Two Way Radios : Communication When You Need It the Most

Why a two way radio is better than a cell phone

• Service throughout emergencies - Cell service towers and landlines may stop working in an emergency or power failure. Radios will continue to work in these situations as they do not rely on the power grid or cell phone network to function. Workers can also all be contacted at once, instead of calling individual telephone numbers.
• Lightweight resilience - Two way radios are designed to be light weight and durable. Phones often have fragile glass screens, and openings that can cause them to be easily damaged, and non replaceable batteries. Radios are typically built to military and IP specifications so they are less likely to break down in harsh environments, and batteries are removable so they can easily be switched out with another when depleted.
• Expense - Two-way radios cost less than cell phones. Radio to radio systems require no monthly service charges, contracts, or calling minutes. Several workers can share one radio, cutting the expense of having a phone for every worker.
• Voice Clarity and Durability - Unlike cellphones, two-way radios are designed for clear interaction in variable conditions. They often include functions that lower wind and background noise, and are resilient to vibrations, severe temperatures, and wet conditions.
• Immediate Group Communication - Two Way radios feature PTT or Push To Talk interaction for instant communication to an unlimited number of other radio users. No dialing of phone numbers, opening lock screens or looking up contacts are required.