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Cobra XRS 9960G Radar Detector Reviews

$201.00

A color screen on the Cobra XRS 9960G shows pleasing and informative graphics. The GPS plug-in... (cnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Cobra XRS 9960G Radar Detector

We have collected and analyzed 1 expert reviews and 25 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 63/100 and users rate it 82/100. The average review date is May 30, 2009. We have compared these reviews to 2531 reviews from other Radar Detectors. The alaScore™ for this product is 90/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 21, 2009.

alaSCORE 90

900100

26 reviews

November, 2009

63 / 100

1 Expert

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82 / 100

25 Users

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Expert Reviews (1)

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Cobra XRS 9960G Digital Radar and Laser Detector

By (cnet.com)

A color screen on the Cobra XRS 9960G shows pleasing and informative graphics. The GPS plug-in provides alerts for red-light cameras and areas that require more driver attention

According to third-party testing, detection performance may not have the range of competing high-end units. The case seems a little ostentatious for what we consider a stealth device

The Cobra XRS 9960G offers a feature set that goes far beyond standard radar detectors. Its detection performance works for most people, but it may come up short for faster drivers.

For another perspective, including quantitative testing, Radarbusters.com...

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63100

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User Reviews (25)

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Cobra XRS 9960G Radar Detector

By AlexanderAkulick (pcworld.com)

I was given this new Cobra in return for an honest review of the unit. I'm afraid the advertising group had no idea I would pull out an over 20-year old Cincinnati Microwave Passport for a comparison. The performance of the old Passport even encouraged th...

GPS, GPS speed display, stationary traffic camera locating and warning, RPM sensing, Laser notification, and fairly low falsing in highway mode

Slow and/or weak reception of X and K bands, plastic housing means the unit shuts off radar circuitry when a RDD is detected. The shutdown is necessary due to unshielded XRS 9960G detector circuits

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COBRA : Robbing the Clerk of Court in a town near you!

By iamrachael (epinions.com)

There are two ways to drive - Fast and FasterMemoirs of a professional speeder: Speeding in moderation is a-okay. In fact, I've never had a speeding ticket. I'm sure it doesn't hurt that I'm a former patrol ...

Looks great, clear display, good features

Hard to customize, a little noisy, settings are difficult to master, false alerts

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best bang for the buck!

By g35driver (amazon.com)

best bang for the buck!

easy to use, very customizable (can turn off certain alerts/frequencies etc.) cobra updates its aura database daily to ensure supreme coverage, comparable w/ the higher end models of escort and bell but cheaper and AS EFFECTIVE! owned this radar for 3 mo...

Manufacturer's Description

Heres' the peace of mind you want - and need - while driving. The Cobra 15-Band Maximum Performance Digital Radar/Laser/Safety Camera Detector provides protection on the road, with numerous detection and safety alerts. Moreover, it comes with a GPS locator and lifetime subscription to the AURA Database to alert you to verified speed and red light camera locations, dangerous intersections, and reported speed trap locations for the US and Canada. Cobra 15-Band Maximum Performance Digital...

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