Motorola T9500XLR 25-Mile Two-Way Radios | List Price: $79.99
Discount Price: $44.66
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Brand: Motorola
Binding: Electronics
Features: - Up To 25-Mile Range
- 22 Channels
- 121 Privacy Codes For 2662 Combinations
- 27 Hours
- 3 AA Alkaline Or 9-Hour Nimh Estimated Talk Time
Good radios for a great price. [Posted on 2008-09-15]
We got these radios as a replacement for some old Motorolas we'd had for 6 years which finally quit working.
We use 2 way radios quite a bit. We live on a big lot, with 2 big outbuildings, so shouting isn't really an option. We also ride dirt bikes, and use the radios (one at the front of the group, one in back)to keep the gang together, which is tough, since we're all a bunch of independent old cusses.
We initially purchased the Midland GXT710VP3 radios, these work adequately. I hate to admit it, but I don't like them because they're clunky and ugly. I'm normally not a slave to fashion, but these radios just look and feel like a brick. An ugly brick.
So, when the Motorolas were offered, I snagged them. With the price difference between the Motorola T9500XLR and the Midlands, I expected a lesser quality in the Motorola, but was pleasantly surprised.
I know all these radios claim that '25 mile' standard, but in our experience, line of sight use is about 3 miles, in the woods or in a populated area, it drops down to about a mile.
We have not tested the radios in densely populated situations (city, amusement park, etc.), but can attest to the fact that they work very well in rural situations (our home), and in the woods (motorcycle trails).
They suit our purpose, they're easy to use, the batteries last more than 10 hours, and they've even got the Weather radio built in.
The Motorola T9500XLR suits our needs.
Pretty good for the price [Posted on 2008-09-20]
I haven't tested these for their full 25 mile range, but they seem to work well enough around the office complex and at the park. The 2 mile range for urban areas that other reviewers have stated seems to be about right. I might have actually gotten more than two miles, but I also live in Los Angeles where we don't have very many tall buildings.
Overall, they work well enough for casual use, but I wouldn't consider them for more critical applications.
Great product for price [Posted on 2008-10-20]
It is a great product especially for the price amazon offers it for. Stores sell the same two way radio for the same price but does not have the 25 mile capability. It was a great deal.
"25-Mile" can be misleading [Posted on 2008-10-23]
Although I am pretty tech savvy, this is definitely one of those products where you really need to read the manual (but don't worry, it's not that big) to understand all the menus and functions.
If you're not familiar with radios like me, the whole 22 channels can also be confusing. Whatever you do, you don't want to be on the default channel 0 because that's pretty much where anyone can interfere.
The 25-mile* can definitely be misleading. If you're in a urban area, the most you can get is actually 2 miles.
By holding the + (with the cloud image next to it) for 3 seconds, you can tune into the NOAA weather service.
One thing I wish it had is if both parties end up pressing the talk button at the same time, it should make some sort of special beep/notification to tell that they're both being cut off. With radios, unlike cellphones, you can't talk simultaneously. However, the good thing is that you don't have to say "Roger" after you finish talking because the other party will hear a beep after you let go of the talk button.
These radios aren't anything revolutionary, but for what it is and the price, it is decent. The battery charger is definitely a plus.
Pros:
- Fits in pocket.
- Comes with rechargeable batteries and charging dock for changing both radios simultaneously.
- Vibration
- Scan for channels
- Hands free operation (iVOX)
Cons:
- 2 miles max in urban areas.
Good radio [Posted on 2008-11-03]
Pros: Used with other motorolla and non motorolla radios and the sound quality was good. Battery holds charge for several days in normal use.
Cons: 25 mile range is bizarre because the most that I got was about a mile and a half.
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