OMC FC Bite Alarms

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A Bite Alarm Set That Doesn’t Cost £500!

OMC have just launched their first ever bite alarms, and it’s refreshing to see a company aiming squarely at the angler who doesn’t want to spend a fortune.

The new OMC FC Bite Alarms come in at:

  • £99.99 for 3 alarms + receiver

  • £79.99 for 2 alarms + receiver

In a market where flagship alarm sets regularly push £400–£700, it’s nice to see someone bringing out a feature-packed set that almost anyone can afford.

What’s Included?

Despite the price tag, OMC haven’t exactly held back on the features.

The alarms include:

  • 8 levels of volume, tone and sensitivity

  • Adjustable multi-colour LEDs (7 colours)

  • Night light mode with three brightness settings

  • Mute mode

  • Receiver range self-test

  • Drop-back indication

  • 20-second latching LEDs

  • Illuminated hanger/swinger socket

  • Memory function

  • Rolling code technology to prevent interference

  • Claimed wireless range of 250–350 metres (line of sight)

The receiver also comes loaded with features including:

  • Multi-colour LEDs

  • Vibration mode

  • Recall function

  • Built-in torch

  • Drop-back indication

  • Low battery warning

  • Rolling pairing system

On paper, it’s difficult to argue with what’s being offered for under £100.

My Thoughts

I’ll be honest…

I’m not completely sold on the looks.

The styling isn’t really for me, and I don’t think they’re the nicest alarms on the market aesthetically. That’s obviously subjective though, and plenty of anglers probably won’t care what they look like if they do the job reliably.

What I do really like is the direction OMC have taken.

Instead of releasing another £500+ alarm set aimed at a tiny percentage of anglers, they’ve produced something that could genuinely help new anglers, younger anglers or anyone who simply doesn’t want to spend a small fortune on bite indication.

Not everyone needs Delkims or ATTs.

If these prove to be reliable over time, they could end up being one of the best-value alarm packages available.

Competition Is Good

The more brands competing in this price bracket, the better it is for everyone.

Affordable doesn’t have to mean basic anymore, and these certainly don’t look short on features.

Now the only question is whether they’ll stand up to a few seasons of rain, mud, frost and long sessions on the bank.

What do you think?

  • :+1: Great value?

  • :-1: Would you still save up for Delkims, Fox or Neville alarms?

  • :thinking: Do you like the look of them, or are you with me that the styling isn’t quite there?

It’ll be interesting to hear from anyone who picks up a set once they’ve had a few sessions with them.

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I actually like the look of these and for under 100 quid for 3 thats a bargain. Problem is i already have a set of 3 alarms and dont feel the need to change

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these look decent, will deffo pick up a set when i get paid

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