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Not perfect but it seems to pick up most police radar traps, if they are using it at a distance

Bel has made big improvements to their detectors over the years. They definitely manufacture the highest quality low-price units, and their overall product quality is right at the top w/ Escort & Valentine. This RX55 is very easy to use, and is not prone to the "panic-type" alerts of older models (which was a set-up to help drivers when encountering instant-on radar; but was very inaccurate). The mounting system is also hugely improved (Thanks, company partner Escort). For the money, it's a good buy. If you don't travel too much over the limit, or if this is a first detector - it's a good one. However, if you can swing it, the RX65 or Passport 8500 is a much better performer. That "next step" in detector pricing brings w/ it A LOT more sensitivity.

I haven't had that much experience with detectors, but I did use one detector before I switched to this one. Compared to the previous one, this Beltronics unit is far superior and I do now get peace of mind when I need to go a little faster than what the police can tolerate. It has far better range with signal strength indicator so that you get a rough idea how far the signal source is. I also like the way it's designed. It's not a perfect device, but overall, I think it is a good product and does the job well.

I tried this RX-55 and found a lot of false alerts -- it seemed to just go off for no reason and I passed like 4 police cars and nothing. I researched online and asked radar experts and they agree -- the better one is the vector 955. Either upgrade to the rx65 or get the cheaper vector 955. I only write this to save many of you the hassle and unhappiness that I went through.