Which Favero Power Meter Pedals Are Right for You?

Trying to choose the right Favero power meter pedals? The short version is this:

Start with your cleats and riding style, then decide whether you want single-sided or dual-sided power measurement.

Favero makes excellent pedal-based power meters, but the range can look a bit confusing at first. There’s UNO, DUO, PRO RS, PRO RL, PRO MX, plus Shimano-compatible, Look-compatible and SPD-compatible options.

Once you know what cleats you use and what type of riding you’re doing, the right Favero pedals become much easier to pick.

So here’s the simple Trev’s guide.

Quick answer

Choose based on this:

Then decide:

• Single-sided = lower price, measures one side and estimates total power

• Dual-sided = measures both legs separately for true left/right data

For most riders, single-sided is enough to start training with power. If you want more complete data, left/right balance, or you’re serious about training, racing, rehab or bike fit, dual-sided is the better option.

First: what cleats do you use?

This is the bit to get right before anything else.

Favero power meter pedals are not all compatible with the same cycling shoes and cleats.

Shimano SPD-SL road cleats

If you ride road pedals with Shimano SPD-SL cleats, look at:

• Favero Assioma PRO RS-1 — single-sided

• Favero Assioma PRO RS — dual-sided

These are the ones for Shimano road pedal users.

Look Keo-style road cleats

If you ride road pedals with Look Keo-compatible cleats, look at:

• Favero Assioma UNO — single-sided

• Favero Assioma DUO — dual-sided

• Favero Assioma PRO RL — Look Keo-compatible PRO road pedals

These are for road riders using Look-style cleats, not Shimano SPD-SL.

SPD gravel, MTB or cyclocross cleats

If you ride gravel, MTB, CX or cross-country and use SPD-style cleats, look at:

• Favero Assioma PRO MX-1 — single-sided

• Favero Assioma PRO MX-2 — dual-sided

These are the off-road Favero power meter pedals.

Single-sided vs dual-sided: what’s the difference?

This is the next big decision.

Single-sided power meter pedals

Single-sided models measure power from one pedal, usually the left, then estimate your total power output.

At Trev’s, the single-sided Favero options include:

• Favero Assioma UNO

• Favero Assioma PRO RS-1

• Favero Assioma PRO MX-1

Single-sided is a good choice if you want reliable power data for training, pacing and tracking progress without paying for a dual-sided setup.

It’s usually the sensible starting point for riders who want to train with power but don’t need every advanced metric under the sun.

Dual-sided power meter pedals

Dual-sided models measure power from both pedals, giving you true left/right measurement and more complete pedalling data.

At Trev’s, the dual-sided Favero options include:

• Favero Assioma DUO

• Favero Assioma PRO RS

• Favero Assioma PRO MX-2

Dual-sided is the better choice if you want left/right balance, more detailed power data, or a clearer picture of how each leg is working.

It’s useful for serious training, racing, rehab, bike fit work, or riders who just want the most complete data available.

Favero Assioma PRO RS-1: best for Shimano SPD-SL riders wanting single-sided power

Choose the Favero Assioma PRO RS-1 if you ride road bikes, use Shimano SPD-SL cleats, and want a clean single-sided power meter pedal setup.

This is a good option if you’re starting to train with power and want the current Favero PRO platform without jumping straight to dual-sided pricing.

The PRO RS-1 measures from the left pedal and estimates your total power output. You still get the main numbers most riders use: power and cadence, plus useful advanced metrics depending on your device and connection type.

Best for

• Road riders using Shimano SPD-SL cleats

• Riders starting with power-based training

• Indoor and outdoor training

• Pacing climbs, intervals and longer road rides

• Riders who want power data without changing cranksets

Trev’s take

If you’re already on Shimano SPD-SL cleats and want to start training with power, this is the tidy single-sided option. It gives you useful data without the bigger spend of dual-sided pedals.

Favero Assioma PRO RS: best for Shimano SPD-SL riders wanting dual-sided power

Choose the Favero Assioma PRO RS if you use Shimano SPD-SL cleats and want true dual-sided power measurement.

This is the more complete Shimano-compatible road option. Instead of measuring one side and estimating the rest, the dual-sided version measures power from both pedals.

That means you can see left/right balance and get more detailed pedalling data.

Best for

• Road riders using Shimano SPD-SL cleats

• Riders who want true left/right measurement

• Serious training and racing

• Riders tracking balance, efficiency or technique

• Anyone who wants the most complete Shimano-compatible Favero road setup

Trev’s take

If you’re a Shimano SPD-SL rider and want the full picture, go dual-sided. More spend, yes. More data, also yes.

Favero Assioma PRO RL: best for road riders using Look Keo-compatible cleats

Choose the Favero Assioma PRO RL if you ride road and use Look Keo-compatible cleats.

The PRO RL is Favero’s newer Look-compatible road power meter pedal platform. It’s a clean option for road riders who want a lightweight pedal-based power meter with rechargeable battery life and a modern pedal body.

This is the one to look at if you’re on Look-style cleats and want Favero’s newer PRO road design.

