Before you buy a radar detector, you need to be confident that the company supplying the unit is reliable, and that the radar detector you buy is suitable for your use. I recommend that you buy a radar detector that is also a laser detector - in other words, it will detect speed traps where the police are using either a radar detector of any waveband or a laser detection device.

Among the well-know makers of radar detectors are Escort, Beltronics, Whistler, Cobra, Valentine One and K40, but there are several other companies out there which can supply good equipment.

Obviously, if you live in an area where the police use laser detectors, then an old-fashioned radar detector would not be suitable. So the suitability for you is the first requirement.

Once you know the type of radar that is used in your area, it is easier to choose a suitable machine - but don't forget that if you travel much, you will go into areas with different equipment. Also, you are less likely to be aware of where the police are likely to set up traps outside your area

Radar detectors based on new developments give better protection There have been a lot of developments in radar detectors over the past few years, so you need to make sure that the manufacturer or supplier has up-to-date technology. For example, do they just tell you with an audible warning of a detection device ahead, or do they also send out jamming signals.



Which is best depends on whether detectors are legal or not. Some that send jamming signals are likely to trigger a device that detects radar detectors. If it is illegal to use radar detectors, the police may use these devices.

Not only is it important to choose the technology that is needed, but you may want to look for those companies that go beyond this. For example, they may provide for you the best level of protection based on a new system. For example, some of those that work from the license plate level are the most beneficial.

Of course, price is important. You need to choose a company that has competitive prices. Yes, you can get a good deal by shopping around, but if the actual supplier has high prices you may find that they are high wherever you go. Of course, you may find a shop is selling old models, which you probably don't want as they may lack the new technology to make detection safer. You also need to make sure that you are comparing the same specification when you compare different makes. You would expect to pay more for a radar detector that also detects lasers than one that does not.

The next thing is to find out what users or reviewers say. The internet is brilliant here because you can find reviews and users' personal recommendations for most products including radar detectors.


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