Uniden R1 & R3 compared to the other top radar detectors
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- Should you get the Uniden R1 / R3 or something else? Let’s compare it to lots of other top radar detectors.
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Max / Max2 / iX 20:37
Max360 25:40
Valentine One 29:13
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You're the only channel on youtube as far as videos over 30 min that I watch in their entirety! I really appreciate all of the testing that you do! I remember in a previous video you spoke about the locations you live and what bands are used in your state. I live in California and if I remember correctly only Ka bands are used here, does the Uniden R3 have an option to mute all K and X bands? are all BSM filtering on the K bands or do some BSMs use Ka bands? I'm looking for a super quiet experience and really looking to pull the trigger on the R3 - Thanks!
Wow thank you! I feel honored that you watch the whole thing! I know they're long and often wonder how many people watch everything, and so I'm very glad to hear that you do. :)
In CA yeah it's almost all Ka (CHP is 34.7) and K is very rare. Many people just shut it off altogether.
The R3 doesn't have the option to mute all X/K bands, but if you wind up turning it off, it won't matter. (If you do that, the R1 may be a better choice unless you want the RLC alerts.. and I understand those tickets can be pretty pricey in CA.)
As far as BSM's, they false on K band, not on K.
Oh and I'm glad you mentioned that the production models will work well with polarizing sunglasses since that's all I wear 99% of the time haha I hate having to tilt my head to view certain screens!
Vortex Radar I think it's your voice it's all relaxing and trusting it's like watching the news of something. Then the content your like a teacher to the lost like me.
sspecbb6 I think it's because he talks so fast keeps my attention for sure
You nailed it! I watch his videos in their entirety. The wealth of common sense, tested info here is excellent and second to none.
arrows are cool. but if your an expert you dont need them. i say this because i have a escort 9500ix and love it. just got the r3 cant wait to see how it turns out. thanks for the help bro love the videos
The Escort 9500ix is Escort's best model.
How is your R3?
I have Escort but it is only good until it works.. if Escort start making errors, Escort charges $50 to fix it but that last about couple years. I fixed three times but if fails again. All Escort and Bell product won't last long. You can fix it with Escort service but it will do it again and again.... I give up finally and go for Uniden.
I had the exact same experience with Escort. I have sworn them off.
@emeres auto lockouts are currently patented by escort
If anyone buys a escort over a uniden is just crazy.. The hype is real people!! Dont think twice ...buy a R3!!!
I was planning to upgrade my old Passport to a Max but after seeing the price hike I'm highly reconsidering switching to Uniden.
I just did that, I went from Escort Passport 8500 to Escort MAX3, and now to Uniden R7 thanks to his videos, I want the directional arrows and the performance. I'm a little nervous bailing on Escort though.
I have an R3, and it blows me away how far away it can detect a cop. The farthest I've measured so far is 4.3 miles!!!
(Texas highway patrol 34.7 KA BAND constant on.
This dude is GREAT as a presenter
Thanks for your efforts again Vortex! Will be saving a for an R3 :) You're awesome :)
I have a fresh V1 and an R1. I bought the R1 for my Canadian trips. I have owned the V1 for over 20 years and updated as needed. Laser reception on the Valentine V1 is second to none. My R1 does have better KA band performance than the V1, but is totally blind on laser.
YaV1 made my V1 with custom sweeps made it much more sensitive to 34.7 and all Ka. Just got a 2.5 mile range in rolling hills of Ohio, amongst other 1.5 mile ranges.,
Redline was new for less than $350 brand new recently. Still you could sell a used one for $400 but as people get smarter, it will get harder and harder.
just got my uniden r3
and holy shir is it better than my previous Whistler z19rs😂
waaaay les alerts,
I've been in the market for my first radar detector and I've been watching your videos non stop I really appreciate the super informative and honest videos.
Preordered my R3 on Monday at 12:02PM!! If the filtering is as good as the LRD950 then I will be very satisfied. Its got to be better than my Max360!!
+Andy Kaufman Congrats! I've been driving around with the R3 lately and haven't gotten a BSM false in like 2 days! I'm pretty surprised! :)
Are you running on any of the new firmware updates you talked about?
+Andy Kaufman Not yet. They're expecting one before the detector is released and another one after.
Also this was a great thorough video on comparisons!! Well done!!
+Andy Kaufman Thank you! I was a little surprised when I saw how long it was... and then I realized there was STILL stuff I forgot to mention, haha. 😄
Dude your videos are amazing. You're a huge resource to the radar detector community! Still looking to get my first detector
Awesome thank sir I live in New Zealand the cops here only use Ka 34.7 band and speed camera is low power k 20.6 I love my magnum so I would like Escort / Bel to keep the magnum shaped but update it to beat the Uniden R1 , R3 if possible Please Please Please Please Please Please Please Thank you for your channel it rocks cheers
+beverley greer There's no updates planned for the Magnum unfortunately.
Hi Beverley. I've used radardirect here in NZ. They have great advice as well as detectors. I've got an old 9500i and it's brilliant here especially on ka 34.7 band.
