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Best Handheld Ham Radio for 2022 - my pick of the Top 16 HT Radios, Handie Talkie, Handheld Transceivers, in the Ham Radio world for 2022.
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[@HamRadio2]

Complete List of Radios in this video: www.livefromthehamshack.tv/2022/07/26/best-ht-for-2022/

[@Hangs4Fun]

as info on the AnyTone AT-D878UVII Plus... As of firmware version 2.0.3 (there is newer firmware's, but from 2.0.3 and up), APRS messaging, both TX and RX, is now supported and works very well.

[@ColemanCanna]

Been thinking about redoing my equiptment. thanks for this vid you helped a lot

[@Angel-cz8xf]

What’s the best king range radius ? Not price wise, just simply best quality for range overall. Thank you 🙏

[@HamRadio2]

@@Angel-cz8xf Range totally depends on your specific location and what is around you.

[@Angel-cz8xf]

@@HamRadio2 For example, 2-4 cars driving in highways and cities following each other so we can communicate with one another. Forests or mountain or even regular cities. Which one would be a quality radio to own for far distance like 50 miles or even further with clear reception. It can be the certified pros radio as well. Thank you

[@PaperworkNinja]

I want Kenwood to restart the TH-D74 line. I need another one of these lovely tri-band radios.

[@HamRadio2]

Me too

[@KU9L]

At one time Kenwood promised to make a mobile radio with the same specs at the TH-D74, but not enough folks told them they would buy it so it never got off the ground. I would have bought both as a set, LOL. Dave - KU9L

[@MrZas2485]

@@HamRadio2 What kind of battery life do you get with your D74. I bought a used one and got a new battery for it but it seems to burn through the battery. I was just wondering if this is normal or do i have a radio problem.

[@bills1613]

@@HamRadio2 I got the Kenwood TH-F6 back in the day when they first came out, and never looked back (until recently I've pleasantly been swimming in the Fang pool) To my knowledge at the time they were the ONLY full power triband. About the only place I know that you can find that today is China.

[@neilisawesome]

@@MrZas2485 normal - everyone has the same experience. Buy several batteries and keep GPS off when not needed.

[@davidl.4408]

I bought a Yaesu FT-70DR at Hamvention this year, and I seriously wish that I'd bought an FT-60R instead. The FT-70DR battery life is horrible. The FT-70DR doesn't come with a drop-in charger, and the included charging cable doesn't charge the battery when the radio is turned on. 7 hours to deplete the battery and over 9 hours with the radio powered off to charge. Less than a 50% duty cycle unless you spend the money to buy a spare battery and drop-in charger at a significant additional expense. FT-70D also takes 2 hands to change the volume. Programming the FT-70D using the included programming cable is a test in dexterity trying to follow a crazy sequence of removing batteries, plugging in cables, holding down an button, while plugging in the power cord. Somebody must have been smoking something when they came up with the sequence of steps it takes to program using the included cable...

[@KENCINGBERSALTO]

Price is everything . I prefer a baofeng uv 5r 8w

[@fyrearm]

I just got a new Yaesu VX-6R tri-band radio and LOVE IT!

[@natehowe7975]

Glad you included the VX-6R. I love the wide receiving range.

[@DuckingAround58]

Great list, the Yaesu FT 65 has been my daily carry for a few years now. I have a lot of other more expensive HTs but I always come back to the FT 65. It just works

[@roberttosa2560]

Agree. Just picked up this radio and I use it all the time now.

[@LU7HQW]

I love HT's. I've had several models. My daily use HT is an FT-60, battery modded to interchangeable Li-Ion cells with 2.8 Ah of capacity. Battery saver never used anymore. And with spare cells, never stop usability. Awesome sensitivity in RX, very rugged rig and easy readable screen.

[@pale_2111]

I got a ID-52 in this week, great radio. Hats off to Icom for keeping the menu system the same with their radios. The biggest con is that it doesn't have touchscreen capability.

[@6934lan]

Just got into the radio hobby not very long ago...about 3 weeks now and a lot of the lingo is still very foreign to me. I will say your videos have been very helpful! Thank you for making these videos! oh, and word of the day: tri-band! have a wonderful day!

