We list here some of the best super-small, compact and lightweight walkie-talkie radios.
CPS Telecom CP183
The truly tiny CP183 is an amazingly small and light radio, weighing just 65 grammes. It’s a standard, no-licence-needed PMR446 walkie-talkie.
In spite of its diminutive dimensions, we have tested and confirmed that its transmission range is as good as any much larger PMR446 walkie-talkie.
Price: Around ยฃ50 each
What’s included & optional extras
Comes ready-to-use with a USB charging lead and a small charger for charging the battery out of the walkie-talkie. Optional extras include various earpiece/microphones, spare battery packs and a 4-slot desktop multi-charger.
โ Pros
The tiny size – if smallness and lightness is what you’re after, the CP183 fits the bill. Solidly made with all the usual licence-free radio features you’d expect.
โ Cons
So small you might worry about losing it. The speaker isn’t very loud, although it can be used with a range of earpiece/microphones.
Verdict: An amazing radio in such a small package. We like it.
CPS Telecom CP228
The CP228 feels like a little piece of luxury in your hand. It has the look and feel of a quality mobile phone, with a lovely gold-on-black, easy to read backlit LCD display.
A high-end business PMR446 walkie-talkie specifically for commercial use – small, light, easy to use and built with durable polycarbonate and all-round aluminium casing.
Price: ยฃ69 + VAT each (ยฃ59 + VAT when buying multiple)
What’s included & optional extras
Comes ready-to-use with a USB charging lead and a small charger for charging the battery out of the walkie-talkie. Optional extras include various earpiece/microphones, spare battery packs and a 4-slot desktop multi-charger.
โ Pros
Beautifully made, elegant design. Small, light, easy to use. Durable polycarbonate with aluminium casing.
โ Cons
None we can see!
Verdict: A beautifully made, elegant little radio, ideally suited for “smart” locations: hotels, department stores, and restaurants.
Tritan Connect
The small, lightweight Tritan Connect packs a considerable punch for its size. It has a full 5 watts power output – much more than licence-free PMR446 radios which have only 0.5 watts.
These robust walkie-talkies provide full power at a far lower cost than most other 4/5 watt radios on the market.
Price: ยฃ69 – ยฃ79 + VAT each (depending on quantity)
What’s included
Each radio comes with a belt clip, battery pack and a “drop-in” desk charger unit.
โ Pros
Full 5 watt power output. Robust build. Excellent value for money compared to similar powered radios.
โ Cons
Requires an Ofcom “Simple UK” radio licence (ยฃ75 for five years) to use legally in the UK.
Verdict: A very good value-for-money full power walkie-talkie radio.