This May Be The BEST GMRS Radio You Can Buy! The TidRadio TD-H3 GMRS & Ham Radio Review

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The TidRadio TD-H3 is a combination GMRS radio and ham radio. This means that it is legal for use on amateur radio bands and on GMRS. The TDH3 from TidRadio also has several features that most GMRS radios do not have, such as full-radio configuration cloning over the air, both USB-C charging AND programming, and the ability to program the radio via Bluetooth from your smartphone. In this video I do a full review of TidRadio's new TD-H3 ham-radio and GMRS radio combination hand-held walkie-talkie radio.
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Ole sniffy! 😂

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[@TheNotaRubicon]

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[@Barracuda48082]

Another Nice, pair of Tids ya have there, Ill have to get a pair to squeeze and manipulate around on my desk too, and a long, hard test drive.... Another fine review I may add..

[@derekschinke2512]

I love watching your videos at 4x speed, because then it sounds normal lol

[@kenrangen]

Close. I put my playback speed at 1.5x and now it sounds normal.

[@FosterFarmsOk]

sad hams need people to talk slow to them.

[@matthewkowalsky4874]

I play the video at 1.25 to 2x speeds as well

[@bobrowers]

perhaps biden talks faster? maybe steven wright is faster?

[@BradfordStokes]

He's a genius. Found a way to beat the system. Take a 5 min vid and turn it into a 20 mins vid.

[@rbselfdefense3868]

I watched in another video about this radio that the “normal” mode is a kind of unlock mode that allows to use HAM and GMRS frequencies at the same time, but than again I am a noob in this subject, and you are my main source of knowledge. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@sambreadon9652]

*sigh* Thank you for yet again convincing me to buy yet another radio. I need a bigger box to toss it in after the initial 2 weeks interest and use expires. 😂

[@TheNotaRubicon]

The sickness is real!

[@philliprickman1394]

Not sure mine hold my interest two weeks 😅

[@Francois_Dupont]

do like him and make a radio wall!

[@Klaatu_]

I know. I hope I haven't missed my amazon return window. Thank God for Amazon return. Well, if I did miss the window at least the UV-5R wasn't that much.

[@z3phyrdok]

Or just re-sell it on the Amazon's 😅

[@AnthonyP2A]

Thanks for the Ferris reference.

[@larryfromtoledo]

Righteous DUDE !

[@williamnichols6282]

Ok, ok, you talked me into buying the Baofeng G Plus, (two of them) now I just ordered two of these. You are very convincing. I have been a ham for many years and it was your u-tube site that caused me to get into GMRS. I want to thank you for that and wish Zenew to watch over you and keep you safe from "some people".

[@spicemasterii6775]

Have you enabled Roger beep? 😂 I just bought a boofwang too.

[@lenframe]

Yeah me too! LOL. My collection is growing

[@maikerumine]

Wholesome comment!

[@Klaatu_]

Right there with you. 🙂

[@Thadopeera]

🤣💯💯💪🏾

[@Private290]

Another great video. Thank you. Caught you on HRCC last week and enjoyed the video as well. Thanks for your content.

[@MarcosUrsulaFotografia]

I got one a few weeks ago, it is indeed a very good value for the money.

[@loadsmart158grainhp]

Dude , you are the best KZbinr, love your videos and humor

[@RMC50126]

Your videos are entertaining, informative, and funny as hell!! I’m new to this hobby and have watched your channel for radio reviews and laughs. Love the broken pencil tip as a pointer and all the production you put in!

[@stevetaylor8446]

At the rate of improvement we're seeing with radios and prices, it makes you wonder what other radios they have up their sleeves to up their game in the very near future. Very impressive radio for the price for sure...a very impressive time for two way radio. Yet another great video buddy, keep up the good work. 73's from 26KT001, Kent, England

[@danieladdison5731]

The picture behind you steals the show!! Another great episode.

[@Skynet-vg9fq]

I have one of dons Stormy sniff

[@Scrambler85]

​@@Skynet-vg9fqdo you have a picture of biden in the shower with Ashley 🤔

[@Lecon60]

My Apx4000 has all these programmed. I want this radio to pass out to The American Red Cross. I have funds to purchase many of these

[@jhr2112]

The picture behind only means he's white garbage as all Trump terrorists are.

[@ernestbeckley]

I found out the hard way. "Normal" mode gives you access to both HAM and GMRS frequencies. If you select HAM mode, GMRS frequencies are locked out...and vice versa. Actually a cool feature.

[@jlgrant]

Confirm. "Normal" mode is unlocked.

[@jlgrant]

Also, if you're using CHIRP, you will need to select the radio to match the mode you have it in. TD-H3 is Normal, TD-H3-HAM is HAM, TD-H3-GMRS is GMRS mode. If you try to read/write tot he radio with the wrong one selected, it shall not read nor write.