[@jimcorbin6905]

I love my Wouxun KGUV9D Mate. It’s my EDC radio. R&L Electronics has them in stock for $139.95, free shipping.

[@HamRadio2]

Good info

[@MrTPF1]

I've owned a VX-6R for over 15 years and it's been great. It's a "triband", but in my area there is not much 220 activity. Glad it made the list.

[@HamRadio2]

I have one that I need to unbox and use more often

[@sandmanxo]

I've been out of the game for a few years. It's amazing how much radio you get for your money these days, even more so with inflation. I got my first radio in 1998 or 1999 which was a Yaesu VX-5R for around $400, and it was a 'tri' band that barely outputted 6m and was essentially a dual band radio. I upgraded to a Kenwood F6 triband (2m,1.25m, 7cm) later on that was a much better radio for around the same price nearly a decade later. While Baefang isn't my favorite radio my bay means they did a good job of dropping prices.

[@Bugkiller991]

I am new to Ham radio. I bought a box of radio “stuff” at an estate sale for just a few dollars At the bottom was a FT 60. After purchasing a charger, it’s good to go. Other hams I told have all said that it is a great radio. I do have a aftermarket Li ion battery on the way, and a Black Diamond antenna. I’ve been impressed with it. Maybe not the latest and greatest, but a solid performer. Even if it is not a Tri-band. :)

[@phil2082]

I've got a TYT UV8000D 10 watt handheld. I finally figured out the cross band repeater function. This radio had leagues further transmit distance in the woods than all of the UV-5R radios when I tested it with friends. I have been told that 10 watts is too much power for transmitting near my face, which is concerning. But more transmit power is so useful!

[@ritter6281]

You rock as always, this was a great list. My KG-935G fell off my belt and the PPT button cap popped off, still works though. Word was "tri-band"

[@robertobeltramelli4138]

Jason, i think i am listening to-the Ham Radio Shopping Channel! Having owned a Ham Store for 20 years, i wish You Tubers were around in the 1990’s and 2000 time frame. We had Eham to send newbies and occasional buyers to read reviews. Being out of the business for 15 years, i find your channel very helpful! Keep up the good work! I missed catching up with you at Hamvention.

[@grfd711]

I've already bought my new portable for this year (Yaesu FT-70DR since I wanted a budget entry into Fusion). But, glad you put this video up for a brief comparison, especially for the various reasons folks would want a radio (budget, digital capability, memory capacity, quality, dual band/TRIband, etc). Thanks!

[@whiteb0rd]

Looking for the link to a DMR codeplug for the Anytone 878 you mentioned at around 27:43 ?

[@timriles8465]

I am probably to most novice Ham Radio person that listened to this video. The content and reviews were very helpful to get me started. OH... key word TRIBAND... yes, I was listening. What is the best way to get started and educated in the Ham Radio community?

[@ed7519]

I'd like to know myself.

[@john3kbs]

Love my VX-6R - its my GO TO. I have been amazed at the 220 band. I have several HT's - and usually end up carrying this one.

[@hbryant1971]

I like the Yaesu FT 5D best. Mine arrived last year with "free-band" TX from 138-179Mhz and 400-480Mhz. I suppose residing "overseas" does have some advantages. From what I read, USA customers must perform Micro Surgery with a soldering iron and tweezers to achieve this.

[@northboundbluevolvo5890]

I love my FT-60. Why? Because it's the only HT radio I've found with a an actual squelch knob. Yes, it's dated (2004) and the battery tech is obsolete (Ni-MH), but it has great audio, great TX power, banana-fingered user-accessible buttons, and a great feel in my hand. If there were a radio that had this same form factor, with an external squelch knob, and a Li-Ion battery, i would buy it instantly. And 220 would be great too. (TriBand!) Actually, my BridgeCom 220 radio is also excellent.

[@stratforddave]

Got my technician license over a year ago, but needed the money to invest in equipment. Now looking to buy (at minimum) a tri-band HT. Thanks for the review of these HTs. Key word, of course, being tri-band.

[@rohnkd4hct260]

I have two of the VX-6R "TRI- BAND" radios . They are fine radios. I also have the TH-D74 another great radio. But the IC-51 is hard to beat.

