Non-licensed two-way radios are usually less expensive and generally used for recreational activities like camping or hiking and for light industrial or small business use where great coverage is not required. This type of radios already come ready to use with pre-programmed frequencies.Licensed two-way radios, on the other hand, require a license to operate are designed for business use. They are more robust, have more coverage, and are generally more expensive.They come with plenty of features and functionalities as standard, and above all, these radios have a dedicated frequency which makes them much more secure.