Walkie-Talkies for Schools
Instant communication, enhanced safety, and real-time language translation across campus
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This device is finally trying to kill the walkie-talkie
Multi-Network Range & Reliability, For Your School
Relay combines Wi-Fi and multiple cellular networks to keep your staff connected – across campus, between buildings, and even district-wide.
Dead zones don’t stand a chance
Unlike traditional two-way radios for schools that can cut out in hallways, stairwells, or between buildings, Relay uses redundant networks – including Wi-Fi and multiple cellular providers – with automatic switchover to keep your staff reliably connected across the entire campus and beyond.
Dead Zones? Out of Range?
Out of the Question.
Relay has helped us increase our response time. We’re able to close out work orders faster now than we ever could before because of the communication.
Tai Davis, Director of Operations, Fayetteville State University
Eliminate Language Barriers with TeamTranslate™
From staff meetings to parent conferences, TeamTranslate™ helps your team stay aligned with real-time voice translation in 30+ languages – designed for the needs of diverse school communities.
One Team, One Voice
- Empowered Staff
- Protected Students
- Safer Campus
- Connected Communities
- Inclusive Collaboration
Step 1.
Staff simply speak in their native language.
Step 2.
Each staff member hears the message in their own language, instantly, on any Relay device, in the app, or on the dashboard.
Step 3.
Replies are translated and returned back to you in your native language.
It’s faster, it makes families feel welcome, and it’s a translation device in your hand. This is a viable tool that I really strongly believe schools need to purchase.
Nina Lattimore, Principal, Colin Powell K-8 Academy
Reliable Safety forYour School
Relay delivers smarter alerts, faster response times, and complete visibility – helping your staff respond quickly to any incident, whether in the classroom or down the hall.
Panic alerts with live location
Staff can trigger a panic alert with one press—automatically sharing their live location for immediate response and peace of mind.
Mass emergency alerts
Broadcast evacuation or shelter-in-place alerts to the entire campus in real time - even in loud environments or across language barriers.
Message history and audit trail
Access a clear record of staff communications to support incident investigations, review safety drills, and ensure alignment with school policies and emergency procedures.
Built Tough for Busy School Days
Relay is built for the teams that keep schools running – delivering durable, all-day communication for custodians, maintenance crews, and grounds staff working across every corner of your campus.
MIL-STD 810H Certified
Designed to endure extreme conditions such as shock, vibration, and temperature, making it a rugged radio for any job.
IP66/IP68 Water Resistance
Fully protected against dust and can withstand complete submersion in water, ensuring durability in the toughest environments.
Tough Screen. Clear View.
1.9” High-contrast OLED display shielded by 1mm Corning® Gorilla® Glass stands up to the harshest conditions.
Up to 24hr
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FULL CHARGE IN <3HRS
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Clear Communication,No Matter the Noise
From crowded hallways to noisy playgrounds, Relay delivers unmatched volume and revolutionary clarity. Dual speakers, advanced noise and echo cancellation, and three digital microphones ensure every message is heard loud and clear.
Relay Cuts Through the Noise
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Busy Classroom
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Cafeteria Rush
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Gym or Assembly
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Head-to-Head Comparison
Dinosaur, Meet Meteorite
Relay was built from the ground up to meet the specific needs of your school, delivering reliable, clear communication across campus.
*The features listed in this comparison are based on a traditional, generic traditional two-way radio. Numerous options exist in the market, with some models offering enhanced features while others may have fewer capabilities. We recommend researching individual products for the best fit.
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TWO-WAY RADIO*
Audio
- Dual 2.0W loud speakers
- Up to 110dB DPL
- Single speaker
- Volume up to 90dB DPL
Clarity
- Three microphones plus advanced noise cancellation algorithm
- Clear audio in the loudest environments
- Basic noise suppression (Limited)
- Audio clarity decreases in noisy environments
Battery Life
- Powerful 2900 mAh Li-Ion battery
- Can Last 2 full shifts
- Charges in under 3 hours
- Standard 1800 mAh NiMH battery
- Lasts 1 Shift
Connectivity
- Dead zones are virtually eliminated
- Fully-redundant Cell+WiFi connectivity gives you a backup to the backup signal
- Access to all major US cellular networks
- LoRa capabilities
- Limited to radio frequencies
- No access to cellular networks
- Requires local repeaters for extended coverage
Range
- Nationwide range built in, running on three major US cellular carriers out of the box without any extra IT setup required
- Works anywhere you have a cellular or WiFi signal
- No reliance on repeaters
- Limited to local coverage or line of sight
- Dependent on repeaters for long-range comms
Translation
Can translate 30+ languages in real-time
Can set devices to a “native” language
- No translation capability
Durability
- MIL-STD 810H durable
- Dust, shock, vibration, and temperature resistant
- Class 1, Division 2 Certified
- 1mm Corning® Gorilla Glass®
- 1.9″ OLED screen
- Basic commercial durability
- Moderate resistance to dust, shock, and vibration
Water-Resistance
IP66/IP68 water-resistant
Can withstand complete submersion in water
- Limited splash resistance (IP54)
- Cannot withstand submersion
Safety
Panic alerts with live location
Mass emergency alerts
Message history and audit trail
- Limited to two-way voice messages
Easy to Deploy,Even Easier to Manage.
Relay is intuitive and simple to use – with a user-friendly design that requires minimal training so you can get your team up and running in minutes.
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Works Out of the Box
No new infrastructure required. Relay connects over existing WiFi and cellular networks, just turn it on and go.
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Up and Running in Days
Deploy across your school in a matter of days, not weeks or months. Setup is fast, easy, and built for education teams of any size.
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Simple to Manage
Add users, assign channels, and oversee your school’s fleet of radios in minutes using our intuitive web dashboard – no IT team required.
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US-Based Support
Get expert help when you need it with 7-day support and regular software updates that deliver new features and improvements.
Stop Budgeting for Failure
Fleet Shield™ transforms hardware from a cost into a predictable, managed service.
The Upgrade Guarantee
Keep your fleet cutting-edge. Refresh every device with new models at a reduced cost, protecting your investment and bottom line.
Painless Replacements
For any covered operational failure, we provide a full device replacement at no cost, shipped next-day. Lost or broken devices are replaced for 50% off.
Proactive Monitoring & Support
Our system monitors device health to preemptively replace units before they can cause a slowdown. This turns downtime upside down and ensures your operations stay on track.
Unlock Relay Pricing
Get clear, simple pricing for Relay—tailored to your business needs.
Frequently asked questions
What features should school staff walkie talkies have?
The best two-way radios for schools should include clear audio, long battery life, rugged design, and support for campus-wide coverage. Modern radios, like Relay, also include advanced features like real-time language translation, location tracking, and emergency communication tools—ensuring your school communication strategy works in any scenario. Look for radios that are simple to use, require little training, and can function in loud or crowded environments.