[@chrisgannon-KE8UGS]

(Tri-Band) VX-6R is my Go-To, Rock Solid. Also use a FT-4X for general everyday use.

[@rider275]

I recently passed by technician license exam. Thank you for this informative video. I am looking to purchase an HT that is a digital radio.Tri-band is the word of the day.

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks for watching and congratulations on the new license

[@jr4062]

Hello. Thought I’d give an honorable mention to I believe is an American made ssb walkie talkie. I believe it is from the late sixties or early seventies. I don’t know if it was the first ssb ever made, it is almost the same size as a realistic cb 101b, just slightly larger and wider, very slight. It is a brick, rectangle steel construction, 2 plastic knobs on top of the radio, only tuning for just one sideband, push button switch for signal/battery meter(red and green colors), and in the rear, a power/charging plug, and foldable door latch battery cover, which the rechargeable battery pack can’t be removed but you can view it through the battery door latch. The side has the uhf connector for a uhf antenna, with a support bracket for a right angle antenna. The antenna it came with is slightly wider near the bottom because it is a 5 mega cycle transceiver. Made by American States Electronics in Mtn. View, CA when they were in business. I can’t find any info on the company, much less the model number.

[@cbtaylor10]

Tri-band, baby!! I have two of them; BTech UV-5X3, VX-6R.

[@JaronActual]

A big advantage of the 5X3 over a normal UV-5R is the display sync feature, which locks the upper and lower display lines together so you can see a memory's name and frequency at the same time. You can also alter a memory slot and resave the changes, whereas a normal 5R requires you to delete and recreate the memory. And I vouch for Btech's service. I accidentally fried my 5X3 and they replaced it at only the cost of shipping. Since the 220 MHz band isn't available in Japan ( only ITU 2 has privileges there ), I don't think the Japanese manufacturers really care about offering compelling 220 features on their radios. And unfortunately the demand for them is in a self-fulfilling death spiral. When I was first getting my license, every ham I asked told me to not bother with 220 because no one used it. They didn't seem to realize that no one used it because there weren't many radios available for it. My big gripe with the established radio manufacturers like Yaesu, Kenwood, etc is they don't seem to care at all about the lower-budget market. Their entry HTs are all old designs with crap displays and horrible menu systems. Yes, their front-ends and filters are better than the cheap Chinese radios, but that rarely matters if the HT is only using local repeaters 99% of the time. I'd prefer a display that can show more than six characters at a time. Imagine something like the FT-60 or FT-70 with slightly updated internal circuitry, a bigger, better display, and improved controls and menus for $200 - $250. Yes, the FT-5D and ID-52 are fantastic radios, but most people don't want to spend $500+ on a handheld, when those are prone to heavier wear and abuse.

[@GaijinTonic]

Are you in Japan mate.

[@jaynesjunction]

I really hope the extend that lock to other models via firmware - seems a simple add

[@TheDynamicMediaGroup]

Great video Jason! I agree that the Tri-Band radios are very cool -- would love to see the Kenwood TH-D74 back online! For now I went for the Anytone AT-D878 UVII+ after viewing your review. For DMR programing, the various videos was the ticket to easily program this radio. 73 from KC1OJP

[@MikeN2MAK]

I got the BTECH 5x3 tri-band HT last year and like it. I brought it to Hamvention and it didn’t pass the ARRL testing for spurious emissions. I got it for a SHTF radio anyways, so I’m not too worried. I wanted to try 220 and it works with all the inexpensive Baofeng UV-5R accessories, so it’s good for what I got it for. I’ve got my eyes on the Yaesu VX-6R triband HT as the upgrade from Yaesu FT-4XR, which was my first and is my primary HT (and I think that model should’ve made the list with FT-65, but maybe next time). 73, N2MAK

[@hankfox4170]

Great lineup Jason. I don't disagree with any of them. What surprises me about the manufacturers is that they don't include some very small improvements that would make a world of differences. It's almost like they want a flaw in each piece of equipment. I'm also very surprised at the lack of power for the triband radio 220mHz band. 1.5w? Really? at 220m you can't punch through a Rhodendron bush with 1.5w. To use a repeater, you'd have to be within a couple hundred yards of it. There's no reason with today's Lithium Ion batteries that an HT can't be designed with a minimum of 10w on all bands. Anyway, great episode! 73

