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Uniden R3 GPS Extreme Long-Range Laser/Radar Detector

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$240

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Best Buy has Uniden R3 GPS Extreme Long-Range Laser/Radar Detector for $239.99. Shipping is free.

Best Buy via eBay has Uniden R3 GPS Extreme Long-Range Laser/Radar Detector for $239.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member Gregory00 for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Unsurpassed range & sensitivity - Industry-leading performance with advanced false alert filtering is the choice for drivers who demand the highest level of protection against speeding tickets.
  • GPS technology - Using GPS, the R3 can remember and mute common false alerts (such as retail store automatic doors) along your regularly driven routes, so you never have to listen to the same false alert twice.
  • Red light and speed camera alerts - Preloaded red light and speed camera locations with free database and firmware updates ensure your detector will never be out of date.
  • Multi-color OLED display - Easy to read and allows for more useful information to be displayed at once. This improves your overall situational awareness.
  • Voice alerts - Voice warnings allow for hands-free operation and provide clear communication. Voice alerts are programmable to fit your driving style so you can keep your eyes on the road with no distractions.

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Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • This price is $2 lower than the previous Frontpage deal.
  • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on over 1500 customer reviews.

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Best Buy has Uniden R3 GPS Extreme Long-Range Laser/Radar Detector for $239.99. Shipping is free.

Best Buy via eBay has Uniden R3 GPS Extreme Long-Range Laser/Radar Detector for $239.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member Gregory00 for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Unsurpassed range & sensitivity - Industry-leading performance with advanced false alert filtering is the choice for drivers who demand the highest level of protection against speeding tickets.
  • GPS technology - Using GPS, the R3 can remember and mute common false alerts (such as retail store automatic doors) along your regularly driven routes, so you never have to listen to the same false alert twice.
  • Red light and speed camera alerts - Preloaded red light and speed camera locations with free database and firmware updates ensure your detector will never be out of date.
  • Multi-color OLED display - Easy to read and allows for more useful information to be displayed at once. This improves your overall situational awareness.
  • Voice alerts - Voice warnings allow for hands-free operation and provide clear communication. Voice alerts are programmable to fit your driving style so you can keep your eyes on the road with no distractions.

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • This price is $2 lower than the previous Frontpage deal.
  • Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on over 1500 customer reviews.

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Model: Uniden - R3BLK DSP Long Range Radar and Laser Detector Detector - Matte Black

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OrangeWriter358
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that's so wrong.
NaPra
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Avoiding single ticket pretty much pays this off.
JESSE_VENTURA
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Confidently Incorrect.

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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank c0bra99

I guess R3BLK is a Best Buy exclusive sku, but basically the same as R3 just a slightly different black logo and finish
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Avoiding single ticket pretty much pays this off.
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DJ DaleYesterday 01:47 PM
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Ive used the R3, R4 & R7. You cant go wrong with any of them. Amazing range. Use this along with Waze and you are good.
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Danimal86Yesterday 02:02 PM
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Having directional arrows are really helpful, but at this price point, if you don't have a radar detector, i'd jump on it.
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OrangeWriter358Yesterday 02:32 PM
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Quote from RenStimpy :
It's 2026. Law enforcement uses laser now, making this a useless paperweight.
that's so wrong.
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sd-1106Yesterday 02:35 PM
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there are two R3 at best buy, 1: Model: R3 SKU: 6667603 $329
2: Model: R3BLK SKU: 6188301 $239
sku is different, anyone can clarify the difference?

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TechnicusYesterday 04:03 PM
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Quote from sd-1106 :
there are two R3 at best buy, 1: Model: R3 SKU: 6667603 $329
2: Model: R3BLK SKU: 6188301 $239
sku is different, anyone can clarify the difference?
One is more expensive than the other, obviously.
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jt-caliYesterday 04:16 PM
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Quote from sd-1106 :
there are two R3 at best buy, 1: Model: R3 SKU: 6667603 $329
2: Model: R3BLK SKU: 6188301 $239
sku is different, anyone can clarify the difference?
Per Claude...
They're the same detector — the R3 and R3BLK are functionally identical units.
Someone actually bought both and compared them side by side, and found that everything is identical — including the FCC ID and labels. Radar Detector & Countermeasure Forum
The key differences are just cosmetic/retail:
  • R3BLK = Matte black finish, appears to be a Best Buy exclusive SKU
  • R3 (standard) = the regular version sold elsewhere
The price gap you're seeing ($329 vs $239) is likely just fluctuation over time or one being on sale/clearance. The R3BLK is the same DSP platform, just in black — essentially the same thing. Radar Detector & Countermeasure Forum
Bottom line: Go with whichever is cheaper. The R3BLK at $239 is the better deal if both are currently in stock.
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JollyHose932Yesterday 04:40 PM
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is this very best or is there a better model ?
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jjmIIIYesterday 05:16 PM
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Quote from JollyHose932 :
is this very best or is there a better model ?
https://uniden.com/collections/radar-detectors
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It's 2026. Law enforcement uses laser now, making this a useless paperweight.
Confidently Incorrect.
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imabassYesterday 07:09 PM
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If you limit your speed to 5 over, you can save yourself the cost of this detector and cost of ticket. Maybe I'm just lucky but my last ticket was 26 years ago and I drive 35,000 miles per year.
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Quote from DJ Dale :
Ive used the R3, R4 & R7. You cant go wrong with any of them. Amazing range. Use this along with Waze and you are good.
Does Waze alert you even if you're not using navigation? That's a feature I'm missing in Google Maps

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phuH4801Yesterday 08:06 PM
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Quote from RenStimpy :
It's 2026. Law enforcement uses laser now, making this a useless paperweight.
Dunning Kruger strikes again!

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