Standard Horizon HX210 6W Compact Floating Marine Handheld VHF Review

I have been in the market for a reliable and powerful VHF marine communication device for some time, and after searching through many different brands and models, I decided to go with the STANDARD HORIZON HX210 6W Compact Floating Marine Handheld VHF. After using it for some time now, I can confidently say that this was an excellent choice.

The STANDARD HORIZON HX210 6W Compact Floating Marine Handheld VHF is an extremely capable device that is packed with lots of features and functions. The device has a compact case design which makes it very comfortable to hold and use, and its oversized full dot matrix display makes it easy to read even in direct sunlight. It also includes a water activated emergency strobe light which is great for emergency situations.

This device has 16 channels which cover all USA, international and Canadian channels, so you can be sure that you will always be able to stay connected with other vessels in your area. It also has three selectable transmission power levels 6W / 2.5W / 1W , so you can choose the right power level for your needs. Additionally, the device is waterproof rated IPX7 which means that it can withstand being submerged under 3.3 feet of water for up to 30 minutes without any damage or loss of performance.

The battery life on this device is really impressive as well it comes with a high capacity 1850 mAh Li Ion battery that will last up to 12 hours on a single charge. It also comes with a 3 hour desktop rapid charger as well as 12VDC and 110VAC charging cables, so you can always keep it fully charged when you re out on the water.

Overall, I think that the STANDARD HORIZON HX210 6W Compact Floating Marine Handheld VHF is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a reliable and powerful marine communication device. It has all the features and functions one would expect from such a device, plus plenty of extras like the water activated emergency strobe light, long battery life and waterproof rating which make it even more useful in an emergency situation. The device is also very easy to use thanks to its intuitive menu system, so even people who are not familiar with marine communication devices should have no trouble getting up to speed quickly. All in all, I highly recommend this product to anyone in need of a reliable handheld VHF marine communication device.