[@JaronActual]

My understanding is that since 220 MHz isn't an integer multiple or divisor to either 144 - 148 MHz or 430 - 450 MHz ( whereas those two are almost a perfect 3X aprt ), operating on 220 MHz requires different/additional circuitry. And since only ITU 2 has amateur privileges to the 220 MHZ band, such a radio would be a US model only. It's easy to make one hardware model of a 2m/70cm radio and then just use soft-locks to adjust available freqs for the regions. Making two different hardware variants would be much more expensive. When they do make a 220 MHz model, they probably put just enough extra money in to get basic operation, but nothing else.

[@johnwest7993]

I think the RF final amp is capable of producing just as much power. But I wouldn't be surprised if they are just reducing RF power a bit and sending it through the 2 meter output filter and the rest of the power is dissipated in the filter. Think of the 220 output as an afterthought slapped on to an earlier design to add another band without adding any cost.

[@3henry214]

I'll be taking my Tech license exam next weekend... have been monitoring the local repeaters with the infamous UV5R and it's certainly has whet my appetite for getting on the air. Your video was great timing as I was considering getting a Tri-band to reward myself if/when I pass. There's just such a dizzying array of radios out there for a nubbie to wade through and figure out what to buy... so this helps out a lot, thanks so much!!

[@superblondeDotOrg]

did you pass?

[@Texas2WheeledRider]

Triband!!! Funny my first HT was a FT530, dual band dual receive and Crossband repeat capability, I bought it with the Yaesu Digital display mic and bought an aftermarket 1500mw battery and cradle charger. I spent just over $500 at Hamcom that year and waited for my license to arrive in the mail. (KC5JBE) finally showed up several weeks later this was in 1994 about the time your were licensed. Now I see a radio I like and we are back into the $400 range again!!! Keep making the videos and I'll keep watching 73 NE5B

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks

[@rustyhaddock7954]

I have two of the BTech UV-5x3s, one of which just after they came out. Bought them on a Black Friday special on Amazon and the other on a Prime Day (but got it straight from SOUTH Dakota). Both were $45 so... hard to turn down. My go-to radidios. Also got the Nagoya tri-band antennas for them but sometimes that extra height can be annoying -- stock dual-bander works just fine. Nice job on the review. Tri-band.

[@JaronActual]

If you want a tri-band antenna that's easier to carry around, check out the Smiley 27000 telescopic antenna. I've been using it for years on my 5X3 and it performs very well.

[@roberttosa2560]

The comments on your videos are usually value add and this one is no exception. Great video. Thanks for your review on these radios. Much appreciated.

[@amtrak1007]

Triband is the way to go! Need all the help we can get making 220 great again!!!!!

[@MrBracey1970]

Tri-band the FT60 and the VX6R aren't available in the UK anymore unfortunately.Ive just bought (again) a FT70D ,as long as you get an extra battery and a quick charger it's very hard to beat as an easy to operate digital voice radio,that is also brilliant on 2m and 70cm. I use a Ft4 and a FT65 for satellite work.

[@brentjohnson6654]

Another great video, Jason. I like the TYT for a cheap HT. I already have the Anytone 878 which is fantastic on analog. The anytone is good, but programming it is cumbersome (not impossible, just more involved than I would like when I am on the run). I will likely use the 878 as a mobile radio (I am installing M&P coax in the truck for Shark Sticks - more on that later). Tri-Band is the tag for listening to your whole video. I always listen to the whole videos. KZbin has many virtual HamClubs for us that are not near one that is active. Again, thanks for your videos, I always like learning and watching your videos. All the best, 73 de KI5HXM

[@bereadyeveryday6764]

Really love your videos, as you know. The Top and Best of videos are always fun. Really like all the tri-band radios on this year's list.

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks

[@tomperone9338]

I'm quickly growing to love the UV-13 PRO. I initially got it for my go bag, as I figured the USB charging would give me a lot of options. But I'm also loving the memories, the SYNC feature, and the ability to program a skip from the keypad during a scan. Now if Baofeng would just make a **tri-band** version of this radio!

