I'll go ahead and buy it then.
Sounds good - hopefully you enjoy it. It's a nice GPS computer for the price.@@ermeyas641
Did you change a setting to make the map always face in front? All the other videos and images for this always show north in front, so it makes navigation more confusing, is the only thing that i need to know now before buying!!
I don't recall changing it but on the BSC200 (Navigation -> North-upward) and BSC300 (Navigation -> Settings -> North-upward) you can enable / disable that feature. Note, the BSC200 only has a basic breadcrumb map that can show an overlay of an uploaded route. I'd recommend the BSC300 if you want street names and a color map display.
@@TheSweetCyclists thanks, that is so helpful!!
I have this unit, you can keep north always up for navigation or heading direction always up during navigation mode. However you have to pre install your ride route. It does not support normal navigation and doesn't show street names while using.
But overall it is a great bike computer. Using it since last June.
Can you see your current heart rate zone?
Yes
Excellent review! Is the glossy screen distracting? I'm guessing it's not a backlit screen?
Like most GPS computers, this one is glossy which does reflect things around you. It isn't that distracting though. The BSC200 is backlit that I believe is based on local time and not a ambient light sensor like higher-end computers.
@@TheSweetCyclists I see. Thanks! I just got into cycling so been thinking about getting a bike computer, looking for the best bang for buck with navigation.
@@TheSweetCyclists maybe you can get anti reflective film and stick to it, something more matte, not sure how it plays with polarized glasses if not.
Is it possible to manually turn on the backlight? Received mine today and seems impossible to turn on the backlight. The brightness control doesn't seem to do anything (low and high looks the same) and I have tried with auto backlight on and off. I don't want to believe my unit is defective but kinda thinking that it might be. A little clarification would go a long way to settle my mind. Tks😊
Does it pair with sram axs? Just making sure 😅
It seems this computer is compatible with Sram Eagle AXS for shifting. But I am wondering if the computer also shows battery status of connected sensors. It would be useful for AXS.
Does this model have altitude calibration?
I don't have the computer on-hand to verify, but I believe the altitude calibration can be done via the iGPSPORT app.
do i have to upload the route to the computer every time i want the navigation to work?
You can upload multiple routes at a time using the iGPSPORT app and then select them from the computer whenever you want to use them.
Can it navigate Komoot routes? Like a Garmin watch?
No, iGPSPORT currently can sync with Strava and TrainingPeaks. You would have to export your Komoot routes as a GPX file and load them in the iGPSPORT app to use them for navigation.
@@TheSweetCyclists not like the Garmin, when I click in Komoot on navigate, a popup asks navigate by phone or by Garmin, when 1 choose Garmin, it's sends it direct to my watch! Should be greate if the igpsport appears in that popup
@@DUCzillaMonster One of the big differences between iGPSPORT and Garmin will be software features and integration. iGPSPORT simply lacks a lot of the slick features.
How do you change the day/night mode? Can’t find it in the settings.
The BSC200 only has a night backlight - not a dedicated white text on black night mode like the BSC300. You can adjust the backlight setting under Settings > System > Night Backlight
How is that gloss of the display working out in sunshine? Is the display bright enough to overpower sunshine?
The glossy screen isn't an issue while riding - almost all GPS computers have a similar display. Here in the bright California sun I haven't had any issues with seeing the screen..
The display is obviously in purely reflective mode in sunshine - like an LCD watch or a classic monochrome Nokia phone. Except with more contrast and less self-shadowing, a little more modern. It's as bright as the sun makes it, it's not fighting the sun with backlight.
I bought one of these, do you know if you can add the battery life icon on specific pages?
No, the battery status is not available as a data field. However, it's really easy to see the battery status by accessing the home page while riding, just hit the top left button. The homepage displays time, battery, temperature and other useful data with just one click.
Great review ! One doubt regarding laps on the BSC200 . During intervals if u press lap will the screen start to show a timer and the current power , HR, etc ? If not automatically can be configured to do so ? This doubt arises because many computers at this price point do not have live lap data feature hence wanted to clarify. Cheers !
