Baofeng UV-5R Two Way Radio Dual Band 144-148/420-450Mhz Walkie Talkie 1800mAh Li-ion Battery(Black)

Baofeng UV-5R radio is $18 on Amazon. I just let the weather band play during inclement weather. Its quick, accurate and great for power outages or to keep in ur vehicle. You can also fo other things with them, but that's a deep rabbit hole of complicated info.