What are licence free or PMR446 radios?

PMR446 stands for Personal Mobile Radio, 446 MHz. It refers to an open, European-standard frequency band allocated for short-range voice communications. A PMR446 walkie-talkie is a two-way radio designed specifically to operate within this band. Because they are legally capped at a maximum transmission power of 0.5 Watts and must have a fixed antenna, they can be sold and used immediately without any technical setup or radio programming.

PMR446 radios are licence free walkie talkies that operate on designated UK & European frequencies. They can be used straight out of the box without licensing costs.

They are ideal for:

• Shops and retail staff

• Schools

• Warehouses

• Restaurants and hotels

• Small event teams

While convenient, they have lower transmission power compared to licensed business radios, meaning range is typically shorter.