Valentine Research
Valentine One Gen2
$499
Released 2020-03
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Valentine One Gen2 vs Radenso DS1
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Radenso DS1 is cheaper at $399.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Radenso
Radenso DS1
$399.99Cheaper
Released 2021
Which is better: the Valentine One Gen2 or Radenso DS1?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Radenso DS1 is the cheaper at $399.99.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Valentine One Gen2 | Radenso DS1 |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $499 | $399.99 |
| Brand | Valentine Research | Radenso |
| Released | 2020-03 | 2021 |
| Radar bands | X, K, Ka, Laser | X, K, Ka, Laser; Gatso; MultaRadar MRCD/MRCT |
| Lidar detection | Yes | Yes |
| Gps built (in) | No | Yes |
| Directional alerts | Front, side, and rear Radar Locator arrows with Bogey Counter | — |
| Range rating | Extreme long range; CHIRP-adapted radar-seeking engine; SAW-D2L and LNA | Extreme range; single front-facing horn |
| Display type | LED display with directional arrows and signal strength | Full-color 1.6" OLED with 8 selectable colors and auto-dimming |
| Bluetooth app | Bluetooth 5.0; V1Connection app (free); V1Driver and JBV1 supported | Bluetooth 5.0; Radenso Nexus app |
| Auto learn filtering | No native GPS; app-based lockouts via V1Driver/JBV1; K-Verifier BSM filtering | Auto GPS lockouts (16,500 auto / 5,000 manual); camera database |
| Mount type | Windshield suction cup and visor mount (both included) | Magnetic quick-release suction cup; 1/4-20 thread |
| Warranty years | 1 | 1 |
| Weight (oz) | 6.5 | — |
| Dimensions | 4.6" L x 3.8" W x 1.0" H | 4.3" L x 3.0" W x 1.2" H |
Sources — Valentine One Gen2: valentine1.com (verified 2026-06-26). Radenso DS1: radenso.com (verified 2026-06-26).
What's the difference between the Valentine One Gen2 and Radenso DS1?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (8 of 12). Matching specs are omitted.
- Radar bands: Valentine One Gen2 X, K, Ka, Laser vs Radenso DS1 X, K, Ka, Laser; Gatso; MultaRadar MRCD/MRCT
- Gps built (in): Valentine One Gen2 false vs Radenso DS1 true
- Range rating: Valentine One Gen2 Extreme long range; CHIRP-adapted radar-seeking engine; SAW-D2L and LNA vs Radenso DS1 Extreme range; single front-facing horn
- Display type: Valentine One Gen2 LED display with directional arrows and signal strength vs Radenso DS1 Full-color 1.6" OLED with 8 selectable colors and auto-dimming
- Bluetooth app: Valentine One Gen2 Bluetooth 5.0; V1Connection app (free); V1Driver and JBV1 supported vs Radenso DS1 Bluetooth 5.0; Radenso Nexus app
- Auto learn filtering: Valentine One Gen2 No native GPS; app-based lockouts via V1Driver/JBV1; K-Verifier BSM filtering vs Radenso DS1 Auto GPS lockouts (16,500 auto / 5,000 manual); camera database
- Mount type: Valentine One Gen2 Windshield suction cup and visor mount (both included) vs Radenso DS1 Magnetic quick-release suction cup; 1/4-20 thread
- Dimensions: Valentine One Gen2 4.6" L x 3.8" W x 1.0" H vs Radenso DS1 4.3" L x 3.0" W x 1.2" H