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Communications.

VHF radios, Starlink Maritime, satellite phones, cell boosters. Staying in contact when you're not at a desk.

The communications guides we've shipped

3 guides

Top Pick Updated May 2026

The 5 Best Marine VHF Radios We'd Buy in 2026

Three fixed-mount and two handheld VHF radios for a 25 to 40 ft coastal helm, ranked by owner review signal.

Uniden UM385BK · $149 →

Updated June 2026

The 5 Best Handheld VHF Radios We'd Buy in 2026

Five floating handheld VHF radios for a 20 to 45 ft coastal boat, ranked as the backup to the fixed helm set, with GPS and DSC where it matters.

Standard Horizon HX891 BT · $260 →

Standard Horizon HX891 BT

Updated May 2026

The 5 Best Satellite Communicators We'd Buy in 2026

Five handheld satellite messengers for a 25 to 45 ft cruising boat, ranked for offshore use, with Iridium global coverage favored over Globalstar.

Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus · $450 →

Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus

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