Vendors & shops

One of the primary specialty shops for GMRS gear in North America. Exclusive distributor for Wouxun GMRS radios, with detailed product specs, comparison charts, and a long-running radio podcast.

Major retailer carrying two-way radios, mobile mounts, coax lines, power supplies, and outdoor radio accessories for both GMRS and amateur operators.

Large retail chain with physical storefronts across the U.S. While heavily focused on amateur radio, they stock high-grade coax, NMO mounts, antennas, and power supplies used in GMRS base stations.

Specializes in off-road, vehicle, and trail communications. Useful for overland and vehicle GMRS setups, heavy-duty headsets, intercoms, and vehicle mounting kits.

Major equipment retailer carrying low-loss coaxial cable (LMR-240, LMR-400), Amphenol connectors, antennas, power supplies, grounding hardware, and mast equipment.

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Independent U.S.-based radio developer located in Arlington, South Dakota. Designs custom firmware, dedicated smartphone apps, and separate FCC Part 95E grants for models like the GMRS-PRO and GMRS-V2.

Widely known global manufacturer of budget two-way radios, including popular Part 95E certified U.S. models like the UV-5G Plus, UV-5G PRO, UV-5G Mini, and UV-9G.

Consumer radio manufacturer with FRS handhelds, GMRS handheld and MicroMobile product lines, and CB radios. Check the authorization and specifications of the exact model.

Manufacturer of high-end handheld and mobile GMRS radios (such as the KG-935G and KG-XS20G) featuring superheterodyne receivers and rugged construction.

Direct vendor offering entry-level and mid-range GMRS handhelds, mobile units, programming cables, and outdoor radio accessories.

Manufacturer with consumer and business radio product lines, including handhelds, mobile radios, and repeater hardware. Confirm the service authorization of the exact U.S. model before buying.

Manufacturer of high-power GMRS handheld radios (such as the TD-H8 and TD-H3) featuring Bluetooth wireless frequency copying and custom firmware options.

Off-road radio manufacturer producing Part 95E certified GMRS mobile rigs (GMR45, GMR25) and handhelds (GMR2) for overland vehicles, UTVs, and trail communications.

Hong Kong radio & test equipment manufacturer producing duplex repeater controllers (SR-628, SR-112), cross-band controllers, and RF power/SWR meters.

Designer of rugged backcountry radios, including Part 95E certified 5-Watt GMRS handhelds with shatterproof OLED displays, IP67 waterproofing, and specialized carabiner harnesses for outdoor sports.

Longstanding consumer radio brand known for entry-level GMRS/FRS handheld walkie-talkies and CB radios.

Consumer electronics brand with FRS handhelds, CB radios, weather radios, and scanners. Check each radio model for its intended service and authorization.

Maker of popular handheld radio antennas tuned specifically for GMRS frequencies (NA-771G, NA-701G, and NA-F30G folding tactical whips).

Produces high-performance HT, mobile, and base station antennas, NMO vehicle mounts, lip mounts, SWR meters, and duplexers.

Premium manufacturer of HT, mobile, and base station vertical antennas, heavy-duty mobile mounts, coax switches, and surge protectors.

Specialty provider of coaxial cable assemblies, high-grade feedlines, jumpers, strain relief adapters, and RF connectors for radio installations.

Manufacturer of compact, affordable RF test meters including digital SWR & power meters (SW-102, SW-33), frequency counters, antenna analyzers, and dummy loads for radio tuning.

The primary community-driven database for finding local GMRS repeaters across the United States. Also features active community forums, permission request tools, and a small equipment shop.

North American directory of radio repeaters with dedicated GMRS search filters. Works great on mobile for finding nearby repeaters while traveling.

Official FCC portal for managing your FRN, submitting GMRS license applications (ZA service), paying the $35 license fee, and looking up active call signs.