[@ianhardin1148]

Thank you for your entertaining, simple, and knowledgable reviews. I am a babe in the woods in re GMRS, etc and have relied on a binge of several of your videos since first hearing the term "GMRS" at an emergency preparedness event I went to yesterday.

[@marcspaz]

Hey! I bought this radio after watching this video. Fantastic! I can't believe all the features this radio has. Thanks for sharing!

[@NorthernMontanaHomestead]

You must be referring to those saweeeet roger beep options. 😂

[@petercarter9034]

Normal setting unlocks the radio, got mine in February and still very pleased with it, I like how you can use the app to download repeaters in your area the Bluetooth the info and settings to the radio

[@briannagorman3119]

Just used your link to purchase the radios. Thanks for your advice and valuable videos

[@gregsavernik3650]

So glad that you made this video Randy! Really appreciate the features help. Fantastic radio for the money like you said!

[@kirklunsford7530]

Thank you through my curiosity. I found your channel and my 2 new radios will be here in a month or so.

[@MGAC1701]

These are quite cool little radios. Thank you for covering them.

[@OPHIUCHUS...13]

Your cool man. I love your attitude especially when you are proving a point toward information. Great video again. 🎼

[@johnfish1194]

You spelled you're wrong.

[@badluckbart3424]

@johnfish1194 Is a SAD HAM.😊

[@CVObservatory]

I received my two pack three days ago and have been having a blast with them.

[@razor282]

Got 4 of these today in black, 2 green versions on the way! 😀 Got them for a SHTF scenario and family outings too. Super cool tiny radio!

[@2manyhobbies76]

I love mine. I have 3 and one is the super sexy crystal version. It has a very high CDI factor (Chicks Dig It) I also have an additional Tupac coming tomorrow. Great vid Randolfo.

[@Dankbudzz]

I got two orange and two green when they released bright colors work great for the woods lol

[@andrewrudlang2785]

I never thought I'd give up my trusty boomfengs, but somehow I already own six of these H3s...

[@NukaVaultReadiness]

Just got my pair about two weeks ago, really enjoy them!

[@BravoBassin]

Just ordered the 2 pack of amazon and man are they selling fast! thanks for another great video!

[@robertjones2146]

Love your videos! 2 things in the h3(had mine for a couple months now): "normal " mode is full unlock(so im told) If you leave it in dual watch, your PTT buttonS will allow for dual transmit. Channel a on the top button, channel b on the middle. Hope this helps someone!

[@brandonm6052]

Watched a video on the "ham" version posted by KG6 something or other channel this morning. Excited to hear more

[@mozee06]

Perfect timing, since I just received mine this afternoon!

[@marcspaz]

Great review! I am absolutely going to pick one up. If all goes well, I'll get a few of them to hand out on trail rides.

[@mark35mi]

You are in fact a righteous dude.

[@66skybluepony]

If you stare at the flashing lights of the HTs in the background long enough you begin decoding an alien signal from outer space…

[@Sw00per_actual]

Why do I love this guy? Always good for a laugh!

[@callhoonrepublican]

This is the 1st time buying a radio You featured. I've been looking foe something like a uv-5r ,and about as cheap, but with air band, because all of the air traffic in my area. this fits the bill and then some.

[@n9iui]

Another great video Randalfo. I followed your affiliate link and the Amazons are selling it now for $29.99 so I have one on the way!

[@Apocalypse_Cow]

29.99? I paid 70 for the pair 2 hours ago. Wtf?

[@marcadams67]

Loved the video but disappointed that you did not pull off the plastic sheeting from the screen as that is always the highlight for me! 😆

[@vitogriffin8902]

Maybe he can do it on a short so it can be watched on loop for hours

[@creepin9928]

When he abruptly ripped the screen protector off of the AR-152 in the last video. 😅

[@Therick305]

I believe it was intentional because he knows we were all waiting for it.

[@glennchamberlain5056]

I know. He teased at it a few times flipping the blue tab.

[@icebrakernh]

You your self can experience the gasm as you pull the plastic from the screen

[@Digital_Photog1995]

Thanks for the review! Keeping my current 905G’s I know we can never have enough GRMS radios. LOL similar to not having enough fire-ms or a-o.

[@rpq1968]

Awesome Ferris Buller reference and great wall picture. I am now a subscriber. Keep up the great work.

[@timbeaty854]

Given your recommendation on the UV-5R, I bought 4. I also followed another video on how to unlock the GMRS transmit on the radio. Given your somewhat erotic relationship with the UV-5R would you consider the TD-H3 a better radio for GMRS? Do you feel the same carnal attraction to the TD-H3 as the UV-5R?

[@rickgigliotti4070]

Thanks for telling us what hole to use

[@Huskrrrr]

I'm now having more fun with two Tiddies than I thought possible. Thanks, Randy!

