Drive Smarter® App

Drive Smarter® is the smart driving app you need to make the most of your compatible Cobra dash cams and radar detectors. Available for both Android and iOS smartphones, Drive Smarter allows you to view your route and receive alerts right on your display (see Apple CarPlay below), view your SC series smart dash cam videos, set up advanced safety and security features, and easily manage your device settings.

Works with Apple CarPlay®

Conveniently view and verify shared radar and laser alerts, red light and speed camera locations, and crowdsourced road conditions as well as see your route and turn-by-turn directions, all on your CarPlay-compatible display in your vehicle. Gain increased confidence on your drive with exclusive community alerts that are easily viewable on your CarPlay display.

Store & View Videos in the Cloud

Easily view and share your dash cam videos, whether it’s from a scenic road trip or from accident footage that you need to share with your insurance provider. Drive Smarter® automatically stores your video footage safely and securely in the cloud so you can access whenever you need it.

Integrated Driver Alerts

Drive Smarter® now integrates alerts from the Cobra community of drivers, ensuring you receive updates on road conditions and potential hazards. Enhance your driving experience by pairing your Cobra device with the Drive Smarter app so you can share and receive community alerts.  

Mayday Alert

Drive Smarter®’s emergency Mayday Alert allows you to set up an emergency contact that will be notified via text message and/or email in the event of a severe impact detected by a compatible device. Get the peace of mind you need for loved ones while they’re out on the road.  

Drive Smarter Incident Reports

Incident Reports

The process for handling repairs and insurance claims after an accident is rarely easy or pleasant. Streamline the claims process with our Incident Reports feature, which compiles relevant information taken from the dash cam video footage in a summarized format for you to send out. 

Device Settings

Device Settings

Now you can manage your vehicles and Cobra device settings and features, all from one unified app. From setting up your profile to customizing app alerts and device settings, you can easily control your Cobra detectors and dash cams from within Drive Smarter®.  

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Download Drive Smarter®


Works with Carplay iconGet the shared alerts you need on your drive with the Drive Smarter companion app and your compatible Cobra radar detectors and smart dash cams. Easily view your route and shared detector and community alerts on your CarPlay-compatible display. Download today to join the Drive Smarter® community!