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4.7 stars
(based on 72 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Clear signal(46), Easy to use(61), Good features(16), Good reception(17), Good value(16)
Cons:
No CTCSSDCS(3)
Best Uses:
Camping(7), Emergencies(32), Families(15)
Describe Yourself:
Avid adventurer(7), Casual/ recreational(28), Professional guide(8)
Primary use:
Business(6), Personal(44)
 
A GREAT SCANNNER
By Crazy Joe Divolla from Wilmington DE on 7/23/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Rugged
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I really like it, the only bad thing is when i use it, my shoes fall off.

 
good scanner!
By LasernerdVerified Reviewer from Roslyn Washington on 7/15/2008
Pros:
Easy To Use
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This is a good scanner for the price.
Easy to use good sound quality

 
Great starter scanner for trunk tracking
By WillVerified Reviewer from Lynnwood,WA on 7/6/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Rugged
Best Uses:
Hobby
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Have had this scanner for over a year. It has done me good. It is to bad they are discontinuing this inexpensive starter trunking scanner. Even though I am looking into buying a digital scanner I will still be running this unit. There is nothing wrong with it.

 
BEST SCANNER EVER!!! A MUST HAVE!!!!
By ERIK from CONECTICUT on 7/2/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Great signal, Lightweight, Reliable, Rugged, Weatherproof, WORKS ALL THE TIME
Best Uses:
AMBULANCE, Emergencies, Listen to police
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This scanner has worked right out of the box. You dont need to be smart to use it or know anything about them. I listen to the police ambulance and everybody this is on the radio. BEST RADIO EVER!!! GET IT!!!

 
Excellent Scanner
By ToynO. from Terryville, CT on 6/27/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Rugged
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Excellent choice!!!
Used to monitor local emergency services and town departments from home.

 
now i got 2
By chuck would from lake wenatchee wa on 6/25/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Rugged
Cons:
Light but big
Best Uses:
Camping, Emergencies, Families
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

i love the 1st one so i had to get a 2nd i have one in my house and one in my truck the one in my house i put a antenna from radioshack #20-176 atop a 30ft mast and man dose it pick up about a 100 mile or so this scanner is more clear than my old uniden bct7 the one in my truck i run a 20-032 magnet mount antenna from radioshack as well it works just as good as any i recomend this one to anyone

 
"Excellent Built Machine"
By 911guy08 from New Mexico on 6/24/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Sleak Design
Cons:
Difficult Menu
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Law Enforcement
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I'm a Law Enforcement and Fire/EMS Dispatcher and this product is very good to hear my colleagues and to make sure they don't get too slammed that they might need my help. Or hear about storms near by as well

 
I would buy tons of these
By bearsfan21 from Rockford IL on 6/16/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This thing is awesome

 
Awesome Scanner!
By ShawnVerified Reviewer from Hutchinson, KS on 6/14/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I bought this on clearance as an early father's day present... after reading the manual over and over again, I got the hang of the triple trunking systems in my area. Otherwise, I'm already picking up 35-40 miles outside my city with no problems... very dang good scanner!

 
I would recommenend this to anyone
By bearsfan22 from Rockford, IL on 5/31/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Rugged, Weatherproof
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This thing is awesome. I use it to listen to my local police fire ems weather etc. The things that are great about it is it worked right out of the box I plugged it in and immediately it was picking up a signal from the police fire ems weather airport etc. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to know whats going on around there city.

 
awsome
By Billy from Stuart, Fl on 5/27/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Loud, Reliable, Rugged, Weatherproof
Best Uses:
Air radio
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

awsome signal... picked up orlando intl airport from martin county (north of west palm) with extremely clear reception.

 
Very Nice
By icanHEARyou from Boston, Ma. on 5/24/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Display easy to read, Easy To Use
Cons:
Manual could be better, No alpha freq tags, No CTCSSDCS
Best Uses:
Informed Neighbor
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Manual does not inform you of all of the functions of this scanner (eg the Control Channel Only option). Good weight, not easily moved accidentally. A more comprehensive manual on the web site would be nice. The price is very attractive.

