dragonrage

O RLY?

X50 >>>>>> RX65, but V1 reigns supreme

fredmr39

IDK about >>> -- I know X50 is better for laser (between that and the RX65) (very important deciding factor), and also has better sensitivity/range for Ka, but there were other areas the RX65 outperformed the X50 in (not AS important though I suppose...) - while other tests I saw determined they were identical. Either way, after researching everything, I went with the X50 when I got mine.

Blown Z

All the test and reviews I've read on www.radardetector.net and www.guysoflidar.com indicate that the V1 is best in laser.

fredmr39

Yes - sorry if my last post was misleading - I was comparing the X50 to the RX65, and didn't pay attention to the fact that the V1 was quoted in my post as well. I believe there were a couple areas that the X50 outperformed the V1....

EDIT:

Here's a good quick overview:

Best overall performance-------------------BEL Pro RX65
Best instant-on performance---------------Escort Passport 8500 X50
Best POP-mode performance---------------BEL Pro RX65
Best windshield mount---------------------Valentine One
Best visual displays------------------------BEL Pro RX65
Best audible alerts-------------------------Escort Passport 8500 X50
Best laser performance---------------------Valentine One
Best price/performance ratio----------------Escort Passport 8500 X50

Source: http://www.radartest.com/article.asp?articleid=9090

IMO, when it comes down to it -- if you can afford the V1, get the V1. Though it may lack in other areas, all three perform sufficiently enough in the other fields and are all top models - and will all get the job done....however since laser is much harder to detect, that should be a determining factor IMO.

Blown Z

No problem at all! With any of the top 3 radar detectors you can't go wrong. If you plan on doing mostly highway driving go with the V1. For city/urban driving I'd go with either the X50 or RX65.

dragonrage

Keep in mind that the V1 has improved considerably since 2005. More recent ones false MUCH less often. MUCH less.

Phil8616

iTrader: (11)

There is a sponsor on this site who is an official authorized Escort dealer and should be getting the new 9500i in soon for a good price I believe for around $400, DinoZ I think. If thats too much, he has the 8500 X50 for $269.

ultraz

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ive had an escort, cobra,and now a beltronis RX75plus. This rx75plus is rather pricey, but the best radar detector ive owned. Plus, ist a laser jammer.