[@HamRadio2]

Yeah it's a step forward, for sure

[@jesseobrien5864]

@Tom Perone Howdy Tom. I live in Oregon and I'd like to be able to hear emergency services (if the grid shuts down), and get help for me and the seniors if we have no power or electricity someday. I'm basically the youngest guy in an old folks home. I'm disabled. Anyway. Studying for Ham Tech License. Is this a good radio to begin with? And do you mean log skip as in if I hear a transmission I can program that channel? God Bless 🙌

[@paulwilson8672]

Great video's. Pleas keep them coming. I'm new to HAM. I have the last two radios you showed, plus several Baofeng. The Baofeng is a great cheap radio. If anything happens to it its not a great loss. The Chirp software makes it really easy to setup and get started. I'm learning how to use the FT-5DR. I like the scope feature on it. It is miniature spectrum analyzer and helps you visually see channels being used. You can also pick up airport frequencies. I haven't been able to do that with the Baofengs. I'm looking into the ARPS feature on the FT-5DR. There is a lot to it. I need to setup the Bluetooth to the car radio so I can listen while driving. May need to get a magnetic antenna for the car. Eventually I will get to the ICOM. I have ABBREE foldable tactical antennas on all my radios. Fun stuff!!! The wife and kids just gives me a funny look.

[@johnwest7993]

Years ago I modified a couple of old rock-bound GE commercial rigs for 220 MHz. Then I set up a repeater, and even though I didn't put tones on it a friend and I were the only hams who ever used it even though it covered a city of 70 thousand people. So I took it back down after a year or so. Hopefully now more hams will get 220 radios and start using the band. Because last time I checked, hams were primary users on 220 MHz but only secondary users on 70 cm. Being a secondary user on 70 cm means that some commercial entity could set something up on a major repeater frequency and the repeater would have to shut down. That tells me we should be on 220 MHz, not 440 MHz.

[@daniele.markle6428]

We need more triband radios! Come on vendors, if BaoFeng can add 1.25m for trivial cost so can you, I sure don't mind paying a few more bucks for another band to explore.

[@dougbotimer8005]

I’ve haD a Yeasu VX-7R, discontinued quad-band sibling of the tri-band VX-6R, for years. Earlier this year the 7R experienced a sensitivity issue on NFM, so I got an FT-70DR. Many reasons for choosing the 70, to much for here. Long story short, the 70 was the gateway (think gateway drug) into digital, System Fusion. So far I’ve found two nearby Fusion repeaters, SE MI. So a week ago, I got the FT-5DR. It is amazing. Your overview barely scratched the surface. P.S. Yeasu was able to repair my workhorse VX-7R; although shipping was as costly as the actual repair.

[@bktx1975]

Nice to see some triband radios still in the mix. It's amazing how ham radio has gotten less expensive over the years. I have four HT's now - A Kenwood TH-D74A, Yaesu FT3DR, Alinco DJ-MD5T, and a Motorola XPR-6580 for 33cm. All of them great, though if I had to do it over I'd get the Anytone 878 instead of the Alinco since I believe it can hold a larger contact list. I don't understand why Icom insists on sticking with DPRS instead of APRS. I'm not an APRS user, but DPRS doesn't seem very useful to me.

[@djsuperkph]

I don't use Ham Radio for Ham hehehehe since 1996 I've been using Commercial Equipment for Ham ... Love the XPR-6580 and the XIRP8200 and 8268 and XTS3000 for HAM really just love the LOUD clear CD quality speakers compared to the typical ham Tape Deck Sound never was into it. Being a Bench Tech for Yaesu and Kenwood over the years, you get this acquired taste of quality sound to your ears. It's not for everyone.

[@thomasbruzan9463]

Another great show Jason. Now I want a triband ht.

[@jeffreyfritz5866]

Good review video! I own several of these HTs and agree with virtually everything that you said about those radios. Oh yes, triband!

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks for watching!

The Radioddity GS-5B can be also found as SenHaix 8800. I have the 8600, which doesn't have the bluetooth or the bottom flashlight but keeps all the other functions and it's a very nice radio.

