the noobie,
Actually, the antenna on the Patriot is a pretty good antenna. Have you had an issue with it? We have not heard of issues with that antenna. As you know, on some of our remotes, there is no retractable antenna, and there have been some issues with those as well. By having the retractable antenna, you can choose to extend it all the way up for maximum range, of if you are calling with the caller in closer proximity, you don't need to extend it at all. It's also much easier for transporting and storage if the antenna is in the down position.
In regards to the Inferno, it has more features (FOXBANG is a very popular feature for many people), and a larger lcd screen. We have a caller for everyones needs and budget. Let me know if I can be of further assistance.
Mike Dillon