I'm in New Zealand as well and looking for My first radar detector. What would be better for NZ conditions, valentine 1 or uniden r3? Thanks
My Radenso XP filters the Acura BSM just fine. I'm using K narrow
Guess I have until June to decide if I am going to sell my V1 for an R3, touch decision still. I like my arrows, but I hate having to use my phone for GPS and savvy for low-speed lockouts. I like that entire built-in package in the R3, plus that range is crazy. I have until June though and I'll keep researching as more videos come out to ultimately decide if I want to keep my V1 or get the R3.
Justin R what did you decide to do?
I bought an R3. My V1 was so outdated I couldn't send it in to be updated, I had to replace the unit entirely. I loved the V1 but I hate all the false alerts and while the newest version would fix that I wasn't really a fan of having to have my phone plugged into the V1. Nor did I like having to purchase additional equipment to do what the R3 can do out of the box (that being low-speed mute via GPS and GPS lockouts).
I am also adjusting to not having arrows and the R3's incredible range. With the V1 I felt like it needed arrows because of the range disparity. You were closing in on the signal so fast you need confirmation of its exact location. With the R3 it can detect threats from what feels like a mile or two down the road giving me plenty of time to determine if the threat is in front or behind. It's different, but I am thoroughly enjoying my R3.
Justin R thanks for the response. I bought my V1 7ish months ago. I did buy the Bluetooth module so it has been pretty quiet. I haven't gotten any saves from it yet. I'm not dissatisfied with it but if there's something better on the market id consider selling it and getting the R3 if the range is that much better and just as quiet.
@@sswany_ YaV1 with custom sweeps on Ka is noticeably more sensitive. I did get a 2 5 mile range detection and multiple 1.5 mile ranges in CLE area.
You said you were going to talk about the Uniden DFR6, but instead started talking about the R1 instead. The prices are only good for a few weeks. So what are you telling me?! Wait to get the R1 when the price lowers? I can get a refurb R1 for $200. Is that a good idea?
I must have forgotten. Essentially the DFR6 is a DFR7 without GPS, similar to the R1 being an R3 without GPS. Both the DFR6 and DFR7 are now being discontinued, but you can still find deals on them if you shop around. Cheers!
Vortex you should open the uniden case so we can see the inside internals. Maybe even ask your audience/viewers to sketch up a case uniden might like to see. email uniden the top 5 results maybe do a give away or just do the contest to see what uniden would reply back with. 🤓
They might not be allowed to open free test models. I'm sure someone will open one soon enough after they ship.
We could. Kasher already did with his. www.rdforum.org/showthread.php?t=61538&page=7&p=852229&viewfull=1#post852229
Vortex Radar - Thanks for this reply I never saw this. 👍
29:15
For V-1 guys like myself.
If it ain't broke don't fix it.
V-1 for life! 😏
maynardo if mike doesnt find a way to fight back the spectre elite rdd V1 will soon be a no go. great rd for all the rest.
Well, the Spectre Elite is useless in 49 states. Just stay out of Virginia and you'll be just fine.
Well staying out of Virginia suits me right down to the ground. Staying out of europe...that would be a problem 4 me :-)
+maynardo Not the case for truckers.
maynardo just bought my v1 over a month ago so cant return it but over all i dont regret it ,i know there were better ones but the sensitivity is amazing but kind of annoying at times. laser pisses me off, i have thought about turning it off but no im sure one day it will end up saving me . it has saved me from 1.5 miles down the road on a KA band and he was hidden on the ramp full of bushes
I was all set to buy either the Escort iX or the Max 360 until I came across your RUclips channel. I never would have considered a Uniden until I saw your videos. I have not owned a radar detector in many years but I always bough BEL before. I'm pretty well sold on the Uniden R3 but I'm seeing comments about the BSM issue. I drive a late model Chevy Tahoe LTZ, completely loaded so it has all that stuff and I'm wondering if the Uniden R3 will have issues in my vehicle. Would you happen to know? Thanks.
It may be an issue. Some Chevy's (some, not all) use BSM that causes problems with every radar detector on the market. A radar detector with only a front antenna may actually be better than one with a rear antenna which is aiming towards the blind spot radar systems in the back of the vehicle. Give it a whirl and see if it works. bit.ly/2oNDrPl
Thanks for the response. So basically, I'm probably going to be better off trying the Uniden R3 over the Escort Max 360? Those were the two I narrowed it down to. Unless you have another recommendation? I definitely appreciate your feedback. You're probably the quintessential radar detector expert anywhere online and I appreciate what you're doing. Thanks again.
The R3 has basically become the detector to get.
Hi vortex thanks a lot for this video.
I get two RD.
Uniden DFR7 and Genevo One S Black edition.
I live in Europe and where I live K band low powered radar are in use (stationary radars or mobiles radars on police car as Gatso Millia) usually at 24.125 Mhz.
I wandered if I should get the Uniden R1 (less expensive of the R3 and for this reason my wife will be less polemical ;) ) .
What do you think?
What you'll do if you where in my situation?
