Is VHF better than CB?
Line of site without a repeater, your VHF radio will work great and far better than a CB in most cases, however, YOU WILL ONLY BE ABLE TO TALK TO THE PEOPLE ON THAT FREQUENCY. This means everyone else will have to have the same radio capabilities as you do.
What is the most powerful handheld VHF radio?
Best overall handheld marine radio Standard Horizon’s HX890 is a feature-rich, top spec handheld VHF, with impressive functionality. It features a large screen, which is easy to read but also points to the array of functions available.
Are marine radios UHF or VHF?
The two main frequencies used for marine radios are VHF and 27Mhz. Both have their own advantages over the other depending on where you’re located and the size of your vessel. VHF is the preferred radio for short range marine communications.
Is marine VHF same as CB?
Marine and CB radios are not the same and are used for two similar yet different purposes. CB radios are often used during large emergencies, such as natural disasters, and for traffic concerns. Marine radios (VHF) are used for boating purposes and are typically required on all boats before leaving land.
Can you use VHF radio on land?
Marine VHF radios, whether fixed or handheld, may not be used on land, period. It’s the law. Once a VHF radio goes ashore, it cannot be used for marine band transmission (without a Coast Station License).
Are Uniden VHF radios any good?
4.0 out of 5 stars Great, but not real strong. For the price these are unbeatable. I have several handhelds from uniden, and cobra. These radios do not transmit and receive as well as the more expensive radios, but they are still good.
Can a CB radio talk to a VHF radio?
CB or its close relatives fall into the HF frequency range (covering somewhere around 26 to 28 MHz, depending on country), so anything that accurately calls itself a VHF radio will not transmit (and most likely will not receive) CB.
How far will a handheld VHF transmit?
For normal handheld use (at five-watt transmit power), figure on a three-to-eight mile range from a small boat, compared to 15 to 20 miles with a fixed-mount radio (at 25 watt transmit power.)
Do I need a license for handheld VHF?
You must have a separate Ship Portable Radio Licence for each hand held VHF DSC radio. This is because each individual radio is given a separate identity.