The SX700R radios offer good performance and a few extra features at a reasonable price. Along with the ability to communicate on both GMRS and FRS bands, this pair of 2-watt radios also provides NOAA weather updates and hands-free operation. Meanwhile, clarity and security are improved through the 121 privacy codes, Priority Scan and the Quiet Talk filter.

Yet, in the end, as with all 2-way radios, the product delivers far less performance than advertised. Across open land, one can expect almost 3 miles of range (short of the advertised 12). Yet this is still an improvement over the more common .5- and 1-watt models. The batteries, meanwhile, hold up pretty well, offering about 7 hours of use before recharging or the substitution of regular AAA batteries is required. Other features include: vibrating alert, VOX mode, and 10 distinct call tones. Overall, this is an inexpensive pair of radios that deliver some useful features over a comparatively reasonable range.

Pros: decent range, AAA batteries can be substituted
Cons: somewhat bulky

Value: 4
Performance: 4
Ease of Use: 4
Features: 4
Overall: 4

Warranty
1 year