Thanks
+Roberto Marella I'd actually recommend a detector like the Genevo One M if you have the MRCD in use.
Thanks Vortex.
No MRCD here fortunately :)
Do I need a gps radar detector? I’m between the dfr7, dfr8, and the r1? Which one should I get?
If you drive in an urban area, you need GPS. Get the DFR7. amzn.to/1YeeVDF If you do all highway or backroad driving, get the R1. amzn.to/2JN5FGN
Hi, I have a question. I own a Valentine V1 that I purchased probably 10 years ago. Of course I love the arrows. I am currently Escort Red Line user and am very happy with it. I want to buy the new Uniden R3, but that's not part of the question.
For $289 plus shipping I get the following if I decide to update it.
Question, is it worth it for $289?? It looks like they just give me a brand new V1.
I checked on Valentines website to get an upgrade for my unit and found out the following:
PRICE: $289 plus shipping
Why is this UPGRADE so costly: The parts compatible with the circuitry of these older V1s are no longer available to us. Today's V1 is a complete internal redesign. So our Instant Upgrade is, in fact, a brand new V1 with all the accessories you would get with a purchase today, provided to you at a $110 discount. We appreciate your loyalty.
Here's what you'll get:
Junk-K Fighter blocks false alarms caused by K-band lane-change warning systems in some newer cars.
Traffic Monitor Filter, created to eliminate false alarms caused by SpeedInfo, a traffic-flow monitoring system that sends frequent K-band radar bursts into the traffic stream.
Improved Euro Mode, now with K-band coverage expanded to include the lower frequency photo radar devices in use in other countries. (V1 is already optimized for North American radar as it comes from the factory; Euro Mode is not for driving here). For specific frequency details, click here. This software algorithm is installed at the factory, but not activated. For activation instructions, click here.
Crystal-controlled Frequency Tuning to permanently safeguard coverage at radar-band edges.
Extended Serial Protocol (ESP) enables two-way communication with SAVVY and V1connection.
Our best Ka-band performance, including full "superwide" coverage (33.4 - 36.0 GHz), today's long range, much better resistance to Ka false alarms, and POP Protection from MPH BEE III™ and Enforcer™ radars.
Our best X-band performance.
Our best K-band performance. Note: POP Protection on K band is incompatible with Traffic Monitor Filter. K-band POP radar is rarely used but if you are concerned about it, you may choose to deactivate TMF. For deactivation instructions, click here.
Adds radar coverage on Ku-band (used in Europe).
Adds our latest laser warning front and rear.
Adds False-Alarm Retraction to notify you when V1 finds that an alert in progress is false; also terminates the alert.
New windshield mount with new suction cups.
New visor mount.
New Lighter Power Adapter.
New Direct-wire Power Adapter.
New coiled cord.
New straight cord.
New wiring-harness connector.
Dual-Lock® fastener.
New Owner's manual.
Spare fuse.
Spare suction cups.
One-year limited warranty, same as new units, starting at Upgrade date.
I bought a refurb R1 and I updated the firmware 1.50 and followed your setting but it false a lot on K band with different frequencies even with K block on even in city mode can the dector be defected or thats normal I have a DFR 6 and never had these issues should I return it or adjust the K band sensitivity lower if so to what level where it is still effective Thanks
Outstanding video Vortex. Granted in current status there is a lack of market place data of actual consumers but overall a promising detector from spec and initial beta tests. I'm sold on it and placed my order for 2 units. Again a job well done, look forward seeing more content.
Great video. Bought my DFR7 in February and for me here in California, IT IS A BEAST! I used to think it wasn't working right because it would alert to 34.7 but I wouldn't see a CHP for miles/minutes. Then I figured out it's just how good it performs. The R3 looks interesting but I think my DFR7 in Cali is just fine! If Uniden ever adds arrows I will then upgrade!
I almost pre-ordered this one, will probably wait and stay on the sideline and check out what the industry does. I have a RPSE and I think that will give me more than enough time to slow down unless a crappy day I/O shot. I am thinking Escort will come out with something good with their m7 platform and Radenso might have something brewing in their kitchen beside their MRCD RPSE. I think Radenso will do something and will change the market again. If Radenso can combine the XP with the range of the RPSE and give it more range I suppose or arrows, that would be a dream detector. I love Radenso customer service.
Sticking with the V1.
Same here but with the R1 on sale for 170 its a great price for a rental car detector
Wait for the R7. It will have arrows.
YaV1 with custom sweeps is great on 34.7 as I just got a 2.5 mile range and multiple 1.5 mile ranges in rolling hills of Ohio.
@@joefro9473 not with YaV1 and K-band muting. If I'm doing the speed with passenger's and just push the button to toggle K-band on and off.
With too many filters like others offer you may not get a warning until too late. The V1 allows a lower volume K-band to come through until thresholds are met then goes to higher volume.
The custom Ka sweeps makes the V1 much more sensitive than with just Ka Guard OFF.
