Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
Standard Horizon HX870 Floating 6W Handheld VHF with Internal GPS
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.0
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
156
Old Reviews
91
Unverified
5
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GPS
Review Analysis - 60 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Ease of Use
16radio, intuitive, straightforward, easy, user
+100%
" ... Very easy to use and setup without having to use the manual. ... "
" ... The user manual was easy to understand and provided information for getting my Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) and how to enter it into the radio. ... "
" ... nice features, easy to use, and so on. ... "
" ... I found the menu system to be straightforward and easy to use, even though the instructions are a little confusing (at least for me). ... MMSI was a must and getting it set-up was quick and easy. ... "
" ... very intuitive to operate. ... "
" ... Fairly easy to program manually and straightforward programming and it was designed to have major functions easily accessable. ... The Man-Machine-interface is fairly easy to master and programming the radio is straightforward if not a little tedious. ... "
" ... Well made, easy to use, good features. ... "
" ... In the simple case it is quite easy to use, even for someone not knowledgeable with this handheld. ... "This feature allows the user to contact a group of specific vessels (e.g. ... - Easy to complex features depending on your needs ... "
Water Resistance
11fishing, waterproof, ocean, gps, floats
+82%
-18%
" ... But love the Navi and GPS options for ocean fishing. ... "
" ... A must have for the water. ... "
" ... I selected this handheld radio because I needed something waterproof, it had to float, and I wanted the DSC capability. ... Definitely got splashed and rain soaked during my trip and no issues were encountered. ... "
" ... The HX870 is noticeably larger and also noticeable lighter, which helps ensure it will float. ... "
" ... Want to remember a good fishing spot or special beach? ... "
" ... A little bulky for some but has all the great features that you would want out on the water. ... "
" ... Hope I don't need the floating feature but glad it floats. ... "
" ... This is a 'must have' radio for boaters, sailors and anyone on the ocean. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
GPS: Yes
Recommendations
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