Wahoo RFLKT Bike Computer for iPhone & Android

This thing works well for me. I will admit two things: 1. I use it with Cyclemeter, I only use the Wahoo app to update its firmware and 2. My iPhone is kept in my saddlebag near the display, so it is very close to each other.I basically have programed Cyclemeter to display: Speed, Distance, Cadence, Heart Rate, and time cycling. It is much better to have this small thing up on the bars so I can read these stats than the phone in a mount. It also allows the phone display to be off save battery and to keep it from overheating on hot days.It has been very reliable. Only a couple times it had a hard time connecting to the phone, which was resolved by deleteting the bluetooth device from the phone and re-pair it. It could have been something with iOS or Cyclemeter, this has not happened in a long time and both iOS and Cyclemeter has been updated several times since.

I took a chance and bought the RFLKT even after reading all the bad reviews thinking that it couldn't be that bad... It really is that bad. this review comes after having used the RFLKT for half of last season. The design and build quality are great. But, the bluetooth connectivity severely lacked in real usage. Right out of the box, connection to the Wahoo bluetooth sensors was a problematic process. I wanted to like it, gave it more time than I should have and even stuck with the wahoo email support that really contributed nothing to the cause. I don't want to bash wahoo since I am a big fan of their sensors and would recommend those to anyone. But speaking specifically about the RFLKT, it just can't be depended on.The specific problem I had was the connection to the sensors. I purchased the Wahoo Cadence, Speed and Tckr sensors to go with it thinking I'd have less problems by staying within the Wahoo brand... wrong. Bottom line, the RFLKT just doesn't consistently pickup the bluetooth sensors. Sometimes it works flawlessly. But, most of the time I'd have to sit there on my bike messing with the RFLKT for up to 10 minutes tyring to get a connection and get the ride started. Unfortunately, the flawless days are far less than the days I have to fiddle for 5 to 10 minutes to get it all connected. Many times after messing with it for 5+ minutes all kitted up ready to ride, I'd just say F it and go without for that ride. Lots of lost hours on Strava last summer. Not very often, I have had it drop the signal while out on a ride. Not very often, but it's happened a few times.I didn't plan on leaving a review, though I should have. But after starting my winter training on Trainerroad last week, I noticed how awesome the Wahoo sensors are working withe trainerroad program on my laptop with an ANT+ dongle. So I can confirm that the Wahoo sensors work amazingly great with ANT+ connections. Unfortunately the RFLKT is bluetooth only. So I can only surmise that my problems are directly with the RFLKT and bluetooth.So, in conclusion, I recommend you pass on the RFLKT. But, I highly recommend the Wahoo sensors (rpm, cadence and tckr) with ANT+ devices.

I got this bike computer near the beginning of the year since I already had a few Bluteooth Smart-compatible sensors that I wanted to be able to see (cadence and heart rate don't do much good without being able to see them). I really liked (and still do) the small size of the RFLKT and that it doesn't require any kind of battery replacements for a very long time! The screens are extremely configurable, I never had any of the reception trouble that other reviewers mentioned, and overall, the functionality was pretty good.The problems for the RFLKT were reliability and software. I am an Android user with a Google Nexus 5. The Wahoo Fitness app for Android was at the time the only available app for the RFLKT on Android (the box says Strava, but this only applies to iPhone, as far as I can tell). The Wahoo Fitness app worked pretty well to start, but as time went on and I built up rides, the app began to get VERY slow. I timed it. From completely closed to fully loaded on the main screen took 48 seconds. It stopped responding for so long at times that Android offered to kill the app. To make matters worse, under some conditions, the Fitness app simply closes in the middle of rides! I had this happen several times, and about 50% of the time I was able to recover the ride data - Recovery seems to be more reliable of late.Pros:-A really great screen for someone who already has a few bluetooth smart sensors-No batteries to change (often, anyway)-Matches perfectly with what you see on Strava (etc) afterwards-No need to use phone as a screen-Low battery use (possibly lower than Strava, actually)Cons:-Terrifically slow Android app.-Crash-prone Android app.-No third-party app support on Android (exception: RideWithGPS added support recently, but I had trouble getting it to work)-Flickery backlight.Personally, I've just purchased a Garmin Edge 500 to replace the RFLKT.