[@bjones5791]

😂😂👊🎯

[@mathewringle8444]

Solid Bueller reference sir.

[@gordonmiles9995]

Screw the radio. I'd just enjoy having you as a neighbor

[@gregsmith1116]

My light holes have seen this before on another channel and I own it as a result and have been very pleased in both Ham and GMRS modes. I also have not installed alternate firmwares.

[@chrissewell1608]

Ya Can't use it for BOTH! Or your head will explode! 🤯 Then the Fed Boys will toss your dead carcas, under the jail!

[@KO4DKN]

Great video presentation. 😂 I enjoyed the humor. Keep up the good work.

[@thatonetimeatbandcamp]

Love the Ferris Buellers Day Off reference..

[@Lord602099]

Already ordered mine. You didn't orgasmicate to taking the plastic off of the screen...how anti-climasmic that was.oh, and that line about "baby xeno in his crib" KILLED me

[@tacalert1]

Thanks Randy for all the training videos. It helps. I felt guilty watching your videos for month I went a head and joined. Keep up the good no B.S. videos....

[@JimmyCornPop]

Best damn gmrs channel. Learned big watching these

[@rolfrobertson6404]

205k. Hell yeah, your a KZbin super star. Love your channel brother.

[@NickDoddTV]

Blue balling us with the blue tab.

[@TheNotaRubicon]

The kids refer to it as 'edging'... and, you love it.

[@zakcbell]

Dude, you're hilarious. Keep it up. I bought a pair... using the affiliate link.

[@richlovin2173]

Thanks very much for this option. It make big difference in the ease of use of this radio!!!

[@Ibuildit2817]

16:23 Priceless. I love the information on your page. I also love your wit!

[@miguelelizondojr8790]

Thought you had my cell for a second. The app choices are very similar to mine.

[@neilfellows1342]

I saw them too and the world will never be the same again. My innocence is gone.

[@CraigSotelo]

The picture in the background is amazing

[@davidalford7165]

Great review i just got this radio and loving it!!! Hey thanks for all you do on reviews funny and to the point !!! Keep it up. Would to see you review the Radtel RT-580G looks to be a good radio but it needs your stamp on it for me to get it. Thanks again

[@JimmyCornPop]

Received my fresh new TD-H3 today and was able to communicate with the gods on local mountain top gmrs repeater using proper DPL tone. I am highly impressed

[@hakes187]

Trust me it's worth a few bucks more to have Amazon on your side..I purchased an E-bike that had issues from day 3.5 and I tried the company first..it took Amazon to jump in to get it taken care of

[@anthonyp2003]

Yep. Ordered a 2-pack of UV5Rs and one was bad. No hassle return. Had the wife drop it off at Kohl’s and she only spent $342.76 at Sephora with the kid.

[@oldcoastie2637]

If Randy really loved us (his Favorite viewers) he would have kept this great radio a secret so it wouldn't be sold out. 🙂

[@thanley99]

In stock with a coupon on Amazon

[@m3troboy]

Once again your review is 100% on point. If only I could figure out how to turn on the fm radio.

[@billr8276]

Great humor, as usual. Well done.

[@davidyummus6259]

Just started the video & I am hoping to see you Sniff the Radio's

[@chrispataky]

Your TV in the background is the best !

[@ScorpioSin777]

Hey Randy, when you review a radio, can you please let us know if it is weather resistant and/or shock resistant as well? I would appreciate such knowledge as it is important to me for various reasons. Some reasons are 1) I am a Hoss(hard on stupid shit!)2) I, unlike most people, live in the real world outside most of the time.3) I am rather energetic and adventurous. Rain and obstacle courses excite me for some strange reason. 4) Due to the stated above reasons, I tend to destroy many things, especially radios not designed for rugged use and wet work. I hope you can appreciate my concerns. Thank you for your consideration. Take care and God bless you my righteous dude!

[@vitogriffin8902]

I can tell you this radio has no IP rating, and it's from titradio, so it's going to be on the low end as far as weather/shock resistance. It's heavier than others of it's size so it feels "tougher", but that's mostly just because it has a bigger battery

[@baileymoto]

Has absolutely terrible end of transmission squelch when using them on repeaters. I’ve tried every squelch setting without luck. Everyone seems to be complaining of the same thing.

[@RKingis]

Sql tail setting?

[@baileymoto]

@@RKingis It does nothing, at least for repeaters. Menu option 30 does work for simplex, however.

[@ishforeal]

Picked up a pair from the Amazons a few days ago, waiting patiently for their arrival. Used your referral link!

[@MsRandiCook]

Thank you for the review! ❤

[@erik_stein]

But what about the spurious emissions?!? 🤪

[@davidfenererer8774]

Save Ferris!!!!

