The IC-M2A comes equipped w/ 3 power settings 5/3/1 Watts (the only radio on the market today with that feature), and a 2 step power save function that allows you to stretch battery life up to 16 hours of operation when used with the supplied rechargeable battery and alkaline battery case. The M2A also provides weather alert, dual and tri watch, scan and select scan as standard features. Add a large backlit display and keypad and fully weather resistant housing to the list of features to round out one of the best values in a handheld VHF radio! Includes a handy new swivel belt clip. 2 year waterproof warranty.