top of page
Please Sign InClose
Email or User Name:
Password:
Forgot your password?
Remember me on this computer
Please register with Shopping.com.
Share your opinions and help others make informed buying decisions.Close
Email Address:
User Name:(4-14 characters.)
Password:(At least 7 characters, different than username.)
Verify password:
Verification code:

By clicking on the button below, you agree to the Shopping.com User Agreement and Privacy Policy.


Sign me up to receive Shopping.com's great deals and promotions.

Thank You  for registering at Shopping.comClose
The confirmation message has been resent to your inbox.
 
Please check your email account below to activate your membership:


No email yet?
Forgot PasswordClose
Your temporary password has been resent to your inbox.
 
A temporary password has been sent to your email. Once you sign in, please visit your member profile page to change your password.

No email yet?

Please enter the email address you used to register your account. If you can't remember your email, please contact customer service at support@shopping.com.
Email Address:
Clicking on "Submit" will reset your password. A temporary password will be sent to the email you enter above.
 
Motorola Talkabout® T5500 (7 Channels) Two Way Radio

Motorola Talkabout® T5500 (7 Channels) Two Way Radio

from $49.95 3 offers
Key Features
  • Channels: 7
  • Maximum Range: 5 Miles
  • Power Output: 1 Watt
  • LCD Display: With LCD Display
  • Battery Indicator: With Battery Indicator
See More Features
 
 
 
 
 
Smart Buy! Lowest price from a Trusted Store
Target
 
Lowest Price!
Amazon Marketplace
 
Third Lowest Price
Newark
 
 

Product Review

Better quality than most personal radios.

by   trooper_cobb ,   Jan 19, 2008

Pros:  Great recieve sensitivity, ability to use standard batteries.

Cons:  Expensive in comparison to radios with same features.

The Bottom Line:  Buy these if you have a GMRS License and need a better quality radio. If not, use inexpensive FRS radios.

Overall Rating: 4/5 stars
 

Author's Review

Motorola is known for commercial quality radios. These are not as durable but better than similar radios in the same class. After setup, they are easy to use.

I'm a Ham (Amateur Radio Operator). Use of an FRS/GMRS radio is not a preferred activity, but needed when communication to non-hams is needed. I had very specific requirements in mind when looking for consumer radios. Foremost was the ability to use standard batteries if needed. The Motorola comes with a stock battery and charger. The provided power will offer about six hours of light use, and two hours of heavy use. If you're just monitoring, it may last longer than eight hours.

As with all integrated radio systems, the T5500 uses a fixed antenna, and power-output is limited to under 2 watts. For the power-source, this is reasonable. Keeping in mind that all handheld simplex radios are LOS (Line of Sight) - Don't expect to get more than a mile on the open road, and about a half mile between pedestrian stations.

What makes a small radio is not transmit power, but recieve sensitivity. You don't want to hear broken squelch and parts of a transmission - you want to hear all of a call, and as clear as possible. Even without PL Tones enabled, the radios do very well at noise reduction and recieve sensitivity. This, in it self, increases the "effective range" of the product.

I would suggest these radios for those who will be using them frequently, and are willing to pay more for added durability. With any GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service), you need an FCC License. These cost fifty dollars, and are good for ten-year periods. The FCC website has an online license system where you can obtain your license with electronic funds. If you're not willing to pay the additional fifty dollars for a license (That can be used by basically anyone in your group) - then stick with FRS-Only radios.
 

Compare stores & prices  |  See All Reviews »

 

Back to top

Stores and Prices

 
2-pack FRS/GMRS 8-mile Recharg

2-pack FRS/GMRS 8-mile Recharg

Fantastic prices with ease & comfort of Amazon.com! ( In stock )
Amazon Marketplace
Featured Store 3.0/5.0 store rating Trusted Store
 
Motorola Frs 2 Pack

Motorola Frs 2 Pack

FREE Shipping when you spend $50 on selected items! ( In stock )
MOTOROLA FRS 2 PACK
Target
2.5/5.0 store rating Trusted Store
 
Smart Buy
at Target
Motorola Two Way T5500-Aa-2Pk

Motorola Two Way T5500-Aa-2Pk

New ( In stock )
Two-Way Radio, Recreational; No. Interference Elimination Codes:38; Color:Rosewood; Number of Channels:22
Newark
Review this store
 
at Newark
 

Compare all 3 store offers

 
 
Sponsored Listings

Talkabout Radios

Low Prices on Talkabout radios Free 2-Day Shipping w/Amazon Prime!
www.Amazon.com/HDTVs-Video-Audio

Motorola Two Way

Electronic Components & More Huge Selection In Stock
www.newark.com

Motorola 2-Way Radios

Sales, Rentals and Repairs Excellent Service-Competitive Price
www.CommunicationsExpress.com

2-Way Radios At Cabela's

Stay in touch while camping with 2-way radios at Cabelas.com.
www.Cabelas.com

Motorola 2-way Radios

Family & Friends Sale at Sears.com! Extra 5% off Electronics Today.
www.Sears.com

Advertisement
 
 
advertisement
 
 

Copyright © 2000-2009 Shopping.com