The Midland Marine Band 88-Channel radio is a hand-held option with many features that make the radio easy to use. It features a green backlit screen with black text, voice activation and recognition, and a water-resistant case that allows the radio to be used on the water without fear of a malfunction due to moisture. The radio can be used on 88 radio frequencies worldwide, including 10 weather channels. It also has an emergency channel button that allows users to access emergency services with one keystroke. The radio automatically scans channels to check for activity.
The Cobra Electronics MR HH425LI VP is a hand-held marine radio that can function on a dual band to allow boaters greater accessibility to active channels. It functions on the VHF band for operational use worldwide. It also features an adjustable output to accommodate short- and long-range communications without draining the battery. It automatically monitors one emergency radio frequency as well as two others selected by the user at one time. The radio has voice-activated capabilities and a backlit display that shows users the strength of their signal at all times. It can store up to 10 channels and provides one-button access to emergency channels.
The Cobra 25-Watt VHF Marine Transceiver is a mounted marine radio that features a GPS interface. It has a noise-cancelling microphone and operates on all international channels. It also has one-button access to all 10 NOAA weather channels. It has an illuminated display, and its water-resistant design can withstand submersion for up to 30 minutes in 6 feet of water. It also has an integrated digital voice recorder, which will allow users to play back up to 20 seconds of audio on the radio.