Cobra - RAD 480i Radar and Laser Detector, works with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto - Black
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy the product's strong overall performance, with many praising its effective radar detection, accuracy, and competitive price. They also appreciate its ease of use and good range, finding the accompanying app helpful. However, some customers have expressed concerns about the frequency of false alarms.
Apple CarPlay / Android Auto Compatible
Easily view your route and interact with alerts on your CarPlay or Android Auto compatible display. Increase your focus on the road ahead, and have control over your alerts without fumbling for your phone.
Exclusive Shared Alerts
Connect to the Drive Smarter community to get live alerts from other detectors and drivers across the country.
Compatible with Most Vehicles
For a customized fit.
LaserEye
Detects laser signals from both the front and rear of your vehicle.
Digital Signal Processing
Provides early warnings and rapid response on all radar bands.
Next-Generation IVT Filter
Intelligently reduces false alerts from blind spot systems and other vehicle avoidance systems.
Sensitivity Button
Adjust sensitivity and filtering modes to control how many notifications you receive.
- Voice AlertsYes
Reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 822 reviews
- Overall Performance (143)
- Radar Detection (108)
- Accuracy (69)
- Price (64)
- Ease of use (59)
- False Alarms (80)
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| Pros for Cobra - RAD 480i Radar and Laser Detector, works with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Radar Detection, Price, Ease of use, Accuracy | Overall Performance, Price, Radar Detection, Ease of use | Overall Performance, Ease of Use, App Integration, Detection Range, USB-C Connectivity | Overall Performance, Radar Detection, Ease of use, Sensitivity, GPS |
| Cons for Cobra - RAD 480i Radar and Laser Detector, works with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto - Black | |||
| False Alarms | Accuracy, False Reads | False Alerts, Mounting Mechanism, GPS Functionality | False Alerts |












