 
Great Scanner - picks up all signals
By KeisukeVerified Reviewer from Saint John, NB, Canada on 5/22/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Rugged
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Railroading
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Bought this scanner as a hobbiest since picking it up i have been more in tune to whats happening around me. Have benn able to pick up SJPD, SJFD, Ambulance Nb, CYSJ, and many more

 
Great Scanner
By Helicopter dispatcherVerified Reviewer from Seiverville,TN on 5/11/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Good Reception With Stock, Lightweight, Rugged, Weatherproof
Best Uses:
Air Traffic, Camping, Emergencies, Families, Hiking, Shopping Malls
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I use this scanner to help dispatch helicopters at work. This is an awsome scanner to hear the Choppers coming before I can even hear them on My base airband Radio!! Great for anyone who wants to listen to Aviation radio.

 
Awesom
By Winbaby from Grass Valley, CA on 5/7/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use
Best Uses:
Camping, Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Great Scanner for the price and features. I thought I would never give up my PRO-94 but when it finally died I had to buy a new one. I am so glad I bought the PRO-433. It is very easy to use and great sound. Fits in my crash bag so I can easily take it to work or anywhere.

 
THE BEST OF THE BEST
By TRAEVerified Reviewer from Twin Falls, Idaho on 4/30/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Rugged
Best Uses:
Camping, Emergencies, Families, Hiking, Shopping Malls
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

THIS IS A GREAT ITEM I GET ALL POLICE, FIRE, EMS, AND MUCH MUCH MORE

GREAT PRICE AS WELL

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
A good scanner!
By polistener from Long Beach, California on 4/23/2008
Pros:
Easy To Use
Cons:
Poor Reception
Best Uses:
Monitoring local police
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I use this scanner for personal use ti listen to local police, detectives, and fire. The features i like best on this pro-433 is the light dimmer on the scanner console. The orange light on the scanner is verry bright at dark. It has a button that enables you dim the light or cut it off. Some of the reception is a little questionable, but overall has good reception. Whats not so great about the purchase of this scanner, is that there is 150 pre-programmed frequencies in the scanner but it does not say what the frequencies belong to. Therefore, you don't what you are listening to. Lastly, if you want a real good frequency code book, i recommend ordering from [@]. they have put together a frequency code book like no other. It has everything in it. But, this is a real nice scanner and i would definitely recommend it for purchasing. so far, i have'nt had any problems with mine.

 
"I would recommend the pro-433"
By markpolmonitor from Long Beach, California on 4/23/2008
Pros:
Easy To Use, Rugged
Cons:
Poor Reception, Short Range
Best Uses:
listening for enjoyment
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Hi everyone, i just bought the pro-433 a week ago and it's a very nice scanner. I use it for home base listening. The things i find are great about this scanner is that for the most part it has good reception, but lacks good reception on some frequencies especially at it's listed capability of 1300 MHz, or it won't pick up some frequencies that it should be picking up. Otherwise, i love it and it's a great buy!

 
Excellent
By Listener from Va. on 4/16/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Weatherproof
Best Uses:
Families
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Priced for clearence

 
A Real Workhorse
By StarrmanVerified Reviewer from Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. on 3/30/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Rugged
Cons:
none
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Families
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Excellent scanner! It picks up very well and has good audio. I hooked an external speaker up to it and let it run long and hard and it performs great. The orange lighting is good and can be adjusted for brightness. The stock supplied antenna gets the job done nicely. You can't go wrong with this scanner and at this price everyone should have one. It simply rocks!

 
Wonderful Scanner
By MaxTrackerVerified Reviewer from Dallas, TX on 3/29/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Great Features, Rugged
Cons:
Dosn't Display CTCSSDCS, No Text Tag's
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Monitoring Skip, Storm Spotting, Trunking
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Great radio - Added this to my collection months ago. Very easy to use, A lot of On Line product support. Large display with Many options. Hidden scan and search features make this radio a Champ for search. The Trunk Tracking is its best feature, No Text Display or Display of CTCSS/DCS are its worst attributes.

 
pro 433 scanner
By chuckels from gilman ct on 3/24/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use
Cons:
Short Range
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

The pro 433 is an excellent scanner it has good signal picks up good i would recomed it to a friend

 
Excellent!
By PalehorseVerified Reviewer from Anderson, Indiana on 3/6/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Recreational
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Worked great right out of the box. Quick start programming made getting my local frequencies onto the unit a snap. I was up and listening to the action in less than 15 minutes!

