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RELATED: Best Walkie Talkies of 2022 Our VerdictWe expect the larger radios to have better performance to justify their larger size. The Midland GXT1000VP4 met this expectation with some of the range tests but did not outperform smaller radios in other categories. It doesn't strike us as all that durable and only lasted a disappointing nine hours in the battery test. We like that it has a volume/power knob, and enough buttons to make menu navigation a bit easier, but it has a lot of settings to choose from that could lead to confusion. The Midland GXT didn't jump out as the perfect radio for any one situation, but until you pay the big bucks, there aren't many models that have the range than this one offers. Compare to Similar Products(change comparison)
 This Product BaoFeng BF-F8HP Midland X-Talker T10 Motorola Talkabout T100 Radioddity FS-T2 AwardsCompare at 2 sellers$70 List $69.89 at Amazon$30 List $30.00 at REI$35 List $32.00 at Amazon$35 List $25.99 at AmazonOverall Score 47 54 53 49 47 Star Rating
6.0 10.0 3.0 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use (25%)5.0 1 5.0 4.0 5.0 Weather Resistance and Durability (15%)5.0 5.0 6.0 4.0 4.0 Battery Life (15%)2.0 5.0 7.0 6.0 3.0 Weight and Size (15%)4.0 4.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 SpecsMidland GXT1000VP4...BaoFeng BF-F8HPMidland X-Talker T10Motorola Talkabout...Radioddity FS-T2Measured Weight (Single Radio, with Batteries)7.4 oz7.8 oz3.9 oz4.0 oz4.1 ozBattery Capacity700 mAh2,000 mAh1,000 mAh1,000 mAh1500 mAhBattery TypeNiMH, Alkaline AALithium IonAAAAAALi-ionRechargeable?Yes, also can use normal AA batteriesYesNoNoYesCharge Via USB?NoNon/an/aYesBattery Life Test Results (hr:min)9:0017:4021:2019:3010:45Frequency Range462.55 to 467.71 MHz65-108MHz (FM Receive only) 136-174MHz and 400-520MHz (TX/RX)462.55 to 467.71 MHz462.55 to 467.71 MHz462.5625 to 467.7125 MHzDimensions (in) Body Only2.4 x 1.2 x 4.9"2 x 1.2 x 3.7"2 x 1 x 3.5"2 x 1 x 3.5"2 x 1 x 5.9"Channels50100+222222Privacy Codes?Yes, 104 availableYesYes, 38 availableNo157 availableKeypad Lock?YesYesYesYesYesNOAA Weather Alerts?YesNoYesNoYesVOX?YesYesYesNoYesScan Function?YesYesYesYesYesClips to Pack?YesNo (mounts sold separately)YesYesYesShow full specification detailsHide full specification details Our Analysis and Test ResultsThe Midland GXT's range is its strong suit, while its short battery life left us wishing for more. Its large screen and more user-friendly control layout were necessary to efficiently navigate the larger number of functions this radio offers. The added capability of this radio struggles to compensate for its larger size (7.4 ounces and 8 inches tall) and price tag. Performance ComparisonWe like the volume knob on top of the GXT for quick adjustment. Credit: Caroline Miller Range and ClarityThe GXT reached the middle of the pack with a range of 2.8 miles in our unobstructed straight line range test. This was a small increase over cheaper and smaller options. It performed relatively even better in the hill test and the poor weather test, but it still was not quite in the top echelon of radios with good range. The GXT has good range for long miles on a winter hike. Credit: Caroline Miller Ease of UseThis radio ended up being quite average in its ease of use. We really like that it has a volume/power knob for easy and quick adjustments. It also has five larger buttons on the front to navigate the menu. We like the menu navigation more than on some other more basic radios, but we found that the additional options in the menu in comparison to simpler radios made for a similar amount of confusion. As with most others, all of the functions are not immediately easy to adjust, but a few minutes with the directions sorted us out. We found the buttons just big enough to operate with gloved hands, and the volume knob makes gloved life much easier. The belt clip has a nice spring, but still not secure enough for such a large radio in rough terrain. The display has a nice backlight that lights up when you press buttons, making night operation a bit easier. When changing the batteries, we found the rubber seal around the battery door to easily jump out and potentially get lost. The key lock worked most of the time, but did once become unlocked and start changing settings in our pack. Weather Resistance and DurabilityMidland says that this radio is resistant to splashing water from any direction. While we found that splashing water does not seem to get inside of the radio, it did often muffle the microphone to the point that it was hard to hear what the person with the wet radio was saying. We also found that in dirty conditions, any metallics in the dirt would stick to the speaker magnet and leave unsightly dirt in the small slots of the speaker cover. The Midland GXT has pretty good range but feels bulky and...kinda cheap. Credit: Caroline Miller This radio has a tendency to show wear faster than others we tested. The plastic casing seemed softer and less durable than others, and it has more scratches as a result. It comes with a one year warranty, but that does not include damage due to water. Battery LifeThe rechargeable battery pack (that can also be replaced with 5 AA batteries) lasted only 9 hours in our battery test, which was less than half the life of many other options. It also had a misleading battery indicator that jumped from full to totally drained in a matter of minutes. We did like that the radio has the versatility to be charged or just to put batteries in, but that is its best attribute in this category. The Midland GXT100 swung around a bit when clipped to a waist belt. It also had a tendency to poke us with its long antenna. Most of our testers found it a bit too large to clip to a shoulder strap, where it interfered with our face. Credit: Gray Grandy Weight and SizeAt 7.4 ounces with battery pack, this radio is one the heavier end of the spectrum. It is about 8 inches tall including the antenna, which also makes it one of the largest. It felt bulky in a jacket pocket, so we preferred to use the supplied belt clip or keep it in our backpack when it was not in use much. The GXT100 has a nice big display that lights up when you use it. Credit: Gray Grandy ValueThis radio has a middle of the road price and a lower than average overall score. If having good battery life and small size are not a top priority for you, you can get good range and more functions for a decent price with this radio. ConclusionThis is a pretty mid-pack radio on a lot of fronts. It boasts pretty good range and plenty of features, but it is a bit more spendy and larger than some pretty comparable ones. We liked that it is water resistant, but we were disappointed to have the sound muffled so much by the water. The GXT was a fair companion that stayed clipped to our waist. Credit: Caroline Miller — Gray Grandy Where's the Best Price? SellerPriceAmazon$69.99 - 22% off!REI$90.00 You help support OutdoorGearLab's product testing and reviews by purchasing from our retail partners. Where to Buy? SellerPriceAmazon$69.99 - 22% off!REI$90.00 You help support OutdoorGearLab's product testing and reviews by purchasing from our retail partners. Table of Contents
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