Cobra RAD 480i

Long-Range Detection with Shared Alerts

$149.95

The Cobra RAD 480i is our most popular radar detector that keeps you safe on the road with long-range detection and accurate alerts. It also connects to the Drive Smarter® community so you can receive shared alerts from other detectors and drivers. Built-in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) helps sift through all radar signals so you get the right alerts at the right time.

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Cobra RAD 480i

Connected Radar & Laser Detector

$149.95
List price $149.95
Cobra RAD 480i
List price $149.95
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Premium Mount Bundle

$179.90

The RAD 480i Premium Mount Bundle offers the best all-around mounting solution for any windshield. The strong suction cup will make sure your RAD 480i radar detector is securely mounted and won't fall off. From commuter car to to ready-to-rumble pickup trucks and Jeeps, the Premium Mount will hold fast.

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Our Community

Be a part of the community that shares alerts from our connected radar detectors and drivers through the Drive Smarter® app.

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Price Match Promise

If you find a better advertised price online for any current Cobra product, we promise to match it within 30 days of your purchase.

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With all Cobra purchases, you'll enjoy free shipping on orders $80 and up. Select Free Ground Shipping over $80 at checkout.

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Simple Returns

Not satisfied? No worries. All products purchased factory direct come with a 30-day money back guarantee, no questions asked.

OUR MOST POPULAR RADAR DETECTOR

Get long-range detection plus enhanced Digital Signal Processing (DSP) for rapid warnings and accurate alerts. Bluetooth® connectivity to the Drive Smarter® provides access to speed-based sensitivity and Defender Database locations of red light and speed cameras.

1Long-Range Detection

Earlier warnings provide greater protection against all radar and laser guns in use on the road

22nd Generation False Alert Filtering

Enjoy a quiet ride with reduced false alerts from Blind Spot Monitoring and other radar-based systems

3Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

Built-in DSP enables faster processing for all incoming signals to provide rapid and accurate alerts

4Shared Radar & Laser Alerts

With the Drive Smarter® app, you can share and receive radar and laser alerts from other connected detectors

5OLED Display

A monochromatic OLED display let's you clearly see your radar bands, strength, and frequency, day or night

6Updateable Software

Receive regular new updates to your radar detector's firmware for improved performance and accuracy

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

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LaserEye® Protection

LaserEye® detects laser signals from both the front and rear of your vehicle

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Sensitivity (SEN) Button

Adjust sensitivity and filtering modes to control how many notifications you receive

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Defender Database

A continuously updated database notifies you to red light/speed camera locations

"The Cobra RAD 480i Is An Easy To Use And Accurate Radar Detector"

Forbes
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"...consistently warned me about police lurking on the roadside and at least once saved me from an expensive ticket"

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Drive Smarter® App

Upgrade your drive with a Cobra radar detector or dash cam and the Drive Smarter® app. Now compatible with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, enjoy shared alerts, red light and speed camera locations, and real-time road conditions on your Apple CarPlay or Android Auto-enabled display.
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APPLE CARPLAY® & ANDROID AUTO™

Conveniently view and verify shared alerts on your Apple CarPlay or Android Auto-compatible display.
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support

SHARED NETWORK ALERTS

Get advance warning of laser and radar alerts from other connected detectors
Shared Network Alerts UI

DEVICE SETTINGS MANAGEMENT

Easily adjust your features, alerts, and settings on any supported device
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support
Shared Network Alerts UI

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

  • RAD 480i Radar Detector
  • Windshield Mounting Bracket
  • 12V Vehicle Power Adapter
  • Dashboard Adhesive Mount
  • Quick Start Guide
RAD 480i What's in the Box

Which Rad Is Right For Me?

THIS PRODUCT

RAD 480i

Long-Range Detection with Shared Alerts

RAD 700i

Advanced Detection With AutoLearn™ Intelligence

RAD 380

Affordable & Accurate Detection

Long-Range Detection

Premium Detection Range

Long-Range Detection

False Alert Filtering

Advanced False Alert Filtering

False Alert Filtering

LaserEye® Protection

LaserEye® Protection

LaserEye® Protection

Digital Signal Processing

Digital Signal Processing

Digital Signal Processing

Defender Database*

Defender Database*

Defender Database*

Speed-Based Sensitivity*

Speed-Based Sensitivity*

Speed-Based Sensitivity*

Drive Smarter® App

Drive Smarter® App

Drive Smarter® App

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth Connectivity

Dual Language (English/Spanish)

Dual Language (English/Spanish)

Dual Language (English/Spanish)

OLED Display

5-Color OLED Display

OLED Display

Built-In GPS

Built-In GPS

Built-In GPS

AutoLearn™ Intelligence

AutoLearn™ Intelligence

AutoLearn™ Intelligence

EZ Mag Mount

EZ Mag Mount

EZ Mag Mount


*Only with the Drive Smarter® app connected

COBRA RADAR DETECTORS

EXPLORE THE RAD FAMILY

The Cobra RAD family of radar detectors are the most popular detectors for a good reason. From affordable and accurate radar detection to the perfect balance of performance and value, Cobra's RAD detectors have you covered.

Item # 0180009-1

SPECIFICATIONS:

Unit Dimensions: 4.25” L x 2.75” W x 1.25” H (107.95mm x 69.85mm x 31.75mm)

Unit Weight (lbs.): 4.8 oz. (136.1 g.)

Individual Box Dimensions : 2.13” L x 5.10” W x 7.70” H (54.10mm x 129.54mm x 195.58mm)

Individual Box Weight: 12.8 oz. (362.9 g.)

SKU: # 0180009-1

Model: RAD 480i

Master Pack Qty.: 4

Master Pack Dimensions: 6.85” L x 10.20” W x 11” H (173.99mm x 259.08mm x 279.4mm)

Master Pack Weight: 4 lbs. (1,814.37 g.)

UPC #: 028377 10786 3

Master Pack Barcode: 1 0028377 10786 0

Are radar detectors illegal?

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.

What is the range of radar detectors?

In flat, open conditions the range is at least 2 miles.  Please note that road conditions (hills and curves) can affect the range.

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