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Customer Reviews for Midland Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Midland Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
The Midland XT511 Emergency Crank Radio offers you unparalleled flexibility and compatibility with 2-way communication devices. It keeps you abreast on weather updates and switches to the weather telecast even in the middle of an AM/FM broadcast. It integrates an emergency crank power that comes in handy in power-related emergencies. Also, it provides you 22 2-way GMRS channels for secure communication. In addition, the two-way radio has 121 privacy codes to minimize interference or eavesdropping, which in effect gives you 2662 channel options. Further, the e-VOX function with three sensitivity levels offers voice-activated, hands-free operation. To locate active channels you can use the scan option. Other bundled features include a keypad lock, alarm and an auto squelch, which removes annoying background noise. Additionally, the Midland weather alert radio gives you a range of powering options to choose from.
Average Customer Rating:
4.5
out of 5
(43 Reviews) 38
Rating SnapshotOverall Rating Totals
Customer Recommendation91%39 out of 43reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
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Customer Reviews
Review 1 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
TOP OF THE LINE EMERGENCY RADIO
,04/26/2013
By SAFLO ,
MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS, VT.
5
out of
5
PRICE FOR SAME RADIO AT RADIO SHACK THIRTY DOLLARS HIGHER. PRODUCT WOULD BE IMPROVED BY OFFERING SOLAR CHARGING AND FULL TIME AC; WHILE ELIMINATING BATTERY DRAINING CLOCK. SOUND FIDELITY SURPRIZINGLY EXCELLENT FOR THE SIZE OF THE RADIO. PACKAGING HIDES THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK WHICH IS INCLUDED.
Product Attributes:
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
+1point
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Review 2 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
04/20/2013
By HugApuppy ,
Kentucky
5
out of
5
I have not had to use it for emergency yet as I just received it last week....however in testing & trying out the crank and 2-way, I am very satisfied at this point in my purchase.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
+1point
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Review 3 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Great for the price and works well
,04/13/2013
By PrepPacific ,
Southern California
5
out of
5
Nice radio. There is a list of frequencies in the back of the manual for each channel. Happy that I was able to find this and connect to my mobile ham radio. Tuned in to emergency weather channels with no problems. Still have to test range. I really like the battery sources. regular, rechargable, crank, AC. I would recommend to anyone. With flashlight and AM/FM radio, you can't beat the price.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:A few times per month
+1point
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Review 4 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Great setup
,03/29/2013
By Jillybeanrules
5
out of
5
We looked and looked at this model and a few others and found this would do all we wanted at a great price. I found one place wanting $160.00 for this model. Shipping was a fair price and received it overnight. Thank you.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
+1point
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Review 5 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Does good in a flat area
,03/17/2013
By Lilly1981 ,
Southern WV
3
out of
5
We bought two- one for our son and one for us. One of them would not even reach to our front porch. But the other one worked great. So we are sending one of them back for exchange, hopefully it will work as good as the one we are keeping.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
+1point
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Review 6 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
11/10/2012
By Say2345 ,
USA
5
out of
5
Great Product, perfect for emergency use, and for hunting base camp.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:A few times per year
+1point
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Review 7 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
11/04/2012
By Wontbuybissell ,
San Marcos
5
out of
5
I purchased three of these radios for our adult children for Christmas, way before hurricane 'Sandy' was even in the news. I saw several radio stations share what was important to have on hand in case of an emergency (just before Sandy hit) and either this radio or another similar was shown on television. They haven't used it yet and we hope there won't be an emergency that they would need to but they will have it just in case. It isn't something you would buy for yourself but should.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Once per year
+1point
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Review 8 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Impressive 2 way
,10/30/2012
By Blazernut ,
Pittsburgh
5
out of
5
I was impressed, it's better than what the price would lead you to believe. My son has a much larger unit & we talked back & forth testing as I was driving. We were inpressed with the range & clarity. It is light & hollowey - has a cheap feel but one Heck of a radio for the money. Midland makes a nice line of inexpensive radios that are very reliable. I like it. It goes in the box with other emergency supplies.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Never
+2points
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Review 9 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Great emergency radio
,10/02/2012
By 3hookpilot ,
Wallingford, PA
4
out of
5
Works well with the FRS radios I bought years ago. Really like the ability to charge it with the crank. A solar cell to keep the battery charged would make it perfect.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
+1point
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Review 10 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
