What radar detector preforms better?

Question

I am looking at 2 different radar detectors, both priced equally. One is the Whistler XTR-190, the other a Cobra XRS 9330. I have been told that the Whistler has POP coverage where the Cobra doesn't.. but I don't know which one actually preforms better or if the POP even matters.

http://www.buyradardetectors.com/Products/Radar-Detector-Comparison.aspx?product1=447&product2=354

There is a comparison between the two.

Which one actually preforms better and should be bought?
(If it helps at all, I live in Southern California)

Answer 1

If you are considering Whistler, I would personally recommend either their latest models: Whistler Pro-78 or Whsitler XTR-690. They are stellar performers for the money.

Below is a detailed review of them:

http://www.laserveil.com/whistler/pro-78/xtr-690/

For Cobra, the R7 and R9G are the newest models, with the 9930 being the equivalent conventional windshield-mount version:

http://www.laserveil.com/cobra/xrs/r7/r9g/

For my money, I suggest the Whistler Pro 78.

Good luck.

Answer 2

Anything is better than a cobra but honestly the are both bad performing detectors!!!
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To me the best bang for your bunch radar detector is the BEL 955, for $179 at RadarBusters.com. The BEL 955 is not the best but it is certainly up there with the top 3 radar detectors [Escort 8500 X50($300), BEL RX65 ($329.99), and Valentine 1($400)] I personally have a BEL Vector 995($270) and Valentine 1($400) and their is only a slight difference in detection range. I like both detectors equally due to their unique features.

The BEST radar detector is relative to the features you like/need.....There are 5 radar detectors with equal performance in most respects and will save you tickets contrary to what some will tell you. The Top 5 radar detectors are (in no specific order) the:
BEL RX65
BEL STi
Escort 8500 X50
Escort 9500i
Valentine 1

I personally use the Valentine 1 as well as the BEL vector 995 both have saved me huge fines when dealing with police radar. But for dealing with Laser you really needs a laser jammer (illegal in some states) I use a Blinder M20 and Anti-Laser laser jammers on my Volvo along with VEIL stealth coating and LaserShield plate cover.

For those that say a radar detector is just a ticket notifier obviously don't have experience with a top level detector. Ask any of my friends that ride in my car. My detectors both sniff out cops easily and give me plenty of time to slow down when usually going 10-15mph over the limit.

For test results of pretty much all laser jammers and radar detectors....Check out these links:
http://guysoflidar.com/testing.html
http://www.laserveil.com/radardetectorsbuyersguide/
http://www.laserveil.com/laser-detector-performance/
To see videos of these stealth measures in action go here
http://www.radardetector.net/viewforum.php?f=20

Radar detectors are only illegal in Virginia and Washington DC.

Answer 3

I prefer the Valentine One. It will notify you if there are multiple radars out there and it will show you what direction they are from you. So if you pass one police car and your radar detector goes off, it will show you that there is another one still in front of you.

With more police going to the laser guns, you are pretty much shafted. When it goes off, the detector will scream, but the cop already has a beam on you and you are had. So the best thing is to save your money and slow down.

Answer 4

usually a cobra would be the choice, but in all reality when a radar detector goes off -its time to pull over and get your license and registration out

Answer 5

Dont worry about it, dont speed, save your money. that technology is always changing, and the smokey, has unlimited funds to get the next best thing, to counter what you just bought, that is 2 years old.

Answer 6

why get a detector, when you can get a jammer instead!
Rocky Mountain radar.. illegal in CA, you have to buy it out of state.

Answer 7

none beats the excort 8500