A radar detector is seldom used by people to know beforehand if their speed is being monitored by the law enforcement authorities or the police. This way the driver can reduce their car speed before they get ticketed for it. These radar detectors are illegal in many countries worldwide (check for its legality in your country from the internet). The following article lists down the 10 best radar detectors for your vehicle.
10. Escort Passport S55 Radar Detector ($164.00)
Escort performance S55 is a high-performance Pro radar detector that provides a long-range warning on all radar and laser bands. Its auto-sensitivity unit filters out the noise and false alarms. It is also compatible with ESCORT live, a ticket protection network that warns you of upcoming alerts reported by other users in the area and gives access to local speed limit data for over-speeding alerts. It is easy to install and picks up radar signals around corners and through hills. On the highway, it can detect speed trap of up to 2-3 miles. It monitors all popular bands like K, Ka, X, and Pop Instant-on, and can also detect laser. It doesn’t have a USB or an audio port.
“From using it around town and on the highway, it picks up radar signals from a great distance, and the alerts give you enough time to slow down to avoid any problems.
It’s a great detector, and for the price, it’s hard to beat.” – Amazon’s Customer Review.
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9. Whistler XTR-145 Radar Detector ($35.06)
Whistler XTR -145 is easy-to-read radar detector featuring low-profile periscopes and covers a maximum of 360 degrees. You can set your alert priority, and the patented VG-2 cloaking technology makes you invisible to all the radar detectors. This is one solid detector with decent sensitivity and modest false alarming.
“This XTR-145 is a no-frills, good quality detector. As someone who goes only 5-10 MPH at most over the speed limit, I wanted something that would give me a heads-up about speed traps — and thus far, this detector has met my expectations.”
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8. Escort Max ll HD Radar Detector ($399.99)
Escort Max Radar II has built-in Bluetooth wireless technology featuring a new receiver with advanced military technology. It also has a new multi-color OLED display that can be set up for your particular type of driving and personal preference. This is an accomplished plug-and-play detector that can be easily mounted on your car. It is faster, has a long range, and can automatically detect electric range in the areas where you drive and learn to remove them over time. The range you get is comparable to the best and most expensive detectors.
“Very capable all-around plug-and-play radar detector.” – Amazon’s Customer Review.
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7. Beltronics Vector V995 Radar Detector ($169.00)
This radar detector includes X, K, SuperWide, and Ka bands detecting ability as well as front and rear laser detection ability. The varactor-tuned receiver provides long-range protection against all radar threats, and the new auto-scan mode has reduced the number of false alarms. The bright and clear text can be read from any angle, and it is immune to the VG-2 radar detector. The tech mode shows you the frequency of the radar to distinguish between genuine and false alarms. It has an integrated smart plug cord with a mute button. The response time might be a little slow as compared to the expensive radar detectors.
“Overall it is worth the money for what it is. If you’re desperate for a detector and on a budget, I would recommend it.” – Amazon’s Customer Review.
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6. Valentine One Radar Detector ($479.95)
Valentine protects all the popular bands as well as covers 360 degrees all around. It also has an integrated rear radar antenna and directional indicators with an arrow. The detection range is incredible, and it can track multiple targets at the same time. It also tells when you have passed your target and allows variable volume settings and one-touch mute. The display has one LED for all types of bands. Hence, you have to look for what band is it signaling. The visor mount is okay, but the glass mount is excellent.
“Highly recommended/don’t leave home without it. I liked mine so much that I have just bought another one for my
wife.” – Amazon’s Customer Review.
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5. Whistler Cr90 Laser Radar Detector ($165.99)
This radar detector has six modes for filters, and you can also set your alert priority. It has an integrated external audio jack and high gain lens.
“I consider this Whistler CR90 a value-buy worth looking into (also I got the Rogue Radar Mount R2011-103-WHIST-CYL-RM). Both the radar and the mount are well-made products, and because they both serve the designed purpose, I give a five star for its practical application and cost.” – Amazon’s Customer Review.
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4.Escort Solo S3 Cordless Radar Detector ($269.99)
This radar detector features Superheterodyne, GaAs FET VCO, scanning frequency discriminator, a digital signal processing unit, and has a high-resolution OLED display. It requires two AAA batteries to function and has nine programmable features while allowing you to customise according to your needs. It doesn’t require car charger to stay on and doesn’t have GPS capability.
“I just completed a 1200 mile, 20-hour drive (Seattle to San Diego) in a rental car with the Solo 3 was thoroughly impressed. I use NiMH rechargeable batteries, and they are still at 75% charge after the long drive and three extra days driving around. For some reason, the detector never went off in Oregon. But I always had about 5+ seconds advanced warning of radar in California. I did go into the settings and use the customising option to see the distinct radar types that I highly recommend. I love the auto-black out and auto-muting function. This is a significant factor saving the battery, as well as handy not to have to reach up and press the mute button every time you drive by a grocery store door or run radar emplacement. I like the visibility of the display. I find it easy to read in the day and the night. On a negative side, I was a bit disappointed in the overall size.” – Amazon’s Customer Review.
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3. Cobra XRS9370 Radar Detector ($76.34)
The super fast unit provides long-range detection and best possible warnings for even the fastest radars out there. The pop mode detects the fastest radar guns, and the VG-2 detects when you are under surveillance of radar detectors. The highway mode reduces the false alarms by sticking to few required bands only. It detects all 14 radar/laser bands and provides 360 degrees protection.
“Works great. Detected an alarm at least a mile away. For the price, it works great.” – Amazon’s Customer Review.
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2. Escort Passport 8500X50 Radar Detector ($169.00)
This is an ultra-protector from all bands enabling 360 degrees radar and laser detection. It has an integrated digital processing unit and auto-sensitive mode that disables false alarms. The EX-programming provides instant customization. It has a great range and gives the user plenty of warning time. The menus are relatively easy to navigate and allow the user to customise. The display is nice and bright with vibrant colors while enabling the user to see from all angles and in all lighting situations. Stays in place firmly!
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1. Escort Passport 9500ix ($329.99)
Escort Passport 9500ix alerts the user with crystal clear, high-quality voice, and has a high-resolution display. You can set your preferences and priorities. The system has a safety warning system and comes with a user manual. This GPS has a lockout capability and can auto-learn false signals too for blocking them in future. You can also update it with the latest speed and traffic cameras around your area.
“THE WINNER, and better detector where it matters most” – Amazon’s Customer Review.
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