Best for

• Road riders using Look Keo-compatible cleats

• Riders wanting a newer Favero road pedal platform

• Indoor and outdoor training

• Race bikes, training bikes and smart trainer setups

• Riders who want accurate power without changing drivetrain parts

Trev’s take

If you’re on Look Keo-style cleats and want the newer Favero PRO road setup, the PRO RL is the obvious place to look.

Favero Assioma UNO: best for a proven single-sided road power meter

Choose the Favero Assioma UNO if you want a proven single-sided Favero road power meter pedal and you use compatible Look-style road cleats.

The UNO measures from the left pedal and estimates total power output. It’s simple, reliable, rechargeable, and still a very solid option for riders who want to train with power without needing dual-sided data.

Best for

• Road riders wanting single-sided power

• Riders using compatible Look-style cleats

• Indoor and outdoor training

• Riders wanting a lower-cost way into power data

• Anyone who wants simple, useful training numbers

Trev’s take

The UNO is a sensible choice if you want power and cadence data without overcomplicating the bike or emptying the wallet.

Favero Assioma DUO: best for dual-sided Look-style road power

Choose the Favero Assioma DUO if you use compatible Look-style road cleats and want true dual-sided power measurement.

The DUO measures both left and right legs, giving you more complete data than the UNO. That makes it better for riders who want to track left/right balance, pedalling efficiency and more detailed training metrics.

Best for

• Road riders using compatible Look-style cleats

• Riders who want true dual-sided measurement

• Serious training and racing

• Indoor and outdoor sessions

• Riders who want more detailed pedalling data

Trev’s take

The DUO is the more complete option if you like the Assioma road pedal system but want power data from both legs.

Favero Assioma PRO MX-1: best for gravel and MTB riders wanting single-sided power

Choose the Favero Assioma PRO MX-1 if you ride gravel, MTB XC or cyclocross, use SPD-style cleats, and want reliable power data without going dual-sided.

The MX-1 measures from the left pedal and estimates total power output. It’s built for off-road use, so it makes more sense for gravel and MTB riders than trying to use a road pedal power meter where it doesn’t belong.

Best for

• Gravel riders

• MTB XC riders

• Cyclocross riders

• Riders using SPD-style cleats

• Riders wanting off-road power data at a lower price

• Anyone who wants to move a power meter between compatible gravel/MTB bikes

Trev’s take

If you ride gravel or MTB and want power without paying for dual-sided, this is the one. Proper off-road pedal format, useful power data, less spend.

Favero Assioma PRO MX-2: best for gravel and MTB riders wanting dual-sided power

Choose the Favero Assioma PRO MX-2 if you ride gravel, MTB XC or cyclocross and want true dual-sided power measurement.

The MX-2 has sensors in both pedals, so it gives you left/right power data instead of estimating total power from one side.

This is the more complete off-road Favero setup.

Best for

• Gravel riders training seriously

• MTB XC and cyclocross riders

• Riders who want true left/right off-road power data

• Racing, structured training and performance tracking

• Riders wanting the most complete Favero MTB/gravel power pedal setup

Trev’s take

The MX-2 is the full off-road option. If you want power data from both legs on gravel or MTB, this is the one to go for.

What about the upgrade kits?

Some Favero systems can be upgraded from single-sided to dual-sided later.

That can be handy if you want to start with a single-sided option now, then add the second power sensor later instead of buying a full new set.

At Trev’s, we also stock Favero upgrade and replacement parts, including MX upgrade kits and replacement sensors. These are useful if you already own compatible Favero pedals and want to upgrade or repair rather than replace the whole system.

So, which Favero power meter should you buy?

Here’s the quick decision guide.

Choose Favero Assioma PRO RS-1 if:

You ride road, use Shimano SPD-SL cleats, and want single-sided power measurement.

Choose Favero Assioma PRO RS if:

You ride road, use Shimano SPD-SL cleats, and want true dual-sided power measurement.

Choose Favero Assioma PRO RL if:

You ride road, use Look Keo-compatible cleats, and want Favero’s newer PRO road pedal platform.

Choose Favero Assioma UNO if:

You ride road, use compatible Look-style cleats, and want a proven single-sided power meter pedal.

Choose Favero Assioma DUO if:

You ride road, use compatible Look-style cleats, and want dual-sided power data.

Choose Favero Assioma PRO MX-1 if:

You ride gravel, MTB XC or cyclocross, use SPD-style cleats, and want single-sided off-road power measurement.

Choose Favero Assioma PRO MX-2 if:

You ride gravel, MTB XC or cyclocross, use SPD-style cleats, and want true dual-sided off-road power measurement.

Final Trev’s take

Don’t start by asking, “Which Favero is best?”

Start with:

1. What cleats do I use?

2. Do I ride road or gravel/MTB?

3. Do I want single-sided or dual-sided power?

Once you answer those, the right Favero power meter becomes much easier to pick.

For most riders, single-sided is plenty to start training with power. For riders who want the most complete data, dual-sided is worth looking at.

And if you’re still not sure, get in touch, always happy to help.