Overall these are nice radios. Why Midland omitted the ability to charge these while in the field from a DC power source is baffling or shortsighted. These radios are not good for multi-day tips or even a long day as you have to have an AC power source to charge them or carry several extra batteries.

These walkies are great for the cemetery business, we use them to communicate with staff in the office. and on the grounds.

Bought this from an outdoor store in california, not online. The Batteries die frequently and suddenly. The battery bar shows full then they just die. I have only used on the low power mode and just for use in cars so we can talk when out of cell service, etc.

Also its very lame that the usb and car charging accessories don't work for this model.

I bought these to use for communications while off roading. They were easy to use and their performance was as expected for a handy talkie used inside a vehicle. Range was what I anticipated. No complaints. Time to buy a couple more.