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Customers commend the 37-Mile, 22-Channel FRS/GMRS 2-Way Radios (Pair) for its features, however, some users report significant discrepancies between the advertised range and actual performance. Several customers experienced significantly shorter ranges than advertised, particularly in areas with varied terrain. The reported range varied greatly depending on the environment and location. This suggests that the advertised range may not be reliable in all conditions.
I bought these for the kids to play with around the house. I tried to see if they would really work 37 miles from home and I lost connection a mile out. Maybe I was doing something wrong so I need to read the owners manual.
Posted by FrankieBones09
Purchased these so I could stay in touch when working around the park I live in. They say 35 miles (max) I could only get about 1/4 mile (max) fully charged. Yes there are trees... but that shouldn't dampen them that much. Also... after two uses.. one of them would no longer turn off unless you took the batteries out. Would turn on... but not off. Very disappointed. Returned them to Best Buy... with one of them still chirping in the box. No problem with the return even though I bought them online. Give them credit for that.
Posted by natureboy
I live in a mountainous region, so these only pick up from about 3/4 of a mile apart (rather than the 35 mile range). The weather radio is a plus. I have no major complaints.
Posted by bluebird