Rating of the best radar apps for phones in 2020

Every driver has received a letter of notice of speed violation at least once. This even happens to conscientious and responsible car owners who try not to break the rules. Thought, got into the stream and did not have time to reduce the speed by 10 km / h, or just got distracted - sometimes the violation occurs unnoticed.

Even if you were not stopped by a traffic police officer, this does not mean that there will be no fine. Numerous radars and cameras are installed on Russian roads to automatically record violations. Every year their number only increases, however, as does the amount of the fine.

To protect yourself from receiving a "letter of happiness", you can use several options. For example, buy a classic radar detector. But the device is expensive, and the legality of the application is in question.

A more budgetary and modern way is to install a special application on your smartphone. Additional software will take up little space in the phone memory. Such a program will become a multifunctional assistant and honestly warn about radars and traffic police posts.

How the radar app works

Cameras, like traffic police posts, have long ceased to be a secret behind seven seals, their location on the road is officially marked with signs. But don't forget about the mobile radar modules being installed in new locations.

The software manufacturer initially uploads the actual information about the location of radars and CCTV cameras to the program database. When connecting to the program for the first time, the driver downloads a map with marks where the objects of control are located.

The GPS module installed in the smartphone records the location of the vehicle at any given time. As the vehicle approaches the radar, the app will alert the driver with a beep.

Council. Some phones, even expensive ones, may not have GPS. Check the availability of the module in the specifications, and also test the correct and stable operation of the GPS signal.

How to choose an application

Play Market and App Store are the main online stores where you can easily buy and download many paid and free programs. Unfortunately, most of the free versions have very limited functionality.

Paid software, inexpensive in price, but many useful options appear in it. To get started, you can test the paid version for about a month.And then either give up important software or pay for unlimited use.

To find the optimal radar program, it is important to understand which selection criteria are the most important.

1. Database. Without extensive and up-to-date information about all existing and new obstacles on the road, the application becomes useless.
2. Work speed. Launching the software in a few seconds and quickly updating the information on the screen will allow the driver to respond to changes in a timely manner.
3. Multifunctionality. The utility can multitask, making it more efficient.
4. Simple control and use. The intuitive interface and uncomplicated settings make the application attractive, especially for a beginner.
5. Available technical support. Popular models have a help button with answers to frequently asked questions. The hotline phone will be useful, where you can get comprehensive information.
6. Software updates and information relevance. The user automatically receives interface improvements, new functions and daily changes in the traffic situation.
7. Preventive reporting. For car enthusiasts, it is possible to select and set the distance to a dangerous object, which is warned in advance by the system.
8. Additional options - navigator, online chat.

Council. All anti-radar programs run in the background and consume a lot of battery power. Choose software, in the settings of which you can set the firmware to turn off when the battery is low.

The legality of using the anti-radar application

Anti-radar devices are divided into two large groups:

• Active radar detectors are special devices that not only warn of an obstacle, but also create negative interference that disrupts the operation of the traffic police radar. Such equipment is prohibited for use in Russia and other countries. For possession, you can get a large fine, even if it is not functioning, but is in the car.
• Passive scanners are a utility for a smartphone or a standard car computer. In fact, such software acts as a detector and only warns the driver about the danger, without interfering with the work of police radars.

In Russia, anti-radar software is not prohibited, but in European countries it may be different. Do your research before traveling to a specific country to avoid unpleasant surprises. Installing the required utility is quite simple. The usual procedure should be followed: download the Russian version, accept all agreements, open and start working.

What you should pay attention to when choosing - for which country the software is intended. For example, there are utilities with databases for Russia, for the CIS countries or for the European Union. Some applications may have their own maps, others are superimposed on third-party Google or Yandex.maps.

The software can be developed for Android or iOS; there is also universal software that is suitable for both operating systems. But if the interface and additional options are different, then the functionality is approximately equivalent. When compiling our rating, we took into account the following parameters:

• efficiency;
• the accuracy of the coordinates on the map;
• the minimum number of failures and their quick elimination;
• regularity of updates and completeness of the database;
• the ability to work without the Internet;
• number of positive user recommendations.

A detailed study of all the characteristics will help you determine the right version of the program, as well as decide which program is better for which company. The right software from the best manufacturers will save money and keep the driver mentally comfortable on the road.

Rating of quality anti-radar apps for Android devices

ANTI-RADAR	GPS AntiRadar	ContraCam, Offline Maps	Radarbot antiradar	MapcamDroid	Radar beep
BACKGROUND OPERATION	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is
ONLINE / OFFLINE MODE	online	offline	online / offline	online	online / offline
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS	manually adding cameras	windshield projection	online chat	adding objects manually	autostart
NAVIGATOR	not	there is	not	not	not
COUNTRY	Russia, CIS	Russia, CIS, Baltic	Russia	Russia, CIS, Europe, Latin America	Russia, CIS
COST	free version / paid 149 rubles	free version / paid 199 rubles	free / paid 429 rubles	is free	is free

GPS AntiRadar

One of the most downloaded applications in Russia, it surpasses even new products according to high ratings. Extremely simple control with a minimum of functions and settings. After downloading, you can select the Russian region or the map of Kazakhstan, Belarus, Ukraine. The radar detector warns about police cameras and beeps if you drive at an excess of 19 km / h.

