Just to start this off I wanted to say that this is my first radar detector so I do not have any knowledge in comparison to other brands/models.
With that being said, I have had a great experience in the 18 months I’ve owned this detector.
It works very well, picking up both k & ka band for up to miles away on the freeways and a very generous distance during city driving. The laser feature also works very well and is a tone that quickly gets your attention.
This device is also very user friendly/simple to use. I learned all of the features within the first week and let me tell you - the mute memory feature is a life saver with the constant K band interference you are bound to run into.
I always have left my detector on Highway mode (I understand this is the most sensitive mode) and I can confidently say that this detector has saved me from multiple tickets (especially the sneaky speed vans/motorcycle cops in town).
Also the build quality of this thing is no joke. Not a single button has began to wear out and everything feels just as solid as it did day 1. This is with it having been in my front windshield (exposed to both OR & AZ seasons) every day of ownership.
It has fit well in multiple of my vehicles and the only draws I could possibly come up with is that occasionally I have to remount the suction cup due to changes in temperature overnight as well as some passengers having called it annoying (I’m sure they’d say the same about any radar detector). With that being said, I forget it’s there most of the time and it’s simply become a part of my alertness while driving.
Great product with no issues thus far. I recommend this to all friends and family.
Uniden R3 EXTREME LONG RANGE Laser/Radar Detector, Record Shattering Performance, Built-in GPS w/ Mute Memory, Voice Alerts,
4.6 | 7,640 ratings
Price: 270
Last update: 12-31-2024
About this item
UNSURPASSED RANGE & SENSITIVITY - Industry Leading Performance with Advanced False Alert Filtering is THE choice for drivers who demand the highest level of protection against speeding tickets.
GPS TECHNOLOGY - Using GPS the R3 can remember and mute common false alerts (such as retail store automatic doors) along your regularly driven routes so you never have to listen to the same false alert twice.
RED LIGHT AND SPEED CAMERA ALERTS - Preloaded Red Light and Speed Camera locations with Free Database and Firmware updates ensures your detector will never be out of date.
MULTI-COLOR OLED DISPLAY - is easy-to-Read and allows for more useful information to be displayed at once. This improves your overall situational awareness.
VOICE ALERTS - Voice warnings allow for hands-free operation and provide clear communication. Voice Alerts are programable to fit your driving style so you can keep your eyes on the road with no distractions.
ADVANCED FALSE ALERT FILTERING - the R3 has advanced K/KA Band filtering offering the Least Amount of False Alerts from Blind Spot monitoring & Collision Avoidance systems in other vehicles.
How can we help? Uniden Customer Support web site is designed to conveniently walk you through product setup and troubleshooting, Web site: https://uniden.com/pages/support-1 . Contact customer support at email: [email protected] or phone: 1-800-297-1023.
GPS TECHNOLOGY - Using GPS the R3 can remember and mute common false alerts (such as retail store automatic doors) along your regularly driven routes so you never have to listen to the same false alert twice.
RED LIGHT AND SPEED CAMERA ALERTS - Preloaded Red Light and Speed Camera locations with Free Database and Firmware updates ensures your detector will never be out of date.
MULTI-COLOR OLED DISPLAY - is easy-to-Read and allows for more useful information to be displayed at once. This improves your overall situational awareness.
VOICE ALERTS - Voice warnings allow for hands-free operation and provide clear communication. Voice Alerts are programable to fit your driving style so you can keep your eyes on the road with no distractions.
ADVANCED FALSE ALERT FILTERING - the R3 has advanced K/KA Band filtering offering the Least Amount of False Alerts from Blind Spot monitoring & Collision Avoidance systems in other vehicles.
How can we help? Uniden Customer Support web site is designed to conveniently walk you through product setup and troubleshooting, Web site: https://uniden.com/pages/support-1 . Contact customer support at email: [email protected] or phone: 1-800-297-1023.
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 4.5 x 2.81 x 1.25 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| ASIN | B0743H6CSN |
| Item model number | R3 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Customer Reviews |
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars
7,640 ratings
4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3 in Radar Detectors |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Special features | Super Long-Range Laser Radar Detection; Voice Notifications; Radar Band Frequency Displays; Advanced K and Ka Band Filters, Spectre I and IV Undetectable; Displays Signal Strength and Vehicle Battery Voltage; Max. Speed Warning System; Ka Frequency Voice Alert; Overspeed Alert Mute |
| Other display features | Wireless |
| Color | Black |
| Whats in the box | R3 |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Manufacturer | Uniden |
| Date First Available | July 20, 2017 |
Top reviews from the United States
RyanGreat Purchase - Even for first time users
Just A GuyGreat Radar Detector
Grand ZeeEasy to setup and use, very sensitive
SholokovExcellent! Better than Passport 9800ix (the previous King)
Sholokov
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2020
I have seen people complain about it detecting other cars and sounding false alarms, like the reviewer "Zero" mentioned. But, I have kept that issue at bay with updating the device with newest firmware every 6 months, and updating database ensuring all the newest speed camera locations are saved on the device. If your firmware is old, then it obviously will not have information about newest car models with their new radar frequencies, specifically newer Honda and Acura models. The latest firmaware update that I've done was from Oct 2022, and has two K blocks to keep the R3 quiet near vehicles with parking radar systems. With those two K blocks enabled, you can keep your quiet mode as low as 25mph and your detector will not give you any false alarms.
If someone complains that their 2019 bought radar detector is not detecting 2022 Honda parking radar, they need to listen to themselves and think about what they are saying. Update the firmware regularly, and you should be just fine.
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(Original review) Let me get one thing out of the way first. Those small suction cups to hold the detector on windshield, suck! But that's where all the bad ends.
I've replaced an Escort Passport 9500ix with Uniden R3. Initially, I wasn't sure if it was the right thing to do. But, now I'm certain it was. I did have some trouble with false alarms every time I passed one of the newer Hondas and Acuras. But after updating the firmware, the issue is gone. Updating required downloading USB interface software (to have the computer detect the device), installer software and the latest upgrade file. All were found on one page of Uniden website with step by step instructions.
One important thing. I'm using a generic smart cable that I bought for my Passport device on Amazon. I got it because the cable was long and I ran it hidden inside the dash. I'm using the same cable for the R3 and it works fine. Except the mute button on the plug wouldn't mute the R3. All lights work though. I use the mute on the device itself.
The device has excellent range, minimum false alarms, and a great Quiet Ride feature. I miss auto mute on 9800ix, but Mute Memory on R3 is just fine. One small price to pay for an otherwise better detector.
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Jenny Hoang