 
Several complaints
By WumpusVerified Reviewer from Ewe-tah on 3/5/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Cons:
Poor manual instructions, Trunking skips
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This product is being used for local fire department offices. It receives very well on an inside antenna and is not terribly hard to learn to program. The one complaint I am having that hasn't been worked out is periodically in trunk tracking mode with three programmed talkgroups, the scanner keeps right on scanning even though one of the desired talkgroups is active and part or all of the message is missed. Should this be resolved then It could get 5 stars. Right now it gets 4.

 
Excellent Scanner
By TerryVerified Reviewer from Panama City Beach, Florida on 3/2/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Cons:
none
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This scanner is a treasure find. Bought the scanner yesterday and it worked great out of the box but then today I bought the Outdoor VHF-Hi/UHF Scanner Antenna Model: 20-176 at Radio Shack mounted it around 17ft in the air and have been having ball listening to it. Been able to listen to airplane, marine craft, and ham operators as well as the usual fire,police, and so on. Before hooking up the outside antenna was able to hear a patrol car on I-10 which is about 45 miles from my house. Very Highly Recommend this Scanner.

 
Excelent Scanner, Highly Reconmended
By Jay from Ohio on 2/26/2008
Pros:
Bright Backlight, Clear Signal, Easy to read buttons, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Cons:
Cant Lable the frequency
Best Uses:
Camping, Emergencies, Families, Responders
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I Use this scanner to listen to the events occuring in my area and sometimes respond to them if they are near me. This scanner is a great scanner. I also have a 8 ft intena attached to it for maximim range.

 
GREAT SCANNER FOR THE PRICE
By scanner broadcaster from south bend indiana on 2/25/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, great reciver, Rugged
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Families, Online broadcasts, Press work
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

i picked this scanner up as a upgrade from my uniden bc72xlt and it performs better than i thought it would i can even pick up the anilog side of the indiana statewide system great radio well worth the $$

 
Just like it says [...]
By OldmanVerified Reviewer from Louisville Ky on 2/23/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Rugged
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Families
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This unit is for recreational use only. I can keep up with road conditions, crime areas, and weather conditions, with the push of a button. I was pleased with ease of use, plugged in right out of the box and was scanning frequencies right away. I have had a scanner for 35 years and this is as good as I expected.

 
Excellent scanner
By mcgVerified Reviewer from manhattan, ks on 2/18/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I've had scanners for business and personal use for about 35 years. Bought this one to replace a PRO-2004 I thought was going on the blink after 20 years of reliable service. The 433 is great--reception is excellent, as is clarity and sensitivity. Band coverage is super. (By the way, turns out the PRO-2004--one of the Shack's greatest scanners--wasn't going bad after all. Now I have another great one in the 433).

 
Great Scanner
By wrgVerified Reviewer from yellville, AR on 2/10/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Rugged
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Great scanner. Easy to program, good reception, good volume

 
great scanner
By B. CURTIS from jonesborough TN on 2/9/2008
Pros:
Rugged
Cons:
Difficult Controls, Receptions fair
Best Uses:
Police scanning
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

like i said great scanner however if you live in the country part of jonesborough TN you will defintly get some static unless you buy (spend) another almost $90 bucks to get an 8ft antena (i didnt get one) i would recomend you live within city limits and the reception will be crystal clear

 
Pro-433
By MikeVerified Reviewer from Arlington,TX on 2/8/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, In dash vehicle mounting, Lightweight, Rugged
Cons:
No Alpha tagging
Best Uses:
ATC, Emergencies, Policefire, Six Flaggs, Space Shuttle
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Great scanner, I have no idea why anyone would pay for the high dollar scanners with this on the market. I got one for the house and liked it so much I bought another for my truck. Mounted so well in the dash that it looks factory installed. Only real downside is that I have a [$]mp3 player in my truck I never use anymore!

 
i would buy again
By ken from altoona pa on 1/9/2008
Pros:
Clear Signal, Good reception
Primary use:
Business

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

great scanner the trunk is hard to program

 
Ok scanner
By O H I OVerified Reviewer from OHIO on 1/3/2008
Pros:
Easy To Use, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Families
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Was told that this scanner would get the police dept. that i was looking for but when i got it home i could not get what i was wanting so i researched on this and i wish i would have bought the digital one.