[@Jeff-KN6UDG]

Triband Triband, I have the three you featured. I agree that the AnyTone DT878UVII Plus is a great radio. I don’t know why but I think I’ll have to own the Yaesu FY5DR now. Thanks Jason KN6UDG

[@corrinatopnik4701]

I'm new to ham radios and am trying to learn about them so that I can decide what I need. Wow, is there ever a lot to consider. Thanks for the detailed info on all the ones you discussed and "triband" is the tag for listening to the end. Even though I don't have one yet, I now know there are many more things that I need to learn and consider prior to my purchase. I'll check out more of your videos. Thanks again.

[@mikemcdonald5147]

triband radios have come a long way glad to see more TRIBAND Radios

[@gregsmith1116]

Jason, great video. I like the list and I have always liked more capable HT radios - especially if they are triband.

[@vivadivine250]

New prepper here. Learning as I go. Thank u

[@HamRadio2]

Welcome

[@wbjamison5517]

Thanks for bringing me up-to-date on the HTs out there. Need a tri-band to round out my shack.

[@HamRadioLady]

Tri band. Excellent presentation, thanks again, Jason.

[@LevyCarneiro]

The Anytone does support timed APRS beacon, meaning it sends my location via APRS every X seconds. It also does a transmit after PTT end or before.

[@IrregularInterest]

Also worth mentioning it does support APRS messaging.

[@LevyCarneiro]

@@IrregularInterest thanks, good to know.

[@HamRadio2]

Yes I mentioned the PTT beacon. It's good to know that the new firmware has these features

[@thefucrew9865]

Thank you for all of this information and selections !!! Question: if I go for my Ham license (certification), do I have to pay for a recertification course every year (or 3 ?) ? Asking due to being retired, and on a fixed income....for purchasing of equipment and such. We (our family of 4) have some walkie talkies (Midland Walkabouts, and other Walmart-purchased versions), but are concerned with range (we live in Chicago), and were wondering about using a "stronger" kind of "base" radio to be used as a "retrans" station. Someone had suggested a Baofeng AR-152, and your video suggesting the Baofeng UV-9R Pro (I think) came up while I was looking on KZbin for information on the AR-152. It was very interesting and informative, that was well put out and easy to comprehend...especially, as an adult that doesn't know much about that stuff now. (Was in the Army, and used PRC-77, PRC-117/119 A/B SinCARS, used AN-292 antennas, etc., and were just getting the iComms inter-squad radios when I was getting out) I know signal propagation will be an issue in the city, but are looking into something for going out to the "woods"/Forest Preserves locally. Thank you for any reply, in advance.

[@felts8031]

Triband and with that alone I went with the Prime day deal and got a pair of 5x3 radios. I'm not into the ARPS or bigger ham stuff yet, but having more bands to listen to possibly in a HT is nice, and all my 5R stuff plays with it. I'm guessing the next steps past this might be the DMR radios but need to figure that stuff out before I go spending money on those.

[@TheDexterFishbourne]

I want my Icom IC-Δ1A back... Loved that radio.

[@fixyournet]

My Friends! I found the QYT KT-8R Is a Quad Band 8 watt handheld that goes from 136-174.995 220-270.99.5 350-395 and 400-480.995 and works great on the W fleet!!!

[@jessiehorne]

When I get my first Ham ticket I plan on getting myself the Yaesu VX-6R as it is a nice sturdy radio. The added benefit of it being a triband makes it an even better choice.

[@matthewst.george8880]

A cool radio that I like for analog only is the Tera TR-590. It appears to be only available from powerwerx radios and is also supported by them. I use this as my ski patrol radio and is reliable when I need comms during a legit emergency. Check it out they also offer DMR and GMRS.

[@MrCablecowboy73]

Once I pass the Technician test, I already can tell I'm going to need something better than a UV-5R, lol. Not because you only said it a couple of times, but tri-band seems like a great feature. Either a Yaesu VX-6R or a mobile. I'm still undecided right now.

[@longrider42]

I suggest for an HT, the TYT UV8000D. It is 2m/70cm, and on one frequency, it will put out 10 watts. I have the E model and its my go to radio. Been a ham since 2016

[@aaronderossett3998]

Try band my mother said.... i got beat up ;P This super helpful as a prospective H.A.M. I only saw the base stations that cost $x,000 and thought it was out of reach. Thanks!

