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Radioddity GM-30 5W GMRS Radio $29.99 + Free Prime Shipping

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  • Professional GMRS Handheld Radio - 30 default channels include 22 CHs for communicating with other GMRS radios right out of the box and 8 for GMRS repeaters. 250 channels in total, supports PC and keypad menu programming so you can easily add new channels and change settings on the go.
  • Dual-Band Scanning & Receiving- The GM-30 allows you to receive and scan on UHF & VHF channels in either CH/VFO mode, not just limited to GMRS channels. Scanning options include precise frequency range scanning, channels scanning and CTCSS/DCS scanning. Scan list can also be easily edited through the menu.
  • Two Display & Standby Options - Single watch and dual watch selectable. On its large LCD display screen, you can choose to show the name or frequency of the monitoring channels as you prefer. It also features the Display Sync function that shows you both channel name and frequency in the single watch mode.
  • Long Range & USB Rechargeable - With the high power of 5-Watt and the capability to hit GMRS repeaters, it can go up to 5 Miles. Equipped with an upgraded USB Type-C charging port, users can charge the radio or just the battery more convenient.
  • More Practical Features - Crisp and clear reception, NOAA weather receiver & scan, FM, SOS alarm, flashlight, squelch, VOX, TOT (time out time), Squelch Tail Elimination, 6 frequency steps selectable, power save mode, 2 power levels(0.5W/5W).

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  • Professional GMRS Handheld Radio - 30 default channels include 22 CHs for communicating with other GMRS radios right out of the box and 8 for GMRS repeaters. 250 channels in total, supports PC and keypad menu programming so you can easily add new channels and change settings on the go.
  • Dual-Band Scanning & Receiving- The GM-30 allows you to receive and scan on UHF & VHF channels in either CH/VFO mode, not just limited to GMRS channels. Scanning options include precise frequency range scanning, channels scanning and CTCSS/DCS scanning. Scan list can also be easily edited through the menu.
  • Two Display & Standby Options - Single watch and dual watch selectable. On its large LCD display screen, you can choose to show the name or frequency of the monitoring channels as you prefer. It also features the Display Sync function that shows you both channel name and frequency in the single watch mode.
  • Long Range & USB Rechargeable - With the high power of 5-Watt and the capability to hit GMRS repeaters, it can go up to 5 Miles. Equipped with an upgraded USB Type-C charging port, users can charge the radio or just the battery more convenient.
  • More Practical Features - Crisp and clear reception, NOAA weather receiver & scan, FM, SOS alarm, flashlight, squelch, VOX, TOT (time out time), Squelch Tail Elimination, 6 frequency steps selectable, power save mode, 2 power levels(0.5W/5W).

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Sep 05, 2023 10:01 PM
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ButcherboySep 05, 2023 10:01 PM
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New Price History

Current $29.99 Sep 04, 2023
Highest $49.99 Mar 14, 2022
Lowest $29.99 Aug 07, 2023
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Sep 06, 2023 01:12 AM
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far3320Sep 06, 2023 01:12 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank far3320

Please note: you need an FCC license to TRANSMIT on this device. You do not need a license to own, possess, or receive on this device.

Also, while this is a good price, Baofeng brand GMRS walkies are this much all the time, and they have the same features.
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I have a ham radio license so this license is different. the license cost is $35 used to be $70 and is good for 10 years and it's good for all your family members living in the same home you will be allotted one call sign for your family. there is no test you just have to be licensed with the FCC.

Now that you went ahead and got license you'll be able to use a repeaters in your area and you'll be able to talk for miles.

YMMV on repeaters in your area ?

Nice find OP
Last edited by Butcherboy September 5, 2023 at 06:33 PM.
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Sep 06, 2023 02:06 AM
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Examiner44Sep 06, 2023 02:06 AM
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This is NOT a deal by any means. This is the normal everyday price for a GMRS radio with these features. See links below for reference. Personally, I own and like the Baofeng UV9G linked below. The price is $38 after the 15% off coupon, but it also comes with a programming cable. It's also ip67 waterproof, which is a nice feature.

https://www.amazon.com/BAOFENG-Wa...r=8-9&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Handheld-R...=8-10&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-Ou...r=8-4&th=1
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Sep 06, 2023 02:15 AM
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sneye_perSep 06, 2023 02:15 AM
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There is a good bit of consumer info on these on radioreference. I bought and returned one because of low transmit volume, but may have been able to wait for a fix via firmware ... I'll never know 8)
Sep 06, 2023 02:21 AM
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kudosmogSep 06, 2023 02:21 AM
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I have one of these, no complaints
Sep 06, 2023 05:02 AM
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iantgSep 06, 2023 05:02 AM
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Just waiting for my neighbor, Angry Al to jump in here and yell at everyone, stowed away in his "HAM office" in the garage, where he "talks to his buddies" all day.
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Sep 06, 2023 01:13 PM
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Quote from far3320 :
Please note: you need an FCC license to TRANSMIT on this device. You do not need a license to own, possess, or receive on this device.

