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"I haven't actually had time to set it the way I want to but I have been using it like just standard mode for now ,so far so good though!"
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Drive with more confidence and peace of mind with the affordable and accurate RAD 380 radar detector. Get upgraded performance and features like Adjustable Sensitivity Modes for Highway or City and 2nd generation false alert filtering for a quiet ride, all at a wallet-friendly price.
Earlier warnings provide greater protection against all radar and laser guns.
2nd generation updateable IVT Filter and advanced anti-falsing circuitry intelligently reduce false alerts.
Adjusts the display brightness for easier nighttime viewing.
LaserEye® detects laser signals from both the front and rear of your vehicle
Adjust sensitivity and filtering modes to control how many notifications you receive.
For manual mute or auto mute of audio alerts
Included with every new Cobra RAD 380:
With 8 parts & accessories available for Cobra RAD 380, customize your setup and be ready for any journey.

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Radar detectors are illegal only in Virginia, Washington DC, and most parts of Canada. They are also illegal in all 50 states for commercial drivers, such as truck drivers and taxi drivers.
If you are not a commercial driver, and you are not in Virginia or Washington DC or Canada, then it is perfectly legal to use a radar detector.
In flat, open conditions the range is at least 2 miles. Please note that road conditions (hills and curves) can affect the range.
Overall rating: 4.4963503 / 5 from 137 reviews.
The Cobra RAD 380 radar detector is praised for its performance and affordability, offering a good balance of range and false alert reduction. Customers appreciate its ease of use and fast shipping, though some have noted the need for a more detailed user manual.
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"I haven't actually had time to set it the way I want to but I have been using it like just standard mode for now ,so far so good though!"
"Bought this radar detector from purchasing power for my truck thats broke down right now, and everytime I pass a store or a semi the detector goes berserk and it won't my city police and county sheriff, im not sure about my state police yet I haven't ran into one of them yet. Anyway I can get these false positives to stop? Other than its a great product."
"Came right on time packaged well and product works great"
"have had many cobra products over the years, purchased this RAD 380 march of 25 on amazon order#113-6810639-9218614 and the light display went out. didn't concern me to much as i can still hear the audible alert. now the audio alerts have stopped working. guessing next time i buy a warranty"
"I'm not happy with this radar detector. It doesn't work at all even radar that's taking mph on the side of the road it won't go off until I'm right past it and police cars if they have it I don't know but all of my other Radar detectors work perfectly but this one"
"I ordered this Cobar RAD 380 for my daughter because she's on the road alot and meets cops on the road everyday. It helps her not to speed when the detector goes off. For the money it's one of the best little radar detectors they have."
"Haven't had or used a detector in about 40 years. Bought this one on a whim. Don't really need it because I don't speed but you never can be too careful. Made it's first trip last week to Dallas area and back and it was fun and interesting interpreting all the signals it was picking up. Not the fanciest or most sophisticated, but it works for my needs."
"Loved this item so much my second vehicle needed the protection."
"i haven’t tried it yet bc it’s a gift for my boyfriend but the shipping was fast and it got here in good conditions"
"Excellent product. No problems whatsoever. I have used Cobra radar detectors for years. Thanks Mark"
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| LaserEye® Protection | Yes, Front and rear laser threat detection |
Yes, Front and rear laser threat detection |
Yes, Front and rear laser threat detection |
| Extreme Mode Capability | Coming soon! |
Yes |
No |
| Display | Full-color OLED Display |
White OLED Display |
7-Segment LED |
| Power Connectivity | Barrel Connector |
USB-C |
Barrel Connector |
| Mount Style | EZ Mag Mount™ |
Redesigned adhesive mount with installation film |
Dual suction cup mount |
| Digital Signal Processing | Yes |
Yes |
No |
| Drive Smarter® App | Yes |
Yes |
No |
| Defender® Database | Yes |
Yes *With Drive Smarter® App connected |
No |
| Shared Detector Alerts | Yes |
Yes *With Drive Smarter® App connected |
No |
| GPS-Based AutoLearn® Intelligence | Yes |
No |
No |
| Firmware Updatable | Yes |
Yes |
No |
| Dual-Language | Yes, English / Spanish |
Yes, English / Spanish |
Yes, English / Spanish |