08/29/2012
By jackofalltrades50 ,
Peoria, IL
5
out of
5
I hope I never have to use it but feel better having it
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:A few times per month
+1point
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Review 11 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
One great product
,08/02/2012
By dbheavy ,
Round Rock, TX
5
out of
5
A great tool to have when bad weather is around the area.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:A few times per month
+1point
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Review 12 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
04/09/2012
By Outdoor5 ,
Canton,Ohio
5
out of
5
We found the radio is great to have for numerous reasons. One night it set itself off during an alert, we did not have it on. But found that it is great to have an option for just this resaon. Normally most people don't have their radio on all hours of the day. We found the instructions to be easily understood. There are many options on this radio that most normal ones don't have. Check it out! We like it and will be happy to buy another one in the future. Price beats most other ones by about $30.00.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Female
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
+4points
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Review 13 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
04/05/2012
By GiantsRavens
5
out of
5
Works great, I can communicate with my handheld radios for about 3/4 of a mile from my home. I expect a greater distance when I get in an open area. NOAA weather comes in clear, crank works great and the flashlight is handy.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Once per week
+2points
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Review 14 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Review 15 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
A Great Muti-Purpose Tow-Way Radio
,02/15/2012
By SuperDogOwner ,
Vermont
5
out of
5
I love this radio. YOu must be aware , however, that you must have an FCC license to use the high Power Channels. the License costs $85 but when coupled with some similar Two-Way hand helds it makes for a great private communications network. I live in rural Vermont on a lake and visitors can hike around and go for walks in the woods and stay in touch with the base station at the cabin. We often have power failures and as long as you follow the Midland instrutions regarding charging batteries you will always be prepared ..... I have a pair of Midland hand helds as well and they work quite well with the Base Camp Radio up to about 2-3 miles in the woods ..... the added WX/AM/FM radio , emergancy light and crank power are excellent additions for emergencies .... The radio can be powered by NiMh included battery and AA batteries as well as AC. I purchased some high capacty 2700 MA/H batteries and they also work well ........ just read the manual and follow the instructions realizing that in the real world you will get about 2-4 miles of communication range out of it in the woods and you will be happy with this product ......
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every day
+4points
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Review 16 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
02/10/2012
By weepy911 ,
smithville,ms
4
out of
5
I have not used every fuction this product has to offer but what i used worked good.
Better in the open than in storm shelter but still working just have to find signal.
Better in the open than in storm shelter but still working just have to find signal.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:A few times per month
+4points
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Review 17 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
,02/05/2012
By cas2020 ,
San Antonio, TX
5
out of
5
Great product. All features work. Easy to use and very portable. Like the various sources of power for the unit and the auxilary ports which are available.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:55 - 64
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Every few days
+2points
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Review 18 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Great versatile radio
,11/02/2011
By an anonymous customer
5
out of
5
Review 19 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Nice Radio, But Complicated
,10/26/2011
By callen34 ,
Dallas, TX
1
out of
5
I bought this radio to have it available in an emergency. I especially liked the talk / receive capability. However, it turns out that you must previously arrange a talk privacy channel with those whom you wish to talk to. That means that you can't simply power up and talk to anyone in range, they must know the privacy channel that you want to talk on. Also, let me tell you, that the control buttons are way too multi-functional. That means you have to know far more about the button functions than the button labels state. I would bet that just about anyone would have to consult the radio's operating manual to do almost all of its functions. The problem is, if you buy this radio just for emergencies, you will not use it often enough to recall what every multi-function button does. Midland could have prevented this problem with more buttons or switches, but multi-function buttons saved them cost. Consequently, in my opinion, it is a nightmare to operate. Hope this helps prospective buyers.
Recommends this product? No
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Once per year
+14points
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Review 20 for Midland Emergency Crank 2-way Radio
Very good for the car.
,10/07/2011
By QualityBargainFinder ,
Augusta, ME
5
out of
5
I ran it for over 4 hours and it was still fairly bright after 3 hours. I plan on using it in the car since it has a cigarette lighter adapter to charge it as well. You will need to be careful not to drop it since it seems pretty fragile like most things plastic.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:A few times per month
+3points
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