GMRS HT with NOAA Weather Alert

[WRDJ205]

I have recently come to appreciate NOAA weather alerts coming to my HT.  I’m also looking to move up in my radio selection and I think this might be a good time to upgrade.  
 

i’ve watched a lot of YouTube videos and did some research but most of the information is 2 to 3 years old.  
 

What would be some recommendations for an GMRS HT that is somewhat water resistant and has the ability to receive NOAA weather alerts?  
 

BTECH GMRS PRO and Wouxun 935 plus seem to show promise.  

[OffRoaderX]

You watched the wrong Youtube videos if you are only seeing stuff that is 2 or 3 years old.  

The high-end, QUALITY YouTubers review all new GMRS radios as soon as they are available ..

...just sayin...

[WRDJ205]

46 minutes ago, OffRoaderX said:

You watched the wrong Youtube videos if you are only seeing stuff that is 2 or 3 years old.  

The high-end, QUALITY YouTubers review all new GMRS radios as soon as they are available ..

...just sayin...

"it was you...i learned it by watching you alright"

 

[WRDJ205]

Um, yea, i was looking to see if those were still some of the better options out there or if there was anything better.  

[NCJeb]

I’m looking at Midland HTs, the T75s specifically, for hunting, which have everything you mentioned, plus vibration alerts (handy when you need quiet most of the time, but still want to know when someone is trying to reach you).  I haven’t made the purchase yet of course, so I can’t speak directly to them, but they show enough promise to me I’m eyeing them eagerly and counting pennies lol.

At risk of wading headlong into the “Midland vs Baofeng” debate, for the NOAA Wx Radio side, Midland, with their engineering in Kansas City (in tornado alley), has been legendary for the best quality wx radios for a long time. I’ve relied on them for a tabletop weather radio for over a decade after some horrendous ones from other manufacturers that lasted less than a year in some cases.
 

In other words, I’ve come to literally rely on Midland’s wx radio tech like I do a smoke detector or a seatbelt, after bad experiences with other brands. So with one of those “imho” anecdotal things, if wx radio quality is what you’re after, I’d at least give Midland’s offerings a glance, even with the higher price point. And then go with your gut, don’t just take my word for it, even if it means non-Midland for the purchase. Cuz while I might be coming down on team Midland in this thread, ultimately, you do you—no need for me to take more than a for-me-only stance in the manufacturer debate that has raged long before I entered this hobby of radio.

[WSHH887]

Heck, the Midland GXT 1000 has the weather channels.  Since I knew nothing when I bought them a few years ago they aren't repeater capable.  Looking for replacements now.  

[tcp2525]

5 hours ago, NCJeb said:

I’m looking at Midland HTs, the T75s specifically, for hunting, which have everything you mentioned, plus vibration alerts (handy when you need quiet most of the time, but still want to know when someone is trying to reach you).  I haven’t made the purchase yet of course, so I can’t speak directly to them, but they show enough promise to me I’m eyeing them eagerly and counting pennies lol.

At risk of wading headlong into the “Midland vs Baofeng” debate, for the NOAA Wx Radio side, Midland, with their engineering in Kansas City (in tornado alley), has been legendary for the best quality wx radios for a long time. I’ve relied on them for a tabletop weather radio for over a decade after some horrendous ones from other manufacturers that lasted less than a year in some cases.
 

In other words, I’ve come to literally rely on Midland’s wx radio tech like I do a smoke detector or a seatbelt, after bad experiences with other brands. So with one of those “imho” anecdotal things, if wx radio quality is what you’re after, I’d at least give Midland’s offerings a glance, even with the higher price point. And then go with your gut, don’t just take my word for it, even if it means non-Midland for the purchase. Cuz while I might be coming down on team Midland in this thread, ultimately, you do you—no need for me to take more than a for-me-only stance in the manufacturer debate that has raged long before I entered this hobby of radio.

When is comes to buying disposable radios the only consideration should be price. Not to start a Midland vs. Baofeng debate, one has to consider the facts. Midland products are extremely overpriced and the company only survive by name recognition. Remember, today's Midland isn't your grandfather's Midland. The Baofeng radio is a high quality rugged design built for rough service and high performance. Baofeng radios are feature packed and incorporate every possible feature and option available for your enjoyment. If there's a feature you think you need, you might be borderline delusional and severely mistaken. So, the choice is yours. Buy an overpriced radio with a fancy nameplate or a six pack of of Baofeng throwaway radios for the same price.