\u20ac750 \/ $759 as tested\u00a0<\/li>

Pros: <\/strong>Accurate; reliable; easy to set up<\/li>

Cons:<\/strong> Not much<\/li><\/ul>
The Favero Assioma PRO MX pedals may seem extortionately expensive, but they undercut the power meter pedal competition while performing exceptionally well.\u00a0<\/p>
Our tester, Simon von Bromley, found these power meter pedals to deliver accurate and reliable data measurements, making them a good bet for training with power or racing.<\/p>
He also admired the durable metal pedal body, which delivers secure and snappy cleat engagement and enables you to adjust the tension easily.\u00a0<\/p>
Elsewhere, there is good battery life and a low weight.\u00a0<\/p>
Are these the best off-road power meter pedals? Quite possibly.\u00a0<\/p>
Read our full Favero Assioma PRO MX review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Shimano PD-M520 pedals<\/h3>

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The Shimano PD-M520 pedals are cheap and reliable. – Oliver Woodman \/ Immediate Media Co<\/figcaption><\/figure>
\u00a336.99 \/ $50 \/ \u20ac48 \/ AU$71 as tested<\/li>
Pros: <\/strong>Great value; reliable and simple<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Not the best-looking <\/li><\/ul>
A rare combination of great value, consistent performance and durability earn Shimano’s entry-level M520 clipless pedals a five-star rating.<\/p>
A popular option for mountain biking, gravel riding and commuting<\/a> alike, the pedal shares the same mechanism for entry and release as the pricer Shimano XT and XTR models, but with different materials adding a little weight.<\/p>
Despite the M520’s great durability, should total failure occur, replacements are delightfully reasonable, with some online prices as low as \u00a320.<\/p>
Read our full Shimano PD-M520 pedal review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Ritchey Comp XC<\/h3>

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$\"Ritchey$
A marker helps set equal entry and release tension on each side. – Katherine Moore \/Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
\u00a355 \/ $70 \/ \u20ac65 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Good value; easy action <\/li>
Cons: <\/strong>Paint can wear<\/li><\/ul>
The Ritchey Comp XCs are stylish and svelte SPD pedals with a cageless design. Costing half as much as the brand’s elite WCS XC pedals, these gravel bike pedals are top value and serviceable.<\/p>
The Comp XC pedals work with standard SPD cleats and are easy to clip in and out of. Tension adjustment is also straightforward.<\/p>
They come in an array of colours, but the paint is susceptible to scuffing.<\/p>
Read our full Ritchey Comp XC review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Shimano PD-ME700<\/h3>

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$\"Shimano$
The platform is similar to that on flat mountain bike pedals, but with dual-sided entry. – Katherine Moore \/Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
\u00a355 \/ $66 \/ \u20ac65 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Servicing is easy; simple tension adjustment<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Shoe support could be improved<\/li><\/ul>
The Shimano PD-ME700s are SPD pedals that give more foot support than narrower gravel bike pedals.<\/p>
A larger surface area makes them heavier than some competitors, though.<\/p>
Their quality build and serviceability means they could last for years at a reasonable cost.<\/p>
Entry and release tension is widely adjustable on the pedal body and the PD-ME700 gives a sensible degree of float.<\/p>
Read our full Shimano PD-ME700 review <\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Time ATAC XC4<\/h3>

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$\"Time$
Time deserves more recognition for its gravel bike pedals. – Katherine Moore \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
\u00a361 \/ $79 \/ \u20ac69 \/ AU$119 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Lightweight; generous float; easy to clip out<\/li>
Cons: <\/strong>Cleat isn’t cross-compatible <\/li><\/ul>
The Time ATAC XC4s are among the lightest gravel bike pedals and shed mud effectively.<\/p>
It didn’t take long to become comfortable with Time’s own cleat engagement system. Once clipped in to the ATAC XC4, you’re unlikely to accidentally slip out and there’s an adequate amount of float.<\/p>
However, these gravel bike pedals only work with Time cleats.<\/p>
Unlike on Shimano pedals, where you can tweak the entry and release tension with an Allen key, you have to buy different cleats to alter the force required to clip in and out. Otherwise they are serviceable.<\/p>
Read our full Time ATAC XC4 review <\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Garmin Rally XC<\/h3>
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Power measurement is accurate, but these expensive pedals are relatively heavy. – Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
\u00a3619.99 (single-sided) \/ \u00a31,060 (dual) as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Reliable and accurate power data; uses Shimano cleats<\/li>
Cons: <\/strong>Deeper than regular SPD pedals<\/li><\/ul>
Garmin’s latest pedal-based power meter<\/a> proved reliable and accurate in our testing, suggesting these are a wise choice for riders looking to get valuable training data while out on their gravel bike.<\/p>
Given they’re a pedal-based system, they’re easily swapped between bikes, further improving their utility for those who may also be jumping on a mountain bike<\/a>. You can also swap the pedal body to work with road cleats, making them some of the most versatile pedals around.<\/p>
We like the use of a Shimano cleat, so if you’re already using SPD shoes and pedals, you won’t need to worry about having separate shoes for different bikes.<\/p>
The pedals are deeper than regular SPD pedals, so if you suffer from rock strikes it might be worth bearing this in mind. Functionally, though, they feel and operate identically to Shimano’s excellent pedals, with the addition of decent power measurement, plenty of battery life and seamless integration with a Garmin bike computer<\/a>.<\/p>
While a pair are fairly pricey, the single-sided option will give you a reasonable guide to your power performance.<\/p>
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Also consider\u2026<\/h2>
The following pedals scored fewer than four stars, but are still worth considering if they suit your needs and budget. <\/p>
LOOK X-Track Race Carbon<\/h3>

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$\"Look$
The X-Track Race Carbon pedals’ performance is high-level, but so is the price. – Katherine Moore \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
\u00a3114 \/ $140 \/ \u20ac114 as tested<\/li>
Pros: <\/strong>Easy engagement; stable; serviceable<\/li>
Cons:<\/strong> Heavy; expensive; sharp edges<\/li><\/ul>
Shoe engagement is easy with the LOOK X-Track Race Carbon, if you’re used to Shimano SPD pedals. LOOK’s top-of-the-range off-road pedals are readily serviceable too.<\/p>
However, the X-Track Race Carbon pedals are rather chunky and expensive. These racy gravel bike pedals are ill-suited to going off the beaten track because the sharp edges could gouge your ankles as you push your bike uphill.<\/p>
Read our full LOOK X-Track Race Carbon pedals review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Crankbrothers Candy 1<\/h3>

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$\"Crankbrothers$
The Candy 1 pedals are cheerfully coloured and fairly cheap. – Katherine Moore \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>
\u00a357 \/ $60 \/ \u20ac60 as tested<\/li>
Pros:<\/strong> Fun colours; easily serviced<\/li>
Cons: <\/strong>Pedal body not that durable; can look dirty quickly<\/li><\/ul>
The Crankbrothers Candy 1 gravel bike pedals are light, simple to service and rarely clog up with mud.<\/p>
However, you have to switch cleats to change entry and release tension and the engagement system itself might be foreign to SPD habitu\u00e9s.<\/p>
Read our full Crankbrothers Candy 1 pedals review <\/a><\/li><\/ul>
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Also consider\u2026<\/h2>The following pedals scored fewer than four stars, but are still worth considering if they suit your needs and budget. <\/p>

Also consider\u2026<\/h2>
The following pedals scored fewer than four stars, but are still worth considering if they suit your needs and budget. <\/p>