In areas with weak cellular communications, the radio will be useful not only for special services, but also for ordinary citizens. Tourists and security guards, builders, taxi drivers and lovers of cycling rides on the cross-road - it’s most convenient to use the walkie-talkies for communication in a group. Only this should be really reliable devices that will not fail. And you can save on the purchase, taking the radio with Aliexpress with the best of them will introduce you to our review.
Content:
- YAESU VX-8DR - professional analog portable radio for athletes and experienced tourists
- WOUXUN KG-UV8D Plus - a good-quality walkie-talkie with a color display
- ZASTONE D9000 - the best car radio
- BAOFENG UV-82 Plus - an inexpensive model for airsoft and outdoor recreation
- RETEVIS RT22 Mini - Miniature Walkie Talkie
YAESU VX-8DR - professional analog portable radio for athletes and experienced tourists
The Chinese version of the Japanese radio, which works in three bands, unfortunately, we have some restrictions on use: only the frequencies 140-174 and 420-470 MHz will be available to most fans. However, the model VX-8DR is just an amateur and is not - it is a purely professional device, corresponding to the price and quality of performance.
Pros:
- Sturdy aluminum case;
- Extensive “park” of useful sensors in the journey - barometer, altimeter and thermometer;
- Voltage indicator with information output on the screen (in fact, it is a voltmeter that allows you to more accurately determine the status of the battery);
- The presence of noise;
- It is possible to independently install a Bluetooth chip in the case for later connection of a wireless headset;
- There is a connector for an external GPS-module;
- The high level of moisture protection ip X7 - the radio can last half an hour under water at a depth of up to a meter and continue to work as if nothing had happened;
- Route tracking function;
- SOS-button sends a signal for help at the selected frequency and at the same time turns on the flashlight in the strobe mode;
- Access to the APRS system, while very well-organized - the radio transmits the maximum necessary information, creating minimal interference to the air.
Minuses:
- A rather big price - even for Aliexpress, such a portable radio will cost 28-30 thousand rubles;
- The altimeter may lie, but its readings are easily corrected, and then it will work as expected.
WOUXUN KG-UV8D Plus - a good-quality walkie-talkie with a color display
This large-screen radio looks like a cell phone and is more expensive than many analogs with Aliexpress.
Wouxun operates in the 136-174 and 400-480 MHz frequency bands and catches 999 channels.
Unlike its predecessor (which is without the “Plus” postscript), the device has many interesting functions, such as switching on a compander during transmission, a mode of a reinforcing repeater or access to non-standard CTCSS codes.
Pros:
- A good range of work for a wearable device 5-10 km;
- There is a scrambling function (voice signal encryption);
- Large color display for maximum information and ease of handling a walkie-talkie;
- Built-in FM radio that can memorize up to 20 frequency channels;
- The ability to connect the charging cup as a household (220 V), and to the automotive 12-volt network;
- Long antenna - 21 cm;
- The radio is solidly assembled, and all the elements sit in their places tightly, although there is no dust and moisture protection here;
- Keyboard backlight turns on / off with a separate button;
- There is SOS-mode;
- Compatible with most accessories from the closest "relatives" - Kenwood and Baofeng.
Minuses:
- Heavy - with a battery weighs almost a half a kilogram;
- The price is nearly 10 thousand rubles. A clone from Baofeng with the same marking can be bought for 7,000 rubles, although the quality of the connection will be worse.
ZASTONE D9000 - the best car radio
A compact radio for cars will suit those who are on the road to be constantly in touch (taxi drivers, truckers). This model has a good power of 40-50 W, which provides it with a confident reception at a distance of 50 km. Available channels are in the frequency range 136-174 and 400-520 MHz. The radio itself can be connected to a car network of 12 or 24 V.
Pros:
- Compact housing;
- Very large display with wide viewing angles and fully adjustable backlight - you can adjust the color, brightness and contrast;
- Different options for fixing the tangent - even on the radio itself, even on the dashboard, and you can connect it to the left and to the right;
- Unlike most dual-band devices, this radio has two separate receivers operating simultaneously;
- Excellent audibility in both directions without noticeable voice distortion;
- Ability to work in cross-band mode;
- Included is a 3-meter extension cable, so that with the choice of installation location in the cabin there will be no particular problems.
Minuses:
- The menu is a bit confusing and takes time to master.
BAOFENG UV-82 Plus - an inexpensive model for airsoft and outdoor recreation
An improved version of the popular radio 5R, which has already become “popular,” received a more efficient antenna and a microphone with a louder speaker. It also changed its appearance: the display shifted to the center of the monoblock, the buttons increased in size, and the case itself became more streamlined and flexible.
The radio operates in the 136-174 and 400-520 MHz bands and confidently hits for 5 km. In addition, there are already three power modes - within 1, 4 and 8 watts.
Pros:
- The strong case on the thick cast chassis from an aluminum alloy;
- Two PTT buttons that allow you to quickly switch from one frequency range to another - the same solution is implemented in the complete headset;
- Customizable screen backlight - you can choose three colors for different modes;
- It weighs 230 grams with battery;
- There is a built-in flashlight under the glass (albeit not very powerful) and FM radio;
- Flexible and long antenna;
- You can put on charging in the glass as the walkie-talkie, and separately the battery.
Minuses:
- There is no manual noise control, so you have to configure it through the device menu, which is not very convenient;
- The radio is uncertain on the heel - it will be safer to put it on a horizontal surface.
RETEVIS RT22 Mini - Miniature Walkie Talk
Compact inexpensive radios, sold in pairs, it is considered to be nothing more than children's toys. But these crumbs are much more serious than they appear at first glance. In the city, their signal strikes up to a kilometer, in the open space 2.5-3 km. For country walks, cycling or operative communication on the production of this is enough. And yes - their children can also be given to play.
Pros:
- The radios are small and light - with dimensions of 13.5 x5.5 cm each device weighs only 113 grams and fits easily in a breast pocket;
- There is a modification with the support of allowed PMR frequencies that do not require registration (as a last resort, the radio can be reflashed);
- Voice "assistant", informing about the number of the selected channel, which is convenient, since there is no display here;
- Possibility of charging via USB cable;
- The power supply from the kit comes with two ports so that both radios can be charged simultaneously;
- Loud and clear sound without interference in both directions;
- Short and strong antennas - do not interfere and do not break;
- Wired headset out of the box - one “ear” for each radio;
- The price is only 2000 rubles per pair.
Minuses:
- Cord for connecting to a PC in the kit is not - it must be ordered separately.
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