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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 676 reviews

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers admire the R8 Radar Detector for its impressive range, overall performance, and radar detection capabilities. Many find it accurate and appreciate its ease of use, GPS functionality, and clear display. While some find the price a bit high and have noted false alerts, others consider it a bit bulky and boxy in design. Overall, the R8 Radar Detector is well-regarded for its features and functionality.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Needed this for my lead foot

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

    Works amazing and takes that extra anxiety away when driving, pair with waze app. 10/10 recommend

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

    Would buy again

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

    Good product, detects radars from a mile all around you. The memory is the best part.

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

    Zoo wee mama

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

    I got this because I got 2 speeding tickets that cost me way more than one of these, and it is worth it if you’re still on the fence.

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

    uniden r8

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

    just best. a lot of new features and updates and capable with bluetooth apps

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

    R8 best radar

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

    Great product Picks up a lot of signals Came from uniden r3

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

    10/10

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works very well while driving. Talks to you to let you know when something is near.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Radar R8

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

    Works great. Only downfall is where I have to plug in my car is annoying

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

    Upgrade from Escort Max 360

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

    I had to upgrade from the Escort Max 360 because there was an issue with the front receiver. It is definitely worth it since i drive over 25k per year.

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

    Uniden R8

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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. It picks up every signal and false signals.

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

    Best on the market

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

    Sleek, and hands down the best signal detection! Great carrying case, and availability to hardwire. Coning from a 2013 S6

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

    Uniden R8

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

    Excellent unit, works as advertised. Easy pickup in store. R8 Companion software excellent add on

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    The digital speedometers will trigger it a lot

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

    It’s great and all but if u drive In an area (college campus) u will hear this thing a lot cuz of those digital speedometers that show ur speed in the street.

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

    Uniden R8

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing detector for the price, waiting on Uniden to roll out firmware to switch on the bluetooth !

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

    Great Radar

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

    So far ive conpared this one with others and by far this one takes the cake!! Worth every penny!

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

    Fantastic overall

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

    Pricey but excellent. Had an r7 and swapped it to other vehicle. R8 more capable and adjustable.

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

    AMAZING PRODUCT

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

    "Incredibly accurate radar detection: top-notch performance!"

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

    Love it

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

    Works amazing. I love the arrow feature that tells you what direction the cop is.

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

    Speedracer

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

    It goes off constantly but after while you know where fake speed traps are at. I honestly need to read the manual to understand all it has to offer

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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.

    It saved me 2 times already! Great product! Would recommend to anyone!

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

    Great unit.

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

    Love my Uniden R8. So much better that my previous other high end brand radar. If you’re on the fence. Just do it.

    I would recommend this to a friend