Other than design and programming, What are some advantages and/or disadvantages you've found between these units? I would like to hear your opinions on them.
The reason I ask is because I heard the whistlers have issues and people seem to say the older versions are better. I just want to know peoples true opinion on it to see if it actually makes a difference or not.Ronaldski's comments are right on. Keep in mind that the PSR models are the original from GRE and they were only "rebranded" as WS by Whistler. I don't think there was ANY value added. Personally, they shouldn't have changed a thing. If you're OK with a used unit, go PSR, as they are obviously no longer being made. If you want new, FWIW, your only choice is WS.
I don't recall that many "issues", in regards to the newer Whistler models having problems with the scanner itself. Sure, anything electronic or mechanical can possibly have an issue. But unlike the Uniden SDS series (CSJ on the SDS100, and the SDS200 that might hum along with you), and the RTC and display fading issues of the initial production BCDx36HP scanners (which was addressed with a service campaign for repairs). there has not been a flood of complaints related to the actual operation of the WS1040 in any specific function.The reason I ask is because I heard the whistlers have issues and people seem to say the older versions are better. I just want to know peoples true opinion on it to see if it actually makes a difference or not.
And don't forget the Radio Shack PRO-106. The PRO-106 and PRO-651 are essentially the same scanner. The PRO-106 was made by GRE for Radio Shack. When GRE went out of business, Whistler made the PRO-651 for Radio Shack. All use the same programming software and operate in the same manner. The firmware is not interchangeable.Don't forget the PRO-651, it's the Radioshack branded version of the Whistler 1040.
And also their predecessor, the PRO-96, could be considered, although it isn't dynamic memory and had some other differences. Here's a good comparison chart of the 96/106/PSR-500 plus their Uniden competitors for reference if anyone is curious-And don't forget the Radio Shack PRO-106. The PRO-106 and PRO-651 are essentially the same scanner. The PRO-106 was made by GRE for Radio Shack. When GRE went out of business, Whistler made the PRO-651 for Radio Shack. All use the same programming software and operate in the same manner. The firmware is not interchangeable.
One big problem with the PRO-96 is that it cannot trunk track 700 MHz frequencies. It was manufactured before that band became available.And also their predecessor, the PRO-96,
It's only a problem if you have a 700mhz trunk in your area or want to listen to it. Eye of the beholder. I've never heard anything on 700mhz in my area. Good to note though.One big problem with the PRO-96 is that it cannot trunk track 700 MHz frequencies. It was manufactured before that band became available.