Best waterproof walkie talkies

On today’s market, there are walkie-talkies and two-way radios to meet a host of needs and suit all sorts of conditions. It’s now easier to purchase a waterproof walkie-talkie than ever. Waterproof two-way radios are used for various types of work and leisure purposes and are required not only by military personnel, but other workers battling the rain, snow and wind. They are also incredibly popular amongst the fishing community.

Waterproof or water-resistant?

Some devices are truly waterproof, whilst others are water-resistant or need extra equipment to protect them from the water. If you’re not sure whether a walkie-talkie is waterproof or water-resistant, feel free to get in touch if you need any clarification. A water-resistant walkie-talkie may be ideal if the device will only be used in the rain, but you may well wish to opt for a truly waterproof model if there is a good chance that your device or devices will be submerged in water at some point. It may also be wise to purchase a brightly-coloured unit that you can easily identify if it is dropped in water.

Get the right device

To beat the challenges posed by the elements further, it’s a good idea to invest in bags for extra protection to keep moisture out of your system. Prices for waterproof and water-resistant two-way radios can vary considerably, which means you shouldn’t struggle to find something that suits your needs whether you’re on a tight budget or have more to spend. Today, walkie-talkies are often purchased for children to use, not only for recreational purposes but to keep them safe when they are playing outside. As children tend to be accident-prone, buying a waterproof device is an incredibly sensible move if you have been considering purchasing a two-way radio for them.

Motorola T92 H20

Let’s take a quick look at some of the most popular waterproof devices sold by Two-Way Radio. The MotorolaT92 H2O walkie talkie is a floatable, waterproof device that meets IP67 standards and can withstand submersion in up to 1m of water for 30 minutes. This system is ideal for families with children, fishermen and watersports fans. It has a torch that switches on automatically when it comes into contact with water, and also comes with an emergency alert button. Other features include a keypad lock, low battery alert, vibrate and LCD display with backlight.

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The ICOM F51

The ICOM F51 is a robust yet lightweight device that features in-built DTCS, CTCSS and offers extremely wide frequency coverage. The device features up to 128 memory channels and eight memory banks as well as an optional waterproof speaker microphone and inversion voice scrambler and LCD backlight.

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Getting in touch

At Two-Way Radio, we can come to your assistance if you need any help selecting the right waterproof walkie-talkie or two-way radio for your needs. To find out more, just call 0800 0286261 / 01527 872777, send a message to sales@twoway-radio.co.uk or use the contact form on the site.