I need a new GMRS radio

[WRCZ387]

9 hours ago, GMRSJohn said:

So far, I like the Alinco. It’s very convenient in that all I have to do is program it and I have only a few buttons to push and talk. However, with that (for those who don’t know) this radio is not manually programmable. Must be programmed on a computer. Which stinks to an extent… if you have to put in a repeater or such on the spot.

 

Feature wise, it's not going to work for everyone

If you need to program/reprogram it on the fly, no, it's not the best choice, BUT:

1. If you need an h-t that can be set up [especially with basic/simple, or no functions/options], then handed to a non-radio user & not worry about them pressing buttons, changing settings, etc
2. If you just want to program it, turn it on, select your channel/frequency/repeater, & start talking [Ron Popeil & his "set it & forget it!" comes to mind]

For the users who need or want those scenarios, IMO the DJ-G46T fits the bill

[WRCZ387]

MTC in TX has the DJ-G46T on Black Friday pricing for $69.90

https://www.mtcradio.com/black-friday-alinco-dj-g46t-portable-5w-gmrs-ht/

[GMRSJohn]

21 hours ago, WRCZ387 said:

MTC in TX has the DJ-G46T on Black Friday pricing for $69.90

https://www.mtcradio.com/black-friday-alinco-dj-g46t-portable-5w-gmrs-ht/

I feel ripped off… I paid 99. 

[GMRSJohn]

On 12/8/2024 at 2:57 AM, WRCZ387 said:

Feature wise, it's not going to work for everyone

If you need to program/reprogram it on the fly, no, it's not the best choice, BUT:

1. If you need an h-t that can be set up [especially with basic/simple, or no functions/options], then handed to a non-radio user & not worry about them pressing buttons, changing settings, etc
2. If you just want to program it, turn it on, select your channel/frequency/repeater, & start talking [Ron Popeil & his "set it & forget it!" comes to mind]

For the users who need or want those scenarios, IMO the DJ-G46T fits the bill

I really like it despite.. it tends to prove good quality and the fact that I can pick up repeaters I couldn’t before impresses me. It’s a little scratchy on the road but I think that’s most likely any radio it’s price or lower. 

[RIPPER238]

I have 3 Tidradio H3’s and just added the Wouxun KG10. Love the H3's, so easy to program, easy to use and easy to clone to one another. App was nice too.

Paid almost 7x with my Wouxun KG10 and though it seems to be better quality and better options, i still think the H3 holds it own. Plus if really needed to i can open up the frequencies for emergencies on the H3. 

IMO everyone should own an H3 for $30. 

[WRYZ926]

4 minutes ago, RIPPER238 said:

Paid almost 7x with my Wouxun KG10 and though it seems to be better quality and better options, but i still think the H3 holds it own. Plus if really needed to i can open up the frequencies for emergencies on the H3. 

Did you get the KG-Q10H or the KG-Q10G?

The G model is locked down to GMRS only while the quad band H model can be opened up.

[OffRoaderX]

9 minutes ago, WRYZ926 said:

the quad band H model can be opened up

Where would one find more info on that should one be curious ?

[GMRSJohn]

23 minutes ago, RIPPER238 said:

I have 3 Tidradio H3’s and just added the Wouxun KG10. Love the H3's, so easy to program, easy to use and easy to clone to one another. App was nice too.

Paid almost 7x with my Wouxun KG10 and though it seems to be better quality and better options, i still think the H3 holds it own. Plus if really needed to i can open up the frequencies for emergencies on the H3. 

IMO everyone should own an H3 for $30. 

The Tids seem to be great radios for the most part. I’ve read a lot about them. There wasn’t much information nor reviews on the Alinco G46 and that made me skeptical. I knew more about the Tids than it.. but I’m glad for the most part with my choice.

[RIPPER238]

1 hour ago, WRYZ926 said:

Did you get the KG-Q10H or the KG-Q10G?

The G model is locked down to GMRS only while the quad band H model can be opened up.

I got the KG-Q10H. And that's exactly why i got it. Easy to open up and was the only option i could find that did everything the H3 did but better. Just hope the quality holds up. 

[WRYZ926]

1 hour ago, OffRoaderX said:

Where would one find more info on that should one be curious ?

The information is found on the University of YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsXFtMe_-Eo

[LeeBo]

Well, here's my $0.02, but it's probably worth about what you're paying for it.

I may "upgrade" in the future, but right now I can't get away from the Tid H8. It's a pretty good radio and price point and it just works well. And with a Diamond SRJ77CA antenna I'm getting great transmission and reception.

And it works with Chirp.