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From use in the backcountry to rafting excursions, these are the best walkie talkies for staying in touch.

Two Rocky Talkie Mountain Radios

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Im an outdoor adventurer who always makes sure to pack a set of walkie talkies for my trips.

They are splash-proof, but not waterproof.

While they cant be submerged in water, they are IP56 rated to be water-resistant and snowproof.

Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio

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The battery life depends on where youre using it.

Voice transmission was clear, with no static or interference on a long hike.

It takes AAA batteries instead of using a rechargeable battery.

A person placing a Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio on the strap of their bag

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We found the Midland T10 X-talker Two-way Radios to offer the best value of the models we tested.

They were easy to use, and, after inserting the batteries, they paired smoothly.

They didnt show any wear and tear after multiple uses.

A person wearing a Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio clipped to a backpack

The clarity isnt as impressive as other models.

We found the volume and clarity of transmission to be impressive, too.

Their range is shorter than other models.

A person using the Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio while outdoors

The buttons are easy to locate and use, which is great for kids.

They were very lightweight to carry around and small enough to fit in ourcoat pocket.

The display is small and harder to read than other models.

A close-up of a hand holding a Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio

We appreciated that its heavy-duty for backcountry use but still lightweight and portable with a comfortable grip.

This model is weatherproof as we used it in various instances of inclement weather.

They were also not as portable as other models.

Two Rocky Talkie Mountain Radios positioned outside on a log

This helps with durability and ultimately functionality on your grand adventures.

Rechargeable batteries are best, some of which can last up to a few days on a full charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Basically, a walkie talkie is a handheld version of a two-way radio.

Two Rocky Talkie Mountain Radios positioned outside on the ground

Two-way radios can also broadcast and receive radio signals versus a regular radio that can only do the latter.

No, thats why theyre an excellent option for adventuring off-grid.

They use radio signals to communicate between each unit and generally reach further than cell signals.

A Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio posed on top of its box

She has personally used multiple models on this list in all types of terrain on camping and hiking trips.

A person placing a Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio on the strap of their bag

A person wearing a Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio clipped to a backpack

A person using the Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio while outdoors

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Two Rocky Talkie Mountain Radios positioned outside on a log

Two Rocky Talkie Mountain Radios positioned outside on the ground

A Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio posed on top of its box

Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio

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A person using the Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio on a beach

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The Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio in its box

A hand holding a strap containing the Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio

The Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio attached to a backpack strap on a person’s shoulder

Two Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radios on a rock

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The Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio connected to a cord

A hand holding a Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio

A person looking at the Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio in their hand

A person using the Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio on a beach

The Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio in its box

A hand holding a strap containing the Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio

The Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio attached to a backpack strap on a person’s shoulder

Two Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radios on a rock

A hand holding one of two Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio

A hand showing the back of a Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio

The Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio connected to a cord

A hand holding a Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio

A person looking at the Oxbow Gear Renegade 2.0 Two-Way Radio in their hand

X-Talker T10 Wallkie Talkie

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A person using a Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

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A person standing on the side of a path near snow while using the Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

The Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie with batteries next to the battery case and clip

A hand holding a Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

A hand holding one of two Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkies

A hand showing the back of a Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

A hand holding one of two Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkies

A person wearing a helmet while using the Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

A person using a Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

A person standing on the side of a path near snow while using the Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

The Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie with batteries next to the battery case and clip

A hand holding a Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

A hand holding one of two Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkies

A hand showing the back of a Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

A hand holding one of two Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkies

A person wearing a helmet while using the Midland X-talker T10 Wallkie-talkie

Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy Duty Walkie Talkies

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A person using the Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie while standing in a field

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The Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkies posed by a pool

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A hand holding a Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie over grass

A Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie posed by a fence

Two Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkies in the trunk of a car

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A person standing in a field while using a Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie

A close-up of a person speaking into a Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie

A person using the Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie while standing in a field

The Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkies posed by a pool

A close-up of a hand holding a Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie

A hand holding a Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie over grass

A Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie posed by a fence

Two Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkies in the trunk of a car

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A person standing in a field while using a Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie

A close-up of a person speaking into a Dewalt DXFRS800 2 Watt Heavy-duty Walkie-talkie

Amazon Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie

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A person using the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie while wearing a helmet

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The Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkies standing on a wooden surface

Three Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkies on a map

The Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie on a table

An overhead view of the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie on a wooden surface

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A Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie on a map

A person using the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie in a store

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A person using the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie while wearing a helmet

The Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkies standing on a wooden surface

Three Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkies on a map

The Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie on a table

An overhead view of the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie on a wooden surface

A close-up of the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie

A hand showing the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie sideways

A Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie on a map

A person using the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie in a store

A close-up of a person using the Baofeng GT-18 Walkie-Talkie

Access BC Link Mini

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A person using the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini outdoors in snow

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A person using the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini as it is attached to their bag strap

The Backcountry Access BC Link Mini on a person’s pants

A hand holding the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini

A hand holding the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini

A close-up of a hand showing a switch on the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini

A hand showing the bottom of the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini

Accessories for the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini on a wooden surface

The Backcountry Access BC Link Mini attached to a strap worn bya person’s head

A person using the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini outdoors in snow

A person using the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini as it is attached to their bag strap

The Backcountry Access BC Link Mini on a person’s pants

A hand holding the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini

A hand holding the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini

A close-up of a hand showing a switch on the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini

A hand showing the bottom of the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini

Accessories for the Backcountry Access BC Link Mini on a wooden surface

The Backcountry Access BC Link Mini attached to a strap worn bya person’s head

The Cobra ACXT1035R FLT attached to a bag strap on a person’s shoulder

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a person posing while wearing the Motorola T600 Talkabout Radio on their hip

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