[@HamRadioLiveShow]

Great work here Jason! THANKS For everything my friend!! Best wishes mate! Larry

[@alvarogaitan2529]

ICOM 52A SECOND KENWOOD THD74A AND YAESU FTDR5D

[@betterbprepared]

TRIBAND: Love the list. Will hopefully be taking the TECHNICIAN exam this weekend and then jump right into studying for the General. I bought the FT5DR and love it, at least listening to it so far. Hope I get my call sign soon because I am getting an itchy trigger finger for the PTT button. I like the looks and features of the FT70DR as well, maybe for the wife and boys. I'd get them a radio with more features but they are only looking at having a radio for emergency communications vs me looking at it as a "sport" :) Take care and 73!

[@angeldelvax7219]

I've been playing with a baofeng DM-X for a few years, just to check out DMR. Really, a fun radio for the price. A few days ago I got the AT-D878UVII plus.... It's about 6 times as expensive as the DM-X, but man what a HUGE difference! Never had the budget for a radio like this before. and honestly, it's one of the best radio's I ever used. Including some professional TETRA radio's I workes with when I was upgrading fire detection and prevention systems in a few hospitals in the Netherlands! Yes Hytera has REAL good professional radios... But I still prefer the anytone! Would be nice if it could do multi-mode though. Switch between DMR / Dstar / YSF and Tetra... But DMR and analog is just fine by me too! Still figuring out the APRS options.... And yes, I'm using it in tri-band mode. The UV automatically set output power to medium at max in this mode, the UVII does NOT! It still has full TX power on all bands!

[@jtnous]

Excellent, well organized, explained the features so they make sense to me -- I am studying for the technician exam so you know I need lots of expert advice. Thank you! 😊

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks for watching

[@slamskie1]

Jason...great video as always. I got the the Wouxun UV9PX from BSR based on your earlier review of it, great radio...still trying to nail down the programing on it as it has been a little hinky in that aspect but man some great features.

[@YayaOrchid]

Love your videos. GMRS user right now but studying for HAM test. What is your suggestion for my 1st Ham HT. I have UV-5R which everybody has.

[@HamRadio2]

This video answers that. Additionally, check out the new HT from QRZ that is being offered for a deep discount to new Hams - www.qrz.com/jumpstart

[@j1lakenan1]

So many awesome tri-band radios to choose from

[@BobN.WB1EVU]

Nice to see more tri-band radios. 220 is so under used.

[@2012elf]

Great video would like to see more Tri-band radios. I really like my Anytone radio and my Icom ID-52a

[@ssere]

​ @Ham Radio 2.0 Jason.. the only thing I would add when doing these would be if they are water resistant or proof.. I specifically bought a VX-6R because of its water proof characteristic. As always your videos are spot on.. I appreciate you taking the time to do this years review. Hey by chance you know when ICOM might come out with another HF Mobile radio ? I think the IC-7000 was fantastic Ive been searching for one but they are hard to come by. Anyhoot enjoy your day.. we are feeling the heat here in Delaware this week.. its been miserable ... 73 K3MOT "TRI-BAND"

[@debbiejessup3784]

Thanks for all the great info. Lots to think about. Word is tri-band. I am a new ham so I only know 2 meters so far. Looking toward the future so this video is very helpful, thanks!!!

[@kb2cyf]

I have the older Yaesu vx-7r tri-band, but it's 6m, 2m, and 70cm with extensive receive coverage AM and FM and actually will do 300 mW on the 220 band. Guess it was the big brother to the vx-6r. My 7R is still going strong at twenty years now.

[@philabernathy1868]

Thanks for your work in these videos. I did not order a tri-band, but the BetterSafeRadio Wouxun (back-ordered, but soon to be shipped).

[@KU9L]

My old Kenwood TH-6 is a TRIBAND radio also, plus receives from Broadcast to about 500 Mhz. It just keeps working and working. Never figured out how to program it via a PC but now I only have Acer Chromebooks and it looks like I won't be able to get Chirp as an APP for my Chrome Browser, but I can dream can't I, LOL. - Dave - KU9L

[@TS-my9yq]

Great info all the way to the end, especially about “Tri Band” radios.

