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Cobra Electronics ESD 9550 Radar Detector

Cobra Electronics ESD 9550 Radar Detector

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A good detector for the price.

by bowesc , Sep 23 '02
Pros: Text display, stylish appearance, loud warning, digital compass.
Cons: False alarms, sometimes not as sensitive as it should be.
I've had the Cobra ESD9550 for about 2 years now and it has done a fairly good job. I have received one speeding ticket while it was plugged in but I think it may be a cause getting caught as I came over a hill and the Cobra didn't pick up the radar...
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Stylish and functional, but has it's quirks

by kdross , Mar 09 '01
Pros: Stylish design, feature-packed, loud alerts, informative display
Cons: Older models have very dim amber display, mute button confusing
The Cobra 9550 is a feature-packed radar detector that can detect X, K, Super Wideband Ka, Laser, Safety Alert, and Strobe Alert signals. It also includes a nifty electronic compass that shows you the direction you're heading when you're not receiving...
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Product Rating:Product Rating: 5.0
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Not the best but you get more for what you pay for...

by Froggmann , Jan 04 '01
Pros: Great Features, good range
Cons: The windshield bracket is flimsy
The Cobra 9550 is an extremely useful tool in trying to get to your destination without added costs. It has a lot of great features besides radar and Laser (LIDAR for your techno geeks) detection on all bands. This unit has VG-2 alert and cloaking, which...
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It has already paid for itself!

by incoming1084 , Oct 15 '02
Pros: Easy to setup, digital compass, good at detecting, 9 band detection
Cons: Not loud enough
I purchased the Cobra 9550 after doing some research online. I had a whistler before, and I received many false alarms from it. I wanted to make sure I was getting a good detector. I paid about $100 for it, and it has been very reliable for me. It...
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More cons than pros

by darogers , Mar 13 '07
Pros: Simple to operate/install
Cons: faint display,
Features: • X, K, Ka, and Super Wideband Ka Detection • 360 degree Protection against all types of Laser • Instant-On (Pulse) Detection • Safety Alert • Strobe Alert™ • VG-2 Undetectable • VG-2 Alert • ...
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See no evil hear no evil

by Zeebrock , Jul 08 '00
Pros: It has a compass that works
Cons: It can't be seen or heard.
I was looking for a new Radar Detector for our new VW Beetle GLX 1.8 turbo. The Beetle does not have a compass fitted and when I saw the Cobra 9550 with built-in compass I thought it would be just the thing. However after installing it and setting the...
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Good at 1st...then BAD

by blueskyguy007 , Jun 11 '04
Pros: Compass, IT's so PRETTY ; ) Easy to read display
Cons: Bad reception...TICKETS
I had bought this detector back in 2001 in which at 1st worked great for me. It would detect cops in K band a mile away. It had saved me a few times but many times it didn't. I had a bright red 2002 Mitsu Eclipse that just seemed to not be able to pull ...
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Product Rating:Product Rating: 5.0
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Great Radar Detector

by nesta722 , Feb 21 '02
Pros: Bright Display, Very nice bells and whistles
Cons: Alerts could be a little louder
So far I have to say I like this Radar Detector. I read a bunch of reviews on it prior to purchasing it, and I must say that I agree with all the good ones. I'm hoping to see the Strobe Alert work, so far it would seem Connecticut State Police does not...
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Dependable

by lucasz , Jun 05 '01
Pros: Excellent product at a great price.
Cons: The compass isn't accurate.
I have been using this device for 6 months now and it has saved my butt dozens of times. It did fail for me once though. 3am in the morning and nobody on the freeway. I was in the fast lane and the cop car was in the bushes in the middle of the...
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Your New Best Friend

by ubet426 , Aug 13 '00
Pros: Auto Mute and Emergency Warning
Cons: The White Color for some
I bought this Radar Detector after reading the ad in my car and driver. It looked like something that might compliment my Corvette's dash. I was correct. The features I like best on this Radar Detector are the Auto Mute and Emergency warning. It will...
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Dont Worry

by InGnrl , Jul 13 '00
Pros: looks good, long range
Cons: noticeable on windshield during the day
I bought this product because i felt if i had it in my car it would have reduced my chances of gettin a ticket or just the fact of knowing that there was a "po po" around which would stop me from stupid acts on the road. With this Cobra 9550...
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