Hi. I have an old escort 8500 x50. I'm going on a long roadtrip. Going through multiple states. I was wondering if I should upgrade my detector to a new one? If so which one do recommend? I would like to stay under $400
On my own Uniden LRD950 (DFR7) I've never found weak performance on the said bands (33.8 35.5), but it would seem that others have. *shrug* maybe mine's hot
As great as reviews the uniden received from the other testers in the forums when compared to the "redline" specially and how it decimated it I think your tests were a lot more realistic as the Uniden yes it outperformed the RedLine but not by much compared to the other testers. Or maybe i'm being biased because I like your honesty and your my go to radar info guy lol
I know the video is old but you said Acura causes false alert i was about to get a R1 or R3 but I drive an Acura so will that be a problem thanks
Depending on the Acura, it will be unfortunately, yeah.
2015 TLX
I recently returned a V1 for the XP. The XP is super quiet, but if I had waited about three weeks, I would have seen this video and I think I would have bought the Uniden.
Was excited to potentially get an R3, as the range really appeals to me, but I have a 2017 Chevrolet with BSM... help... what should I do?
Also, I’m down in Florida, any idea what frequency is common down here, etc.?
KA Band for Florida, I have never, in all my years living and driving in Florida have seen a State trooper run anything but KA and Laser, but i have seen some K bands on sherrifs and metro, I would just mute K band all together and disable X band (not used in Florida)
Hey buddy thanks for all the info but since I just bought a Mazda 6 I putting in a alarm like my truck has that lets me know if my truck is being messed with by way of the fob but I am going to buy the R3 because of your good reviews on it.
Take care! X
I am upgrading from escort passport 8500 x50. I ordered an escort IX Initially but, after watching your videos on the Radenso XP I purchased that radar detector. Do you think Radenso XP will be relevant going forward? I bought it mainly due to the BSM filtering. Also, the free software updates and support is nice.
Oh nice. Yeah definitely. It's still a relevant detector. It does get a little overshadowed by the R3, but the XP's improved BSM filtering really is a big help.
Hello, I watched most of your videos with interest and you are one of the persons who know much about radar detectors. There is one question that I want to ask. There is new cameras in my country now. The model is ARH -CAM S1. As I can see it is a new laser based camera witch has kill zone for about 600 meters and the scan zone is around 1200 meters. I am about to purchase a Uniden R1 and my question is is it good for detecting this types of cameras? Do you have any information regarding this Laser cameras? And is there another laser detector good enough for this cameras? It is forbidden to have a laser jamers in my country so that is why I am asking for your opinion.
Thank you very much for every video that you do. Keep up the good work :)
The Uniden’s laser sensitivity is pretty poor. ALP’s can help you deal with that, but I understand it’s not allowed.
Thank you very much 😉
Me again I just seen several videos of the Redline vs 9500ix and they alarmed at the same time now I remember you made a video on the 9500ix and you said you didn’t really like it much now I know that my 9500ix has saved me many times and it picks up from far away so what do you say about that??
Now I love your videos and I am going to buy the R3 because I do trust you and it picks up the newer short distance signal better.
Even less sensitive detectors can give decent range in optimal conditions. See this video: ruclips.net/video/9phsriBTEq4/видео.html
I have had my eyes on a redline for years, and was literally about to pull the trigger on one, until you introduced me to the Uniden R3. I called Uniden earlier today and they are sold out! They have me on a waiting list to buy one, and they told me that the cost will be $429+ shipping and handling and taxes. Escorts marketing is strong, because psychologically I'm having a hard time justifying a brand-name like Uniden over Escort. I've watched your videos for a long time, and I am going to trust you and go ahead and order the Uniden R3 when they have it in stock again.
Phew, good timing! :) and yeah the only place to order them right now is from here: bit.ly/2oNDrPl It's $399 with free shipping there too so even better.
Very informative. I like your honest and non-biased reviews. Especially that you value integrity over false advertisement and profits (in another video).
Please shed some light on why detectors should be unmounted and kept in a cooler place when not in use. The tremendous heat build up in southern states like Texas can surely reduce the life of a detector and damage them; almost like an overheating laptop.
Thanks for you wonderful reviews and hard work! I want you to become more successful so please do not take offense to the following constructive criticism:
Please consider having a few bullet points so that you do not continuously repeat the same thing over and over again. Also, sloooooow down! With so much fast talking you can cause the listeners to become anxious and unable to absorb material.
Thank you for the feedback! The fast talking is actually intentional. I'm trying to make shorter videos (this one is 40 minutes long) and it's tough to balance that with talking more slowly. The bulletpoints thing I've actually started doing behind the scenes to make sure I cover everything and minimize repeating myself. It's a balance. :)
As for the heat, I haven't heard of any issues due to that. Sure they get hot, but detectors are designed to be installed and used in vehicles, just like your stereo, a GPS receiver on your windshield, etc.
Hi first thank for all the videos you have. Very good information. I want to buy a radar detector with Bluetooth because I'm riding and sportbike and I like to hear music through my scala rider Bluetooth helmet. My question is... Can I hear the radar notification while I'm listening music?
Any recommendation?
