Two-Way Radios Reviews

There are a lot of CB radios out there and the Cobra 29 LTD Classic has stood the test of time. It comes with the traditional chrome detailed brushed aluminum faceplate that really shows off this radio. But the true quality is in the radio itself. I have owned plenty of CBs in the past 30 years including some top-end AM/sideband CBs as well as a few export radios, and as far as a straight AM 40 channel CBs, this is one that really shines above the others. The most impressive features in this radio are its sensitivity in receiving, even while the Noise-Blanker and/or Automatic Noise Limmiter circuits are engaged. And these circuits actually eliminate static and engine-generated noise...unlike some other radios. Overall, the 29LTD Classic is perhaps the best inexpensive AM CB out there!

This is a great item with a great price to go along with it. It has great reception and kept everyone in touch with out trouble.

First of all, forget the 12 miles under normal urban circumstances. Given the generally line-of-sight propagation of UHF signals, none of the handhelds, including commercial and amateur, will deliver 12 miles under normal conditions. In an urban setting with houses and buildings, expect something more resembling one and a half miles of consistent communication. Two to five miles may be expected over more open territory.

Having said that, our family has been quite pleased with the pair we purchased. They have put some thought into the ergonomic design of this radio. It is not nearly as heavy or bulky as our older, commercial quality HT. It fits securely in the hand, has a clear display with a signal strength meter, clear sound quality, and a convenient placement of controls. The receiver appears to be a significant improvement over its predecessor, the PR 4000. It can use either subaudible tone or digital coded squelch; these are useful in a crowded environment.

Especially nice is the signal strength meter that registers all activity on the channel whether or not it actually opens the squelch. If you are not in a conversation, it lets you know there is other activity on the channel. If you are in a conversation, it alerts you to the fact your radio may not be interpreting the DCS word or the subaudible tone due to interference. That way, you may open up the squelch manually using the monitor button, so you do not miss parts of your party's transmission.

Even though I have access to commercial quality equipment, I find myself using the PR 4700 more and more of the time for simplex operations.

My biggest disappointment is how all of the manufacturers are exaggerating the range claims. My guess is Cobra probably feels like it has to use the same standards for marketing as other manufacturers, or lose in the competition.

If you want the most sought after radio by professional truckers, seek out the Galaxy 99V. This highly reliable mobile CB has all the bells and whistles. When you hear the BIG RADIOS call out in the truckstop, it is almost always comming from the 99V. Ask this or any trucker and you will hear all positive remarks except the price. They are expensive, but worth every dime.

I think the Kenwood model ubz-gm14 2 way radio is one of the better ones for the money. I just got mine about two weeks ago and its great. It has a good range, has a good weight, and buttons are in a good arangement. It has the NOAA weather chanel option and gives sheet telling all of them in the USA and Canada. The LCD screen is easy to see and the light on it makes it for good night use. Its good for any where were u need to cheap in touch at sport events, malls, or on a skiing mountain.

They say two miles, but I think you actually get more. It's durable and very effective. I rarely ever hear static. I use them in the woods and camping and hiking trips when we have separate groups. No matter what you need them for, they will serve your purpose and you will definitely get your money worth. I reccomend that you get two today.

I use these radios in an all weather field environment and they have proven to be extremely reliable. I have maintained clear communications with others at almost 1 mile in broken hilly terrain and over 2 mile in open flat terrain.

The only drawbacks I see for military operations is the constant blinking red light, which can be reduced with duct tape, and the constant exposure to rain which could damage the radio. Otherwise they have been provided nothing but Convenience and reliability.

I strongely recommend this radio.

This is the coolest radio I have ever gotten. In fact I have 2. The design, durability & performance of this Motorola are unmatched. The NiCad battery allows you recharge it as a cellular & it lasts long enough for one full day out in the woods or where ever you are. Plus you don't have to keep buying new batteries for it.

I play paintball in the woods with friends a lot and started off with the 250s. I like these even more. You can easily get 2 miles of coverage in the woods between friends with these. If you plan on using these in the woods I would recommend using an earbud and mic or the headset with boom mic to allow the VOX system to operate more effectively. With the limitations of the paintball mask I can only use the earbud with mic. We even plan on using these during hunting season this year, but that is another story.

I was on a cruise last year and I my motorola radio was snuggley sitting inside the case when my friend puck came over and pushed me into the pool. If not for my Waterproof case my radio would have been destroyed and I wouldnt be able to find anyone around the cruise ship. Thank you Motorola!

I bought these for grandson's birthday (7th). He loved them. All the kids at the party loved them. Big hit. Seemed to work fine for short distance. Didn't have an opportunity to test the 8 mile radius, but for the price I think quite a good deal.

I bought this for a hiking trip planned next month, but got a chance to use it during a unplanned hike last weekend. It was very helpful since we were travelling in two cars and there was no mobile coverage. It worked well most of the time during the hike, where the handsets were at different elevations. But there was some disturbances or no coverage during the car, mainly when there was a mountain in between the cars (and thats why 4 stars). I am not sure if other models with higher range will work across mountains though.

Another problem is with the user manual. For using GMRS channels you have to get FCC permission, but the website mentioned in the manual is outdated. Still I am ssearching for the right URL to the license site.

All in all it was a good purchase though.

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Lost one of the radios. It fell down from the hill top during a recent hike. Now left with one radio and looking for an option to buy a replacement for the missing radio (not a pair). But it really helped as long as it was available.

these are good walkie talkies for their price. I use them when i go on ski trips or to an amusement park and they work great.
ihad to get the cheaper ones but if you have the money go for the more expensive ones they get more range. midland is a reputable company and they make solid products.