The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is that it must be returned to Escort for any software updates at a reasonable fee. It is the same or very similar to the Xi with the exception it doesn't have GPS and is not software upgradeable via an internet connection. Very, very few false alerts. Easy to operate right out of the box or you can customize it to fit your needs.
I will never buy another brand of detector again except for Escort. Radar Roy doesn't lie about this detector. Watch his reviews and learn about the Escort Passport line of detectors. This radar laser detector works great. If a patrol car is shooting radar, usually you can pick it up from about 2 miles max.
However if the officer is shooting instant on radar then you are probably out of luck because you won't pick up the radar until he flips the switch. This is almost the same concept as the laser detector. The problem is when you are hit with a laser gun, the office has clocked you instantly, giving you no time to try and slow down if you are speeding.
This means you need laser jammers. When traveling, don't be in a hurry to be the one out in front, the patrol car clocks the first car and pulls that one over, even if there are 10 other cars speeding. And most importantly, lose the 12 minutes you wanted to save by getting pulled over. I set out shopping for a radar detector and I was particularly looking for one with the highest number of positive user reviews.
With my budget and needs I got myself this X50 Black with Red display. I was eager to test it out and sure enough I have. The first thing you see out of the box is a compact well built and well thought out design not to mention the sleekness. Mounting on the windshield is easy and it stays level with minimal vibrations even on a rough road surface. The device is user friendly and packs all the basic features you will ever need from a detector.