Thank in advance!!
Yeah many detectors have headphone jacks that you can tap into. You may ned a bluetooth transmitter for your helmet to listen to.
Why do they keep adding laser ? Will it let you know if someone is getting hit before you ?
What should I get for cheap and most features and can detect police from far
Uniden r1 is still best budget buy. Bought mine hours ago for $200 on Amazon👍
-by the way this device is not a police detector!! It IS a radar detector.
Surfside sounds good thanks
I would buy the R3... if it supported MRCD
Don't buy the R3. Get the Redline EX instead. bit.ly/2vdIKy0
Hey Jay I live in NJ and I have a 2011 HONDA Accord Would a Uniden R 1 Be OK for me You said something about using K Narrow
Does your Accord have a blind spot monitor? If so, it may false most any detector inside your vehicle. If that's the case, you'll probably want a Radenso Pro M amzn.to/2zQJu04 if not an RC M. bit.ly/2ys4zLA
On my v1 all I need is Ka on since the other bands are useless in my state. I'm pretty happy with it.
What's the best one to get? I live in Kentucky and there's alot of hills and curves and long stretches really don't know which to go with any ideas?
Uniden R7. I live in Lexington and travel to Louisville or cinci every weekend and it’s worth every penny
Hi. I have watched all of your videos and based on your reviews, I ended up getting the LRF 950 radar. I am facing a big dilemma now if I should exchange it for R3 or Max360. I am driving more in the city and not that much on the highway. But when driving on the highway, I am getting a false alerts
and I am not sure if they come from the highway tolls.Do you think it is worth it to exchange my radar for either one of these? Thanks in advance 👍👌
+Denislav Todorov The 950 is great (you can upload DFR7 firmware onto it to get more features). Do you know if the falses are from blind spot cars nearby or do you get them going off every mile or so? If it's every mile, those are traffic sensors and you need to enable TSF. I don't think the R3 or Max360 will be a big step up in terms of false filtering.
Thanks for the info. How do I update to a newer version?
+Denislav Todorov Here ya go: ruclips.net/video/KLetSS8WyDo/видео.html
Interesting videos on the R3 lately. Can you comment on your independence from Uniden? Also are you being paid or sponsored by any of these companies?
Nope, not paid or sponsored in any way. I don't have any relationship with Uniden or any other company any more than sending emails back and forth communicating with them. I do test and review different products from different companies and when people buy I do make affiliate commissions from the links, but that's it. My focus is on being an objective and unbiased tester and reviewer.
Very good review!!!
the whistler has a very fast responds time. i must say for the price its worth it.
With the price coming down since 2017 how would you compare the R3 to the DFR9? Any thoughts?
The r3 or r1
How about having v1 up high and the r1 or r3 down low , you think this will still affect performance?
+Louis Soria Abso-fricken-lutely.
hi
i m living in NZ. Could u plz suggest me what radar should i buy? cheap and the best :-)
Here's a better place to ask: www.rdforum.org/forumdisplay.php?f=35
One question about the R1/R3. The K filter shouldn't miss I/O K-band like the redline easily can with TSR enabled, right? A lot of local police here use I/O K, but not quick trigger.
Right the K Filter doesn't have a delay like TSR does so it'll be better for K band I/O and QT.
Man it's so awesome to have someone so quick to reply and willing to help. I might have to send some monetary thanks your way on patreon.
why do people in FL not have a radar detectors???
I have a passport 9500ix. But I’m really looking for something with more performance. My dad has the max360 and I like it I just don’t like the price and size of the detector. Really looking at the r3.
R3 sounds like a great choice then.
Vortex Radar I really appreciate the great informative videos you make man. Thank you
I appreciate all your hard work on these Radar detectors. That being said. Which one do you recommend for a late model Porsche 911 in the Los Angeles streets and freeways against the CHP radar devices?
Thank You,
Tony.
Well in CA you could disable K band altogether if you like so you don't have to deal with all the falsing and filtering needed for K band. You can do the V1 if you want arrows or the R1 if you want all out range. If you want RLC alerts, you can always run Waze for free.
Uniden r3
Okay, so the Uniden is basically the new don of detectors. This answered my question about comparison to the Max 2. I'm pretty much sold on it. Now just waiting for them to become available again.
My next concern, though, is all this mention of BSM issues with GM and Acura - and that particularly Acura is the most difficult for combating false alerts. Guess what kind of car I drive? Yup, a 2016 Acura ILX. So does this mean that my own car will trigger false alerts? Sounds like it could be a nightmare with ANY detector if that's the case.
haha yikes, yeah, it may be. Does your ILX have blind spot monitoring? If so, I think can think of just a few solutions:
1) Get a Stinger VIP. It has an in-car radar filter to filter out your own BSM's. It's pricey though.
2) Disable K band altogether. If you live in California, you could do that.
3) Sell your car and buy another, haha :p
Ahhhh man! I was beginning to worry that might be the case.
Perhaps I should do some research on what bands are used in my area? Of course, I'd still want full functionality on the highway, but that may just be something I'll have to compromise on.
