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Wahoo Bolt or Garmin 530

I am finally set to replace my Lezyne Super GPS from 6 or so years ago. It works great still and has a long battery life, but I want the Varia for gravel riding(so I know when to move over since I often cant hear cars approaching).

I mainly use a GPS for in ride curiosity and easy post ride uploading. Basically, just seeing how far Ive ridden, my current speed, average speed, climb, etc- scrolling thru and doing some mental math then short term goal setting helps pass the time.
Maybe 12 or so times a year I need it for actual route riding on a preloaded route.

Anyone actually use both and have a preference?
I like that Wahoo uses usb-C for charging.
I think the touchscreen on Garmin could be nice, but its not like I have cared about that up to now.
Wahoo's resolution is apparently better.
Battery life is basically the same.
Both display Varia info fine for me.


Any big differences or basically 6 of one half dozen of the other?
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