ZGPilot1955

As already stated, 23-30 (aka rp15-rp22) are repeater only channels. No normal GMRS radio can receive those frequencies (repeaters listen on 467.xxx, and transmit on 462.xxx).
Prior to the 2017 reorganization by the FCC, the only purely FRS frequencies were those now designated as channels 8-14 -- the 0.5W ERP NFM channels. Channels 1-7 were GMRS interstitials (allowed 5W FM) years before FRS was created, and original FRS was permitted them using 0.5W NFM. Channels 15-22 were GMRS MAIN channels (and in the old days, one was allowed to specify just /two/ [pairs: simplex and repeater] of them on their license), allowed up to 50W FM.
With the 2017 changes, FRS is allowed to access channels 1-22, with 2W on 1-7/15-22 (ie; what had been the "GMRS" limits on the pre-reorganization bubble packs sold as FRS/GMRS). FRS is restricted to NFM on all channels. GMRS HTs, in return, gained access to 8-14 -- with the limits of 0.5W ERP NFM, same as FRS. GMRS retained 5W FM for 1-7, and 50W FMS for 15-22.

That is not correct.
The receive frequencies on 23-30 are the same as on 15-22.  If a nearby FRS user is on 15-22 you will hear them.  The difference between 15-22 and 23-30 is that on 23-30 you are transmitting 5MHz up from the receive frequency so you can go through a repeater.  The GMRS regulations explicitly prohibit the use of the 467 inputs as simplex channels:
467 MHz main channels. Only mobile, hand-held portable, control and fixed stations may transmit on these 8 channels. Mobile, hand-held portable and control stations may transmit on these channels only when communicating through a repeater station or making brief test transmissions in accordance with § 95.319(c). The channel center frequencies are: 467.5500, 467.5750, 467.6000, 467.6250, 467.6500, 467.6750, 467.7000, and 467.7250 MHz.

That's not a mobile repeater in that pic, its a HAM operating HF. As far as a mobile repeater it really is a waste of time. I have done this already and it was a total disappointment.. Unless your car is at a substantial height advantage you will not have any better coverage then simplex. Again you can and will try to explain or reason away my logic without listening to what I and others have been trying to tell you. I have tried the mobile repeater, the setup was a 50W Motorola SLR 5700 with a 4 cavity BP/BR duplexer connected to a 5.5dB gain antenna on the top of my truck. After testing for about month I realized it had no practical use and only offered slightly more range than simplex, best part I ended up needing a jump after a day at the fair. Mind you this was a $2400 repeater, $800 duplexer with an antenna that was tuned using an Anritsu S331D. I promise I nor anybody on this site will try to steer you wrong, I hold a Commercial, Amateur and GMRS license, own and operate several large repeaters and have all the gear for building, testing and maintaining these kinds of systems.

I wanted to find a pair of handhelds I could give to my young kids while out hiking and exploring. Something that will help them feel more confident going out of sight, while remaining in contact with Mom and Dad, and not having to worry about losing / breaking an expensive radio. Keep in mind they are 5 and 8 years old doing 7+ mile hikes while carrying their own food and water. Keeping gear weight down is important.
My requirements are (in order of importance):
Small form factor and lightweight Relatively cheap, but decent build quality USB rechargeable  
What I looked at:
Baofeng UV-5G BAOFENG G11S Radioddity FS-T1 TIDRADIO TD-H5 Midland x-Talker (existing radio)  
Size Comparison:

 
Radioddity FS-T1
Weight: 4.25 oz
Battery Capacity: 1500 mAh, 3.7V
Size: (see comparison pic)
The only new FRS radio, and also the cheapest at $35 for the pair. And you get what you pay for here. This one was easily the lowest quality of the bunch and just felt cheap and plasticky. The belt clip was terrible and looks like it will snap in no time. The flap covering the charging port ripped off during the first charge session. And micro-usb!?? Come on man … bummer. Not impressed at all.
Verdict: Hard pass.
 
BAOFENG G11S
Weight: ?? forgot to do this stuff
Battery Capacity: ??
Size:??
I liked this one, good build quality, durable feeling. But it was simply too big and heavy for the kids. I would recommend this if you want to get a decent GMRS HT that is simple to use for adult friends who are not radio dorks.
Verdict: Returned.
 
