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The BF-888S is Baofeng's basic UHF handheld, sold here as a pair. Each radio has 16 channels, CTCSS/DCS tone squelch, VOX hands-free transmit, a built-in LED flashlight with SOS strobe, and a rechargeable battery. Range is quoted at up to 8 km, but that is open-terrain best case; in buildings and dense city you should expect far less. It suits casual users who want cheap, simple radios for a group, not licensed operators who need clean spectrum or advanced features. Against mid-range brands it is louder on price and thinner on build, filtering and accessories.
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Lowest price we've seen: $26.99 on Nov 7 at Groupon. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 7.
Owners treat the BF-888S as a cheap, functional starter radio. They like the price, the simple controls and the included charging dock, and many use them for family outings, events and site work. Complaints focus on flimsy build, noisy audio and real-world range far below the advertised figure.
This is a set of two Baofeng BF-888S two-way radios in black. Each radio has 16 channels and a rechargeable battery. The housing is made of PP plastic.
The radios support CTCSS/DCS reception, which helps keep conversations clear and uninterrupted. VOX allows hands-free transmission. A built-in LED flashlight has a steady-on mode and an SOS strobe mode.
Talk range is 0 to 8 km, depending on terrain.
