Is this the BEST GMRS/HAM Radio of 2024? Tidradio H8 Gen 2 Review

In this video, we give our honest review of the Tidradio H8 Gen 2 radio to help you decide whether to buy or pass on this product.
We'll cover the features, performance, and overall value of this radio to help you make an informed decision. Whether you're in the market for a new radio or just curious about this product, be sure to watch this video before making your final decision.
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[@Rubi747HVY]

I just ordered it. I needed a spare to use outside the jeep. Great price especially with the discount code. Thanks

[@gmeister03]

I have the gen2. Best radio I own

[@keathrhymer5449]

using mine since June 2023 now on ver 3 . batteries are 2500 mah only issue ever had is 2 batteries went bad they replaced within a week love the radio my ft60r sits on my desk now. my output ranges 9.5 to 10.5 the extra 5 makes a big difference on repeater hitting when in ems activation downtown Indy with all the buildings

[@Moonshine54321]

They haven’t advertised a version 3. Do you mean a version 2, and there is a software upgrade? How do you download a software update without a computer or laptop? I only have my iPhone and iPad.

[@keathrhymer5449]

@@Moonshine54321 yes they have it but only can download and install via computer and program cable. there have been many it wont install and honestly there was nothing in it to even bother with it

[@Moonshine54321]

@@keathrhymer5449 Cool. Thank you for that. I’m planning on getting one. Do you use the antenna it came with, or an aftermarket one?

[@keathrhymer5449]

@@Moonshine54321 When i got my H8 last year got the package with 2 bats spkr mic and 2 ant I use the long one and it has worked with no issues for reaching the fringe2 repeaters i use from work that i need the 10.5 watts for i tried the short tone testing for the 2 repeaters and the long one made the difference

[@Moonshine54321]

@@keathrhymer5449 Excellent. Thanks!

[@CliffR]

Just receiived mine today and only got 1 antenna not two. I got ripped off. On the inside of the battery area does your radio say TD-H8 or does it have a v2 (or some other indicator)? You stated 3,000 mAh but I only see 2,500 mAh. What does your actual battery say (not just the specs you are reading from your tablet).

[@TrailTraveler]

I’m ok try to remember to bring it in from the jeep the next time I go out

[@josephcampbell1693]

The HAM version has 10 watts. The Tid-H8(M)

[@nickl3872]

Thank you

[@robertyoung9589]

Can the radio be programmed from the keyboard?

[@TrailTraveler]

It sure can, I just find it easier using the software

[@robertyoung9589]

@@TrailTraveler I received mine today and I'm OK with programing from the keypad. I have owned many HT's over the past 50 years and this is a very good radio for the money. Not an FT 70 but good for the money.

[@wandering_gnome2868]

Why do you need a license to use this? Plus, how is it even confirmed that the user has said license?

[@TrailTraveler]

Why: because the government says so. There really isn’t any enforcement unless you are doing some pretty illegal things and then the fcc will track the location of your signal.

[@-JeepinJason-]

Thanks for the informative review Kerry. Something I noticed on their website is that they have a bright green option that might be nice for visibility, sometimes my black GMRS blends in with the floor of my Jeep or the junk in my garage when I am looking for it, that green would sure stand out! They also have Crystal (see through) option that seems like it would get dirty quickly.

[@Chris-sf7ug]

Picked one up for my 2nd radio after a uv-5r. Been playing with it for a few days and really like it!

[@gravityreactors]

I just purchased mine this week and I'm also coming from a UV-5R. How has your experience been so far?

[@michaeleber4752]

I live in Colombia so I definitely do not need NOAA!!

[@kchaney56]

I have 10 Gen 2 radios and it is the best.

[@adamreynolds8270]

I enjoyed the review. Ive been thinking about getting this TD H8 v2 for a while now. Sounds like this will be my next radio. One question, does it tx on channel 15 GMRS. I have a Baofeng UV-9G i got for Christmas tgat does not tx on that channel. Still need to hook it up to chirp to see if its a settings thing or not.

[@TrailTraveler]

I am pretty sure it can but I can't confirm it because it is in my Jeep and my Jeep is in the shop right now. I should be getting it back today sometime.

[@DitoZBR]

You are só talentted.

[@Ashierkert]

Me and wife are enjoying hiking and outdoors and thinking about buying a walkie talkie and it lead me to this brand. I have zero idea on grms and hams. I like the fm radio capabilities. This might not be the right gadget for me since we have to get license? Securing both license is hard? Would you recommend me a good product instead or it will be worth securing license for the grms and ham?

[@TrailTraveler]

Only one of you needs a license and there is no test for it. Its just $35 for 10 years. One license is good for the immediate family. I really like this radio and the Ailunce HA1G.

[@mafiacracy]

Got 2 for the crew. Thanks for the heads up!!

[@RS4393]

I was under the impression that both antennas could be used with gmrs. Was I misinformed?

[@TrailTraveler]

They “can” but the longer one will not be as effective with GMRS, it even has the frequency range right on it.

[@jaybdvm]

Nagoya makes the 771G specifically for GMRS