u/GroundsKeeper2

Which should I buy?

Not really sure which mobile/base station to get.

I already have 2 handhelds (Retevis Ailunce HA1G).

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btech gmrs-20v2 ($109.89)

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Radioddity db20-g (109.99)

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Radioddity db25-g ($94)

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retivis ra86 gmrs mobile ($99.99)

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retivis ra86 20w compact gmrs ($99.99)

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wouxun kg-xs20g plus ($139.99)

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wouxun kg-xs30g gmrs (119.99)

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btech gmrs-50v2 ($209-$220)

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radioddity db40-g ($179.99)

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retivis ra25 gmrs ($123.99)

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PURPOSE:

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* Emergency prep and backup communication.

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Nearest repeater is 17 miles away (myGMRS.com says it has a 25-mile range). I can kinda hear others on the repeater using my HA1G, but it's pretty much static.

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I'll mostly keep it at home as a base station. I may or may not take it in a backpack to a mountaintop to test the range.

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You are welcome to make other recommendations (under $190 please).

I heard 20 is the unofficial "emergency channel," but I also heard it described as the unofficial meet-up channel?

I heard 16 is also good?

Midland GXT1000VP4 GMRS Two-Way Radio (50 Channel, Long Range, 142 Privacy Codes, SOS, NOAA, Rechargeable Nickel Battery, Black/Silver 2-Pack)

Just wondering if I need a GMRS license to use these or if they're regular, unlicensed Walkie Talkies?

What's your general review of these?