Maybe I should just try it out and see if it will perhaps learn that it's my own car (wishful thinking) haha. A lockout wouldn't work because it uses location for that, right?
Do you know if there's any database available online cataloging bands used in certain states / counties? Bands that are widely known as most common? - I always hear you referencing three frequencies in the Ka(?) band...or are certain bands identifiable based on model / year of the police car?
Thanks so much for all your help!
Yeah there actually is. It's the RDFGS. Unfortunately it's down at the moment, but here's a backup you can check out: www.rdforum.org/showthread.php?t=59672
You're right that a lockout won't work. That feature is designed to filter out a signal in one specific location, not every area.
OG redline with escort cable or r3 in your opinion? Which will be better on falses.
R3 by a mile...
Thanks Dude for the video. I am a big fun of V1 as a user in the USA with Veil Coat and been great until I tried to used in Saudi Arabia. It works great with Poliscan fixed and Mobile (Laser). Mobile units can be dedicated with over 1km! The disappointment was when the V1 has zero dedication range with some new mobile cameras others were K band. I think they are Reflex but in local custom boxes (google image Saher or ساهر ). I tired many different things like K filter off, EU mode, Ku on, X Eu on, etc. We might use a custom freq range but `I could not find info about it I sold m V1 and Now I am back to the US and looking to buy a new Radar Dedicator. Wondering How is the Uniden R1 or R3 performance in Laser in compare to V1??
Laser sensitivity doesn't really matter much. The V1 is better, but it falses more too. Really you need laser jammers out here. The beginning of this video explains things: ruclips.net/video/7bGEoBwI4oU/видео.html
In Saudi Arabia, Speed cameras are either Laser or Radar. V1 can detect the Laser cameras from very decent distance maybe like +1km so you don't need a jammer but the Issue is with the K-Band radar cameras. So I am thinking to get the Uniden because of its better range but concerned about it Laser detection probably just with Poliscan.
+Supra993Rz It sounds like you're best off asking someone from Saudi Arabia about what's works best
True. Poliscan Laser Cameras are not common in the US.
One last question about the Uniden I had was about the GPS. What does the GPS do? Lockouts and speed tracking? Or is it just a better buy to get the R1?
Skip to about 6:12. I go over the GPS and what the feature adds and who should get the R1 or the R3.
Vortex Radar Oh ok thank you. Sorry about that was trying to look for it through the video lol. Might have passed through it. Awesome. This radar looks like its going to take some sales. I'm glad Uniden created this. Finally Escort will hear about a $399 detector beating their top of the line detectors!
Vortex, is the r3 better in picking up x band than the dfr7? Thanks for the amazing reviews!
I've only seen one X band test with the R3 and the DFR7 wasn't included so I couldn't tell you. I can tell you that the R3's X band performance is pretty bad and it turned out Uniden reduced the sensitivity quite a bit to cut down on falses. After that test, they're now giving us the option to run at full sensitivity or reduced sensitivity as I explained in my video about the test results.
@@VortexRadar but what about DFR7 on K band? Does it have POP on K band? How weak is it compared to R1/R3?
No way will I sell my Redline.... LOL I use the Freq display to help determine BSM faults. I can mash mute real quick on a highway drives. I am very interested in the filtering of these though. I have had 3 encounters of being came up from behind in the last 3 months on the interstate with my Redline. You always have to watch your 6.
I don't really get that logic. You could do the same thing with the R3 and its frequency display, but it can also filter out the BSM falses much better so you won't have to do that manual mute all the time like with the Redline.
I guess you didn't get what I was trying to say. I will never sell my Redline. I did not say I would not buy a new Uniden R3. I just may. I need to see more data with the finished product.
Ohh gotcha. That makes more sense. :)
Do you expect Uniden to bump up prices once R3 is proven to be the detector to beat?
From what they told me, they intend on making sure the price stays where it is.
Looked on eBay...Not there. When will the R3 be available?
+michael angelo All the preorders for the first batch arriving at the end of May are sold out. You can hop into the wait list to get the second batch that should be arriving around the end of June. There's no other place you can get them yet.
On the R3 will pressing the mute button on the charger 2 times lockout false alarms as it would by pressing it twice on the actual unit?
Yep! They do the same thing.
Thanks man! So the R3 is the best? Longtime Escort / Passport user and am tired of in town false alerts. Purchased the IX and although it was beautiful radar and locked out false alerts pretty good, performance was worse than the "New Passport" it was going to replace, returned it. On the fence with this and the Max 360 and from what I have gathered, the R3 seems to be the best. If I do get the R3 is there any particular way of setting it up or should be good out of the box? Thanks again
Thank you for the great video, any idea where I can purchase the Uniden R3 the Euro version for use in the UK.
+nbat58 Sorry but there is no Euro version
Shame, do you know of any good detector for use in europe? thank you.