The computer has a bunch of lap-specific metrics like lap time / lap speed average that would give you metrics for your current lap. I think that would give you what you want. You still need to start a recording though to see the metrics.
@@TheSweetCyclists thank you !
I haven’t pedal with watt meter . Can I buy something like a sensor to put it on my bike , to count my watt with this computer ?
If I buy the sensors speed and cadence , I will have a count of my power (watt)?
No, power requires a power meter. You can buy power meter pedals, cranks or wheelsets. Some GPS computers have estimated power using cadence + speed + gradient but it will never be as accurate as a true power meter.
@@TheSweetCyclists BSC200 already includes with GPS measurement for speed, if i using SPD70 speed sensor also as additional measurement is there is obvious changed for result measurement? thanks
@@slowly_cyclist Using a speed sensor gives you more accurate speed/distance compared to GPS. It's probably negligible difference though, the only noticeable difference is that speed/distance would work in tunnels or areas were GPS might fail.
@@TheSweetCyclists Thanks for clearing that up.
Would a radar work with a firmware update? I have a varia and a igpsport radar that could be paired.
Yes, the BSC series should all work with radars if you have the newer software.
Every time I open the iGPSPORT BSC200 I have to choose the language, time etc. Also, every time I have to find the sensors, which I obviously already declared the last time I used it.
I've had it for two weeks... Am I doing something wrong and it doesn't keep this data in its memory?
That's strange behavior, all those settings should be cached and stored. Are you sure you are not doing a factory reset accidentally? You shouldn't see the language / time initial screens except for a reset or the first time you unbox it.
I'm wondering if this bike computer has the ability to display estimated power without a power sensor (like C406)
Mhm this or Xoss Nav(+) or Magene C406 Pro?
which budget cycling computer would you recommend with maps?
For mapping and navigation my current favorite are Bryton computers. The navigation prompts are clear and maps have nice detail even in the lower models.
Bryton rider 420 or this one?
It depends on what you're looking for. I prefer Bryton's navigation prompts over the iGPSPORT design but they have very similar features otherwise. The downside to Bryton is the Bryton specific mount instead of the more generic Garmin style mount the iGPSPORT has.@@seanandre3279
How do I delete the lap feature? Accidentally set it and now it always counts laps
It should be in one of the settings menu as "Auto Lap" - it's a feature most GPS computers have and will automatically set the lap based on distance or time.
Is it possible to manually turn on the backlight? Received mine today and seems impossible to turn on the backlight. The brightness control doesn't seem to do anything (low, medium and high looks the same) and I have tried with auto backlight on and off. I don't want to believe my unit is defective but kinda thinking that it might be. A little clarification would go a long way to settle my mind. Tks😊
Use the left button to show the notification pane, which shows sunrise / sunset, sensors... And there you can change the brightness of the screen. If the backlight is off, it should say'close' , then you can change it with the top right button to:low, medium, and high brightness
Godspeed
I have a question. I have an iGPSPORT device and my speed is left with four numbers. Do you know how to fix it?
I'm sorry, I don't understand the question. Your speed values are being displayed incorrectly?
Radar support?
No, the BSC200 does not support radar. You would have to purchase the more expensive BSC300 to get that feature.
can i connect it to komoot and garmin
With the current app, you can only link your iGPSPORT to Strava / TrainingPeaks and Komoot only. You would have to manually upload to Garmin or link Garmin to other platforms.
What's the difference between Auto start/pause and the Smart Record function?
Good question - I asked the same to iGPSPORT and apparently it is an low-fidelity data record mode. This is their response - ""Smart Record" is changing the standard recording method per second. It still receives GPS/ANT signals per second, but no longer records data points such as position, speed, heart rate in fit files per second. "Smart Record" only records key point data such as large data changes or device changes in direction, speed, heart rate, or altitude. It can save power and memory."
@@TheSweetCyclistsso it is like a "Battery save mode" if I understand correctly.
