Is OOONO legal? CO-DRIVER and electronic parking disc explained in Germany

You’ve heard about OOONO and are wondering: is it even legal in Germany? Short answer: Yes — both the OOONO CO-DRIVER as a speed camera warning device and the electronic parking disc are legal in Germany. In this article, we explain exactly what is allowed, what isn’t — and why OOONO can be used on German roads without concern.

What is OOONO? The two products at a glance

OOONO is a Danish company that offers two different products for drivers. Both are available in Germany and legal:

Product Function Legal status in Germany
OOONO CO-DRIVER GPS-based speed camera alert — warns of speed checks Legal
OOONO P-DISC NO3 Digital parking disc — sets arrival time automatically Legal

OOONO CO-DRIVER: Is the speed camera alert legal in Germany?

The OOONO CO-DRIVER is a GPS-based traffic alert device — not a radar detector. It does not receive police signals or interfere with measurement devices. Instead, it compares your current GPS position with a database of known speed camera locations and live reports from other users, and alerts you in time when approaching a speed check.

What does German law say?

Section 23 (1c) of the German Road Traffic Regulations (StVO) prohibits the operation and carrying of devices intended to display or interfere with traffic enforcement measures. At first glance, this may sound problematic — but the situation is more nuanced:

  • Radar detectors and laser detectors, specifically designed to detect or interfere with speed measurements, are prohibited.
  • For multifunctional devices, such as smartphones or navigation systems, it is not the device itself that is banned, but the use of certain warning functions while driving.
  • The OOONO CO-DRIVER not only warns about speed cameras, but also about hazards and when the speed limit is exceeded.

At the same time, under the current interpretation of § 23 (1c) StVO, using speed camera warning functions on multifunctional devices while driving is considered an administrative offense. If you want to remain fully compliant with the law, you should check speed camera locations in the OOONO app before driving and disable speed camera alerts during the trip.

Conclusion: The OOONO CO-DRIVER is not a classic radar detector and not a jamming device. It may generally be carried. However, when using it while driving, it must be noted that warning functions about specific traffic enforcement measures are not permitted in Germany.

Electronic parking disc: Is the OOONO P-DISC NO3 legal in Germany?

The electronic parking disc is a digital alternative to the traditional manual parking disc made of cardboard or plastic. It automatically displays the arrival time and must be clearly visible behind the windshield — just like the analog version.

In Germany, electronic parking discs are generally permitted — as long as they are clearly visible and no additional parking discs are displayed.

The OOONO P-DISC NO3 meets all legal requirements for an electronic parking disc and has been approved for use in Germany.

OOONO as a traffic detector: What can the device actually do?

The term “traffic detector” accurately describes the OOONO CO-DRIVER: it identifies traffic hazards and informs the driver in time. Specifically, it warns about:

  • Fixed speed cameras on highways and rural roads
  • Mobile speed checks — reported in real time by the community
  • Traffic jams and accidents along the route
  • Construction zones with temporary speed limits

Alerts are given via sound and a discreet light signal — no need to look at a display. The device is small, unobtrusive, and can be mounted on the dashboard in seconds.

OOONO vs. illegal devices: The key difference

Device How it works Legal in Germany?
OOONO CO-DRIVER GPS-based position matching with community database Yes
OOONO P-DISC NO3 parking disc Digital time display, no signal transmission Yes
Radar detector Receives radar signals from police devices No — prohibited under § 23 StVO
Laser detector Detects laser beams from LIDAR devices No — prohibited under § 23 StVO
Radar jammer Actively interferes with police measurement devices No — criminal offense

 

OOONO is legal in Germany — and useful

Both OOONO products are legal in Germany. The CO-DRIVER, as a GPS-based traffic detector, warns you about speed cameras and hazards. The electronic parking disc P-DISC NO3 meets all requirements of German parking regulations.

If you were unsure about the legality: you can use OOONO without concern. And if you’re not yet an OOONO user, now is the right time.

Ja. Der OOONO CO-DRIVER ist ein GPS-basierter Traffic Detector. Der Besitz ist legal. Du darfst während der Fahrt Warnungen vor Gefahrenstellen und Tempolimits nutzen und dich vor der Fahrt über Blitzerstandorte informieren.

Ja. Die OOONO P-DISC ist vom Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt zugelassen und überall erlaubt, wo du eine Parkscheibe brauchst.

Ein Blitzerwarner wie der OOONO CO-DRIVER nutzt GPS und Community-Daten — er empfängt keine Polizeisignale. Ein Radardetektor hingegen scannt aktiv nach Radarsignalen von Messgeräten. Letzterer ist in Deutschland verboten und kann bei Kontrollen beschlagnahmt werden.

Nein. Da der OOONO CO-DRIVER kein verbotenes Gerät im Sinne des § 23 StVO ist, hat die Polizei keine Rechtsgrundlage für eine Beschlagnahme. Das Gerät ist legal und darf bedenkenlos im Fahrzeug mitgeführt werden.