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    Default Whistler XTR 690 or Beltronics Vector 955?

    Hey there,

    I don't know much about radar detectors, however, I do need one so this is the place to ask. I'm debating between the Whistler XTR-690 or the Bel Vector 955. Both are in my price range and look similar.

    Should I get one over the other or what?

    Thanks!

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    955 no doubt for me.

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    I would go with BEL955 :!:

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    Default Re: Whistler XTR 690 or Beltronics Vector 955?

    Quote Originally Posted by nschuchert
    Hey there,

    I don't know much about radar detectors, however, I do need one so this is the place to ask. I'm debating between the Whistler XTR-690 or the Bel Vector 955. Both are in my price range and look similar.

    Should I get one over the other or what?

    Thanks!
    One thing you need to know is that the 955 is built around the same platform as the RX65. I have never personally used either of these two in the real world but I did recently purchase a Pro 78 for this purpose
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    I would get a Whistler Pro-78 (Whistler Fan)

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    Depends what the threats are in your area, and what's important to you in an RD.

    The Rx-55 did very well in recent testing, and seems to have a slight edge on the XTR-690 series in range. Both probably filter equally well at this point, though I have never used the 955 so I can't say for sure. The Whistler will likely be a more reliable unit, as the Bels tend to have problems where they need maintenance and give a "Self Cal" service required message. Also, the Whistler will likely perform better with Laser, if that's important to you (neither is likely to ever save you from laser...)

    Personally, I have used the Whistler Pro-78 (essentially the XTR-690, but with different features) and think it's a great bang for the buck. Others on here swear by the 55. I think either will serve you well.

 

 

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