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    Default Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    Hi guys

    I did some search on net and brought my choices down to Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i. My primary goal is to avoid these sucking cops on highways where they hide in unimaginable places. In city I am mostly careful and within limits all the time. So, I was looking for suggestions to decide which radar is the best to go for. My budget is around 300-350 max.

    Any input is valuable and appreciated.

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    I would say save the extra $60 - $90 you would have to spend on the 9500i and just go with the Beltronics RX-65, it works just as good as the 9500i

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    Honestly they have the same detection range, you're paying a premium for the GPS capabilities is all. You should look at the Vector units, they are also the exact same hardware and much cheaper.

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    If you're looking at the RX65, look for escorts C65. (much cheaper)

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    thanks guys... at this stage I don't worry about paying $50-60 more, I am concerned with performance only. It's a one time invest, as per GPS in 9500i, so that's what I wanted to know if it's worth paying for that ? How bad are false alarms in case of RX65 which might get better on 9500i ?

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    Quote Originally Posted by inder1_iit View Post
    thanks guys... at this stage I don't worry about paying $50-60 more, I am concerned with performance only. It's a one time invest, as per GPS in 9500i, so that's what I wanted to know if it's worth paying for that ? How bad are false alarms in case of RX65 which might get better on 9500i ?
    The tunnel vision M4 RDs don't false a lot. If X band is not a concern, turn that off.

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    All detectors false, get used to it. The 9500i has lockout features that can reduce it. The off axis failings of these detectors are well known, but it does make for less falsing.

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    Quote Originally Posted by dpatel01 View Post
    If you're looking at the RX65, look for escorts C65. (much cheaper)
    Do you have any personal experience in using C65, I checked on web and it's cheaper but I guess this is the discontinued product. Anyone has any idea how does C65 compare with RX65 ?

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    Quote Originally Posted by inder1_iit View Post
    Quote Originally Posted by dpatel01 View Post
    If you're looking at the RX65, look for escorts C65. (much cheaper)
    Do you have any personal experience in using C65, I checked on web and it's cheaper but I guess this is the discontinued product. Anyone has any idea how does C65 compare with RX65 ?
    It is 100% the exact same unit in a different casing.

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    Default Re: Help Bel RX65 vs Escort 9500i

    Quote Originally Posted by inder1_iit View Post
    Quote Originally Posted by dpatel01 View Post
    If you're looking at the RX65, look for escorts C65. (much cheaper)
    Do you have any personal experience in using C65, I checked on web and it's cheaper but I guess this is the discontinued product. Anyone has any idea how does C65 compare with RX65 ?
    Only difference is the paint job on the outside and it has Escorts alert tones (so no creepy pedophile guy).

 

 

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