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The Baofeng UV-5R is a compact handheld dual-band VHF/UHF transceiver with 4 watts of output, 128 memory channels and 50 CTCSS plus 104 DCS tones. It stands out on value: a dual-frequency display, dual standby, VOX and a built-in LED flashlight come in a small, light body. It suits beginners, hobbyists and preppers who want a cheap first radio or a spare, but its front end is prone to overload and its stock antenna and manual are weak. Rivals like the Yaesu FT-65R and Icom IC-T10 cost far more but are cleaner on receive and easier to program.
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Lowest price we've seen: $45.85 on Nov 10 at Newegg. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.
Owners treat the UV-5R as a great value entry radio: cheap, light and capable of real dual-band work. Many complain about weak receive in RF-dense areas, a poor stock antenna and confusing menus, and most upgrade the antenna and program it by cable.
The Baofeng UV-5R is a compact handheld dual-band two-way radio with 4 watts of output power. It has a large LCD display that shows two frequencies at once, and it supports dual standby.
The radio stores 128 channels and supports 50 CTCSS and 104 DCS codes. It has a built-in VOX function and an LED flashlight.
