The Baofeng UV-5R and the Baofeng GT-5R are closely related, yet one does have the edge over the other, as any user who has used the two will quickly notice. While the Baofeng UV-5R is an excellent entry-level ham radio, some users have had complaints. Apart from having a few legal concerns, some users think … Read more
The Baofeng UV-5R and the Retevis RT-5R are two ham radio choices that will delight users with their impressive features. Below we will help you decide which one will meet your needs. Table of Contents Key differences between Baofeng and Retevis Feature/Specification Baofeng UV-5R Retevis RT-5R Frequency Range VHF / UHF144-148 MHz 400-480 MHz VHF … Read more
As we discussed in an earlier post, the Baofeng UV-82 series of walkie-talkie is a newer version of the UV-5R. It features a newer chip set and offers some features that are not available in its predecessor. In this post we look at the differences between the UV-82 and the UV-82HP. Table of Contents Comparison … Read more
GMRS radio systems are used to communicate on hiking and camping trips and in general where there’s no cellular coverage. They offer the benefit of long range – up to 20 miles – and are built for frequent use and in rugged terrain. As the market for GMRS products grows, the number of new products … Read more
CB (Citizens Band) radio and ham (amateur) radio are both popular forms of communication that cater to different audiences and purposes. Understanding the key differences between these two can help you decide which one might suit your needs better. We’ll highlight the main features of each communication technology and explain similarities and differences. Table of … Read more
