Question 1

Which is better, Garmin Varia RTL515 Radar Tail Light or Cygolite Metro Pro 1100 USB Headlight?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Garmin Varia RTL515 Radar Tail Light scores higher overall at 9/10. The Garmin Varia RTL515 Radar Tail Light scored 9/10 and the Cygolite Metro Pro 1100 USB Headlight scored 8.5/10 in our Best Bike Lights and Safety Tech for Cycling 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Garmin Varia RTL515 Radar Tail Light worth it over the Cygolite Metro Pro 1100 USB Headlight?

Accepted Answer

The Garmin Varia RTL515 Radar Tail Light scores 9/10 while the Cygolite Metro Pro 1100 USB Headlight scores 8.5/10. The Garmin Varia RTL515 Radar Tail Light is our "Best Bike Radar" pick in the Best Bike Lights and Safety Tech for Cycling 2026 category.

Garmin Varia RTL515 Radar Tail Light vs Cygolite Metro Pro 1100 USB Headlight: Which to Buy?