Feels nice in the hand, volume and squelch only sdjusted when intended, not by accident like knobs on top, Great to charge from any USB outlet into a Lithium pack. Screen easy to ready, Tx/Rx clear both ways and aerial very soft so doesn't get hung up on anything.. East Tx switch, buttons good for big fingers. Standard Horizon quality just works right...Scanning works well but download a new copy of manual as there are faults in printed version like how to delete a favourite chanel (one misnamed button drove me mad till looked i n downloaded manual and was fixed)
Pity they didn't make a loop attachment if you don't use belt clip. You need to slide in belt clip to have any attachment point for a loop.
The radio uses a USB charger, which is great, unfortunately, it is not a micro-USB so your cellphone connector won't be compatible. At least you can just carry the cable if the radio needs charging.
The unit, per the manufacturer, not my own tests (yet), say it floats, and when the radio is submerged in water, a flashing beacon illuminates.
From my own tests and use, the reception is great. Both weather and emergency bands. The radio will stay charged for an entire day on the water and still have power left for another half day. Provided you have it turned on, while out on the water.
Charging is quick. I have seen it charge completely in less than 2 hours from one bar left of battery. When it is done charging, whether turned on or off, it displays "FL" (meaning FULL).
I needed a handheld radio, thought the floating feature with the blinking light, while in water was handy.
Since this radio does everything I needed, and was reasonably priced in the very low hundred dollar range, I found it a good fit.
Hopefully this review has helped you. Good luck. :-)
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