Garmin Rino 700 rugged 2-way radio with GPS navigator
Rino 700 combines a 5 W GMRS radio with GPS/GLONASS navigation and a 2.2 inch display. Key benefit: real-time position reporting on same channel. Customer note highlights radio quality and battery life concerns
Highlights
- GPS/GLONASS with rugged durability
- text and voice messaging between units
- worldwide base map for navigation
Pros
- 2-way radio with extended range
- GPS/GLONASS satellite reception
- position reporting on same channel
- rechargeable internal battery
- thumbstick control for one-handed use
Cons
- battery life concerns in user feedback
- map accuracy cited as lacking by customers
- mixed value-for-money perceptions
Best For
Features
- Five-watt GMRS two-way radio with up to 20 miles and text messaging
- Voice control with unit-to-unit messaging and Bluetooth support
- High-sensitivity GPS with GLONASS for challenging environments
- Position reporting shows other Rino users on the same channel
- Worldwide base map supports basic navigation and location display