Also, while this is a good price, Baofeng brand GMRS walkies are this much all the time, and they have the same features.
Guide to getting a GMRS license in 4 easy steps:
https://www.buytwowayradios.com/b...steps.html
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Sep 06, 2023 01:14 PM
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Quote from Examiner44 :
This is NOT a deal by any means. This is the normal everyday price for a GMRS radio with these features. See links below for reference. Personally, I own and like the Baofeng UV9G linked below. The price is $38 after the 15% off coupon, but it also comes with a programming cable. It's also ip67 waterproof, which is a nice feature.
I was looking at the Baofeng, Talkpod, Radioddity, and a couple of other "budget" GMRS radios that are FCC-certified. I already have other non-certified radios that could broadcast on GMRS but that would be illegal. Even though the features are the same I felt the GM-30 had the best balance of features/performance/quality/cost. However, people should do their own research.
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Quote from Butcherboy :
I have a ham radio license so this license is different. the license cost is $35 used to be $70 and is good for 10 years and it's good for all your family members living in the same home you will be allotted one call sign for your family. there is no test you just have to be licensed with the FCC.

Now that you went ahead and got license you'll be able to use a repeaters in your area and you'll be able to talk for miles.

YMMV on repeaters in your area ?

Nice find OP
See if there are repeaters near you: https://mygmrs.com/repeaters
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Examiner44Sep 06, 2023 08:32 PM
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Quote from iantg :
Just waiting for my neighbor, Angry Al to jump in here and yell at everyone, stowed away in his "HAM office" in the garage, where he "talks to his buddies" all day.
Yeah… that's the typical Ham radio user. The main difference between Ham radio users and GMRS radio users is this:

with Ham, the radio itself is the hobby. You spend your time scanning frequencies and trying to find people to talk to. With GMRS, the radio is used to communicate with your friends while engaging in a hobby… such as communicating with your friends while you are all hiking, off-roading, or cycling.
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Sep 07, 2023 01:11 AM
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Bunch of old timers on our repeaters who get extremely irritated when someone talks to them without giving away his real name and home address. Plus occasionally some business steps in illegally into GMRS space - these are fun to mess with.
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JoshGoldbergSep 07, 2023 03:48 PM
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Quote from Examiner44 :
This is NOT a deal by any means. This is the normal everyday price for a GMRS radio with these features. See links below for reference. Personally, I own and like the Baofeng UV9G linked below. The price is $38 after the 15% off coupon, but it also comes with a programming cable. It's also ip67 waterproof, which is a nice feature.

https://www.amazon.com/BAOFENG-Wa...r=8-9&th=1 [amazon.com]

https://www.amazon.com/Handheld-R...=8-10&th=1 [amazon.com]

https://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-Ou...r=8-4&th=1 [amazon.com]
you should add GM-15 Pro too...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product...F8&th=1​
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BlackAndChromeSep 08, 2023 02:04 PM
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Quote from Examiner44 :
This is NOT a deal by any means. This is the normal everyday price for a GMRS radio with these features. See links below for reference. Personally, I own and like the Baofeng UV9G linked below. The price is $38 after the 15% off coupon, but it also comes with a programming cable. It's also ip67 waterproof, which is a nice feature.

https://www.amazon.com/BAOFENG-Wa...r=8-9&th=1 [amazon.com]

https://www.amazon.com/Handheld-R...=8-10&th=1 [amazon.com]

https://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-Ou...r=8-4&th=1 [amazon.com]
While you can compare them simply by features that doesn't mean that there is no merit to a more expensive radio. Radioddity has an 18 month warranty and their main point of contact is US based. They are probably more analogous to B-Tech in that regard. Spec for spec, dollar for dollar Radioddity is going to be a better choice than Baofeng based on support if nothing else. Whether or not the difference is consequential is another story.

Maybe it's naivety but I would think Radioddity would have more accountability in regards to FCC regulations and adhering to spurious emmisions standards.

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Wyvern1Sep 08, 2023 02:30 PM
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why is this better than a baofeng?
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