I use this one
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000098824731.html - this is not Midland
-- which would take me to get a certification, which sucks to deal with.
These chinese radios cost $80 for a pair. They use FRS bands which are free for everyone to use.
The only mod I done to it is longer antenna which is from same company. With these antennas (on both radios) I was able to reach my buddy out to 3km in z13 Abitibi through forest.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32629844755.htmlAnd I've also adjusted some settings - you will need this cable for this
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32576737694.htmlAnother very good part of this radio is the battery which is 3000mAh and does not need to get charged for more than 5 days.
To hit 3
miles which is over 5 km - you need very powerful unit like at least 10W power which needs to be stationary in your vehicle. Otherwise it would be harmful to keep that antenna close to your head.
OR you need to pay $$$$ and time to get licensed into professional radio then configure your unit to use repeaters which can be also not free depending on area. Pain in the arse...