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 - Excellent... Few Issues...I purchased this Radar Detector to travel from Colorado to Florida. I drive a WS6 and get on it through some open straights. I felt very comfortable using this radar detector. I was kind of worried that I wasnt picking up any signals all the way into Texas but when I did I was glad I had this detector. It let me know I was getting hit with Laser about a mile and a half out. The only issue I had was when I did get pulled over in Texas and I didnt receive any warning from the detector. I had no reason why either.. I could see the cop 1/4 mile away and I was the only one on the road and the only reason I got pulled over was because while I was reading the map, I didnt notice the speed change. The cop was really friendly however and even gave me directions. Overal a very good cordless detector, with a small hiccup as to why I wasnt allerted that one time. Rating:  - Don't buy itThe problem with this unit is not the radar detector itself, which is adequate but not spectacular, but the windshield mount, which is just about useless and very frustrating. I've had it fall down 20 or more times during an hour. Look for something else. Rating: - Good product - but check warranty with manufacturerThe Escort Solo S2 is an excellent radar/laser detector. Two AA batteries provide the power for those who don't wish to deal with cords. Also has the ability to be hard-wired to vehicle 12V power with extra accessory cord kit. Gives ample warning for radar bands Ka, K and X. Note: X-band radar guns are 1970's-type technology and you will encounter mostly K and the newer Ka band radar gun usage. The Solo S2 will pick up a Ka-using speed enforcer up to a couple miles away - the cheaper detectors give far less warning. As for laser speed detection, well, it lets you know when you are being targeted. You will not have enough time to slow down unless you are using this in combination will other anti-laser measures such as special license plate covers and diffraction coating on your headlights. This happens because the infra-red laser beam enforcers use only spreads to 18 inches diameter at 500 feet and 36 inches diameter at 1000 feet. As for the warranty, although I have had no problems, be aware that the manufacturer, Escort Radar, has a whole list of sellers from which purchases of their detectors will NOT BE COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTY. see http://www.escortradar.com/unauthorized-list.htm Rating:  - Solo S2 stands outReviews I read varied from great to terrible. My experience has been only good to great. Batteries keep on going and going. Side by side comparison with my corded Valentine echoed the test data I saw that showed only about 10% less alert distance - still much better than most. My objective was use on my motorcycle; wireless to avoid clumsy electrical taps; compact, easy to remove and secure at stops. I can hear it through my helmet at highway speeds. It works well and fits perfectly in my locking accessory compartment. Better than expected. Improvements? Sure, a bit louder alarm [not a problem in a car]; can't see the display from the mount on my motorcycle [don't really care]; waterproof case [no one offers one and I can always stow it, if it rains]. Be sure to read the instructions completely before use, and adjust the settings as needed. Rating:  - X50 8500 vs SoloI bought the Solo for my classic Mustang. I also own a X50 8500 but I did not want the cord. I do not use this car much maybe a few hundred miles per year. So,to test its performance I put it right next to the X50 in my daily driver for a few days. It seems to detect K band almost as good. Ka is a few seconds behind.I did not come across any laser. I do not fully trust this one yet. Those few seconds that its behind the X50 is crucial.I will add more as I use it. It is the only real choice for a cordless on the market right now. I would recommend the X50 8500 if a cord is not a problem.
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