[@SiChicken-jz8rj]

Love these videos..informative and very funny! Nice job.

[@njlawnmasters2312]

So it seems I may have gotten a good one by chance! Still trying to figure it all out. Unfortunately, I'm surrounded by mountains so I have yet to talk to anyone except my better half. Thanks for the in depth explanations, you've added to my learning!

[@MattDukes-oi9hx]

Send me one

[@billm2078]

Creeper Joe.

[@paulandrews171]

The Ferris reference. Excellent. You are a righteous dude.

[@timdietz350]

The unit I got seems to show right around 5W H power on GMRS and 2W L on the same Surecom meter. For folks with a 3D printer you can find free STLs of USB C dust plugs. For what it's worth I tested the TD-H3 scramble talking to my Baofeng UV17R Plus scramble modes 1/2/3 and messages were still scrambled each way.

[@RolsRoyce3]

The left wing mocking is one reason I watch your vids 😂❤

[@MattDukes-oi9hx]

I offend everyone

[@jggutierrez9]

Hi N.R.P. I thoroughly enjoyed your review! All the references to classic culture was nothing short of amazing! Keep up the great work! Anderson..Anderson...... Here!......Bueller....Bueller.....

[@patrickfoley6519]

I REALLY enjoy your videos. They are very informative. Could you start doing reviews and information on other parts for GMRS radios? Antennas, coax, connectors, power supplies, amplifiers etc. etc. Suggestions of quality parts and parts to stay away from.

[@stephenmontgomery9464]

Great video as always. Would like you to do a review of the Boofwang UV5RM or 5RM. good screen and feels sturdy..

[@ilikecars911]

Thanks for the info, sir. Just used your link to get mine. Hot damn! should be in my grubby paws soon.

[@xTinBenderX]

Thanks Randy! The 1 radio option sold out as advertised, so I had to buy the 2 PAC.

[@davidlabedz2046]

Great value at this price point! Made more interesting from the video review!😊

[@johnnydrac]

Well Well Well :) first it was the Baofeng Uv-5R you had me buy 3 of .. now i have placed an order for two of these. . Best Ham Radio channel on the intermoweb.. thank's for all your great content..

[@DessiLu14]

Saw the picture on the wall, instantly Subscribed 🤣🤣

[@jacquesb5248]

ha! first i did was use the link but not going to say what you said.so i'l have to wait for them. loved you honest review thanks man....also want two td's

[@JonHosford]

The Ferr is Bueler quote sold me!

[@lisocampos8080]

I got the green one. Its awesome. The signal stick antenna is perfect with it.

[@racerveza4904]

Great video. I bought a three-pack on your recommendation. So far, I'm very pleased. However, I've noticed three quirks: 1. The lock button is also the DTMF button. If you don't hold it long enough, the prompt screen for a DTMF code pops up, and the only ways I've found to get rid of it are to cycle the radio on and off, or to push the PTT button and transmit a tone. 2. In "sync" mode, which shows only a single band, the A/B button will not cycle between bands. 3. Also in "sync" mode, the second PTT button is still active and will transmit on the non-active band, but the display indicates that it's transmitting on the main (active) band. My radios have firmware version 231229.

[@RangerMateo]

The bottom SK button will get you out of the DTMF menu (Below the second PTT). If you notice in SYNC mode the display always shows you are transmitting on the frequency of the carrot too, not the one you are actually depressing (and actually transmitting on) The fact you can transmit on B freq and not hear it in SYNC OFF is bothersome. I sent those bugs into Tid and they are supposedly sending them to their firmware team. I would like the option to keep channel B active during SYNC OFF operation to use it as a guard channel. I would also like the option to remap PTT B to something else and have PTT A follow the carrot. Sent those in as well

[@rongibbs1778]

After listening to your channel, I brought 2 vu5g now, I guess I will go with your recommendation to buy 2 of these

[@aaronwilson1666]

The wall pictures you do, alone are worth tuning in. The stellar and phenomenal content and information is the Costco icing on the cake! Bravo Zulu sir!

[@ef2967]

Very nice hand work :D

[@kb5miqbigboy]

Another great video!! enjoy your stuff!!!!

[@DePalma.]

Thanks, great video…I always enjoy them:)

[@donnakano3697]

Good overall description. On my H3, Chirp has had a problem with the power level setting. The version I downloaded when I got my H3 required that the power level be set to M instead of H for “5W” output. The subsequent version of Chirp got worse in that there was no way to set H power. I corrected this using ODMaster. Otherwise, I love the H3 and will probably replace my H8 with a second H3.

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Thats a CHIRP problem, not an H3 problem.

[@robertdenigris7232]

Thank you for this Tid Bit of useful information.

[@paulkuhlman5010]

Do you have to wear any protective gear while using this radio?