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The comparable value price is $749.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 632 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Ease of Use

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers enjoy the R8 Radar Detector's impressive range and performance, frequently praising its accuracy and ease of use. Many appreciate the GPS features and customizable settings, finding the display clear and intuitive. While some users mention experiencing false alerts and find the device somewhat large, the overall sentiment is positive.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    False alerts, Price

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Radar Detector

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    not a bad product just not worth the price tag, too many false “ka bands”

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works as it should really helps alot while driving

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing works amazing. The price is high though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Highly recommend

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Uniden R8 is an absolute must-have! It offers exceptional responsiveness. I recently experienced an impressive 8-mile radius detection with both front and rear coverage. Even when faced with an officer using instant-on KA radar, I was able to detect their presence from miles away. I highly recommend it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Radar detection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    R8. The best

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is one of the best radar detectors being produced

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Just ok

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was average. Didn’t work all the time so I returned it because it’s very expensive.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great unit, needs bluetooth enabled

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I just got this unit after having the R7 for a few years, which I loved. Initial impressions is this seems to filter better/is quieter, and I love the new features. (Auto mode is a great idea!) I just wish Uniden would enable the new bluetooth feature and then have their own and other apps be able to connect.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Detector

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great detector, long range detection. IMO well worth the money!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I like my sense of false security

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This R8 replaced my aging 9500ix, and it is so much better in every aspect. Detection is great, finds everything. The filtering for blind spot monitoring is good -- sometimes it misses a couple, but quickly corrects. GPS is a little slow, both in initial connection and filtering out what you've previously filtered, but it's not too big of a deal.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Radar detection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best radar detector on the market. I love it. Priceless

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Hand down the best

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Simply the best radar system I have ever used I upgraded from the unden R3 for my main car. I have two, one still in second car. And even though I only drive it in the summer I’m going to purchase a second one. The best feature is the mute memory that remembers past mutes

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    We bought again at the Best Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best things, best deals I really enjoy tv’s refrigerator and they installed tv very good

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Radar detector

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Only had for a month but seems to work good in my area.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Review your product. Tell others what you think - and you could win a $400 gift card!1See Disclaimer 1 One winner every month. The more reviews you write, the better your odds.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mike in Ar

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Have the R7 and love it. The R8 is even better. Has an auto mode which automatically switches between highway and city modes based on your speed. And you can adjust the lower speed so if you are under a set limit say 30 mph it will not even alarm if you wand. I highly recommend it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best on the market

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works really well. Great mounting options. Easy to setup.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Detector, Would Recommend

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The detector is spot on and has excellent range. Would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Detector

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great Radar Detector, works great, i recommend this detector

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The best!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I drive alot. Once this radar is tuned in to your needs its absolutely the best bang for your buck. On long stretches of highway it easily detects KA bands for up to a mile away. I also have oversized tires and the GPS speed odometer function is fantastic. 10/10 recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth Every Penny

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great radar detector! I was about to buy a Valentine, but decided to go with this unit and it is high quality and tells me where the police radar is coming from. Saved me from a number of tickets on road trips!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend