Is the KG-916+ legal on GMRS without a license?

No. GMRS in the US requires an FCC license, though it covers your whole family and needs no exam. The radio transmits on GMRS channels once licensed.

How is it different from a basic GMRS handheld?

It gives you 400 programmable channels, dual-watch, priority scan and a more sensitive receiver. Basic radios trade that control for a simple channel knob.

Do I need a computer to program it?

You can program channels from the keypad, but most owners use the programming cable and software. That is faster for naming channels and setting tones.

Can it receive outside GMRS?

Its receiver covers 400–480 MHz FM, which includes UHF business and public safety frequencies. Transmit stays on GMRS channels.

Typically the radio, antenna, battery, belt clip and charger. Check the listing for the exact bundle, since some sellers add a programming cable.

Is it good for emergency use?

Yes, if you keep a charged battery and a programmed channel plan. Its wide temperature range and sensitive receiver suit a go-bag.

Where is the Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio cheapest?

At BetterSafeRadio, for $63.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings.

Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio

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Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio

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$63.00at BetterSafeRadioChecked Nov 9

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Last seen at $63.00 at BetterSafeRadio on Nov 9.

Our take on the Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio

The Wouxun KG-916+ is a GMRS handheld built for people who want more control than a sealed consumer radio gives. It has 400 programmable channels, a dual-conversion superheterodyne receiver, dual-watch and priority scan, and a sensitivity rating of 0.16 µV that suits weak-signal listening. The trade-off is complexity: it is programmed by computer or keypad, not by a simple channel knob, so casual family users may find a Midland or Rocky Talkie easier. Owners rate it highly for range and receive quality against basic blister-pack GMRS radios.

Best forGMRS users who want programmable channelsOff-road and overlanding groupsPreppers and emergency comms kitsListeners chasing weak signals

Pros

400 programmable channels with custom naming
Sensitive dual-conversion receiver (0.16 µV)
Strong selectivity and intermod rejection
Dual-watch and priority channel receive
Wide operating range of -30 °C to +60 °C

Cons

Needs software or menu work to program
Interface is dense for casual users
No built-in GPS or location sharing
Heavier and bulkier than simple GMRS handhelds

Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio prices at every store

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Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio price history

Lowest price we've seen: $63.00 on Nov 9 at BetterSafeRadio. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

4.7 / 515 ratings

Owners rate it 4.7 out of 5 and mostly praise receive sensitivity, range and channel flexibility for the money. Complaints center on programming effort and the learning curve for the menu system.

What people mention

Receive sensitivityPraisedOwners say it pulls in weak signals that basic GMRS radios miss.
RangePraisedUsers report solid handheld-to-handheld range in open terrain.
ProgrammingCriticisedBuyers say setting up channels takes software and patience.
Menu systemMixedSome find the menus deep; others learn them after a few sessions.
BuildPraisedOwners describe it as sturdy and comfortable in the hand.

Specifications

Channels: 400, Programmable
Receiver-Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne Analog
Receive-Frequency-Range: 400-480 MHz (FM UHF)
Operating-Modes: Single, Dual-Watch/Priority Channel Receive
Frequency-Stability: ±2.5 PPM
Receive-Sensitivity: 0.16μV (12 db SINAD)
Adjacent-Channel-Selectivity

Questions and answers

Is the KG-916+ legal on GMRS without a license?: No. GMRS in the US requires an FCC license, though it covers your whole family and needs no exam. The radio transmits on GMRS channels once licensed.
How is it different from a basic GMRS handheld?: It gives you 400 programmable channels, dual-watch, priority scan and a more sensitive receiver. Basic radios trade that control for a simple channel knob.
Do I need a computer to program it?: You can program channels from the keypad, but most owners use the programming cable and software. That is faster for naming channels and setting tones.
Can it receive outside GMRS?: Its receiver covers 400–480 MHz FM, which includes UHF business and public safety frequencies. Transmit stays on GMRS channels.
What is in the box?: Typically the radio, antenna, battery, belt clip and charger. Check the listing for the exact bundle, since some sellers add a programming cable.
Is it good for emergency use?: Yes, if you keep a charged battery and a programmed channel plan. Its wide temperature range and sensitive receiver suit a go-bag.
Where is the Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio cheapest?: At BetterSafeRadio, for $63.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Wouxun KG-916+ GMRS Two-Way Radio?: Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 15 ratings.