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Icom M88 Mini Handheld VHF Radio

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IC - M88 VHF Marine Transceiver

It's not just another marine radio.

What makes Icom's new IC-M88 so special? Functionality. Features. Unparalleled battery life and power. Submersible construction. Military ruggedness. Frequency control. Choice of optional features. And a surprisingly small size that fits incredibly well in the hand. Compare for yourself; the Icom IC-M88 is a better fit not just for one-handed operation, but all-around.

Features:
  • 5 Watts of power (3 Watt or 1 Watt selectable)
  • Submersible JIS-7 construction
  • Long-lasting 1700 mAh Li-ion battery allows up to 24 hours of operation (5:5:90 Tx:Rx:Standby)
  • 2-Step power saver selections (5 full Watts, or 3 Watts, or 1 Watt)
  • Three year warranty
  • All International, USA and Canadian channels, plus weather channels with alert function available. (USA version only)
  • Up to 22 free channels reserved for Land Mobile (commercial) use
    • allows per-channel wide/narrow channel spacing
    • built-in CTCSS & DTCS
    • appropriate license may be required

  • Military rugged (MIL SPEC 810 C,D,E for shock and vibration)
  • Backlit LCD display and key pad
  • Convenient one-touch "TAG" scanning selection with simple add/delete
  • Instant access to Ch 16 and Ch 9 (or Call channel)
  • Dual/Tri watch
  • Auto weather (WX) scan and WX alert (USA version only)
  • Key lock function
  • 4-Step battery level indicator
  • Programmable beep sound for each button
  • Self-diagnosis feature
  • Wide selection of available options, including a waterproof speaker-microphone
  • Swivel belt clip included
  • Drop-in desktop charger supplied
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  • Manufacturer: Icom
  • Manufacturer Part Number: M88 01
  • Manufacturer Name: ICOMAMERICA
  • Dimensions: 3.9" Height x 2.5" Width x 1.6" Depth
  • Standard Warranty: 3Year(s)
  • Battery Type: Lithium Ion
  • Capacity - Battery (mAH): 1700
  • Channels - Available: All US, Canadian, International
  • Channels - Other: LMR
  • Power - Output (Watts): 5w, 3w, 1w
  • Speaker Mic: Yes
  • Waterproof Rating: Submersible
  • Weather Alert: Yes
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    Icom M88 Mini Handheld VHF Radio
    Avg. Customer Rating:
     
    3.2 stars
    (based on 5 reviews)
    60% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

    Pros:
    Durable (3)
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    Good Quality and convienent
    By MattVerified Buyer from Sacramento Ca on 8/29/2008
    Pros:
    Durable, Easy To Install, Reliable, Waterproof
    Best Uses:
    Large Boats, Outdoor, Small Boats
    Describe Yourself:
    Recreational
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about Icom M88 Mini Handheld VHF Radio:

    The radio for me is just for emergency. Although I haven't tried to transmit on it, I pick up the coast gaurd and other nearby vessles just fine.

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    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Nice handheld very clear, good range
    By LEWVerified Buyer from Erlanger, KY on 7/29/2008
    Pros:
    Durable, Easy To Install, Reliable, Waterproof
    Best Uses:
    Indoor, Outdoor, Small Boats
    Describe Yourself:
    Recreational
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about Icom M88 Mini Handheld VHF Radio:

    I use this radio in my house on the river and aboard my SeaDoo great range and waterproof

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    [4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

     
    questionable
    By Bruce from Coastal Massachusetts on 2/9/2008
    Bottom Line:
    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    Comments about Icom M88 Mini Handheld VHF Radio:

    The unit is malfunctioning (wild displays) after about 300 hours of intermittent exposure to salt spray, mounted on the center console of a skiff. Debating whether to replace or repair. The cost of an estimate from ICOM, with shipping, will be about [$]if I decide not to repair it. [$]/hr to repair, plus parts and a new battery, so I'll probably scrap it.This IC-M88 has never been submerged and has been pretty well maintained with fresh water rinses, but there is corrosion under the battery. That might or might not be the source of the problem, and it should not have happened.

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    [4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

     
    A favorite VHF radio of Sea Kayakers
    By tvcriderVerified Reviewer from New York on 4/4/2007
    Pros:
    Durable, Good Value, High Quality
    Cons:
    Expensive
    Best Uses:
    Sea Kayaking
    Bottom Line:
    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    Comments about Icom M88 Mini Handheld VHF Radio:

    I have had my ICOM M88 for 3 years now. I like the size and its superior battery life (it can hold a charge for a year on stand-by). Mine has been repeated submerged when rolling or sculling my sea kayak with no adverse effects (just fully rinse in freshwater after each use).

    There are a lot of these M88 in use in the sea kayak community (along with the ICOM M72). I have only heard of two failures and ICOM promptly fixed/replaced those units. On the other hand the Standard VHF units have a poor reputation with kayakers. They appear to have a high failure rate after submersion.

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    [2 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

     
    Poor product
    By Honduran boater from Corrales, New Mexico on 1/26/2007
    Cons:
    Bad Value, Low Quality
    Bottom Line:
    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    Comments about Icom M88 Mini Handheld VHF Radio:

    I bought this "submersible" radio and the first time it was dropped in SHALLOW water, the face clouded up and it ceased functioning entirely. When it was working, it had very limited range as well. Not at all as represented. Now I'm trying to get [...] to help straighten it out. We'll see how THAT works.

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