 
Great improvement
By Listener from Va. on 12/30/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Great improvement over the PRO-2055 in all aspects of performance.[...]

 
Great scanner for the money
By BleedBlue from KY on 12/28/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Rugged, Weatherproof
Best Uses:
Families
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Would not hesitate in buying another one. This is a great scanner.

 
EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE
By HOFFYVerified Reviewer from PALM BEACH CO. FLORIDA on 12/28/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Rugged
Cons:
none
Best Uses:
SCANNER HOBBY
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

EASY MANUAL,NICE AUDIO,BRIGHT WELL LIT DISPLAY,GREAT WX ALERT,EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE FOLLOWING TRUNK RADIO SYSTEMS.WORKS GREAT WITH THE SUPPLIED ANTENNA.

 
Good Scanner for the Price
By Train the Master from Atlanta, GA on 12/27/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Families, Police, RAILROAD
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Very good scanner for the price. Actually got it on sale for [$]before Xmas. Use it as a companion to PRO-97 mobile scanner, and for streaming Railroad feed over internet. Only downside is that you can't alpha-numeric tag the channels. Be wary if you are buying programming cable for this scanner - you can get a usb/8mm cable to use with the scanner, but thusfar i've been unable to find programming software for this particular model, and it doesn't come with the cable.

 
Great looking as well.
By Aviatorcessna from Victoria, Canada. on 12/20/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Good price
Cons:
Not available in Canada, Nothing negative
Best Uses:
Families, Good back up radio
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Worked straight out of the box.
Fantastic with computer control.

 
This is a awesome scanner for mobile use
By BobVerified Reviewer from Tuckahoe ,NY on 11/16/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Great audio, Great Display, Rugged
Cons:
No Alpha tagging, No CTCSSDCS
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Volunteer firefighter
Describe Yourself:
Volunteer Firefighter
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I just returned to another store, a Uniden BCT-8 and picked up this mobile/base scanner. This unit is much better for sensitivity and intermod problems that face this area in lower Westchester County, NY. Very easy to read LCD display. I just miss the CTCSS/DCS but won't buy the PRO-2055 until I see all display problems are cleared up.

 
Great Scanner
By Bob from Tuckahoe,NY on 11/14/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use
Cons:
No CTCSSDCS
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Firefighter-volunteer, Professional Guide
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Very nicely made scanner by Uniden for [@]. It would of been nice to incorporate CTCSS/DCS. This units has a much better display then the PRO-2055 which has had problems however, in this area you need PL. Also, the audio output is good but could use another 1 watt or so. I am using it as a base.

 
Awesome Scanner made by Uniden
By Bob from New Rochelle,NY on 11/11/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Rugged
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Volunteer Firefighter
Primary use:
Business
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This scanner is well worth its price of[$] over the Uniden BCT-8. This can be updated for re-banding on UHF. Only thing it lacks is alpha tagging and DCS/CTCSS. Also, this scanner doesn't have the problems that the PRO-2055 has with displays going out,etc.[...]

 
Love it
By Katz from Home of the World Series Champions! on 11/7/2007
Pros:
Backlit keys, Bright orange backlight, Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Heavy duty metal casing, Rugged
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Hobby, Recreational
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I decided to replace my basic [...] brand scanner from 1998 (previous version of the current PRO-2018) with one of these. This is a huge step up from my first one. Tons of memory, speaker is much clearer, very well lit. Yet it's just as easy to use. I love the heavy steel casing of this one compared to the plasic case on the 2018. I hope this one lasts me 10+ years too. I'd recommend this to a casual listener who has some experience programming in channels and is familiar with the controls already.

