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Edited May 3, 2021
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Seems like a good deal on T47x units, which are just T80x units without Bluetooth and GPS data (but still has data capabilities, hence the "easy pairing" feature).
license-free FRS (22 channels and 121 privacy codes)
35-mile range (mountain-to-valley, otherwise 8mi open water and 2mi neighborhood)
IPX4 weatherproof (splashing water from any direction, no submersion)
built-in LED flashlight
"Easy Pairing" group call
NOAA weather channel and alerts
included rechargeable NiMH battery pack with microUSB charger (can also use 2X regular AA batteries)
2-year warranty
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Motoro.../114611025
I'll go ahead and beat the ham radio folks to the punch: yes, the Baofeng UV-5R is a great entry-level ham radio, and if I was looking for something other than decent walkie talkies, I'd get the Baofeng.
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Little more detail: 35 miles is marketing, you won't get that unless the two of you stand on mountaintops with fresh batteries and no civilization nearby. These don't need a special license. There will likely be interference and reduced range if you use them in an amusement park, since every other family has the same idea.
But connecting a couple of hiking parties across a half mile? Sure. And around the yard? Definitely.
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Surprisingly clear voice quality. Packed with impressive amount of features (NOAA radio is neat) and IPX4 rated so plenty rugged for general usage.
I found few in my local Walmart priced at $34.50 You might want to check your local store but it's a huge YMMV.
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https://fccid.io/AZ489FT4930
I bought some used radios and found the FCC ID search was really handy as you could really tell what the output power is for various radios.
I will say I was impressed that even a 200mW radio can could cover a 100 acre park. If I had seen just the 200mW number I wouldn't have guessed 1/3 mile range would have been possible.
for some reference, my Motorola Talkabout 250's, an FRS radio with 0.5W, would get the same range as that in suburbs. it had superior ERP
these are basically made like junk
Why would you waste your batt on crap fm