This is a new video (Oct 2020) that I shot for you that looks at 3 specific hand held radios; the Baofeng and BTECH models, the Yaesu FT-70 and the Anytone 868.
I also show you a headset, better antenna and a few other accessories. The links are below the video. I forgot to mention a couple in the video such as the clamshell for AA batteries but the link is included.
Radios
- Baofeng BF-F8P (current model of the UV5R)
- BTECH UV5x3 (similar to the Baofeng but with 1.25m (222mhz)
Accessories
- BTECH QHM22 rainproof speaker mic
- BTECH USB Smart Charger USB cable for desktop chargers
- BaoFeng, BTECH BL-5L 3800mAh Li-ion Battery
- BTECH USB BT1013 BL-5L Power and Charging Transformer Cable – for the larger battery (eliminates need for desktop charger)
- BaoFeng BL-5 12V Battery Eliminator
- BTECH, BaoFeng BL-5 AA Battery Pack – takes AA batteries
- Signal Stuff antenna – SMA-F for Baofeng/BTECH
- Tenq Military Grade Tactical Throat Mic Headset/earpiece
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