Do I need a license to use the GXT1000?

Yes. It transmits on GMRS frequencies, which require an FCC license in the US. The license covers your household for ten years.

Does it really reach 36 miles?

That figure assumes open ground with no obstructions. In woods, hills or buildings, expect a mile or two, similar to other handheld GMRS radios.

It carries a JIS4 rating, which means protection against light rain and splashing water. It is not meant to be submerged.

What comes in the box?

Two radios, two belt clips, two rechargeable battery packs, a desktop charger and an AC adapter.

Can it pick up weather reports?

Yes. It has NOAA weather channels with alert and scan, so it warns you of severe weather in your area.

How does it compare with FRS radios?

GMRS allows more transmit power and removable antennas, so it generally reaches farther than FRS-only models. Both share channels, so they can talk to each other.

Where is the MIDLAND GXT1000 GMRS Walkie Talkie 2-Pack cheapest?

At AllSports East, for $75.99, 16% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the MIDLAND GXT1000 GMRS Walkie Talkie 2-Pack?

Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 501 ratings.

Where can I buy the MIDLAND GXT1000 GMRS Walkie Talkie 2-Pack?

15 stores we checked sell it, including The General Store Spokane, AllSports East, Walmart, AutoZone, TrailRecon.

MIDLAND GXT1000 GMRS Walkie Talkie 2-Pack

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$75.99at AllSports EastChecked 50 min ago

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What reviewers say

4.3 / 5501 ratings

Owners rate the GXT1000 highly for clear sound, solid build and useful weather features. Many say real-world range falls well short of the advertised figure, and some find the controls awkward at first.

What people mention

RangeMixedOwners say it reaches farther than FRS radios but nowhere near the advertised 36 miles in typical terrain.
Sound qualityPraisedUsers report clear, crisp audio on open channels.
Weather alertPraisedThe NOAA alert and scan are called genuinely useful in storm-prone areas.
BuildPraisedOwners describe the radios as rugged and holding up to outdoor use and light rain.
Ease of useCriticisedSome find the menu system and privacy code setup slow to learn.
SizeMixedA few call the radios bulky and heavy compared with smaller handhelds.

About the MIDLAND GXT1000 GMRS Walkie Talkie 2-Pack

The Midland GXT1000 is a GMRS two-way radio sold as a 2-pack. It has 50 channels: 22 main channels plus 28 extra channels, with easy button access. It also has 142 privacy codes, which give up to 3,124 channel options to help block other conversations.

The radio is JIS4 waterproof, which protects against light rain or splashing water from any direction. Its range is up to 36 miles in open areas with little or no obstruction.

An SOS siren sends distress or locator signals in an emergency. The NOAA weather alert radio with weather scan locks onto your local weather channel and alerts you to severe weather. Ten call alerts use different tones to tell you which call is coming in from your group.

Pack size

2 radios

Channels

50 (22 channels plus 28 extra channels)

Privacy codes

142, for up to 3,124 channel options

Range

Up to 36 miles in open areas with little or no obstruction

Water resistance

JIS4 waterproof

Weather

NOAA weather alert radio with weather scan