... these 5 stars are for the detector alone at under $150!
DO NOT download and sign up for the app!
1. It doesn't work well. I had to turn off my smart watch as it got stuck in a loop with notifications.
2. They'll bombard your email with junk emails!
The detector works great! I got it for a spare car and am comparing it to my 4 times more expensive Escort.
Pros:
Few falses and very modest alerts (voice) on K and X band. More assertive with alarm and voice on Ka and there was cops so it WORKS! Display is clear and bright enough in daylight. Functions are clear enough but you may wanna download a full manual.
Cons:
Mounting is okay. Feels secure but not Escort nice. Cord is just that, a cord. Long enough for any cigarette lighter plug-in but has no buttons. If you wanna mute an alert you need to reach the mute button on the detector. Closest to you but still far away, especially in a truck or SUV etc.
But overall a 5 STAR $150 detector! Does all the Escort do for me (I just hang it and expect it to point out police radars in the vicinity. ) I actually like Cobra alerts better as they're not in your face like Escort.
I recommend this product but don't download the app and expect to actually use the buttons on the detector (if you need to, I set mine up and now don't touch it other than the occasional mute when a cop is close for a long time.)
Cobra RAD 480i Laser Radar Detector – Long Range Detection, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Compatible, LaserEye Fr
4.3 | 16,876 ratings
Price: 147.5
Last update: 01-11-2025
About this item
Front and Rear Detection – Cobra’s new LaserEye technology detects signals from both the front and rear of your vehicle, giving you all around protection wherever your adventures take you. Special Features: LaserEye, iRadar App
Drive Smarter App - Share and receive radar and laser alerts from a community of over three million connected drivers. With access to the Defender Database, receive real-time alerts to red light, speed camera, and law enforcement activity.
Long Range Detection – Next generation updateable IVT Filter and advanced anti-falsing circuitry intelligently reduces false alerts from blind spot monitoring systems and other vehicle avoidance systems.
Early Warnings – Digital Signal Processing provides faster processing for all incoming laser gun signals and rapidly provides accurate alerts, making you aware of a threat before it is right in front of you.
What's Included - The Cobra RAD 480i radar detector comes with a 12V vehicle power cord, suction cup car windshield mount, and a hook and loop fastener for dash mounting, for wherever the road takes you.
Exclusive Shared Alerts - Connect to the Drive Smarter community to get live alerts from other drivers across the country. With Apple CarPlay & Android Auto compatibility, you can view your route and interact with alerts on your vehicle's display
Drive Smarter App - Share and receive radar and laser alerts from a community of over three million connected drivers. With access to the Defender Database, receive real-time alerts to red light, speed camera, and law enforcement activity.
Long Range Detection – Next generation updateable IVT Filter and advanced anti-falsing circuitry intelligently reduces false alerts from blind spot monitoring systems and other vehicle avoidance systems.
Early Warnings – Digital Signal Processing provides faster processing for all incoming laser gun signals and rapidly provides accurate alerts, making you aware of a threat before it is right in front of you.
What's Included - The Cobra RAD 480i radar detector comes with a 12V vehicle power cord, suction cup car windshield mount, and a hook and loop fastener for dash mounting, for wherever the road takes you.
Exclusive Shared Alerts - Connect to the Drive Smarter community to get live alerts from other drivers across the country. With Apple CarPlay & Android Auto compatibility, you can view your route and interact with alerts on your vehicle's display
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 4.25 x 2.75 x 1.25 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| ASIN | B086B88TGR |
| Item model number | RAD 480i |
| Customer Reviews |
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars
9,378 ratings
4.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3 in Radar Detectors |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Special features | LaserEye, iRadar App |
| Other display features | Wireless |
| Color | Black |
| Manufacturer | Cobra |
| Country of Origin | Philippines |
| Date First Available | March 24, 2020 |
Top reviews from the United States
KJ
5-Stars! But....
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2023James barker
Wow, this thing rocks for the price.
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2023paul
nice to know when your being monitored for speed or not
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2024Amazon Customer
Works great!
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2024Charles Kyle
A great budget radar detector
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2024A.T
We have 3 of this same exact one but this one…
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2024Robert E. Swale
Cobra radar detectors are OK but I wouldn’t trust my driving record with them.
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024