CopScout is a dedicated in-car warning device that connects through your phone’s hotspot to deliver distance-based police alerts.
As you approach a reported police location, alert intensity increases automatically through flashing light and audible beeps. Distance is communicated progressively, without maps, symbols, or screen interaction.
Alert Behavior
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Continuous distance-based alerts
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Flash rate and beep rate increase as distance closes
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No visual clutter or complex displays
Driver Controls
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Adjustable alert distance (approx. ¼ mile to 1¼ miles)
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Adjustable alert volume
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Light only / sound only / combined alerts
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One-tap mute
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On-device setup via built-in screen
Hardware
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Mini display for setup and status
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Built-in speaker
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High-intensity LED
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USB-C power (USB-C Cable Not Included)
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Low-profile tactile controls
WHY COPSCOUT?
See how we stack up against the alternatives
| Features | CopScout | Radar Detector | Waze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance-based alerts | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Progressive alert intensity | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Police location alerts | ✓ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Glance-free operation | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Dedicated in-car hardware | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ |
| Minimal interface | ✓ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Uses phone connectivity | ✓ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Detects radar / laser | ✕ | ✓ | ✕ |