Retevis C1 Waterproof Long Range Ham Two Way Radios with UV Dual Band

Excellent dual band handheld, the declared output power is almost equal to the real one, 4.8w in VHF, really an excellent entry level. Retevis makes excellent medium-low end products but this one is really well done, solid, robust and seems really resistant, in the photo it is accompanied by two PMR always of the same brand.

The radio arrived today and what I noticed was very well packaged. When I had installed the antenna and battery, I switched on the device and it worked perfectly. The display is very good, readable in both modes. Saving the first two frequencies was a bit difficult, but I looked at the user manual and then everything was clear and easy. My first test attempts were very good. Good sound quality in modulation. I'll be using it for our OV frequency and at our events in OV. Please, this is certainly not a toy and a ham radio license is required to broadcast. It's not just for hiking or anything like that. Overall, a great device with many functions, I can recommend and gladly give it 5 stars

The C1 makes a high-quality impression and the workmanship is top notch. Programming is simple and intuitive, and the menu navigation is clear. The advantage is that it can be charged directly on the battery in USB C. Therefore, it can also be charged in the car, power bank, etc. Scanning processes are fast. The built-in loudspeaker is significantly better than the RA89 and AT 878. Speech is reproduced loud and clear for the price. The volume can be fine-tuned and the channel selector is great. Finally stop “playing” with small arrow keys. The 2nd PTT for Main B takes some getting used to, once you get used to it, you don't want to miss it anymore. The buttons on the top and side are easy to program and make operation much easier. 1750kHz works and most settings can be accessed quickly via the keyboard. DTMF, CTCSS, DCS, everything can be switched on and off. Shift is easy to set up. The battery indicator in volts is easy to read and therefore consumption can be easily estimated. Only the battery could be a bit bigger, 2300 would be great. Nevertheless, the battery lasts very well in 1:4 economy mode, with 2 days standby. The C1 is easy to handle and with H-power and a good location, you can reach Relais within a radius of about 45 km as the crow flies. I will definitely buy another device.

I originally had a very bad rating because the keys were not assigned to the corresponding labels, but after initial PC programming, the buttons now also had the printed function and you can really do something with this great radio. ALL frequencies can also be programmed! (A well-known video platform will definitely help here) It should be noted that broadcasting is only allowed with an amateur license. Listening in and broadcasting in an emergency situation (e.g. zombie apocalypse) is of course possible!

A great device, feels good in the hand, very sensitive receiver. The battery lasts a really long time, I also really like the color display. Sound is good, modulation ok... could be a bit louder. I am consistently satisfied, waterproofness as stated, in any case, it easily withstands heavy rain.

Awesome deal. Radios are built to last, water proof and all. Great quality buyers will not be disappointed.

The walkie talkies were purchased as a way for communication with my staff, while in different areas of our business. These walkie talkies work great and distance of hearing is amazingly clear

I primarily use them to communicate with my ski guides while out on the mountains and often in freezing temps, howling wind, and blizzard conditions. They have always worked and the range despite being in mountaneous terrain is great. While skiing in Argentina I could be at the top of the mountain and still communicate to base camp a couple of miles away.

Excellent quality and range. We are currently using it in a 250k sq ft warehouse with no issues.

Works well

Quick shipping

Works as expected.

NO ISSUES,EASY TO USE ,DURABLE

We live on a mountain with no cell service. When my kiddos ride bikes in the neighborhood or go into the woods they carry these so we can communicate. Works well even with all the hills and valleys. They are sturdy and durable. I wish they came with a neck strap though.

Easy to use.

Arrived in great condition works great battery life is really great. High quality audio with great transmission range and build quality. We used these to coordinate felling a tree in my backyard and had no issues with interference or transmission between myself on the ground and my friend in the lift cutting branches.

I have about 10-15 of these for my bodyshop and they work really well!

They work good up to quarter of a mile. Clear sound. Fast delivery, I recommend it!

They worked very well and it's the present my father played with most. He feels very official with these walkie talkies. They work well in the house and when he is outside.

Great radios for our warehouse use and clear talk even though our maximum range is inside a attic to outside about 250ft walls and barriers but great radios...