Sentinel

Any recommendations on the best Radar detectors powered by battery (vs. cig. lighter cord)? I understand the V1 is considered the best overall product - but I would like to hear opinions on battery-powered units.

O.W. Kenobi

V1 is the best, IMO, and because you can easily hardwire it, why would you want something different?

Sentinel

The battery-powered units are less-expensive; also - I don't have to deal with the cord. I understand you can hard-wire the V1 (and other products); but I guess I am being overly-cautious - I just don't want to screw up my wiring in the process. If you have any recommendations - I would like to hear them. Thanks.

sack lunch

Do you want a good radar detector, or do you want something that's convenient? You can't have both. V1's are the best for a reason. Plus, how the heck are you gonna know if you're battery is gonna die at an inopportune time? Just doesn't make sense. Besides, do they even MAKE battery powered detectors any more? OR, why don't you just get the lidatek, install it, and never worry about it?

AddictedA4

escort makes the best battery one i think

O.W. Kenobi

reversable. Poke around your forum - I'm sure that someone has done it before.

When you hardwire it, there is NO messing with the cord anymore. You run the wire around the glass, and you don't even see it. Completely worry-free once you're done.

Look into it more before you go battery-powered. V1 is the best by far.