Magene P715 SPD-SL Pedal Power Meter Review

Why It Matters

The P715 delivers affordable, accurate dual‑sided power data, reshaping the value proposition for road cyclists and intensifying price competition among premium pedal‑based power meters.

Key Takeaways

• Magene P715 pedals cost $499 US, priced competitively in market.
• Dual-sided power measurement delivers ±1% accuracy and ANT+ metrics.
• Battery lasts 120 hours, outperforming many competing pedal meters.
• Firmware issue with power phase start fixed by April 2026 update.
• External pod design adds weight and limits to road pedal systems.

Summary

The video reviews Magene’s P715 SPD‑SL power‑meter pedals, focusing on the Shimano‑compatible version purchased in Australia for roughly $800 AUD (~$499 US). Released globally in mid‑2025, the P715 follows the earlier P705 and offers dual‑sided power measurement, carbon‑fiber bodies, and a detachable battery pod similar in size to Wahoo’s Powerlink. Key specifications include ±1% power accuracy, ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity, 120‑hour battery life, and a stack height of 13 mm for the Shimano model. At $499 US the pedal sits just above budget rivals, prompting competitors like Favero to match its price, effectively sparking a pricing operation in the dual‑sided pedal market. Data from indoor and outdoor tests show the P715 tracking within a few watts of reference meters such as the Garmin Tacx Neo 3M and PowerTap G3, with strong sprint performance after an initial zero‑offset. A noted firmware quirk locked the power‑phase start at 0°, which Magene confirmed will be fixed by April 2026, and Bluetooth showed higher wattage during coasting compared to ANT+. The review concludes that the P715 offers solid accuracy, long battery life, and replaceable pedal bodies at a price that makes dual‑sided power meters accessible, though its external pod and slightly higher weight keep it behind premium options. Cyclists weighing cost versus performance will find the P715 a compelling entry point, especially if they stay on the road‑specific SPD‑SL platform.

Original Description

The Magene P715 delivers solid, within-spec power data and performs well as a pedal, backed by excellent battery life and solid durability. However, in a competitive market, its external pod design, limited feature set, and now price parity with stronger alternatives make it a tougher sell. This video dives deeper into the data than anyone really needs, including the latest updates on the new pedal body replacements.

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Video Index:

0:00 Intro

0:32 Product History

0:45 Availability Restrictions

1:10 Technical Specifications

2:24 Pedal Weight

2:41 Pricing

3:22 Activation, Installation, Use

4:05 Data Review - Intro

4:31 Data Review - Indoor

7:54 Data Review - Outdoor

9:33 Pedal Phase Start - It's always 0°

9:49 ANT vs Bluetooth - Sticky Cadence/Watts

11:08 Summary / Take Outs

11:34 Comparisons and Market Positioning

12:32 Pros and Cons

14:05 Wrap Up

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