TIDRADIO TD-H5
Weight: 8.75 oz
Battery Capacity: 1500 mAh, 7.4V
Size: (see comparison pic)
The only one of the bunch with an actual USB-C charging port on the battery! Dang, why is this such a hard thing to find? Not sure, but moving on … You get a lot of stuff in this package, 2 radios, extra batteries, microphones, and more. But you also get what you pay for as well. Smaller battery capacity and while the radio felt decent in my hands, it had one really annoying issue that won’t bother most people. The channel selector has ~ 5 millisecond delay between when you press the button and when the radio responds. I work in software and performance issues like this drives me nuts, no way would I be happy using this. Interestingly the radio is much more responsive in menu settings. So the delay issue, larger / heavier form factor, smaller battery out-weighed the benefit of USB-C charging.
Verdict: Returned.
 
Baofeng UV-5G
Weight: 7.6 oz
Battery Capacity: 1800 mAh, 7.4V
Size: (see comparison pic)
I was really impressed with this one. It’s not the smallest or lightest, but it has a small enough form factor that when the kids wore it on their packs they did not complain. Has all the awesome features you already know about and love. Not much else I can say that hasn’t already been said by others. The only draw back on this is the standard battery still requires a charging cradle. Some other users pointed out that the upgraded battery pack comes with a barrel charger that can work on a USB adapter. That’s cool, if only we could do that on the standard size battery.
Verdict: Will keep this one for Mom and Dad!
 
Overall Conclusion:
Unfortunately, I was not able to find what I was looking for and will continue using the Midland x-talker FRS blister pack radios for the kids. It’s small and light weight and gets the job done. I’ll just have to be diligent about bringing extra set of fresh batteries. On the plus side, Mom and Dad got an awesome pair of repeater-capable radios with the UV-5G!

I bought a UV-9R PRO for my son because it was cheap and advertised as fairly waterproof. It has a different sort of a belt clip that uses a plastic "button" that is screwed onto the back of the unit that slides into a separate belt clip. First, the button screw came unscrewed. Then after Locktite-ing the screw, the plastic "button" broke off and now this unit is useless to me. At least it was cheap...
The more I send out radios with my son to run around with his friends with, the more I like the original UV-5R:
cheap small light flexible antenna sturdy clip takes a lickin' and keeps on tickin' did I mention that it's cheap?

I know I'm coming in kinda late with this but I just recently got into GMRS radios. Bought me a Baofeng UV-9G and absolutely hated that included belt clip! Here comes 3D printing to the rescue! Found a design I liked on Thingiverse that someone had made for a Yaesu radio and got to work in Tinkercad to modify it to work with the UV-9G. A couple iterations later and I now have a belt clip that I'm quite happy with.

I just replaced my standard rubber duck on my Baofeng GMRS-9R (same radio as the UV9G) with the Nagoya NA-771G.  I have not yet tested it in the real world, but the SWRs are great compared to the rubber duck that came with it.

 

"good" is entirely subjective and depends on what "good" means to you, so you're only going to get a bunch of people telling you what THEY have/what THEY think is good for them.
So I'll start: In both my Jeeps I have Motorola XTL5000s.. To me they are good, so I i highly recommend one.

In the past few weeks, members and staff alike have researched the controversy regarding type acceptance or certification of radio equipment. We have found absolutely NO evidence that the agency is issuing citations to licensed GMRS operators for using Part 90 equipment in Part 95 service. We have anectdotal evidence that agency inspectors randomly allow Part 90 equipment in Part 95 service as long as all Part 95 technical standards are met.
 
Therefore, it is the decision of the staff at MyGMRS Forum to once again allow posting of "Equipment Reviews" regarding ALL types of equipment whether Part 90, Part 95 or Part 97. We feel that it is the responsibility of each member to screen the information that is provided by others and to make an educated decision on whether or not to use any equipment of any kind in your own personal setting. Reviews of Part 97 equipment are acceptable due to the number of Amateur Operators here, however, we do not wish to see any reference to Amateur Radio Part 97 equipment being 'suggested' that it works on GMRS frequencies.
 
Thank you all for your patience in this matter and thank you for your understanding.
 
The forum is once again open for "Equipment Reviews" and similar postings under these guidelines listed above.
 
 
 
The MyGMRS Staff

INPUT Tone = TX Tone
OUTPUT Tone = RX Tone
The words “Input” and “Output” are relative to the repeater.  So, your radio transmits the Input tones the repeater requires, and receives the repeater’s Output tones.
Set your TX tone to the Input tone needed by the repeater.
At first leave the RX tone empty.  Once everything is working you can try putting the Output tone in for the RX tone. 

I always say "breaker 575 anybody got their ears on out there"