between this radio and the motorola 35 miles (mr350r) which one has better range?? they are in the same price range
1099272
The Motorola has further range. If you plan on road use I would go with the Motorola. However if they are to be used for boating or any potentially wet outdoors activity I would go with the Uniden. I was only able to achieve a 2 mile range communication through the woods with the Uniden, & that was pushing it.Best wishes.
1099273
The only way VHF works is line of sight. To talk more than a couple of miles on land you have to have a very tall antenna on both devices. Way taller than 10'. Talking over water gets you more range but not 35 miles with a handheld. That is a myth. I also own sets that out 6watss of power and they talk marginally further on land but still not 5 miles. We use these units on controlled burns and we have good luck with them on 2-400acre tracts but they will occasionally go out of range. So basically VHF is the best but don't expect big range on anything handheld. Period.
1099274
These are marine band radios, not the same type. This pair is used on my boat to monitor hailing and emergency channels. I transmit about 2-5 miles on a good day. They are great for talking to a boat you have line of sight on, but not too much further.
1099275
Sorry, but I don't know. I purchased the Uniden for a gift and never used it myself.
1099276
i gave this item to friends for their birthday.i cannot answer this question at this time.
1099277
The Motorola has further range. If you plan on road use I would go with the Motorola. However if they are to be used for boating or any potentially wet outdoors activity I would go with the Uniden. I was only able to achieve a 2 mile range communication through the woods with the Uniden, & that was pushing it. Best wishes.
760437
Stick with the WR-100 for home use. I have the HH50, but also have a home weather radio. The HH goes in my bag for work and outdoor activities.
1906608
Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use. This radio is NOT part 95 legal (MURS and FRS/GMRS) Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use.... » Read More Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use. This radio is NOT part 95 legal (MURS and FRS/GMRS) « Show Less
1647693
That all depends on the radio & the terrain.I think you could get 3to4 miles with out any problems with a good radio
1034592
These cannot be used on a repeater, check out the MS350R which can be used with a repeater. Motorola MS350R 35-Mile Talkabout Waterproof 2-Way Radio (Pair)
2250059
In suburban conditions, GMRS (if you are licensed on this frequency) could give you 1.5 miles (as the crow flies), but it's really stretching it. FRS will give you 500 yards, plus or minus. Out on rolling range, I have done better, but when you are out of the line of sight, it's not good no matter the conditions. I have used both Motorola and Midland and Midland has superior propagation, but these types of radios are by their nature a half step above a toy. If you want additional range, get an amateur license and operate on the 2 meter band, but that is a process and the equipment cost is is not $60 set for a set. In suburban conditions, GMRS (if you are licensed on this frequency) could give you 1.5 miles (as the crow flies), but it's really stretching it. FRS will give you 500 yards, plus or minus. Out on rolling range, I have done better, but when you are out of the line of sight, it's not good no matter the conditions. I have used both Motorola and Midland and Midland has superior propagation, but these types of radios are by their nature a half step above a toy. If you want additional range, get an amateur license and operate on the 2 meter band, but that is a process and the equipment cost is... » Read More In suburban conditions, GMRS (if you are licensed on this frequency) could give you 1.5 miles (as the crow flies), but it's really stretching it. FRS will give you 500 yards, plus or minus. Out on rolling range, I have done better, but when you are out of the line of sight, it's not good no matter the conditions. I have used both Motorola and Midland and Midland has superior propagation, but these types of radios are by their nature a half step above a toy. If you want additional range, get an amateur license and operate on the 2 meter band, but that is a process and the equipment cost is is not $60 set for a set. « Show Less
1970816
I am not sure of the range of this CB. I have only tested it inside my apartment and while I can pick up transmissions, I have yet to get a resonse to my calls for a radio check. So, I can't recommend the item at this point. Sorry.
176137
A properly tuned CB has much greater range. But for short range these FM radios are superior over a CB.
392749
The radio is useful in the car on 2-m. The 440 and 220 bands are more susceptible to being blocked by the metal, and, as the previous responder stated, it is best if you use it with an external antenna, like a magnetically mounted one. The advantage of the bulky car radios is that they will transmit at 2-m up to 45 watts as opposed to the 5 watts of this radio. I have been very happy with mine and use it primarily on a fiberglass boat, so I do not have many shielding problems and usually good line-of-site access to the repeaters.
2163034
Just looking quickly it seems the 84 is build for long range use over the 94 which is labeled as "medium to long range." My 84 is able to receive a clear hd channels from d.c (55 miles away) and Richmond (60 miles away) I do have a signal booster. My suggestion based on price would be if you can test/return it easily to get the cheaper one and if it doesn't do the trick return it to amazon and get the more expensive antenna.
1882312
The range on these is supposed to be up to 250,000 square feet. They say that if it is going to be used mostly outdoors with little obstructions, go with the VHF model (RDV2020). But if it will be used outdoor & indoor, you are best to go with this radio. I've used mine indoor and outdoor, and a combination of the two. It's a great, durable radio.
2014242
The PL 660 is a very good radio.. I have had mine around 2 years now and have had no problem with it. I am very perticular about reception on all the bands and this radio does an excellent job.. AM and FM reception is great... Shortwave and Side Band work very well and I also can pick up many airplanes both near and far.. It is more sensitive than my Bearcat Scanner SC 150 and I was suprised about that..It puts me to sleep every night and when I go somewhere I just unplug it and take it with me.. Battery life is fine with the rechargable batteries... Save your money and get a PL 660...It is all the radio you will ever need... The PL 660 is a very good radio.. I have had mine around 2 years now and have had no problem with it. I am very perticular about reception on all the bands and this radio does an excellent job.. AM and FM reception is great... Shortwave and Side Band work very well and I also can pick up many airplanes both near and far.. It is more sensitive than my Bearcat Scanner SC 150 and I was suprised about that..It puts me to sleep every night and when I go somewhere I just unplug it and take it with me.. Battery life is fine with the rechargable batteries... Save your money and get a PL 660...It is... » Read More The PL 660 is a very good radio.. I have had mine around 2 years now and have had no problem with it. I am very perticular about reception on all the bands and this radio does an excellent job.. AM and FM reception is great... Shortwave and Side Band work very well and I also can pick up many airplanes both near and far.. It is more sensitive than my Bearcat Scanner SC 150 and I was suprised about that..It puts me to sleep every night and when I go somewhere I just unplug it and take it with me.. Battery life is fine with the rechargable batteries... Save your money and get a PL 660...It is all the radio you will ever need... « Show Less
2181946
2-way motorcycle alarm pager with remote .... (spy) is nothing compared with some other. This didn't have 80 mtr range but some other at the range of $25 have a range of <500mtr range signal and all the parts are working
51922
If you have a Ham license, you know they are line of sight. Mine will easily go 100 miles if I'm hitting someone or a repeater on a mountain top.They are 5 watts and they behave like any other 5 watt radio. I have a 50 watt transmitter I can hook it up to in the car.They are great radios.
2108191
Line of sight, as with any FM 2 meter radios. I´ve used this in hilly terrain and got perfect reception at 30 miles. My only gripe is that there is no squelch button, and you have to use software. Battery life is average, but charges fast.
364442
I returned my unit for a refund. The range of any radio will basically depend on the terrain in which you use it. Hilly/mountains etc. about a mile or less. Flat or low-rolling land about 1-3 miles. This radio just didn't perform as I had expected. I bvought a Midland unit which was three times better.
1256532
Not sure about that question, but I had the iRAD 500 and the distance is not that great I returned it and bought the iRAD 900 it works way better then the 500.