Handheld VHF - Which One?

[Liz_I]

Any help would be appreciated. A while ago I accessed information for different products but for the life of me can't remember where I started looking!
Anyone satisfied/dissatisfied. We just want a bog standard, robust, simple handheld VHF. Transmit power and battery life are obviously important.
Thanks guys & gals.

 

[Marmalade]

Standard Horizon for me

 

[Seven Spades]

This question comes up on a monthly basis. Most people are agreed on Standard Horizon. Try the search you will find tons of info.

 

[markstirling]

Very pleased with my Cobra. Its waterproof, I can change the rechargeable batteries with ordinary ones in an emergency, and it was cheap!

 

[Nick_Pam]

The Entel HT is a great option

Nick

 

[BrendanS]

I'll put forward any Icom as a very acceptable handheld in any format, from basic to high end, with superb customer service.

 

[Csail]

Icom are the best.

 

[SteveGorst]

This one often comes up and everyone seems to recommend what they happen to own (Entel HT) which implies they all do the job. I wonder if we should ask if there are any brands to avoid, or would that have legal implications...

 

[3reefs]

I have a Silva which does everything....

BUT.........

if I buy a replacement, it will have a battery indicator on it. The Silva's battery life is good, but it dies without warning.