My bike is sort of retro looking so in some ways it matches the device, which looks it's been made in the 90's! Actually it seems more like a prototype, all square corners, buttons ridiculously hard to press, battery (not easy to find in the shops, at least here) also difficult to change (you need to add a small screwdriver to your bike toolkit). Anyway, I barely had a glance at their Android app, since I am exclusively interested in using it with RideWithGPS for directions (don't care how fast I go etc.). This way I can get directions with my precious tablet safely stored in my pocket (or pannier). It also shows other data such as distance, speed etc. as per RWGPS app screens. Sadly it does not show the graphic of elevation, which would have helped (at least I would know when a climb is about to start, or almost over). The graphics/fonts could be better, for example the directions screen barely uses half of the screen space, making it hard to read. The graphics with their app look better, not so with RWGPS. Setting the RFLKT up was also awkward, you need to update the firmware and the 'loading pages' thing takes a lot of time. Anyway, problems or not, as said having my tablet on the handlebar wasn't an option for me, so with this, I got the problem solved. I also use spoken directions at the same time thru my music BT headphones, this way I am pretty sure I won't get the wrong direction when touring. £70 is quite steep for what it does though... they should price it lower, and also definitely hire a new Chief Design Officer :)

Nice compact unit, means you can carry iPhone in pocket rather than on handlebars.However it's no use in the dark, the inadequate backlight only stays on for a few seconds and every time you press the backlight switch it changes the screen.Overall great idea, just could easily have been done better. Would I buy one knowing what I do?...yes because it is great during the day.

Exactly what I needed. Didn't want another expensive bit of kit (bike computer) that would have its own battery and need to charge, its own software, its own complications. I just wanted to use my existing great set-up (iPhone 5 with iSmoothRun app linked to my sensors and Strava web GUI), but in a way that didn't drain the iPhone's (cruddy) battery or risk damaging it.Tad expensive but it feels a quality build and overall you save money if you want to use your phone.

This works fab! I use it every day on my commute and it's nice to see how fast I've gone and how long it took depending on the route. The reason I am not giving it 5 stars is that it is difficult to take it off the bike attachment (I have to use a key) and it didn't work on my Samsung Galaxy S3 so I am using it on my iPod Touch. I would like to get the HR monitor in the future, but it's a bit pricey atm so it'll have to wait!

It worked for a few days and kept losing connectivity to my phone...I was unable to use it for my training or race and ended up buying a garmin edge 520 which is still working...Battery life is poor... I left it switched off and tried to power it up recently... It was dead as a dodo...Concept is good but maybe needs time to iron out the niggles...

appalling piece of tech. had to contact customer services within 36 hours as it wouldn't connect with iphone 6. after much turning things on and off it eventually started working again. but after a few more days it wouldn't connect at all so returned for a refund. shame, as it's a good idea, but just doesn't work well enough.

the device looked okay but I really struggled sync'ing it to my LG G3 on android. The device crashed a few times before it was even fitted to the bike. The firmware update did actually make things worse. It was too much 'faff' to sort before each ride.it was returned for a full refund - Bought a Sigma ROX 5.0 in its place - much better.

Concept is good - execution is not. The reliability of the bluetooth connection is poor enough that I have taken this off my bike and gone back to my 'dumb' but reliable cateye bike computer. It works 80% of the time which is not even close to good enough. I would definitely NOT recommend you buy one

Battery life is terrible. Arrived with a low battery. Replaced the battery and a month later the battery needs replacing. You may think that a month is ok, but I've only used the device twice in that month!For that reason, I'm giving two stars.

Does exactly what it says and has kept me informed all the time, very very good product, i have had no issues with power drain on my phone iPhone 6 so would happily recommend to everyone.

It causes more problems than solves.I bought this for my girlfriend and ended up returning because it was a pain to turn it on and start any activity.

I received the RFLKT as a gift from a friend, and I've been pleasantly surprised by the device. Strava integration is quite nice, and really easy to set up. Battery life for the phone is approximately 7 hours when connected to the RFLKT, which is enough to cover my longer rides. Screen size is adequate, but could be a bit brighter. Overall-great bike computer with full App functionality.

Almost a four but lack of configurable pages when using MMR is a pain. Exports from Wahoo fitness to MMR loses sped to elevation data. Still fine to use just not quite what I thought it would be.

Does what it says on the tin. Have only used it for a short ride whilst I wait for better weather, but flawless so far.

Had this for Christmas, opened it this morning, went to set it up and the low battery warning light flashed up. Not sure if I am going to risk unscrewing the back to fit a new battery once purchased or simply send the damn thing back for a refund. Very disappointed, must have been old stock