Looking to avoid fines and drive more peacefully? Below you'll find five of the best apps for identifying speed cameras and receiving real-time speed alerts — each with its own unique features in terms of usability, accuracy, and community. The listed apps can be downloaded below.
Radarbot Speed Camera Detector
Radarbot It is one of the most popular apps for those who want accurate warnings about fixed speed cameras, mobile speed cameras, and speed limits. It combines an offline database of cameras with real-time alerts sent by the community, and also allows you to customize alerts by vehicle type and speed limit. The interface is straightforward, with an integrated speedometer and audible/visual alerts that work well in hands-free mode, delivering good stability and low data consumption when used offline.
Radarbot Speed Camera Detector
Waze Waze stands out for its huge user base that reports incidents live — this includes notifications of speed cameras, police checkpoints, and traffic light cameras. Unlike apps that rely solely on static maps, Waze's strength is collaboration: information is updated by those on the road, which tends to provide very recent alerts. Integration with routes, dynamic recalculation, and voice instructions makes the navigation experience fluid, especially in busy cities.
Waze Navigation & Live Traffic
TomTom Amigo (or the TomTom navigation version with alerts) brings TomTom's tradition of accurate maps and speedcam detection. The difference here is the quality of the maps and the reliability of the updates, resulting in more consistent alerts for those who travel long distances or need an app with good map coverage. The interface is clean and the navigation experience is designed to reduce distractions while driving.
TomTom - Maps & Traffic
Coyote It's a very strong option for those seeking risk warnings beyond just speed cameras — it focuses on safety by offering various types of alerts (dangerous locations, speed limits, traffic conditions) with an active community, mainly in Europe and some Latin American markets. The app prioritizes real-time alerts and usually offers a more professional experience, with recommendations and features designed to reduce traffic risks.
Coyote: Alerts, GPS & Traffic
Speed Camera (Radar) Detector It's a simple and straightforward alternative for those who want an app dedicated solely to detecting speed cameras and radar traps. Many of these apps combine offline maps, proximity alerts, and frequent database updates—the advantage is being able to start using it quickly without complex configurations, and the disadvantage may be less integration with full navigation compared to apps like Waze or TomTom. It's ideal for those who want a lightweight solution focused on radar warnings.
Speed Camera (Radar) Detector
How to choose between them
If you're looking for community and real-time updates, Waze is usually the best choice. If you prefer a reliable database with offline use and customization options, Radarbot stands out. For those who need professional-quality maps and navigation, TomTom AmiGO has strong appeal. Coyote is recommended for those who want more varied safety alerts, and apps specializing in speedcams are the lightest options for direct and objective use.
Tips for safe and legal use.
Use these apps only to maintain speed and drive defensively — in some countries the use of speed detectors may have legal restrictions, so confirm local rules before blindly trusting alerts. Avoid handling your cell phone while driving: set up the app before setting off, leave the audio on to receive alerts and, when possible, use Android Auto integration or dashboard mounts to reduce distractions.
