The Cobra iRadar is essentially a basic, albeit good, radar/laser detector. However, when paired with an iPhone running the iRadar app, it becomes a much more flexible and useful speed management tool. Read more
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The good: The Cobra iRadar works with or without a connected iPhone or iPod Touch. Its car charger has a powered USB port for keeping the paired iPhone charged. A free iPhone app allows users to fine-tune the iRadar's sensitivity and discern between actual alerts and false positives, as well as monitor for traffic cameras and speed traps.
The bad: You will have to bring your own iPhone cradle or car mount to effectively use the app, as the iRadar kit does not include one.
The bottom line: The Cobra iRadar is essentially a basic, albeit good, radar/laser detector. However, when paired with an iPhone running the iRadar app, it becomes a much more flexible and useful speed management tool.
Pros: The fact that it's active vs. passive -- meaning you are immediately linked to a community that is constantly feeding data on where speed traps are located. The iPhone app takes speed management strategies to the next level.
Cons: I hate cords! I previously had a cordless Escort, which I was satisfied with. Now my wife has it, and while I love my iRadar, having to deal with powering both it and the iPhone on long trips is annoying and cumbersome.
Summary: If you assume the cost of your iPhone is a sunk cost...spending $170 for one of the BEST radars in the market is a no brainer.
Summary: If you assume the cost of your iPhone is a sunk cost...spending $170 for one of the BEST radars in the market is a no brainer.
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