Retevis RT24 Walkie Talkie vs Motorola Solutions: Which Should You Buy?
The cheaper Retevis or the Motorola at nearly three times the price: how much range do your radios really need?
Retevis Retevis RT24 Walkie Talkie PMR446 License-free Professional Two
Motorola Solutions Motorola Solutions Motorola B8P00810YDEMAG T82 Extreme Twin Pack UK
Side by side
| Retevis RT24 Walkie Talkie PMR446 License-free | Motorola Solutions Motorola B8P00810YDEMAG T82 Extreme Twin | |
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| Price | See on Amazon → | See on Amazon → |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.6 | ★★★★☆ 4.4 |
| Review count | 4,823 | 5,151 |
| Brand | Retevis | Motorola Solutions |
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Our verdict
Interestingly, the cheaper radio is the better reviewed one. Retevis' RT24 is the budget pick and scores 4.6 from 7,300 buyers, with 16 licence-free PMR446 channels, an 1100mAh battery lasting 8 to 12 hours and convenient USB charging. Motorola's T82 Extreme twin pack costs nearly three times as much, rated 4.4 by 5,100 reviewers, and justifies the premium with a claimed 10km range plus a full kit of earpieces, lanyards and a carry case. For kids, campsites and warehouses, the Retevis does the job at a third of the price. Serious hikers covering open terrain are the ones who should pay for the Motorola.
Which one is for you?
- Buy the Retevis RT24 if you need simple, reliable short-range radios for family trips or site work without the outlay. Read our full look at the Retevis RT24 Walkie Talkie PMR446 License-free →
- Buy the Motorola T82 Extreme if you roam far in open country and want the full accessory kit included. Read our full look at the Motorola Solutions Motorola B8P00810YDEMAG T82 Extreme Twin →
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