Cobra XRS 9845 Radar Detector Review
You've probably seen a number of reviews on this site for products in the Cobra XRS range. What, with the 9535, 9545, 9970, and 9645 models also available on the market - you are probably getting a bit sick of them.
But before you switch off and write this Cobra XRS 9845 Radar Detector off as being yet another XRS release - allow us to give it a proper review. After all, the 9845 is the top model in the series, and an impressive one it is.
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Cobra XRS 9845 Voice Alert 15 Band Radar/Laser Detector with Digital Compass and Upgradeable Alert for Speed and Red Light Cameras
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Cobra XRS 9845 Radar Detector Specifications & Features
Band Detection
Like those which have gone before it, the Cobra XRS 9845 Radar Detector features full band detection ability, including the standard bands such as K, Ka, X, and SWS - and adding the newer band - Ku, in to the picture.
This means that the product is now on par with units from the great manufacturers such as Beltronics and Escort, and it can therefore provide some degree of competition in this area of the market.
Finally, VG-2 protection has been added, and Spectre monitoring has been transferred over from previous models - making the XRS 9845 a safe, hidden, and highly useful product.
Display & Layout
This XRS model definitely takes the top prize as far as design and layout is concerned. Further refinements by Cobra have resulted in a slender, sleek and elegant looking unit, which stays attached to the windscreen almost as if its longevity depended on it.
The backlighting on the user screen is blue, and the size of the screen itself has been increased so that it now spans 2 lines. This makes viewing the signals an absolute pleasure and a total breeze.
Unique Technology
Lost? Well, all you need to do is turn to your Cobra XRS 9845 Radar Detector. With an 8 point digital compass, you'll be able to navigate yourself out of even the most awkward of positions. Furthermore, voice alerts, a battery voltage monitor, and an optional GPS fixed-position speed camera add-on are all things to get excited about.
Performance & Range
The 9845 is the top model in the XRS range, not just because it is the prettiest or the most inclusive, but because it genuinely does a better job of detecting bands than its predecessors.
The Cobra XRS 9845 Radar Detector was able to see almost 2 miles ahead of our position to pick up oncoming Ka bands, and as for POP and laser notification - we had plenty of time to slow down to avoid a ticket. Whilst not as effective as the $400 Beltronics systems available out there, this Cobra unit is a pretty high quality substitute.
Our Rating of the Cobra XRS 9845 Radar Detector
We were impressed by the Cobra XRS 9845 Radar Detector and its ability to go where no other Cobra model has gone before. With Ku support, VG-2 stealth, and an array of on board goodies, the XRS 9845 gets a well deserved 5 stars.
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