Walkie Talkies for Children's Safety: Why Use Them and Which Ones to Choose?

The priority for every parent is always to be sure that their children are safe, but how can you balance the right amount of freedom without living in constant anxiety?

Walkie talkies can prove to be valuable allies, and in this article, we explain why, but most importantly, which ones to choose for your children.

Firstly, walkie talkies are transceivers that do not require a license and can be used for short to medium-range communications. They are simple tools to use that allow for immediate communication: just press a button.

They are particularly useful when children do not yet have a mobile phone, allowing them to have the right amount of freedom without ever losing sight of them.

Now, let's get into the details to understand the functionalities of walkie talkies for the little ones!

The Pros of Walkie Talkies 

During holidays, weekends, or after-school afternoons, children have the right to let off steam and have fun outdoors. In cases where they don't have access to a mobile phone or are in areas where the telephone network is not performing well, walkie talkies are an essential tool because they guarantee communication even in the absence of a network.

You don't need to be close by, as most walkie talkies have a range of several kilometers; for example, the Midland XT5 is specifically designed for families and has a range of 4 km.

Another pro of walkie talkies is their simplicity of use: they can be used even by the youngest children because it only takes the press of a button to start communication, but there is also the VOX function that starts communication without the need to press any button.

Lastly, unlike smartphones that can get damaged if they fall or get dusty, walkie talkies are super durable, perfect even for the most careless!

Are Walkie Talkies Safe?

Many parents wonder if walkie talkies are safe tools, given that communications occur over radio channels and could potentially come into contact with strangers.

In this case, it's good to check that the transceiver has the CTCSS system that ensures private communications, silencing all other external radio signals from the group; this excludes any risk of strangers interfering in communications with your children. 

When Are Walkie Talkies Useful?

There are several situations where walkie talkies prove to be particularly useful for communication between parents and children.

The first situation is when engaging in outdoor activities, whether it's hiking, biking, or camping: walkie talkies are important to never lose contact with the different family members, even in case of unexpected events.

Planning a trip to an amusement park?

Often children get carried away with enthusiasm and run to see as many attractions as possible. This is the classic situation where the risk of losing contact is high, even due to the crowd.

In this case, the walkie talkie solves the problem at its root because children will always be reachable and even if they wander off, you can communicate with them at any time.

During summer vacations or weekends, children want to spend time outdoors, and for those who live in the countryside or in the city, there will come that fateful moment when children ask to go out alone with their friends.

Having walkie talkies available can be reassuring for parents and can be fun for children who will feel like they are on a special mission!

Which Walkie Talkies to Choose?

There are many models of walkie talkies for every need (those used for work, those used as a hobby, those used in high mountains, etc.). For families, walkie talkies must have certain features: 

• Durability

• Ease of use

• CTCSS function

• Color, in this way, children will truly feel like the heroes of their favorite movies (adults, on the other hand, will feel like the protagonists of Stranger Things).

At Midland, we have a long experience in developing transceivers that meet every need, from the most professional models to entry-level models.

For families, we have developed two different models: the Midland XT10 Pro and the XT5. With sleek shapes and vivid colors, they are equipped with a screen and a few buttons, simple to use.

The Midland XT5 has a clip to be attached to a belt, backpack, or fanny pack, is equipped with VOX function and the CTCSS system. Furthermore, it is possible to activate the Roger Beep as a call ending alert or mute the tone at the end of transmissions.

The XT5 works up to a range of 4 km and the communication is half-duplex.

The XT10 Pro, on the other hand, was the first product born from an online survey of our community, and is available in 3 colors: green, orange, and fuchsia.

In addition to the features of the XT5 (VOX function, CTCSS system, 4 km range), it is also water-repellent to moisture and dew.

With walkie talkies, every child will feel like a little explorer, and every parent can rest easy!