Best Whistler Radar Detectors: Avoid Police and Speeding Tickets

The CR73 is a high-performance radar detector that features bilingual (English or Spanish)  Real Voice alerts. It has a 360-degree detection range, and can respond to all laser and radar guns including, X-band, back-band, and superwide K-band. It will also indicate the signal strength on the colorful OLED display. What’s more, with POP mode, short bursts of POP radar won’t go undetected.  

The radar can filter alerts from collision-avoidance systems and traffic flow sensors with the help of Traffic Flow Signal Rejection, an advanced false-alert detection system. This helps to reduce false positives as you drive through the city or on highways. 

As with most radar detectors, you may also have to put up with a few false positives from this model. In addition, it doesn’t have a digital compass or directional arrows that indicate the direction of the threat.

The CR68 model from Whistler may not look quite as sleek as more modern devices, but it gets the job done. Along with the included windshield mount bracket, 360-degree perimeter protection, and protection against all radar gun types, it’s also a lower-priced radar detector.

It includes a red, green, and yellow color layout that makes it stand out on your dashboard. It also makes it easier to read. The bright colors don’t get obscured by the sun’s light, and they shine brightly at night. 

However, there have been complaints that it isn’t quite as good as the older model. That being said, it’s more accurate than the previous edition, and that’s what counts.

Whistler's LR-300GP comes with a suction cup holder, a micro USB cable for updating the GPS and camera, a power cable for connecting with the auxiliary plug, and an owner's manual. If any problems arise, it is covered by a manufacturer's warranty.

The detection range is good, and it also stays quiet and gives off very few, if any, false alarms. The device detects all new lasers in the United States, including Laser Atlanta Stealth mode and Laser Ally. It features an internal GPS that provides red-light and speed-camera alerts. It has an OLED text display, dim and dark modes, a battery saver setting, and SWS selectable tone alerts.

One problem with this device is the screen may stop working after a few months of use. In addition, the plug may not stay plugged in, and even the lowest setting on the volume is quite loud.

If you’re looking to avoid any speed traps or red-light cameras, the Whistler CR93 High-Performance Laser Radar Detector is a good choice. This unit provides up to 360 degrees of protection with its high-tech sensor and will alert you of any radar gun or signal within the perimeter.

The detector features radar signature ID (RSID), laser signature ID (LSID), POP mode, real voice alerts, and a bilingual OLED text display screen. It includes six filter modes that help eliminate alerts from radar-based traffic systems. You can also easily access speed and red light traffic cameras through its internal GPS, which you can upload via USB.

Many have issued complaints with the device giving off false alarms when first set up under its default settings. You may have to enable new settings if you want to avoid any false readings. It may also read other cars’ radar that’s used for collision alerts.

It can be difficult to discern any difference between various Whistler models, but each one is unique in its own right. While the Whistler CR70 Laser Radar Detector may have a lot of the same features as our previously mentioned options, it’s a lot less expensive than many other models.

The CR70 connects directly to the vehicle’s cigarette lighter port with a 12-volt power cord. It also comes with a suction-cupped attachment that connects to the dashboard or windshield. It’s rated to protect against all types of radar guns, has POP mode, and even features advanced speed-detection capabilities to let you know of any speed traps. It also helps eliminate false alerts from radar-based traffic systems.

There have been complaints that the radar detector can get too hot when in use. It may not overheat, but you won’t want to risk it. Another reported issue is that the lights may not always work.

The Whistler XTR-135 Radar Detector is another great budget choice if you want to avoid any speed cameras or radar guns. The device is small and compact and can be attached either to the dashboard or windshield. It offers 360 degrees of protection.

The radar detector is light and easy to read, has an icon display, includes three different modes, and features a safety warning system. It has all the normal features you’d find on other Whistler detectors but at a far lower price. It also features a non-skid dash pad, a power cord, and a windshield bracket kit for easy mounting.

However, this particular radar detector lacks the sophisticated feel and look of newer, more up-to-date models. The icons aren’t all that much to look at with their red and yellow coloring. Plus, the detector reverts to highway mode when turned off, so you may have to reset it when you set off on a journey.