+nbat58 Escort International models
Arrows > No arrows
+Michael Robertson Arrows are pretty great.🚗🔺🚓
I like the arrows information that my Max360 gives me as it is a little faster to decipher direction of threat though it can also be done with RD without arrows as well and a look in your rearview mirror!!!! ;-)
I wish they would have gone for the jugular and incorporated arrows in this detector. There wouldn't have been much consideration of getting other detectors if they did.
+kappaz It wouldn't surprise me to see a detector with arrows too. I agree that that detector would own...
As much as I like my Max360 I got this past december, it no match against Redline when it comes to detecting Real Ka Threat. Yesterday I did a test with a friend where V1 beat the Max360 in Highway mode but the Redline beat both. This means Uniden R3 and Redline will be the most popular. The size of Max360 is really disappointing as well.
I travel back roads at high speeds. I've watched many videos and I'm on overload. Here's my question - What is the most effective, cost effective radar detector and laser jammer combo?
Take a look at the very top of my website www.vortexradar.com and look at the R3 / ALP combo. ;)
Vortex Radar - Thanks, the R3 is perfect, the ALP is pricy, what are your thoughts on the Blinder Jammer? At $749 it saves me a lot, but does it work?
I used to run the Blinder. Take a look here: www.vortexradar.com/2017/10/best-laser-jammer-reviews/
Will they give you free redlight camers or will you have to pay for it
+Terry Hopkins It's free! 😁
Do these detectors have a head phone socket ?
Hey There, I was wondering where or how I could sell my Uniden R3? I have had it about a month now and it is AWESOME, however I have just been informed that if I get caught with it in my semi my company still fire me on the spot! Because of this,I have no use for it as I'm in my truck all week. I would like your opinion on how best it would be to sell it and what you think I should sell it for? Again, it's about a month old. Thanks
+TheBigdaddytrucker01 Yeah they’re not allowed in big semi. You can sell them on eBay. That’d probably be your best bet.
Vortex Radar okay thanks, what do you think is a fair price?
Vortex Radar I have it listed on eBay like you suggested, hopefully it will find a new home. Thanks again!
Did u sell it already? Or u still have it?
What the best out of the DFR 9 or the R1 . Oh yeah I would like to know do the R1 have a manual false alert lockout .
The R1 doesn’t have GPS so if you want the lockouts, get the DFR9.
Vortex Radar okay thanks
BUT UNIDEN doesn't have LASER detection... How to be with that??...... :((((
Watch a few more videos specifically related to laser/lidar. (I'm retired after 25 years in public safety). The only thing a laser detector does is alert you to the fact you have already been clocked by the officer.
"Yes" it does have lazer detection.
You can buy a Redline for about $150 now.
Wow, that’s cheap :)
if a cop pulls you over and he or she isnt the radar trigger puller , then they have to let you go , incorrect cop of recording your speed and its a scam that alot get away with , we must put this to an end. ALWAYS ASK TO SEE THE LASER / RADAR GUN AND THE SPEED THEY SAY YOU DID!!!! I SEE THIS AS A SCAM!!!
I don't think it works that way. There are situations where they have one person clocking vehicles and other officers who are chase cars. A good example is an officer running speed enforcement from the sky and radio'ing down to chase cars on the ground.
Even with ground-based speed enforcement, I'm not aware of laws where an officer has to show you the locked in speed on the back of their radar or lidar gun. It's possible in some areas, but certainly not everywhere.
Cool , thanks buddy :-D
THE MIKEY MIKE CHANNEL he will show you the speed picture in the court. With an addition of some extra cost ))
TheWinwin4all , i wanna see the gun he used along with the speed he got me at , if not , i will cancel the stop and leave , have a good day cop!! NICE TRY THO!!!!
THE MIKEY MIKE CHANNEL When was the last time you been in court for speeding? I don't know what state you are in but here in GA cops will not let you look at anything. One time they tried to charge me with a school bus offence and didn't let me have the video from the police car till the day of my court, which was basically 1 hour before hearing and I couldn't see it till in the court itself. Same thing with the speeding microfilm's footage. This will just anger the judge and he can add more fine on top of current one. Had this sh!t happened to my g.f. before.
Invest in a good dash cam with GPS in it, even if it may not be full proof in the court, but it will definitely help in front of judge to fight for yourself.
i wanna use my laser gun dammm it!!!! LOL
Is this any good for Western Australia? The majority of our radars are lasers and stationary polyscans.
You'll need a laser jammer like the AntiLaser Priority against the Poliscan there. Some good info from fellow members down under on RDF. www.rdforum.org/forum.php
Thanks very much. Will look into it.
Can the display be inverted for upside down mounting?
+gbingha25 nope
Man, you made me watch it all )) Great review as usual! With your suggestion I got myself dfr6 earlier but now I'm ready for the better one.
Between R3 and alp Netdetector , which one is more immune to the rdd, better filtering and longer range? Or what options are better on either one? Thank You
R3, similar I think, R3 ;)
Vortex Radar I will use the provided link, so you'll have some $ out of sale for your time and effort. Thanks!
+TheWinwin4all Thank you! 👍
Redline against RDD imo
Thought the uniden r3 was undetectable by rdd?