 
Well rounded
By Radio Man from Maryland on 10/25/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Cons:
N/A
Best Uses:
Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

The scanner is worth the price. It has a large readout.

 
A nice basic scanner
By TamjoazocVerified Reviewer from Seattle on 10/2/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Rugged
Cons:
No Alpha freq tags.
Best Uses:
Scanning radio freqs.
Describe Yourself:
a Ham
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Very easy to program basic scanner. Lots of features for the money and has just about all the features the average listener needs. Looks great and seems to be of good quality. It would be nice if you could program descriptive tags for the freqs programmed in it but for the price it is a great unit.

 
this is a great buy
By wayne testaVerified Reviewer from Franklin BORO NJ on 9/3/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Rugged, Weatherproof
Best Uses:
Camping, Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This scanner works better then my uniden bearcat BC350A.the greatest things about this scanner is the A+++++++ clarity i just got this for my birthday.

 
Pro-433 has good reception!
By radioratVerified Reviewer from Daytona Beach, FL on 8/21/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use
Best Uses:
Camping, Emergencies
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Pro-433 easy to operate right out of the box.
Good warranty- 1 year. I am very happy with
my purchase.

 
good scanner
By brando from lakeland florida on 8/2/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Cons:
I dont like the signal st, It like skips some words
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Families, When the helis are flying
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

over all its is great but the signal stoker skips some of the words i just had to yake it back yesterday because i had no sound comeing out end less i put head phones in its hard to do that when you drive alot. where i live the choppers are always flying and the cops are all over but i think its better than the pro 97 in the long run

 
Great Scanner!!!!!
By Jesse Cornelius KI4RTGVerified Reviewer from Northern Kentucky on 7/17/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Nice look
Cons:
Can't think of one
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Families, Railroad Scanner
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I bought this scanner today after taking my pro-2055 back for a defective display. I love this scanner. As soon as I turned it on I put in some frequencies and was scanning away. I didn't spend 5 minutes doing it. I listen to the railroad primarily and it does great. I highly encourage you to get this one. I don't use trunking so I can't say much about it but it does well on police frequencies and Ham bands.

 
Im not sure im doin it right...
By Miles W from Tallahassee, Fl on 7/6/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Weatherproof
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

i must be doing something wrong. trunking is on. but i cant hear the whole conversation. im thinking about getting the pro-2055. but other than that, its VERY rugged. stands up to this HOT florida weather, leavin the windows down in the truck all the time. VERY tough.

 
impressed
By SOUTHVerified Reviewer from CITRUS COUNTY , FLA on 7/4/2007
Pros:
Clear Signal, Easy To Use, Rugged
Cons:
Search funtion
Best Uses:
Emergencies, Families
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Primary use:
Personal
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

right out of the box this scanner picked up freqs 4 counties away
i have a generic 20 dollar antenna and plan to get a good one and cant wait to see how this performs the overall this is an excellent scanner the skywarn feature is very handy as well i also have the pro 2053 which i still use as well another good one had it for 4+ yrs keep upthe good work RS

 
This is my first ...
By Zac B from Asheboro on 6/2/2007

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This is my first "trunking" scanner, seems to be a really great scanner. Very easy to program and operate. Almost all of my local frequencies were already pre-programmed into the unit at the factory, so it truly did "work right out of the box". I would definitely recommend this unit to anyone looking to purchase a good scanner.

 
I really love my Pro-433. ...
By Peter F from Port Orange, Fl on 4/29/2007

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I really love my Pro-433. It's well worth the money I payed for it. It brings all the excitment into my house. But the manual needs for the Trunk programing, and search instuction. Otherwise it's a great buy.

 
SCANNER IS PRETTY GOOD TO ...
By HOLYEAGLE C from WANBLEE on 4/16/2007

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

SCANNER IS PRETTY GOOD TO PICK UP REGULAR FREQUENCIES

 
By MIKE T from SOMERS on 4/8/2007

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

 
I highly recommend this ...
By Joe C from Dallas, GA on 4/5/2007

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I highly recommend this scanner

 
Great Scanner for the ...
By Bryan S from Auburndale ,Florida on 3/17/2007
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Great Scanner for the price. Easy to operate for sure.

