Magene C606 Pro: a pro GPS bike computer at a great price
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In short
- The Magene C606 Pro is a GPS bike computer with a 2.8-inch transflective touchscreen that's easy to read even in bright sunlight.
- Offline map navigation, ClimbPro climb display, Strava segments and up to 25 hours of battery life.
- With ANT+ and Bluetooth it works with all common sensors, power meters and smart trainers.
- This is the computer the XDS-Astana WorldTour team uses in training and racing.
- At Premiumbike it costs 64 900 Ft, and from stock it's with you in 2–4 working days.
What is the Magene C606 Pro?
The Magene C606 Pro is the race-oriented model of Magene's GPS computer family. Building on the popular C606, the manufacturer added an improved display, richer navigation and more training features, while keeping the price well below similarly capable devices from the big Western brands.
This computer isn't just pro on paper: the riders of the XDS-Astana WorldTour team use it in training and in races. If a device can handle the load of a three-week Grand Tour, it won't let you down on your weekend loop either.
The key facts
A display you can read in blazing sun
The 2.8-inch transflective colour touchscreen also uses ambient light, so it stays clearly visible in strong sunshine and doesn't have to rely on the backlight all the time. That's what gives it its long battery life of up to 25 hours: a full-day ride or a long-distance challenge is no problem.
Navigation, even offline
You can start a route from your own planning, a GPX file, your previous rides or directly from the OnelapFit app. The device handles routes up to 1000 km long, offers two rerouting strategies ("Towards destination" or "Nearest junction"), and takes you back to your starting point with one tap when the computer is connected to the app.
ClimbPro and Strava segments
Once a route is loaded, ClimbPro automatically detects the climbs and, while you're climbing, shows the remaining distance, elevation gain and gradient profile. If you miss the start of a climb, it still picks it up on the go. Saved Strava segments sync over Wi-Fi, and the computer alerts you when you're approaching the start of a segment.
Indoor training and training with power
The C606 Pro can control your smart trainer directly: you can set target power, resistance or gradient, and you can also run workouts imported from TrainingPeaks. With a compatible power meter (for example Magene P715, Garmin Rally or Favero Assioma) it also shows pedalling dynamics, including the power phase and your time seated and standing.
Connectivity
Besides ANT+ and Bluetooth it also has Wi-Fi, which according to the manufacturer transfers data up to 28 times faster than Bluetooth. It can also control DJI and Insta360 action cameras, and you can assign functions to the buttons on your Shimano Di2 shifters.
Technical specifications
| Feature | Magene C606 Pro |
|---|---|
| Display | 2.8" transflective colour touchscreen |
| Battery life | up to 25 hours |
| Navigation | offline maps, GPX import, routes up to 1000 km, back-to-start |
| Training features | ClimbPro, Strava segments, smart trainer control, pedalling dynamics |
| Connectivity | ANT+, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Integration | Shimano Di2 buttons, DJI and Insta360 cameras, Strava, TrainingPeaks |
| Price | 64 900 Ft |
What do the reviewers say?
The Hungarian-language review by Bikemag.hu highlighted stable operation, a touchscreen that works with gloves and in light rain, automatic rerouting, and detailed analysis in the OnelapFit app without a subscription. As drawbacks, they noted that the menu isn't available in Hungarian and that the display looks a little dark indoors. The tester summed it up like this: "The device runs reliably, and its features are more than enough for me."
The British The Triathlete presented the computer as a serious, more affordable alternative to the Garmin Edge and the Wahoo ELEMNT.
Who is it for?
- Road and gravel riders who want map navigation and training data but don't want to pay a top-end price.
- Riders who do long rides and long-distance challenges, where long battery life matters.
- Anyone training with a power meter or smart trainer who wants to see everything on one screen.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Display that's easy to read in sunlight, long battery life
- Offline navigation, ClimbPro and Strava segments in one device
- Wide sensor support, smart trainer control
- Great price for what it can do
Cons
- Hungarian isn't among the menu languages
- Some features (for example back-to-start and waypoints) need a connection to the OnelapFit app
C606 Pro, C606 V2 or C706?
If your budget is tighter, the Magene C606 V2 (54 900 Ft) also gives you a large touchscreen and map navigation. Compared with it, the C606 Pro adds the improved transflective display, Wi-Fi and more training features. If you're after the top model, the Magene C706 (74 900 Ft) comes with a bigger 3.3-inch display, a dual-band satellite receiver, audio alerts and a metal mount. As an entry-level option, the C506 SE is also worth a look.
You'll find all the models side by side in our GPS bike computers collection.
How to choose
Think about what you'll use the computer for. If you mostly ride your familiar loops and just need the basic data, a simpler model is enough. If you regularly navigate unknown terrain, go on long rides or train with a power meter, the C606 Pro's features and battery life pay off. It's worth pairing the computer with an H603 heart rate monitor and an L508 radar rear light, whose alerts you'll also see on the computer's screen.
Why buy from Premiumbike?
We give a 48-month warranty on Magene products, and claims are handled directly through us. Products in stock are delivered in 2–4 working days; shipping costs 1690 Ft and is free over 75 000 Ft. If it doesn't work out for you, you can send it back within 14 days.
Check out our Magene brand page and the full Magene range, or order the Magene C606 Pro computer now. If you have any questions, drop us a message and we'll help you choose the right device for you.
