| General | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Magene |
| Type | GPS cycling computer, 2.8-inch touchscreen and three buttons |
| Series | C606 |
| Released | March 2026 (UK launch 19 March 2026) |
| Price | GBP 169 (UK) / USD 159 (magene.com) |
| Position in range | Between the C506 and the C606 Pro |
| Predecessor | C606 (2024), see the Magene C606 review |
Specifications and features as listed by Magene, October 2026.
Jump to: Expert opinion | Specifications | Battery life | Features | Ride profiles | Quick answers | Further reading
Expert opinion
C606 V2 is the cheapest Magene with ClimbPro and live Strava Segments, and ClimbPro picks up a climb when you join it partway up. It follows routes on a colour map and reroutes through the OnelapFit app on a connected phone; on-device navigation that works offline is the step up to the C606 Pro.
My review of the original C606 found strong hardware, accurate GPS and navigation that felt unfinished. The firmware updates I covered in 2025 and 2026 added ClimbPro, segments, rerouting choices and action camera control, and V2 ships with all of them.
Magene C606 V2
ClimbPro, live Strava Segments and smart trainer control at a mid-range price.
RRP $159
£174.80 in the UK as a bundle with mount, €169
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| Display | |
|---|---|
| Type | TFT colour touchscreen, ambient light sensor with auto brightness |
| Size | 2.8 inch |
| Controls | Touchscreen and three buttons |
| Physical | |
| Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 17.6mm |
| Weight | 107g |
| Water rating | IPX7 |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to 50°C |
| Mount | Interchangeable mount; TPU case and tempered glass screen protector included |
| Sensors and positioning | |
| GNSS | Single-band multi-GNSS: BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS |
| Assisted positioning | AGNSS synced automatically over Wi-Fi |
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| Connectivity and storage | |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0, ANT+, Wi-Fi |
| Supported devices | Up to 11 sensors and devices: speed, cadence and combined sensors, heart rate monitors, power meters, smart trainers, radar tail lights, Magene L308 tail light, action cameras, Shimano Di2, SRAM eTap |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Data fields | 110+ in 14 categories |
| Charging | USB-C, 3 hours |
| Apps | OnelapFit; Strava, TrainingPeaks and Komoot |
Battery life
| Mode | Battery life |
|---|---|
| Typical use | 15 to 25 hours, depending on settings and conditions |
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Features
Navigation
- Turn-by-turn map navigation
- Online route re-planning through the OnelapFit app when off course
- Rerouting by Destination Direction or Nearest Intersection
- Routes from OnelapFit, GPX files, past rides or a destination chosen in the app
- North-up or heading-up maps with extra zoom levels
- Routes up to 1,000km
Climbing and segments
- ClimbPro on a loaded route, with elapsed time, remaining distance and ascent, a gradient profile and two custom fields
- Mid-climb entry when a climb is joined partway up
- Strava Segments synced over Wi-Fi, with start alerts, one-tap navigation to a segment start and a custom lead and lag dashboard
Training
- Structured workouts from OnelapFit or TrainingPeaks, indoors or outdoors
- Smart trainer control by target power, resistance or gradient
- Replays a past outdoor ride on a smart trainer
- Switches power source between trainer and power meter
- Cycling dynamics: Power Phase and seated or standing time with Magene P715, plus Platform Centre Offset with Garmin Rally and Favero Assioma
- Laps by location, time or distance
Smart riding assistant
- Controls Magene L508 radar and L308 tail lights, with on-screen vehicle positions
- Conditional commands, for example a high heart rate warning that also vibrates an H803 armband
- Shimano Di2 and SRAM AXS buttons control the computer and Magene devices, with gear and battery display
- Controls DJI and Insta360 action cameras, with ride data overlaid on exported video
- Phone notifications, and time or distance reminders
Ownership
- Resume Later for multi-day rides
- Auto start, auto pause, screen lock, dark mode
- Sensors enabled or disabled without unpairing
- Menus in 16 languages
Ride profiles
C606 V2 has 12 riding modes, two default and ten customisable, each with up to ten data pages.
Magene C606 V2
ClimbPro, live Strava Segments and smart trainer control at a mid-range price.
RRP $159
£174.80 in the UK as a bundle with mount, €169
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Get it nowOrder now – Magene C606 V2 Also sold direct byQuick answers
When was the Magene C606 V2 released?
Magene released the C606 V2 in March 2026, with a UK launch on 19 March 2026. The price is GBP 169 in the UK or USD 159 from magene.com.
