Sometimes you might find that using a mobile phone to communicate is just not possible. This could be for a few reasons such as difficult terrain, lack of service, or severe weather conditions. If you work in a profession that requires constant communication, two way radios may be the best option for you. These radios are dependent, sturdy, and can be used widely whether that’s at work or play. Here are 5 ways that using two way radios could benefit you.
- Clear communication
Two way radios allow for clear communication no matter where you are. They are made to reduce interfering sound on either end, cancelling out noise that could make it difficult to hear such as wind and extreme conditions. They only transmit your voice, rather than any noise in the background. They are a great way to communicate in particularly difficult terrains, for example, if they were being used when hiking in the mountains or hills or skiing.
- Easy to use
One of the many benefits of two way radios is that they are easy to use. They often feature touch-button talk communication which means you have a clear way of communicating literally at your fingertips. They are small and portable, as well as sturdy meaning that they can easily fit into a pocket or backpack when travelling, climbing, or walking. Because of this, they are handy to use in a working environment, to put in a pocket so that you can communicate with others with ease if necessary.
- Service during emergencies
Two way radios utilise radio waves for communication, meaning that you don’t have to rely on service being available like you do with a mobile phone. This could really be a saviour in an emergency. If you get into difficulty in a remote area or find yourself in difficulty when taking part in an outdoor activity, you can be assured that you will have a way of contacting someone for help regardless of phone service availability.
- Cost effective
These radios tend to cost a lot less than your average mobile phone. Supplying your employees with a two way radio to communicate rather than a phone will save your business money in the long run. Workers that stick together can also share a radio to cut the costs even further. There are no monthly fees, no charges and often, two way radios are more reliable than mobile phones. Because they are durable, they can stand a lot of wear and tear, meaning that you wouldn’t have to replace them as often as you would a mobile phone.
- Durable
As mentioned above, two way radios are made of tough stuff. They are made for hard use, to be long lasting but also lightweight. They are unlikely to crack or break when dropped, some are even built to military specifications! They are designed to survive work on a building site, bad weather and severe conditions and are still able to ensure a clear and reliable way to communicate with others or when needed in an emergency.