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| | Features | Waterproof, VHF marine radio is perfect for recreational boaters or as a portable backup on larger vesselsSelectable 1/3 watt output power, access to all U.S., Canadian, and International Channels, as well as 10 NOAA/Weather channelsWeather alert sounds an audible tone and visual alarm if threatening weather is nearbyDC accessory adapter plug and rechargeable NiMH Batteries included; can also be used with five standard AAA alkaline batteriesOne-year manufacturer's warranty
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| | Description | The Cobra MR HH125 is a compact, waterproof, Marine Handheld VHF Radio with 1 or 3 watt power options for short and long communications. The unit works for all U.S., Canadian, and International channels, allowing operation on any of the three different channel maps established for these areas. It also has instant national access to all the NOAA weather Channels which provide information on hazards and weather 24 hours a day. This feature is further bolstered by the Weather Alert function which alerts with an audible tone and visual alarm if threatening weather is nearby. Other features of this unit include: instant channel 16, a large illuminated LCD display and keys, scan option, signal strength meter, key lock, a speaker/ microphone jack, and a battery charge jack. Accessories included are a wrist strap, DC adapter plug, and rechargeable NiMH batteries. | |
| | Product Details | | Product Length: | 2.04 inches | | Product Width: | 3.81 inches | | Product Height: | 1.14 inches | | Product Weight: | 0.5 pounds | | Package Length: | 11.0 inches | | Package Width: | 8.8 inches | | Package Height: | 4.0 inches | | Package Weight: | 1.05 pounds | | Average Customer Rating: |  based on 23 reviews |
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| | Customer Reviews | Average Customer Review: ( 23 customer reviews )
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18 of 19 found the following review helpful:
Great for kayak fishing (if you are careful with it) Jul 03, 2008
By B. Christensen
"Frequent traveler, business owner, and self-professed gadget junkie"
This is a short-term review, as it has only been in use for less than a month. I also have a Uniden MHS350 radio, which is a much heavier duty VHF radio that this Cobra model.
Comparison between the two:
The Cobra is about 1/2 the cost
Cobra is about 1/2 the weight, and smaller in size - much easier to clip to your PFD or jacket/belt while on the water.
Cobra is "splash resistant" while Uniden is "water proof - submersible" which means that you probably should carry the Uniden unit in a plastic baggie if you are using it on a kayak (where things tend to get wet frequently).
battery life is moderate - using AAA batteries, it lasts for a full day or so before needing fresh batteries. The MHS350 on the other hand, will last a week or more of all-day use with its NMh battery pack, and it includes a back-up battery and dual-slot charger.
Feature-wise the Cobra does a good job of covering the basics - a full channel selection for all VHF channels, plus NOAA weather. The squelch is not infinitely adjustable, but has a couple of "steps" controlled by a single button. There is no scan feature (unlike the Uniden, which will scan as many channels as you choose in memory on a continuous basis).
Bottom line, if you want to add the safety of having a VHF radio with you while you kayak, I recommend the Cobra unit based on its price and its small size and weight. I would not recommend it for heavier usage (like daily on a boat) because it is definitely made from cheaper materials, and will also not go very long on a charge/set of batteries.
Update 9/29/09:
I just got another one of these for a friend, and after the second outing, it started acting up (it would operate fine for about 10 minutes, then "lock up" and would not respond to any commands or inputs from the buttons. The unit has been sent back to Cobra, and based on past experience, I am hopeful that they will replace the unit without any fuss. I'll update the review when I hear back from them.
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
 Good for emergency and light use. Aug 06, 2009
By JP Vic
"Bee Guy"
I got this for my PWC (jet ski) as I'm on the great lakes and off-shore. For the price I found this radio to be perfect for basic communications with my other boating friends as well as piece of mind for emergency use.
Worked well talking with other boats, NOAH weather radio comes in fine, clear sound. I like the fact that you can scan multiple channels. For example channel 16 is the general hail and emergency channel, whereas in my area channel 68 is the general `chat' channel. With a single push of a button I listen to my normal chat channel and also scan the emergency bands.
Using the radio it seems to be generally waterproof. Mine did get dunked a bit, and constantly gets splashed. No issues so far (two years of use). Don't put this in the water 3 feet under for 30 min to see if it still works, but with some common sense you should not have any issues. Although it is rated to be underwater like that, I don't suggest doing that. If this is only for emergency use, then keep it and the 12V charger in a plastic zip lock.
The batts are standard AAA, the radio comes with a 12V plug you can use to charge the batts, or I sometimes take the batts out and put them in my nomral battery charger.
I did a ton of research on the different models and brands - and in the end wanted a best value/point handheld marine radio - mostly for emergency , but also for light use - I did not need high end. I have a 25watt marine radio that cost me a ton for that. This cobra is what I found and after two years of use am happy with it.
On the negative side I wish it could transmit at 5 watts, this is 3 watts and that's good for a few miles, but 5 watts would be better. It's now two years later and I don't jet ski anymore, (into just boating) I did just buy the Midland nautica 3 for a gift as it is 5 watts. My cobra still works fine but going with the midland as the 5 watts does matter.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Perfect Oct 14, 2011
By Ted
I have been a captain for 15 years and this is a great handheld. Easy to use and for the money it is a steal. I would recommend for a great back up in emergency and I use it onthe kayak, small and stays running a long time.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
A bit small but loaded with features Mar 23, 2011
By Oneida_Lake
I like it. I really like being able to have a few "favorite" channels to scan between. Have not transmitted on it yet, but I'm sure it will be fine. It's a bit small, but the description does say "compact".
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Works well, great price Jun 14, 2010
By C. Moxey
We've used this radio numerous times in the short time that we've had it and it works perfectly. The reception is good and the audio is clear. We like that it's compact and waterproof. The only thing we would have liked different is a regular AC wall charger along with or instead of the DC car charger. Our boat doesn't have a cigarette lighter for charging the radio and the drive from our house to the marina (or anywhere for that matter) just isn't enough to charge it properly. I've bought a separate charger, but it would have been nice to have the AC with it. I admit it's my fault for not realizing there was no AC charger. Otherwise, this is a great little radio and well worth the price.
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