Baofeng BF-F8HP Radio
Specs
- Weight 10.1 oz.
- Power Source Li-Ion 2,000 mAh rechargeable battery pack
- Radio Receiver Digital
- Band Reception 2M, 70CM amateur radio, AM/FM, NOAA weather, marine VHF
- Size 10.5 in. x 2 in. x 2 in.
- Warning Siren Yes
Pros
- Monitors a broad range of emergency frequencies, including many outside of other radios
- Ability to be powered by Li-ion rechargeable battery or AA cells
- Flashlight and alarm mode rounds out emergency functionality
- Can use different antennas
Cons
- Requires technical know-how to program
- Unlicensed operators cannot transmit
- No NOAA weather alert function
