The Best Radar Detectors 2025

1. Cobra ESD 9100 - Radar detector - Ultralyte laser (L2), laser, X, K, Ka

Cobra ESD 9100 - radar detector

Detects X, K and Ka Superwide radar bands plus VG-2 360-degree detection of LTI 20-20, Ultra Lyte and Pro lasers Receives safety alert and strobe alert signals Ultrabright data display Signal strength indicators City-highway switch Dimmer for night driving Cannot be used in Virginia, Washington D.C., and most Canadian provinces or in trucks weighing more than 10,000 pounds

2. Cobra ESD 9200 - Radar detector - Ultralyte laser (L2), Pro L3 laser, laser, X, K, Ka

Cobra ESD 9200 - radar detector

360-degree detection of laser signals Detects safety alert transmitters for road hazards and emergency vehicles warnings Strobe alert warns of approaching emergency vehicles using the strobe alert system VG-2 alert and detection immunity High-visibility text display Signal strength indicators Voice alert announces specific band in use City and highway switch to reduce false alerts Electronic memory for radar detector settings Cannot be used in Virginia, Washington D.C., and most Canadian provinces or in trucks weighing more than 10,000 pounds

3. Cobra ESD 9550 - Radar/laser detector - Ultralyte laser (L2), Pro L3 laser, laser, X, K, Ka

The world's first 9-band Radar/Laser Detector represents the ultimate in detection technology. It is designed to maximize your awareness of your driving environment by reducing your risk of accidents and traffic violations. The unit boasts a bunch of useful features, including Safety Alert that warns drivers of emergency vehicles and road hazards from systems equipped with Safety Alert transmitters. A Cobra exclusive StrobeAlert function, works with tens of thousands of emergency vehicles currently equipped with Strobe Alert Systems and provides advanced alert of the presence and/or approach of these vehicles. LaserEye provides 360�� detection of laser signals. VG-2 Alert notifies users when they are under surveillance of VG-2 radar detection. There is also a function that provides immunity to VG-2 detection. DigiView Data Display Provides the user with an easily recognizable digital text display. 8-Point Digital Compass automatically provides an accurate electronic direction reading. Signal Strength Indicators provide the user with relative proximity to the target. AutoMute automatically silences the alert tone for enhanced driver convenience. City/Highway Switch allows the user to select operating mode reducing the frequency of falsing in densely populated urban areas. Dim Mode Switch lets you dim the radar detector display enhancing night driving visibility. Electronic Memory electronically remembers radar detector settings for an indefinite period of time even with the power removed. System Ready Prompt notifies the user that the radar detector has correctly completed a self-test and is ready for operation.

Cobra ESD-9550 Radar/Laser Detector Display Type: LED Display Type: LED Shadow Technology: VG-2 Alert, VG-2 Immunity Detection Area: 360�� Shadow Technology: VG-2 Alert, VG-2 Immunity Detection Area: 360�� Frequency Band: X-band, K-band, Ka Band, Laser Operating Frequency Range: 10.52GHz, 24.125GHz, 34.7GHz Frequency Band: X-band, K-band, Ka Band, Laser Frequency Variation (��): 50 MHz, 100 MHz, 1.30 GHz

4. Cobra ESD 6050 - Radar/laser detector - laser, X, K, Ka

Cobra 6-Band Radar Detector with Safety Alert helps make you more aware of your driving environment. That's why Cobra ESD6050 detectors are designed to help reduce accidents as well as to help reduce traffic violations. Features include X band radar, VG-2 alert system, K band radar, all laser signals, Ka superwide radar, highway/city button, auto mute, and safety alert system. The unit boasts a bunch of useful features, including Safety Alert that warns drivers of emergency vehicles and road hazards from systems equipped with Safety Alert transmitters. VG-2 Alert notifies users when they are under surveillance of VG-2 radar detection. There is also a function that provides immunity to VG-2 detection. Signal Strength Indicators provide the user with relative proximity to the target. AutoMute automatically silences the alert tone for enhanced driver convenience. City/Highway Switch allows the user to select operating mode reducing the frequency of falsing in densely populated urban areas.

Audio signal strength indicators Auto mute City-highway switch Cannot be used in Virginia, Washington D.C., and most Canadian provinces or in trucks weighing more than 10,000 pounds

5. Whistler DE 1730 - Radar/laser detector - laser, X, K, Ka

Whistler DE 1730 - radar/laser detector

Whistler Radar/Laser Detector Display Type: LED Display Type: LED Shadow Technology: VG-2 Alert, VG-2 Immunity Detection Area: 360�� Shadow Technology: VG-2 Alert, VG-2 Immunity Detection Area: 360�� Product Color: Black Product Color: Black Frequency Band: X-band, K-band, Ka Band, Ka Superwide, Laser Frequency Band: X-band, K-band, Ka Band, Ka Superwide, Laser

6. Whistler DE1675 Compass Laser/Radar Detector

Detects all radar, laser and safety radar systems; 360-degree total perimeter protection; digital compass; high-visibility text display

High-visibility text display provides more than 60 easy-to-read messages< Alerts you to VG-2 police surveillance and "conceals" your detector Vehicle battery saver automatically shuts off detector Not for use in Virginia, Washington, D.C. and certain Canadian provinces

7. Whistler DE 1770 - Radar/laser detector - laser, X, K, Ka

Whistler DE 1770 - radar/laser detector

Whistler DE 1770 - Radar/laser detector - laser, X, K, Ka

8. Whistler DE 1765 - Radar/laser detector - laser, X, K, Ka

Whistler DE 1765 - radar/laser detector

Whistler DE 1765 - Radar/laser detector - laser, X, K, Ka

9. PNI RX5000 Radar/Laser Detector

Dim Mode,Dual Mode,Mute Mode,Compass Mode,Instant-On Alert,Safety Warning System,User selectable - brightness, mute and volume control

PNI RX5000 Radar/Laser Detector Shadow Technology: VG-2 Alert Detection Area: 360�� Shadow Technology: VG-2 Alert Detection Area: 360�� Frequency Band: X-band, K-band, Ka Superwide, Laser Operating Frequency Range: 10.525GHz, 24.15GHz, 34.7GHz Frequency Band: X-band, K-band, Ka Superwide, Laser Frequency Variation (��): 50 MHz, 100 MHz, 1.30 GHz

10. PNI RX 5010 - Radar/laser detector - laser, X, K, Ka

PNI RX 5010 - radar/laser detector

Detects X, K, Superwide Ka and Instant-On radar VG-2 detection of radar-detector detectors 360-degree laser coverage Patented magnetic sensor technology for reliable compass readings Altimeter and compass can display readings continuously until radar/laser or safety signals are detected Mounts easily to any windshield or dash Not for use in trucks over 10,000 pounds or in Virginia, Washington, D.C. and certain Canadian provinces