Do you believe everything you read in a magazine or some web site set up to make a profit? Usually, whoever gives them a perk, gets the best review. I believe forums to be much more honest than any other sourse. Most subscribers to forums aren't in it for the money, and are eager to pass on their true experiences just to help other members. All I can say is, buy what you can afford. I bought the V1 and have avoided a ticket every time, for 4 years. I can make my decisions very quick because it is very easy to read direction of radar, signal strength, type of radar, number of radar signals, and latest radar signal.