Customer Reviews

Midland Outfitter GXT550VP4 14-Mile 22-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio (Camouflage) (Pair)

5 star:		(9)
4 star:		(1)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I just purchased these radios because I wanted a long-range two way communications system. I go paintballing, fishing, hiking alot. I tested them out by having someone at my house with one, and then I drove in my car with the other one. I wasn't impressed at all, I only got about 1 1/2 miles out of them, even on high power. I don't live in the mountains, city, or thick woods either.

Although they didn't get that long of a range out of them, I still recommend them if you are going hiking or biking. I also like the "tactical headsets" that go with radios.

Bottom line, don't get them expecting to get a 5-14 mile range. That only happens in open areas. But, you really have no choice if you want two-way-radios because the 14 mile range is the maximum they make right now.

I've had several over the years. All have had interference problems. These don't, because of the privacy codes. The range is also the best I've ever had. Very easy to use, even in the dark. An excellent buy.

they work great. they have all the power you would ever need. you can't beat the warranty. the price was the best I found. very happy with the product.

The range on this radios is excellent. I have used them in a suburban area for a range of 3 miles without a problem. The 5 watts of output help. The menus are easy to use. However, the volume is not very high. A stronger speaker would help. The battery life for the rechargeables is great. The size is also good. I like the smaller antena vs. other models with long ones. I would have given it 5 stars if the volume was a little higher. I would definitely buy these radios again.

I've had these for only 2 days and I couldn't be happier. The range and clarity are great, even on low power. Even amongst trees and buildings, I was able to hear and transmit clearly for at least a mile to 1 1/2 miles. I've yet to use the high power feature on channels, 1-7 and 15-22 but I will very soon. I'm a weather spotter so these are going to come in really handy once Spring gets here in a few months. These are definitely worthy of a 5 star rating especially for the price.

I am most happy with these radios. They look wonderful,operate effeciently and have a long battery life.

This set, for those whose wallets aren't bottomless, is as good as it gets. They come with compact headsets, the walkie-talkies have incredibly fast VOX response, they have a dock charger and come with chargeable batteries, the dock charger has an AC adapter and a cigarette lighter adapter, they're noise suppression systems are excellent and their range is great. Love them.

The radio set is very rugged; has up to 5 watts of power output; versatile battery system using rechargeable battery pack or common AA batteries for longer operation; The included headset/microphones are handy for high noise environments. And the price is very reasonable.

THESE ARE GREAT.MY BOYS LOVE THEM RUNNING AROUND IN OUR WOODS. THE RECIEPTION IS CLEAR.THEY LOVE THE EAR PIECE.

The midland gxt 550 is really the kind of radio that Im looking for. When I received the radio after a couple of weeks, It was really what I expect - specially the color of the radio - I liked it very much. Transmit and receive is perfect. It's even more sensitive than icom f21gm. It's the best radio I ever had.
I'll buy more of them..