Cobra microTALK® PR 3100 DX (14 Channels) Two Way Radio

Pros: Good features. Have good range in some conditions.

Cons: Poor performance in any built up areas. Limited benefit from "privacy channels" for any model.

The Bottom Line: Has better ultimate range than FRS, but this is very unpredictable in practise. Good features.

Review: I purchased these to replace lower powered frs units, which I gave away to family members. My main interest was to improve the range while outdoors Standing on a 100 m ridge, in rolling terrain, these 2 watt radios worked with little static to 14 km, ...

Pros: power, face controls

Cons: shape, belt clip, learning all the options

Review: I bought the 3100DX after trying the Motorola 5500 because the Cobra has 2 watt and is supposed to have a 13km reach. The unit has the power advantage;the LCD screen is much better , better lit. The way the controls operate on the face are good but takes ...

Pros: Good Range in built up area City Of Langley also clear and some good features.

Cons: Cobras i tested could take as long as 9 seconds before signal came through.

Review: Overall Very Good Ive tried A variety of 6 mile uniden Type under built up conditions managed no further than 1 mile with these Cobras i managed 3 Miles Im talking city so lots of stuff buildings etc... in the way.I tried 3 diffrent pairs with similar ...