Uniden R1 & R3: Updated Spectre Testing ruclips.net/video/9Eizk4gLzOc/видео.html
Awesome as you have promised. Thank you!
What platform is the R1/R3?
I know the Redline is on the M3 and the Max is on the M4, etc..
+Jerry Pena Good question. I don't know if there's a code name for it.
So since we know the Redline and the ProSE have low pass filter to help its sensitivity to give you longer range detection, do you know if the new R1/R3 have an LPF? What's giving these detectors an edge on sensitivity?
+Jerry Pena low noise amplifier. Oddly the Unidens don't have an LNA and yet they're still beating other detectors which is kind of wild.
Is it possible for Uniden to implement Automatic lockouts in future updates based on the hardware?
+emeresbestres1 They could but they have to wait a few years for the patent to expire
OOOOOH I see. Escort is holding it. Thanks. You mentioned you created a video on Manual Lockouts. Would you provide a link?
Thanks Vortex. You're very helpful and informative as always. Hopefully I will get my Uniden R3 next week and compare it to Max 360.
Uniden is a eye sore compared to redline. But the performance is worth it. The LCD screen is nicer than the l.e.d redline. Just not the case materials. I'm going to get one to test verses the redline just to see the range and sensitivity differences soon.
My DFR7 looks really cool, this R3 looks hideous to me. LOL It wouldn't stop me from buying it but still it is fugly as sin.
I personally think the DFR/LRD look really cheap and stupid. Everyone has their preferences. None of them look that great IMO.
You don't really see them once they are installed high mount - I guess if you were mounting off the mirror or on the dash it might be a concern.
Looking good is not just subjective or opinion anyways. There is science and proven theory behind what looks "good" and what looks "like crap". A pile of crap with random shards of metal in it is ugly. A super model's face is not ugly. There is a reason. The same reasons and theories apply to any physical object.
The DFR7 in all black, in person, is a very nice looking device. It is aesthetically pleasing to the eye. The R3 is a shambled up pile of angles in a bulbous and ungainly shape. It is ugly, especially compared to the sleek DFR7.
You can say "it's just your opinion" all day long and it doesn't make it not true. A trained artist's opinion may count more than an ape's opinion as well.
No way....love the blue settings as an R3 owner....the max 360 looks the best I think
The R3 does show speed.
the arrow Loves arrows arrows A+..... wonder how much uniden payed him.... hmmm
It's funny.. sometimes when I say good things about a detector, people think I'm biased or paid. Sometimes when I say bad things about a detector, people think I'm biased or paid by the competition. Oh well, I'll keep focusing on being objective and unbiased and sharing with you what I really think. Do with it what you will. Cheers. :)
Anyway, I recently addressed this in a video and I understand the concern. Check out this video and skip to 7:16: ruclips.net/video/gR4atDdiphc/видео.html
Vortex Radar yea you tubers are never happy but you do great job explaining things... i seen most of your videos very good... just seems 1 way sided on this vid. but very well explained
Doesn't Radenso have automatic lock outs?
+emeresbestres1 nope
does the uniden r3 have stealth mode like the redline?
It is stealth, yes. See here: ruclips.net/video/qBGVmoECRZM/видео.html
Quick question, on my honda civic with the radar cruise control, will that make the Uniden R3 go bonkers or will it be able to filter it out all of the time? I dont want to buy it and have a paperweight... Thanks in advance...
It might, but probably not. Hondas are pretty notorious for causing problems for other nearby radar detectors so it's not just an R3-specific issue. My guess is you'll be okay since it's usually blind spot radar and not radar cruise control that causes issues. My recommendation is to try it out from here: bit.ly/2oNDrPl
Enable the K Filter for sure. If that doesn't work, enable TSF. You can also enable K Narrow which may help a little, but those other two filters will be your best bet.
Speed detectors
BTW: Redline is not the best Escort model, it's the iX and has better sensitivity than the Redline, but you don't say that. Are you a paid endorser for Uniden? Make sure you state all the facts and not fool people saying Uniden is better than Escort.
No I am not.
The Redline is definitely a better performer than the iX. You can verify that by looking at any test or conducting a test yourself.
someone got schooled by VR
Whats a good radar for under 200$?
+FatalNukeZ DFR6
What about the RX65 Professional? I see really good reviews about that one.
+FatalNukeZ oooooold detector, long since discontinued
Vortex Radar what are the cons with the rx65? It has good rating on amazon and other sites and it looks pretty promising with all the features it offers. Is the DRF6 better?
+FatalNukeZ Well the DFR6 is a more modern range and has much better false alert filtering and performance than the RX65.
you're a god
so is uniden r1 top pf the line uniden detector?
+Nico I'd say the R3 because of the added GPS.
Vortex Radar selling mine 9500ix n will pick this one.thx vortex
So where can one purchase an R3 in Canada?
The only place right now is from the link I put in the video description.
However, preorders are completely sold out for the first batch arriving at the end of May. The next batch is expected to arrive in June and you can get on the waitlist.
Vortex Radar where is the waiting list for r3? thank you sir