What radar frequency do cops use in NZ?

Police Radar Frequency in NZ Ka radar, used in police patrol cars, operates on 34.7Ghz. If you can isolate this frequency and switch off everything else, you'll virtually eliminate any chance of false alerts. K band used in camera vans operates on 24.1 Ghz from a low-power radar transmitter. This means that camera vans are very hard to detect reliably. The difference between K and Ka band is quite simple - read more about police radar frequencies in NZ here. It's also worth the reminder that not all police cars have radar installed, normally just highway patrol cars. They also don't always have their radar turned on. This is why your detector may not give you a lot of warning, it will suddenly blast a full-strength warning because the police just flicked their radar on the last second. It's tough to beat that sort of "hunting".

Are Radar Detectors Illegal in New Zealand?

There has long been talk of banning radar detectors, however this rumour has been circulating for nearly 20 years and there’s no evidence to suggest any New Zealand government will actually take action on the matter. Radar detectors are NOT illegal in New Zealand. There are a number of reasons why radar detectoes aren't illegal here, as discussed here - read more.

Do NZ Police user radar or laser?

The answer is BOTH. New Zealand Police use both radar and laser to detect speeding vehicles. Radar is more common though, with radar installed in police patrol cars, motorbikes, and fixed and mobile speed cameras. Laser is more accurate, but it can only be used by officers who are trained in its use and is used from a stationary, parked vehicle. That said, laser can usually be transferred between police vehicles faster and easier, making it more financially effeciant for New Zealand police. Read more about the differences between police radar and laser here...

Genevo Max NZ Radar Detector | 3 Year Warranty

Name: Genevo Max NZ Radar Detector | 3 Year Warranty | NZRadars
Price: 1699.00 NZD
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Description

Genevo Max NZ Radar Detector — Designed for New Zealand

The Genevo Max NZ radar detector isn't imported and relabelled — it was designed for New Zealand. Since 2018, we have worked directly with Genevo's manufacturer and design engineers in Europe to develop New Zealand-specific firmware, tuned for how New Zealand Police operate and what New Zealand roads demand. What you're buying isn't available anywhere else in New Zealand.

And if anything goes wrong, you're covered by a 3 year warranty — the longest available on any radar detector in New Zealand, backed by local support in Auckland.

Why the Genevo Max NZ Stands Apart

Most radar detectors sold in New Zealand are designed for North America or Europe and imported unchanged. The Genevo Max NZ is different—it ships with a speed camera database for New Zealand, NZ-specific firmware developed in collaboration with Genevo's engineering team, and full support from an Auckland-based authorised dealer.

3 year warranty — the best in New Zealand
Motion sense gesture control — a world-first technology
Small, compact design — discreet on any windscreen
360° radar antenna — the largest among portable detectors
Military-grade laser sensor with collimator technology
5th generation GPS antenna with NZ speed camera database
Dual mounting — horizontal or vertical magnetic holder
Multi-colour OLED display with automatic brightness
Integrated headphone input
Free GPS database updates

Maximum Power, Minimum Size

The Genevo Max NZ comes loaded with the largest 360° radar antenna among portable radar detectors, a completely redesigned laser sensor with military-grade collimator technology, and a 5th generation GPS antenna with a New Zealand speed camera database. No surprises waiting around the corner.

100% Stealth — Invisible to Police RDD Equipment

Radar detectors are completely legal in New Zealand, and "radar detector detectors" aren't in use. However, the Genevo Max NZ is completely invisible to the latest police Radar Detector Detectors (RDDs), including equipment used by Australian Police. Its compact size means it won't attract unwanted attention on your windscreen either.

Future-Proofed for New Zealand Roads

The Genevo Max NZ detects all police radar frequencies used in New Zealand, plus advanced European systems like the GATSO RT3/RT4 and MultaRadar — systems that defeat most other detectors entirely. These are increasingly used worldwide, which means your Genevo Max NZ is ready for whatever arrives on NZ roads next.

Configured for New Zealand Before It Reaches You

Every detector leaves us already set up the way we know works on New Zealand roads. We work directly with the manufacturer and design engineers — so the settings reflect real-world NZ conditions, not factory defaults designed for a different country. No guesswork, no annoying false alerts, no manual configuration required. You get the benefit of years of NZ-specific development the moment you plug it in.

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What's in the Box?

Genevo Max NZ radar detector (NZ firmware)
Compact, low-profile magnetic window mount
USB-C power cord
12v cigarette socket / USB-C adaptor
USB-A to USB-C adapter (for updates on Mac)

Common Genevo Max NZ Questions

Is the Genevo Max legal in New Zealand?

Yes. Radar detectors are 100% legal in New Zealand.

What warranty does the Genevo Max NZ come with?

This radar detector comes with a 3 year warranty — the best available on any radar detector in New Zealand. Warranty is handled locally in Auckland, not shipped overseas. No couriers to Europe, no waiting weeks for a resolution.

What's the difference between the Genevo Max NZ and a standard Genevo Max?

The NZ version runs New Zealand-specific firmware and GPS database developed in direct collaboration with Genevo's manufacturer and design engineers – not a setting tweak, but purpose-built software for Kiwis. This work began in 2018 and continues to evolve. You won't find this version anywhere else in New Zealand.

Does the Genevo Max NZ detect speed cameras?

Yes. Static and average speed cameras (section speed control) are covered via the GPS database — keep it updated, and it will alert you before you reach them. The 360° antenna detects mobile speed cameras operating on radar frequencies.

How do I update the Genevo Max NZ GPS database?

GPS database updates are free. You can send it back to us and we'll update it for you, or update it yourself via USB using the included USB-C cable and adaptors. Contact us for the current update instructions specific to the NZ version.

Is the Genevo Max NZ detectable by police?

No. It's completely invisible to the latest police radar detector detectors (RDDs), including equipment currently used in Australia and Europe. It operates in full stealth mode at all times.

Note, though, that RDDs are not in use in New Zealand, radar detectors are 100% legal.

See all our radar detector FAQ here

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What radar frequency do cops use in NZ?
Police Radar Frequency in NZ
Ka radar, used in police patrol cars, operates on 34.7Ghz. If you can isolate this frequency and switch off everything else, you’ll virtually eliminate any chance of false alerts.
K band used in camera vans operates on 24.1 Ghz from a low-power radar transmitter. This means that camera vans are very hard to detect reliably.
The difference between K and Ka band is quite simple – read more about police radar frequencies in NZ here.
It’s also worth the reminder that not all police cars have radar installed, normally just highway patrol cars. They also don’t always have their radar turned on. This is why your detector may not give you a lot of warning, it will suddenly blast a full-strength warning because the police just flicked their radar on the last second. It’s tough to beat that sort of “hunting”.
Are Radar Detectors Illegal in New Zealand?
There has long been talk of banning radar detectors, however this rumour has been circulating for nearly 20 years and there’s no evidence to suggest any New Zealand government will actually take action on the matter.
Radar detectors are NOT illegal in New Zealand.
There are a number of reasons why radar detectoes aren’t illegal here, as discussed here – read more.
Do NZ Police user radar or laser?
The answer is BOTH. New Zealand Police use both radar and laser to detect speeding vehicles.
Radar is more common though, with radar installed in police patrol cars, motorbikes, and fixed and mobile speed cameras.
Laser is more accurate, but it can only be used by officers who are trained in its use and is used from a stationary, parked vehicle. That said, laser can usually be transferred between police vehicles faster and easier, making it more financially effeciant for New Zealand police.
Read more about the differences between police radar and laser here…

Genevo MAX NZ portable radar detector