Cobra CXR825 Gmrs/ Frs 2 Way Radio Review

Among the brands of GMRS/FRS radios, Cobra is the only one I've found to use Li-ion batteries.Compared to other rechargeable battery technologies, Li-ion will last longer and weigh less.Cobra has three models in their flagship category: 925, 825, 725.I chose the 825 for a few reasons.

Compared to the 925, this model lacks the voice recorder and has lower battery capacity.Without the voice recorder, if you miss something, I think it's a matter of asking people to repeat their message.Although the 925 battery capacity is higher, the voice recorder increases the power draw, so it may offset and result in similar battery life.The main differences between the 725 is the capability to receive NOAA weather broadcasts; I believe the batteries and the outside form factor are the same.

They advertise different communication ranges (35, 30, 27) in miles.I'm skeptical and wish there were more truth in advertising.However, for casual users, you're probably within 5 miles.These types of GMRS/FRS radios do not work well inside cars unless you have an external antenna.If used properly, they work reasonably well.I've been able to communicate within 10 miles.For the purists, the 925 and 825 have three transmit power levels (5, 2, 0.5 watts) while the 725 has only two (5, 0.5 watts).

So far, I can think of only one drawback - I wish Cobra makes a car charger.Their website says you may purchase parts and build your own, just call them for wiring info.

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Product Description:
The Cobra CXR825 is a Micro TALK 2-way radio, two pack with up to a 30 mile range.This unit consists of 22 channels, 142privacy codes (38 CTCSS codes/ 104 DCS codes) and comes complete with 2 lithium ion battery packs, and a2-port desktop mini-charger.This unit also features a 10 channel NOAA radio,hands-free operation (VOX), VibrAlert silent paging, call alert (10 selectable tones),a backlit LCD display, a scanning function (channels/ privacy codes), a single pin speaker/ microphone/ charge jack, a 10 channel memory,selectable hi/low power in GMRS,key lock, roger beep (selectable on/off), key stroke tones (Selectable on/off) , a battery low indicator, battery/ power saver mode, signal strength meter, auto squelch, a maximum range extender, and a belt clip.This product comes in ROHS lead free, eco-friendly packaging.

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