Walkie talkies are a fun way for kids to stay in contact with friends and family, get some independence and freedom and enjoy the great outdoors.

Even though kids’ walkie talkies operate on public channels, most have built-in subcodes to protect kids from interference from strangers.

In our guide to the best walkie talkies, we cover what you can expect for channels, range, durability, and privacy, followed by our picks based on use and research.

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We tested the best walkie talkies in the field and in a head-to-head to see which had the longest range and best clarity.

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With the Pexivo Voice Control Walkie-Talkie & Headsets, you can maintain constant communication with your companions, thanks to the impressive 500-meter walkie-talkie range.

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A kids walkie-talkie kit was leveraged for audio communication, but kitted out with a better microphone than standard.

SAFE & DURABLE The long range walkie talkies for kids are equipped with 8 channels, reinforced by 99 CTCSS sub-codes, effectively prevent strangers from entering your private channel.