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Uniden R4 vs. Uniden R8: Quick Take

The Uniden R4 is the upgraded version of the popular R3, whereas the R8 is the updated version of the trusty R7. Both the R4 and R8 are built on new platforms, giving them an advantage in terms of range and available features when compared to the older R3 and R7. As far as which one you should go with, here is what we recommend.

When it comes to price: The Uniden R4 is our choice. As of this writing, it retails for about $400 on Amazon. If you are new to radar detectors, the R4 is easy to use and will give you plenty of advance notice when a radar source is nearby.
When it comes to features: The R8 is the better option with its directional alert arrows and more expansive OLED display. As of this writing, it retails for about $700 on Amazon.

Let?s take a closer look at each radar detector.

Uniden R4: The Perfect “Grab & Go” Unit

Uniden R4 in Alert Display 1

The Uniden R4 sits alongside units from Escort, Cobra, Radenso, and K40 in my collection of radar detectors. While my Escorts are nice with all the Bluetooth features, sometimes I don’t need all that “stuff” when I drive. My goal was to find a “grab and go” radar detector for quick trips around Detroit with dece...