One thing I also notuced is the data entry for the "Time of day" on the device screen, emailed them suggesting they could just rename it to "Clock" instead.
Yes you can conserve the battery but have less accurate ride information. The English translations can definitely be improved on the GPS and the iGSPORT app which seems to call routes "lines" as well.@@neilgoth1974
@@TheSweetCycliststhanks. I'll try to compare the difference. Currently have the Smart Records function ON and cadence readings are low. Will see if there will be a noticable difference when Smart Records is set to OFF.
Sounds good, please let me know how it goes. I suspect the real-time data displays shouldn't be different, it would probably be the exported ride data that would have lower fidelity data or gaps.
Buongiorno, cortesemente, in questo modello c'è la possibilità, se una persona ha più biciclette, di impostare più profili? Grazie
Does the tracking feature need to be connected to your fone?
Please tell me .. how to cheange mile per hour to kilometre per hour.
[Settings > System > Units] From the home screen press the bottom left button to enter "Settings". Then press the bottom right button to scroll down to System and press the top right button to enter it. Then upper bottom right button to scroll up to "Units" and press the top right button to enter it. After that you should see an option of "Metric" (km) or "Imperial" (miles).
@@TheSweetCyclists ❤❤ thank you so much
Is there an option for 3 second power?
Yes, there are quite a few power display field options: prelap max pwr / pwr zone / pwr 3s / pwr 10s / pwr30s / fwr %ftp / IF / NP / TSS / Watt/kg / kilojoules / pwr balance / TQ. effect / ped smooth / 3s balance / 10s balance / 30s balacne / lap balance / avg balance.
Thanks! That's pretty comprehensive!@@TheSweetCyclists
can you import .gpx or .fit file to computer ?
Yes. You can export the rides via the app or directly by just connecting a USB cord to it.
thanks @@TheSweetCyclists 👍❤
What happens when you are navigating and get off route? Is there a basic display on where the planned route is?
The iGPSPORT computers will show a little arrow to help you get back on track if you go off-route.
complete a very usefull review
I have the BSC100 (highly recommend it as a basic cycling computer) and I bought this because of the navigation and it was a disappointment. As said in the video, indicating turns instead of just indicating intersections leads to mistakes very easily. The worst thing is at roundabouts, it doesn't indicate which exit, just the left/right arrows, so getting lost is very easy. This is really stupid, I just wanted simple directions at intersections (left, right, straight ahead and roundabout exits) supposedly shouldn't be complicated. So if navigation is what you are looking for, forget it. However, since I got it cheap (only 13 euros above the fantastic BSC100) it is ok as a basic cycling computer. The differences between the BSC100 to the BSC200 (I will not count the navigation feature) BSC100 is cheaper and has a better battery life, the BSC200 is more customizable. I don't have an interactive trainer, it has this feature but I don't know how it works.
Thanks for sharing your feedback. As far as navigation, I still prefer Bryton GPS computers as they show an illustration of the intersection and the navigation has been pretty reliable. Otherwise, these BSC computers are a good deal and have been more reliable than Magene or other budget computers I've reviewed.
@TheSweetCyclists Thank you for your input. It might be useful to others and maybe IGPSPORT itself if they want to be ahead of competition
For MTB the navigation works like a charm, a week ago I downloaded to the device a route I hand draw in Google earth, and although I knew there was a steep (about 28%) deviation of the main road, I got distracted by the views. The 'off course' alarm reminded me I had to turn. I was stubborn since I couldn't see a clear path to climb the hill, and continued for 600 m off course. Then the scale placed at bottom left of the screen allowed me to see I was clearly off course, at a considerable distance of the path I drew the night before (about 250m) . Then I trusted the GPS and got me to a phenomenal MTB route in the middle of a forest. When still unsure I changed the scale to 50m length (using the left button) , and it clearly showed me I was right where I was supposed to be. It's a great tool 🔥🔥🔥
@dracufelzip111 I don't do MTB anymore, but I agree with you. Good point.
Even pausing it, it went too fast!