[@stephenrahauiser7760]

Great video Jason, thank you for sharing! At one time I almost bought the Baofeng 5X Tri-Band .

[@GeorgeAdams]

I have the Wouxun KG-S88G for GMRS and KG-S72C for CB (including FM). I would definitely buy a ham version of that S series, especially if it were triband. But having AM on a handheld got me thinking. Why aren’t there any HTs with upper side band? One of those S series radios with 2m USB and FM could be a lot of fun.

[@sinisterpisces]

Thanks for the great video. I'm just getting into all this, and roundups like this are super-helpful. I really wish the FT5DR was tri-band ... I ended up grabbing one of the tri-band antennas you mentioned so I could stick it on my SDR and see which of the local 1.25m repeaters I can pick up. Thanks for the recommendation on those. :)

[@Relayer1974]

Thanks for all the triband love!

[@stevenjones3356]

Great review. If I could only carry one HT forever, it would be the Yeasu FT-60.

[@andrewpapadakos2807]

Another great video. I have the Wouxun UV-9D. it's a great little radio. Yaesu FT5DR is next! "TRI-BAND" might be on the list also! 73

[@pauljconroysr4080]

Ham Radio 2.0 > Jason as a newbie looking into ham ; i would of like d a chart in here for comparison some where of all the radios you discussed here for easier comparison after the video .(even if i gotto go to an off site to view it ) :) But i love the work you do on the video as they areclear concise and direct to the point , and you are very honest it seems through all of the radio work you do . ** Tri-Band**

[@whitetiger8652]

Where is the best place to buy radios from? They all seem like they want to rip a buyer off by not including vital accessories in the package. Appreciate the videos.

[@mindcaptive]

Tri-band. There, i watched you all the way through.😊 Please, next time mention the power out on 1.5M for all the models. Some of the factory literature is very weak on that.

[@HamRadio2]

I have another video for that.

[@chiefjoslin7275]

I love your list of best 2022 HT radios I now know that I have to upgrade from my VX-8 quad band to a new digital HT I will have to settle for a dual band not a triband radio the AnyTone looks good.

[@dougherman2717]

Doug(KD0TG) I have an Anytone D878UVII Plus and love it! Great radio!

[@HamRadio2]

Good choice

[@fepatton]

“Tri-band” 😄 The Chinese radios concern me for beginner use, as many advertise extended transmit capabilities, and they have had issues in the past with spurious emissions, which I don’t think speaks well about the manufacturers’ commitment to local regulations. I have the “legal” Baofeng GT-5R and it’s a nice little radio, but the PTT button is really easy to push, and if I were listening off-band, I’d be worried about accidentally transmitting. (Never mind the guy who used one of these radios to transmit to emergency services off-band on PURPOSE!) Two things I don’t worry about with my Yaesu and Icom radios are a) transmitting out of band, and b) spurious in and out of band noise transmissions.

[@johnscrip5322]

Tri-band or not, we need more 1.25m options. I spend more time on 220 than just about everything else combined.

[@cory57]

If the tri-band VX-6R had full 4 or 5 watts on 220 and dual display, I'd pay a good chunk of money for it. But the lack of those two features just makes it a hard sell compared to BTech and TYT's offerings.

[@johnfoster5221]

One of the features I have found to be important is battery life. I have found that the wouxon radios will self discharge sitting on the desk. The FT 70 has a short battery life. Not a good feature. Maybe something to mention in future videos.

[@lixandruconstantin650]

What you say about ABBREE AR 869? At under 100$ have full band- 108-520 Mhz, GPS , bluetooth programming, usc -C charging, color display.

[@HamRadio2]

I've seen that one but never toyed with it.

[@clwatts]

Tri band. And I really think I want one of these. But still building the shack and dealing with antenna and HOA stuff.

[@Jean_mcnasty]

I'd like to check out your anytone 878 codeplug. Can I get the link?

[@DishNetworkDealerNEO]

I asked the question yesterday and Jason replied with the above link.

[@briantalley8415]

I'm still enjoying my Kenwood TH-F6a triband. But that KG-UV9PX will be my next purchase. Thanks for the video - these are really helpful!

[@HamRadio2]

That's a good one

[@mitstax]

I've had 1 for 9 months. Great radio