Contrary to popular belief, a radar detector is needed not only for those motorists who often break the rules. After all, even a disciplined motorist can sometimes automatically increase speed, for example, getting out of a long traffic jam. And here comes the radar detector, which gives a warning signal.
Modern radar detectors are able to recognize a map of the area using GPS, change the sensitivity in the city and on the highway, and even receive information about speed limits on the road. It is important that the device does not squeak constantly, distracting the driver with false alarms and unnecessary warnings. The most worthy of the models on sale are included in our radar detector rating, compiled on the basis of tests conducted by experts of the publication “Behind the Wheel”.
The updated radar rating of 2016 includes the 5 best models according to customer reviews.
10. Mystery MRD-410VS
The lack of a GPS module prevented us from taking a line higher than this model. The device did not recognize the laser speed meter, reacted to the remaining radars a little later than the other dozens of participants. The advantages of the model include a good screen, a convenient volume control and a low price - 3120 rubles, thanks to which the MRD-410VS the best radar detector in terms of price and quality in our ranking.
9. RT Pilot 21RS
The most expensive radar detector in the rating costs 10,000 rubles. For this considerable amount of money, the user gets a decent technical stuffing, but using the device is not very convenient - controlling functions and sound is confusing and incomprehensible. Although the detection of radars is at a fairly high level with the exception of a laser speed meter.
8. Sho-Me STR-525
The main disadvantage of the model is the lack of GPS. For the rest, for 2,500 rubles, the user gets a good display, convenient controls, and fast downloads. The device recognized all speed detectors except the laser.
7. Neoline X-COP 7500
This model can change the sensitivity depending on the current speed. In the range of the Avtodoria complex, the device indicates the permitted speed. The downside is the failed screen, as well as the speaker located on the bottom of the device. The price of a radar detector is about 5,000 rubles.
6. Street Storm STR-9520EX
The device has GPS, the ability to adjust the speed threshold, the manufacturer’s website has software updates. Experts noted frequent false alerts for laser speed detectors. The price of a radar detector is about 9,000 rubles.
5. Mystery MRD-705GVS
The device is distinguished by good information content, convenient volume control, and good sensitivity. The detector didn’t catch the laser identifier; the experts also noted that the device did not display an alert when leaving the “Autodoria” coverage area. The price of the detector is 4,300 rubles.
4. Supra DRS-iG68VST
Experts noted a convenient update, numerous settings for thresholds, an excellent definition of all radars except laser. Unsuccessful is only the case, made of cheap plastic. The price of the detector is 4,300 rubles.
3. Supra DRS-iG55VST
The advantages of the device is a rich set of settings, ease of software update, excellent sensitivity. The overall impression is spoiled only by the plastic casing glare in the windshield. Price - 3 900 rubles.
2. Silver Stone F1 Z77
The device detects all meters except the laser. Settings allow you to determine the required speed thresholds. By technical characteristics, this model was ahead of everyone. The detector received the second position for not the most successful screen. Price - 4 700 rubles.
1. Sho-Me G-800 STR
The best radar detector sees all speed determinants except the laser. Settings allow you to change the sensitivity, set speed thresholds, mute, compare the current speed with the limit indicated in the database for the specified section of the road.
The price of a radar detector is 4,750 rubles.