In the application, you can independently correct and add missing cameras. New data is synchronized with other users, so the relevance of the information is quite high.
Works on the basis of 2GIS, Maps.me, Here Maps in autorun mode at system startup. The program icon can be turned off so that it does not interfere with working with your smartphone. In the latest updated version of the software, the notification distance was restored.

In the Google Play Market, the software has good reviews about correct operation and a large number of downloads. Contains some ads, can be installed on a primitive Android OS.

• there is a free version;
• adding cameras manually;
• updates every week;
• compatibility with any navigator.

• no navigator.

Antiradar, Radar detector ContraCam, Offline maps

According to buyers, it is a light and fast GPS detector that works offline. Has not only built-in maps, but also a navigator. Shows all types of fixed stationary cameras, as well as the following dangers: traffic police posts, pedestrian crossings, "lying police" and others.

Warns with sound and voice messages, can run in the background of other applications.
The modern HUD mode allows you to project the image onto the windshield during evening and night driving. Accurate high-performance 2D / 3D maps work without internet signal and do not require much internal smartphone memory.

With the function of recording routes, it is easy to save your own geotags, group information by folders and export it to GPX, KML, CSV. The program works throughout Russia and numerous countries of the former CIS: Ukraine, Armenia, Latvia, Lithuania, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Moldova.

• extended free version;
• a large number of countries;
• voice warnings;
• HUD picture on the windshield.

• regular updates are valid only in the paid version;
• Not installed on all Android versions.

Radarbot Anti-Radar: Radar Detector & Speedometer

Free application that combines traffic notification and GPS radar detection system. Identifies both stationary cameras and patrol cameras, reports on dangerous sections of the road. Daily updates of information are available to motorists without registration or subscriptions.

The mapping application is compatible with any navigator. Runs in the background to save battery power on your smartphone. The driver can choose one of 4 types of interface, distance parameters and alerts through simple and understandable settings.

A distinctive feature of this software is that it has a vibration mode for motorcyclists. Thanks to this, the driver is not distracted from the road, but constantly monitors the situation with notification of possible obstacles.

Drivers connected to the software can record and transmit voice messages in real time about road hazards or a new camera that appears. Online chat allows you to instantly receive up-to-date traffic information and leave feedback.

The "Speedometer" function allows you to record and create a schedule of speed changes throughout the entire route.

• attractive design;
• extended free version;
• speed detector;
• online chat;
• fast information updates;
• no advertising;
• suitable for motorcyclists.

• not found.

Antiradar MapcamDroid, Radar detector

The utility warns the car enthusiast about the location of police cameras and road hazards both online and without an internet signal. The software in the background is compatible with many navigators, but it can work without extraneous programs.

The databases are updated very quickly, if you wish, you can add a new radar yourself. The "Standard Database" notifies about all types of locators, including mobile posts and Plato. "Extended" warns about such dangers as railway crossing, pedestrian crossing, difficult intersection, road exit and more.

The video tutorial will help in individual interface settings. Extensive radar maps are available for more than 80 countries: Russia, CIS, European Union, Latin American countries.

• there is a version for iOS;
• database for 80 countries;
• simple interface;
• fast information update.

• full functionality is available only in the paid version.

Radar Beep - radar detector

Simple, free and feature rich program. It can work independently and integrate with navigators installed on a smartphone. Provides a signal about the location of radars and warns of overspeeding. The utility has its own maps, accurately determines the current position of the car and marks the approaching dangerous objects.

For comfortable use, the widget is automatically turned on via Bluetooth when the car is started. Has an intuitive new interface with a choice of language.
After registration, the user sends and receives messages in the online chat, and also independently adds new objects to the map.

• simple interface and management;
• free software;
• autostart via Bluetooth.

• there is an embedded advertisement.

Rating of popular anti-radar applications for iOS

ANTI-RADAR	Mapcam Info	Antiradar Strelka	HUD AntiRadar	Antiradar M	Smart Driver
BACKGROUND OPERATION	there is	there is	there is	there is	there is
ONLINE / OFFLINE MODE	online / offline	online / offline	online	online / offline	online / offline
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS	online chat	online chat	windshield projection	-	dvr
NAVIGATOR	not	not	not	not	not
COUNTRY	Russia, CIS	Russia	Russia, CIS	Russia, CIS, EU	Russia, CIS
COST	free version / month-75 rubles, year-379 rubles, unlimited-999 rubles	free version / paid 249 rubles	free version / paid 199 rubles	free version / paid version 229 rubles	free version / paid month - 99 rubles, year - 590 rubles, unlimited - 990 rubles

Mapcam Info - radar detector

The utility has long and firmly included in the TOP downloadable versions and includes two types of warnings. A "standard" base with GPS coordinates will notify about all types of radars, including mobile stations for measuring speed. The "extended" base will remind you of railway crossings, "lying police", a pedestrian and school area and several dozen more dangerous points.

