# Radarbot: Radar Detector, GPS

> Speedcam alerts and navigation. 100% Legal and Reliable. Never pay another fine!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vialsoft.radarbot\_free](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vialsoft.radarbot_free)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.vialsoft.radarbot_free`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Radarbot Company
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 90,881,274
- **Rating:** 4.12 / 5 (654,002 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.35.16
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-11
- **First published:** 2016-03-08
- **Publisher country:** ES
- **Size:** 218 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vialsoft.radarbot_free)
- **Website:** [http://www.radarbot.com](http://www.radarbot.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.radarbot.com/privacy](https://www.radarbot.com/privacy)

## Description

Radarbot merges real-time radar alerts with offline GPS navigation, giving you up-to-date speed-trap warnings and route guidance in one app. It delivers directional alerts, voice cues, and a global radar database updated daily to help you drive more safely.

Choose between a free version and Radarbot GOLD/Gold RoadPro for enhanced features like offline 3D maps, truck-specific routes, speed limits per vehicle type, and ad-free navigation. It works across countries, runs in the background, and pairs with Wear OS and Bluetooth for a seamless driving experience.

## Rankings

- #1,660 — Overall
- #24 — Maps and navigation (Free)
- #30 — Maps and navigation (Gross)
- #120 — Top app in Egypt
- #154 — Top app in Turkey
- #190 — Top app in Spain

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_CONFIGURATION`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_BASIC_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.START_ACTIVITIES_FROM_BACKGROUND`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `androidx.car.app.ACCESS_SURFACE`
- `androidx.car.app.NAVIGATION_TEMPLATES`
- `com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.huawei.permission.external_app_settings.USE_COMPONENT`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`
- `com.vialsoft.radarbot_free.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.vialsoft.radarbot_free.permission.MAPS_RECEIVE`

## Review summary

Users praise Radarbot for accurate, real-time speed limit and camera alerts that help avoid fines and improve safety, with strong cross-country usefulness and value from the Gold subscription. However, many reviews note reliability and navigation issues, including frequent crashes or freezing, poor/unstable Android Auto integration, and intrusive background permission prompts. Some also complain about ads. Overall, the app is valued for alerts and safety features, but users want more stable performance and better navigation experience.

### Pros

- Real-time, accurate speed limit and camera alerts that help avoid fines.
- Clear speed guidance and driving safety support, like a co-pilot for cars and bikes.
- Works across European countries; useful when traveling in unfamiliar areas.
- Gold subscription is worth it for the camera alerts.
- Widely regarded as a helpful and reliable safety tool for drivers and travelers.

### Cons

- Navigation is problematic: UI is too zoomed in and destinations can be inaccurate (notably in London).
- Reliability issues: freezes, crashes, or the app not launching in some cases.
- Background permission prompts are repetitive/intrusive.
- Ads and pop-ups can be disruptive.
- Android Auto integration problems after updates and inconsistent support.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vialsoft.radarbot_free)