Why Use Speaker Mics?

Speaker microphones give you better functionality of your current radio, and reduces the wear and tear on the radio; especially for more expensive radios.

How to choose the best speaker microphone

You must first consider the environment where you are using your radio.  For outdoor environments, consider a more rugged model to handle the weather elements such as rain, wind noise, cold temperatures, etc.

For indoor environments, most customers look for concealability, small size and light weight.  This is especially useful for security personnel, event planners, etc.

Earpieces are additional devices in the speaker mic category, that allow for ease of use in long durations.

How much should you expect to pay?

Typically, speaker microphones are sold for under $100 Canadian.

What to look for in terms of features?

The most commonly requested features are related to noise cancellation, concealability and weight factor. 

A critical factor in intrinsically safe envionrments, is to select a speaker microphone that is certified to the appropriate CSA (Canadian Standards Association) or FM (Factory Mutual) Standard.