Customer Ratings & Reviews

First radar detector. Seems like a good one… especially on sale. Good sensitivity (Laser detector aspect seems worthless). Nice feature set but can see the value of some pricier features (like directional indicators). Handling the heat of summer well. Definitely recommend hard wiring it.

Love this radar detector. So easy to use no downloads - just plug in. All the radar detection types monitored. Love the chirp to get my attention.

I have had this R3 detector for almost 3 years now. Coming from both a Valentine One and an Escort 9500XL I was quite skeptical at the beginning, but following the reviews and expert evaluations from different websites I went for the R3. I do not regret it one bit. The R3 is reliable, precise and one of the best defense tools out on the road, and has paid itself many times over on the road. Tempted by the newer product and advertised improve capabilities, I recently bought an R7 for another one of my cars and I have to admit that, even though the R7 may be an updated version of the R3, with arrows and even more fine tuned electronics, the R3 is just as good and holds it merits. If you are on a tight budget and do not care about the new gizmos on the R7 and other similar products from Escort, you will not go wrong with the R3. It is a reliable awareness and advanced notice machine!!

Best decision on buying this, I always speed and now I get notified in time to slow down and really simple to use! Drove to texas and most of the way was going 105 mph and this radar was always so accurate! Really recommend!

Works well and indicates cops with a radar from prett far away and over hills. First I bought and its really good. It does get annoying when it detects store motion sensors for the automatic opening doors but even then, it's still great.

I have been researching which radar detector to buy for weeks and 90% of all websites rated this #1. I received it and the first thing I did was verify it had the latest firmware and red light database. I then checked the settings against Vortex Radar site https://www.vortexradar.com/2017/06/how-to-program-and-set-up-your-uniden-r1-and-r3/ to configure it. You can fine tune for your own liking. I have to say that this radar detector has phenomenal range compared to my older Bel GX65. The only con that I have with the Uniden R3 is the max sound level setting. I like it to be very loud as I usually have my stereo up and this radar detector only goes to level 6 in volume compared to my older Bel detector that went to level 10. Read the reviews yourself but you will not be disappointed with the Uniden R3.

I have used this Radar Detector on several long trips. It has long distance pickup and has super features. It may have even saved me a ticket or two along the way. The only thing missing is arrows to show the driver from which direction the source signal is coming from. Best Buy Rocks when it comes to product selection and price!

This device is one of the most customizable and accurate detectors I have ever used. The GPS mark options and Signal and Speed cams are 99.5% accurate. I put 60k miles on my truck in 6 months and this was probably the single most best investment I could have made to keep me out of trouble. I would highly recommend this product to ANYONE.

Lot of bang for the buck with the R3. No problem with picking up radar and plenty of time to slow your roll. I do miss the arrows of the V1 at times, but more out of the box functionality and longer range with R3 offsets it. Just finishing up a 1500 mile vacation trip and worked very well. A little chirpy at times with some automaker's BSM systems.

Used it for a long 3.5 hour trip on highways and city roads. I can say with confidence that this detector works great and was able to find the Smokey’s early in advance. I did trade this R3 in for the R7 because I wanted to have arrows letting me know the direction of the radar. If that is not important to you, then go for the R3 version for the price.

My first radar detector, super long range, it’s detected bogies well beyond my line of sight and in heavily wooded areas here in North Carolina. I would recommend this to anyone. Easy to use and keeps left foot & my wallet happy.

This unit is very likely the best unit available in its price range. It's sensitivity is awesome and has already saved me a DPS ticket. Picks up TX DPS Ka from enough distance to slow down. I had been using escorts, but the last two units reliability was the reason for the change.

I don't usually rate things but I will on this item. This is a really good detector, I got it after I started traveling again for work again. It has good range, is easy to use and program once you learn the settings. It has given me plenty of warning prior to encountering any police vehicles. Only two drawbacks, one is that the suction mount will not work on a dash, it holds for a few days then releases. The second is that it does not technically have a 360 detection range with an rear indicator.

It was easy to install with simple directions seems accurate

Great radar for a price cheaper than the r7 or r8. Definitely a little expensive but it works perfect for all red light cameras and everything else!

Great product have had no issues works everytime. Wonderful

I bought this for a long distance trip and it worked flawlessly. It even has known "speed trap" locations updated seemingly daily. Downfall, if there is a dollar general store anywhere close to you, it will go off and will stay engaged until store is passed.

Works exactly as we needed it to, gives a large distance detection perfect for road tripping, commuting, or having fun on a Friday night. Easy to set up, and the mute memory is convenient for daily use!

Great deal when on sale. A bit over priced for everyday prices. Very basic. No real options. Good for beginners i guess. Good windshield mount. Good for Jeeps vertical windshield.

Replaced an older escort.I couldn’t deal with the false alerts from blind spot monitors on the newer cars. The R3 filters out 99% of the crap while still providing great protection from real radar threats. If you need front and rear arrows get the R7 but for the money you cant beat the R3!