Whistler XTR195 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector

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Pros

  • Easy to mount (11)
  • Clear alert (7)
  • Versatile (6)
  • Durable (5)
  • Good sensitivity (5)
  • Neat features or extras (3)
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Cons

  • Gives false reads (8)
  • Inaccurate (2)
  • Falses like other units (1)
  • Not adjustable (1)
  • Not durable (1)
  • Not last that long (1)
  • Not very sensitive (1)
  • Rechargeable battery does (1)
  • Reflective buttons (1)

Best Uses

  • Highway driving (8)
  • Urban navigation (7)
  • Rural navigation (2)
  • Small cars (2)
 
 
 

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Whistler XTR-195 Radar Detector - Total Band Protection, 12 Volts, Tone Alerts, Icon Display, 72 Point Digital Compass, Cordless

Specification Description
Model XTR-195, xtr-195
UPC 052303404412
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Battery Type Product
Benefits 360° radar (X, K, Ka, superwide Ka) and laser detection for all-around protectionAuto Shut Off Mode automatically shuts off the d
Capacity UOM mAh
Chemistry Ni-MH
Country Of Origin Philippines
Description Header Know what's coming.
Display Catalog Number 22-116
End Product Indicator Yes
Included in the Box Whistler XTR-195 radar detectorPower cordWindshield mount"AA" batteries (3)Owner's manual
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 12
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 12
MAP Price 0.0
Model XTR-195
New Date Mon Jan 12 00:00:00 CST 2009
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Power Device Power cord, batteries
Product Depth 4.88
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Height 1.3
Product Type Radar/laser with POP Alert
Product Weight 8.5
Product Weight UOM ounces
Product Width 2.88
Rechargeable Yes
Size AA
Supported Languages English

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Whistler XTR195 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Reviews

 
 
 

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

 
★★★★☆
4.0
Good value for money. Nice unit.

"Nice unit. The key reasons I bought this model is it's cordless and affordable. While it comes with rechargeable batteries and cigarette-lighter charger, I have yet to use these as I get excellent performance from normal AA batteries (takes three). On my most recent roadtrip I got 15 hours of solid use from the batteries (Energizer) and they still seem to be running strongly. . During the trip it identified pl..." Read Full Review »

Aug 01, 2009 by Leth B

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Not all radar detectors are the same.

"Unlike another reviewer here I don't think radar detectors are all the same. It is true that instant on radar will catch you every time if you have no warning, but most times you aren't the only one that is being checked and by getting the information that radar is in the area you can be prepared.I have a Valentine One and am very pleased with it, but don't like having to move it from car to car. At [$] per un..." Read Full Review »

Dec 24, 2008 by Inbox20039

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Whistler XTR195 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

Good value for money. Nice unit.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Clear Alert
  • Durable
  • Easy To Mount
  • Good Sensitivity
  • Neat Features or Extras
  • More »

    Cons

  • Reflective buttons

    Best Uses

  • Highway Driving
  • Rural Driving
 

"Nice unit. The key reasons I bought this model is it's cordless and affordable. While it comes with rechargeable batteries and cigarette-lighter charger, I have yet to use these as I get excellent performance from normal AA batteries (takes three). On my most recent roadtrip I got 15 hours of solid …"  Read Full Review »

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Aug 1 2009
Leth B
NJ
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  • Veteran detector user
Reviewed at:
Price: $104.99
 
 

Whistler XTR195 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

Not all radar detectors are the same.

★★☆☆☆
2.0

    Pros

  • Clear Alert
  • Easy To Mount
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Not very sensitive

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"Unlike another reviewer here I don't think radar detectors are all the same. It is true that instant on radar will catch you every time if you have no warning, but most times you aren't the only one that is being checked and by getting the information that radar is in the area you can be prepared.I …"  Read Full Review »

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Dec 24 2008
Inbox20039
NNJ
I am:
  • Gearhead
Reviewed at:
Price: $104.99
 
 

Whistler XTR195 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

pretty good detector and cheap also

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Clear Alert
  • Durable
  • Easy To Mount
  • Good Sensitivity
  • Neat Features or Extras
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • City Driving
  • Highway Driving
 

"Got this unit at a black friday sale for [$]. I thought because it was cheap it wasn't worth much. Boy, was I wrong. Even at [$] it's an excellent buy. I also have a older Bel vector lr that I have trusted for ages. Started to use this whistler unit recently and I must say it's ka sensitivity is rea …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 4 2009
stalker
NY
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  • Practical
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Price: $104.99
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Whistler XTR195 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

Laser response

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Mount
  • Neat Features or Extras
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Falses like other units

    Best Uses

  • City Driving
  • Highway Driving
  • Small Cars
 

"Just need a unit in case I go a 'bit' above the limit. Don't appreciate traps!!! Tailgaters contribute to my faster speed sometimes.

So far I haven't experienced radar after one month of use. I saw a LASER being used by the police so I intentionally drove a 1/2 mile away from them and then at the p …"  Read Full Review »

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Dec 27 2008
Avg guy
Sunny FL
I am:
  • Commuter
  • Gearhead
  • Practical
Reviewed at:
Price: $104.99
 
 

[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Whistler XTR195 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

I have this radar.

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Clear Alert
  • Durable
  • Easy To Mount
  • Good Sensitivity

    Cons

  • Gives False Reads

    Best Uses

  • City Driving
  • Highway Driving
 

"radars are fool proof. Half the radar comes with your eyes. Most cops do not drive with there radar on. If and when they turn it on at the last second theres not a radar in the world that can detect that, however you can get a jammer or scrambler which will help get you out of that hefty ticket. eve …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Dec 13 2008
gt500 king
chicago IL
I am:
  • Auto Professional
  • Gearhead
  • Tuner
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