An individual warning distance is indicated for each object, which reduces false alarms of the anti-radar. The user participates in updating the project information only after registration. Thanks to the online chat, the cameras that appear are on the map almost on the day they are installed, with each object having its own importance rating.

According to the description, it is easy to manually add the missing camera to the database using a simple and convenient interface. Detailed maps are updated several times a day.

The program has several graphic themes to choose from, the method of prompts, options for foreign languages ​​and push notifications. The utility contains complete and accessible information on Russia and the CIS countries: Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Belarus.

• multifunctionality;
• simple and convenient interface;
• flexible settings;
• daily update of information;
• no ads.

• requires a GPS module.

Antiradar Strelka

A high-quality base will protect against fines in Russia and the Crimea.Signals about all installed cameras are issued in the background and do not interfere with working with a smartphone. Information about other hazards (bumps, ambushes, settlements, pedestrian crossings) is loaded separately. The software works with any navigation system and can be used with an additional base loaded from the carrier.

The utility issues a different number of warnings - one or three for each type of cameras, it also shows the distance to the danger, speed limit and current speed. Flexible settings allow you to choose the characteristics of the window, screen backlight, audio in the form of a melody, voice, beeper, vibration.

The user independently uploads new objects, and thanks to automatic updates every 24 hours, the information becomes relevant for drivers. When the battery is low, the utility turns off to save money.

• accurate databases;
• flexible settings;
• selection of the Highway / City / Megapolis profile;
• personal account with cloud storage of individual objects;
• saving battery power.

• not found.

HUD AntiRadar

The radar detector works throughout Russia, as well as in Belarus, Kazakhstan and Ukraine. Convenient and simple russified interface will warn about all cameras and traffic police radars on the way. The latest version has an ambush probability indicator and travel history.

The 2-in-1 program comes with useful options. The “Digital Speedometer” function accurately determines the vehicle speed using GPS, and the utility will notify you with a sound signal exceeding 19 km / h.

The unique HeadUp Display turns your smartphone into a head-up display. Place your phone under the windshield and you don't have to look for information on the monitor. Speed ​​projections and all warnings will be shown directly on the glass. In the dark or in cloudy weather, the projection is seen very well.

The software may not work correctly on old and budget devices. When installing on some models of phones Xiaomi, Meizu, ZTE, Huawei and other manufacturers, additional configuration of the utility will be required according to the developed instructions.

• no pop-up ads;
• there is a free version;
• regular updates;
• windshield projection.

• in sunny weather, the information on the glass is difficult to read.

Antiradar M. Radar detector of cameras and traffic police posts

The software warns about all types of traffic police cameras and mobile posts. Information about the appearance of new objects is constantly updated. The utility works in the background and is combined with navigators.
Antiradar M can work without the Internet in the CIS countries: Kazakhstan, Belarus, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Ukraine, as well as in the European Union countries - Germany and Finland. Before the trip, you need to update the camera base.

The full free version test is valid for only 7 days. Then some functions are limited, for example, voice warnings only affect certain objects. To purchase a Premium subscription, you only need to pay once and enjoy all the regular updates without monthly fees.

• compatible with Android system;
• flexible individual settings;
• a large number of countries.

• rare map update;
• small functionality of the free version.

Ray. Antiradar - Smart Driver

In the app store, the program is available in a free truncated version and a paid one with advanced functions. The software indicates the location of cameras on both main and secondary highways. Recognizes the type of camera or radar and displays all information on the screen. Determines the current vehicle speed and issues an overspeed warning.

Smart Driver with built-in DVR records loop video. Recording is started with one touch, the received clips are stored in the memory of the smartphone or on the SD card.

The utility works in the background with any navigator. In the free version, databases are updated once a week, in the paid version - every day. Order the online Premium version, pay and you will have access to voice messages and other options.

With Smart Driver, there is no question of how to use the software on long journeys without an Internet signal. If you wish, you can download databases for Russia and some CIS countries and navigate through them offline, updating information from time to time.

• fast information update;
• has a voice alert.

• free version with stripped-down features;
• map without details.

In Germany, a count was made on the number of accidents for car owners with and without a radar detector. It turned out that the number of accidents decreased significantly among the group of people with the anti-radar application.

When choosing the right software, remember, no matter how much the program costs. Even the best utilities do not save you from punishment, but only focus on the problem and warn of danger. Be careful on the road and follow the traffic rules, then you will avoid fines with a 100% guarantee.