HX890 Handheld VHF Navy Blue - Floating 6 Watt Class H DSC Two Way Radio

The radio is nicer than I expected. Its loaded with so many features. Its easy to setup. The speaker sound is very clear. I really like the GPS DSC option. There are a few videos online that will help you learn more abut HX890. It feels very well made and good in the hand. One thing it lacks is a way to charge without the cradle. I like the fact it comes with a 12v adapter for the boat but you still need to bring the charging cradle. I'm going to have to order another one and keep it on the boat. Overall I would say its a very nice radio that should last a very longtime.

GREAT radio for boating safety, it will transmit your coordinates when you transmit. BUT You MUST register online with USBoat or others to obtain a "MMSI #" that will identify this radio, YOU and your boat info for YOU when you transmit or use the one touch emergency button and if needed for using in an emergency this radio has all the features that are important, floats, lights up...hope you never need it but if you need it it may be worth its weight in gold. At this price cheap insurance.

Good gear. User's manual provides basics but it doesn't tell you the "why". This size is a great entry model for a serious fisherman. I have the motorguide trolling motor and 3D structure scan added to it. Works as advertised, but I'm not sure the processor is able to keep up since I get some blurry points and sections when I log my sidescan.

I'm pretty happy with this as long as i can see other boats close by. Line of sight is everything with radios. When guest come fishing with me I tend to show them the available safety features I carry, such as first aid kit, flares, fire extinguisher along with this. It gives great confidence to those who aren't confident on the water. I on the other hand have no intention on using the emergency features because I refuse to put myself in a bad position, but stuff happens and I feel better for having it.

Works as it should reliable unit good price

Was looking for a handheld as a backup and also a solution to have in an emergency. The MMSI ability and built in GPS make it the perfect solution to keep with your emergency equipment. Controls are straight forward and the radio overall is easy to use. Haven't tried the waterproof claims yet...

We ride waverunners (jet skis) and its good to be able to look on the compass and know exactly where you friends are. In an emergency they know where you are... dual watch allows you to monitor the distress channel at the same time. Every serious boater should have one of these at the very least.

This radio works well and has quite a few features. The perfect radio (in my opinion) to have in your emergency grab bag at sea. Throw in the AA battery pack and you are good to go.