 
Hey - whoever said this ...
By Art F from Franks on 3/15/2007
Pros:
Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Hey - whoever said this is supposed to come with a cable and software DIDN'T READ THE INSTRUCTIONS! THEY ARE AVAILIBLE SEPARATELY! Otherwise it works great!

 
WOW! I never have had a ...
By Philip R from Midland, Texas on 3/14/2007
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

WOW! I never have had a scanner but I have always wanted one! I got this scanner and had NO IDEA how to work it at all. I was afraid with all the buttons I was going to have to go by a huge book to learn how to use it. NOPE! I just read the manual and it was put in plain English and so easy to use after you read the manual. I absolutely enjoy using this scanner. It works wonderfully in the car and at home. A GREAT BUY!!!!

 
Seems to be a good ...
By Larry C from Las Vegas on 2/21/2007
Pros:
Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Seems to be a good scanner...BUT the computer software and cable to hook to computer mentioned in the manual are not found or even known to exist. MANUAL IS MISLEADING.

 
i got this for x-mas. i ...
By dan m from dunlo, pennsylvania on 2/21/2007
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

i got this for x-mas. i installed it in my jeep with use of the external antenna. make sure u get the right antenna, cause a scanner is only as good as the antenna. it works great, sounds clear, lots of buttons so make sure you read you directions. overall a great buy

 
Nice scanner for the ...
By Dwayne S from Delaware on 2/7/2007
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Nice scanner for the price worked right out of the box. replaces my old Radio Shack scanner that Ive had since 1993.

 
One of the greatest ...
By Eric Coronado G from Modesto, California on 1/23/2007
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

One of the greatest affordable scanners Radio Shack has come up with. I recommend it to anyone looking for a high quality yet great bargain for the price scanner.

 
The best Radio Shack ...
By Michael S from Langley BC Canada on 1/1/2007
Pros:
Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

The best Radio Shack scanner I've owned since the glory days of the PRO-2006! Probably an even better value!

 
A really really good ...
By Randy MVerified Reviewer from Paris Tennessee (Henry County) on 12/28/2006
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

A really really good Scanner Best receiption picks up far off Good ears.Way to go Radio Shack.I got this as a christmas gift this year.And its really good for scanner enthusistis like me.And really good for the price.Too Bad its not Digital.Radio Shack make another pro 433 Digital and analog. Too bad the pro 433 is not digital it would be a heck of a Scanner.

 
Randy again this is the ...
By Randy MVerified Reviewer from Paris Tennessee on 12/28/2006
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Randy again this is the best scanner I have ever had out of my Recent Radio Shack scanners.

 
Excellent scanner, good ...
By Jose V from Quebradillas , Puerto Rico on 12/17/2006
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Excellent scanner, good reception and in terms of money speaking its in a good price range. Good job Radio Shack

 
Great Scanner for the ...
By Kevin L from Rolla, Mo. on 12/9/2006
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Great Scanner for the money, easy to program, trunking works perfectly, reception is better than my earlier pro- models.

 
THES BEST ONE I HAVE EVER ...
By Michael VVerified Reviewer from Texas on 11/27/2006
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

THES BEST ONE I HAVE EVER HAD!!!!!!

 
I LOVE IT!!!!!! THANKS! ...
By Michael VVerified Reviewer from Texas on 11/24/2006
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

I LOVE IT!!!!!! THANKS! :) THE BEST!!!! If you are getting a scanner, this is the one for you!

 
This by far is the best ...
By tony s from saint louis, missouri on 10/31/2006
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

This by far is the best scanner that have ever had.

 
Radio Shack store ...
By John M from Portland, Oregon on 10/12/2006
Pros:
Easy to use, Good features, Good reception, Good Value

Comments about RadioShack PRO-433 1,000-Channel Triple-Trunking Desktop/Mobile Scanner:

Radio Shack store programmed in my local county frequencies. In the process of entering other frequencies. Easy to do. Great sound. Straight forward control panel. Great price. Can clone to the PRO-98 when it is released. Can be upgraded for re-banding. I highly recommend this scanner.

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