What screen size is the C606 V2?
C606 V2 has a 2.8 inch TFT colour touchscreen with auto brightness, plus three buttons.
Does the C606 V2 have maps?
Yes, C606 V2 has turn-by-turn map navigation and re-plans routes through the OnelapFit app on a connected phone when off course. On-device navigation that works offline is limited to the C606 Pro.
What is the C606 V2 battery life?
Magene quotes 15 to 25 hours of typical use, depending on settings and conditions. It charges over USB-C in 3 hours.
How much does the C606 V2 weigh?
C606 V2 weighs 107g, measures 97 x 57 x 17.6mm and is rated IPX7.
Does the C606 V2 have ClimbPro?
Yes, C606 V2 is the cheapest Magene with ClimbPro on a loaded route and live Strava Segments. ClimbPro picks up a climb when it is joined partway up.
Further reading
- Magene bike computers: which one to buy
- Magene C606 review
- Magene C606 gets ClimbPro and Strava Segments
- Magene C606 and C506 firmware 1.953
- Magene C606 Pro specifications
- Magene specifications
Small things I always use
- Garmin 90-degree charging adapter: Charges your Garmin from any USB-C cable. Essential when travelling. I use one.
- Body Glide: The blue anti-chafe stick swimmers and runners carry. I use it.
- Speedo earplugs: Fewer ear infections and no cold-water dizziness. I use them.
- Dryrobe Advance: My winter changing robe for open-water swims. I use one. A cheaper option is the AONYIYI changing robe.
- Maurten: Race fuel that stays easy on the stomach. I use them.
- Beet It Sport nitrate shots: Beetroot shots I take in the days before a race. I use them.
- Garmin charging puck: The quickest way to top up before a session. I use one.
- Injinji: Toe socks that stop rubbing, so you run more. I use them.
- Ultimate toe protectors: Stop black toenails on long runs. They work. I use them.
- Compressport R2 v2 calf sleeves: My calf sleeves of choice. I use them.
- Cellucor C4: My pre-workout before hard sessions.
- TPU tubes: Schwalbe Aerothan, Tubolito and Pirelli SmarTube. Light, tiny spares. I use all three.
- G8 insoles: Adjustable insoles that are good. I use them.
- Cycplus Cube: A 97g electric pump that gets a road tyre rideable in two minutes. I carry one. 5% off with code THE5KRUNNER.
Watches and sensors
- Polar H10: My daily driver for waking HRV.
- Polar Verity Sense: My backup arm-worn HR sensor.
- Nomad bedside charger: Charges my iPhone and Apple Watch overnight. I use it, and many of their bands.
- Train.Red: The best muscle oxygen sensor I’ve used.
- Tymewear: Accurate heart rate and reliable ventilatory zones. I use it to pace endurance rides over an hour.
- Garmin Forerunner 970: A pro-grade triathlon watch. I use this.
- Apple Watch Ultra 4: My daily smartwatch. No phone needed on rides.
- Garmin Fenix 9 Pro: I’ve just bought one.
On the bike
- Continental GP5000 for everyday riding, and Aero 111 on the front for special occasions.
- Helmets: Specialized S-Works Evade 3 for road riding, and Rudy Project Wing for TT-style races. I use both.
- Ravemen FR300: A front light that mounts under your Garmin or Wahoo. I use one.
- Wahoo TRACKR Radar: I use it on one bike and Varia on the other. They perform the same.
- Garmin Varia RTL515: Radar that warns you of cars from behind. I use this model.
- Wahoo ELEMNT Roam 3: The bike computer that’s easy to use. I use mine on most rides.
- Favero Assioma Pro RS2: Accurate power pedals that swap easily between bikes. I use this model.
Home and indoor training
- NPE Runn: Makes my basic treadmill smart, sending more accurate speed and distance to my watch and Zwift. I use it.
- Google Wifi: Keeps Zwift connected in my pain cave. I use it.
- Apple TV 4K: Zwift on the big screen. I use two.
- Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 2nd gen): My video doorbell, running in both Google Home and Apple Home. I use it.
Health, recovery and sleep
- FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus: Shows how my blood sugar responds to diet.
- hDrop: Measures my sweat loss in summer and indoors.
- Fourth Frontier Zone: Checks my heart under load in hard sessions.
- Oura Ring 5: My partner’s recovery tracker of choice.
- Eight Sleep: A cooling mattress cover my partner and I use nightly.
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