There's something brilliant about heading out on your bike without having every turning planned down to the last metre. A new road, an unfamiliar trail or a slightly ambitious detour can turn an ordinary ride into a proper adventure. The Garmin Edge Explore 3 Plus is built to make those moments easier, giving you the confidence to explore with detailed maps, clear navigation and some seriously clever technology. It's like having a knowledgeable local cyclist showing you around, only this one doesn't disappear up the road whenever there's a hill.
The Explore 3 Plus brings together a responsive colour touchscreen, bike-specific routing and hands-free voice control to make navigating feel wonderfully straightforward. Its built-in microphone lets you access supported functions without taking your hands off the bars, while the speaker delivers audible navigation prompts and alerts. Garmin's intelligent route planning helps you discover suitable roads and trails, and compatibility with Bosch, Shimano and other supported eBike systems brings battery information, assistance levels and smart range routing directly onto the screen. With up to 14 hours of battery life in demanding use and an impressive 48 hours in Battery Saver mode, it's ready for some seriously long days of exploring. Now you just need to remember where you've parked the car.
Hands-Free Voice Control – Built-in microphone allows you to access supported functions and ask questions without taking your hands off the handlebars
Integrated Speaker – Audible turn-by-turn directions, road hazard warnings and supported message alerts help keep you informed while riding
Responsive Colour Touchscreen – Clear, intuitive display puts detailed maps, navigation and ride information within easy reach
Advanced Bike-Specific Navigation – Intelligent routing helps identify suitable roads and trails for road, gravel and mountain biking
Multiple Route Options – Compare suggested routes based on available riding time, elevation gain, bike type and other preferences
Free Flow Routing – Helps find routes with fewer junctions, stops and interruptions, keeping your ride moving smoothly
Trendline Popularity Routing – Uses popular routes travelled by other Garmin cyclists to help discover established cycling roads and trails
High-Zoom Road Visibility – Detailed mapping reveals smaller roads and hidden routes that might otherwise be difficult to spot
Up Ahead Points Of Interest – Displays upcoming cafés, water fountains, public toilets and other selected locations along your planned route
Detailed Course Previews – Review distance, elevation, estimated riding time, road surfaces and reported hazards before setting off
Turn-By-Turn Navigation – Clear visual and audible directions help you follow unfamiliar routes with confidence
Back To Start Navigation – Find your way back to your starting point when it's time to head home. Particularly useful when your spontaneous detour becomes slightly too spontaneous.
Google Maps & Apple Maps Pin Navigation – Send compatible map locations directly to your Edge for bike-specific directions
On-Device Course Creation – Plan and create routes directly on the touchscreen without needing another device
Road Surface Information – View paved and unpaved sections to help understand what lies ahead
ClimbPro Ascent Planner – See remaining climbing distance and gradient to help manage your effort on longer ascents
Road Hazard Alerts – Receive supported cyclist-reported warnings about potholes, road closures and other potential hazards
Voice-Enabled Hazard Reporting – Contribute supported road hazard reports using hands-free voice commands
Up To 48 Hours Battery Life – Extended operation in Battery Saver mode supports longer cycling adventures
14 Hours In Demanding Use – Designed to provide dependable battery performance with more demanding settings enabled
eBike System Compatibility – Connect with supported Bosch, Shimano and other compatible eBike systems for additional ride information
eBike Battery & Assistance Display – View compatible battery status, remaining range and assistance levels directly on the Edge
Smart eBike Range Routing – Receive route suggestions and range information based on supported eBike battery and assistance data
Garmin Link Smartwatch Integration – Automatically connects to compatible Garmin watches for convenient access to wrist-based heart rate information
Garmin Coach Cycling Plans – Follow personalised beginner-friendly training plans and guided workouts with compatible heart rate equipment
Daily Suggested Workouts – Receive training suggestions informed by available fitness and performance data
Recovery Adviser – Provides estimated recovery recommendations to help plan your next demanding session
Fitness & Performance Insights – Track estimated VO2 max, functional threshold power and other supported cycling metrics
Nutrition & Hydration Reminders – Customisable alerts help remind you to eat and drink during longer rides
Real-Time Weather Information – View supported weather radar and wind direction overlays when connected to a compatible smartphone
Garmin Varia Compatibility – Connect compatible rearview radar and smart lighting accessories for additional riding awareness
LiveTrack Location Sharing – Allow selected friends and family to follow your ride location through supported smartphone connectivity
Incident Detection – Can send your location to configured assistance contacts after certain detected incidents
PIN-Protected Bike Alarm – Provides smartphone notifications if movement is detected while the alarm is armed
Find My Edge – View the last known device location through Garmin Connect
Garmin Messenger Compatibility – Exchange supported text and voice messages using a connected smartphone
Garmin Share – Transfer compatible saved locations, courses and workouts between supported Garmin devices
Third-Party Route Synchronisation – Import compatible courses from Strava, Komoot and Ride with GPS
Wi-Fi Map Management – Download, update and manage compatible maps directly through the device
Smart Trainer Compatibility – Pair with compatible indoor trainers to record and monitor indoor cycling sessions
Garmin Connect Synchronisation – Review rides, monitor fitness progress, plan routes and manage activities through Garmin Connect
Connect IQ Customisation – Add compatible data fields, widgets and applications to personalise your cycling computer
The Garmin Edge Explore 3 Plus is the sort of cycling computer that makes you want to find out what's around the next corner. Its straightforward navigation takes the stress out of unfamiliar routes, while voice control and connected features keep useful information close at hand. It's particularly clever for eBike riders, with integrated battery information and route planning that understands your available range. Garmin has made exploring feel wonderfully accessible, leaving you with fewer reasons to ride the same old route every weekend. Although that café stop you love is still a perfectly acceptable excuse.