“Is FRS 2 way frequencie the same thing as GMRS 2 way in other words are they the same THING”
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They are sort of the same thing. You really cannot buy FRS radios any more. GMRS radios, however, also work on FRS frequencies. There are seven FRS channels, and modern GMRS radios cover those frequencies, but at FRS power limits (1/2 watt). There are seven channels that are shared between FRS and GMRS, but you need a GMRS license to use high power. There are seven channels that are GMRS only. FRS and GMRS radios can talk to each other as long as the GMRS radios only use FRS frequencies -- plus the numbers on the display might be different. Wikipedia has a nice summary of GMRS -- just search. I hope this helps.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.“The FRS is authorized 22 channels in the 462 MHz and 467 MHz range, all of which are shared with General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) which requires an individual license for use. FRS is licensed by rule which means an individual license is not required to operate an FRS radio provided you comply with the rules.”
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.FRS frequencies are different from GMRS frequencies. The use of GMRS frequencies require an FCC license (FRS doesn't require a license).
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