BAOFENG UV-5R Upgraded Version 8W ham Radio
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About BAOFENG UV-5R Upgraded Version 8W ham Radio
Overall Feedback:
84% positive
81% were satisfied with the voice clarity
The sound is clear and the range is reasonable, even in mountain curve runs. It has not let me down yet.
81% were impressed with the range
I tested the CB two-way radio with an improved antenna and achieved a range of over 3 miles without any issues.
found it easy to use, whereas 18% struggled
It was a bit tricky to program the radio at first, but navigating the menus and programming in channels becomes very easy the more I do it.
I find it easy to program the radio with chirp by copying and pasting. Watching a video on how to do a factory reset first is suggested, which is easy, then anything within the radio's limits can be programmed.
I found the radio easy to learn and use, despite its simplistic layout and UI. It is surprisingly easy to program using the UI with a reasonable amount of patience.
Using the CB-two-way-radios is not easy, but there is plenty of information available online to help me get started.
81% found it durable
After much use, tiny flecks of rubber from the keys come off, but not so much that you can't see them. This indicates that the durability of the radio is good, with minor wear and tear.
83% liked the battery life, yet 17% faced issues
During our full-day overlanding trip, the battery lasted for a day and a half.
The battery that comes with the radio has a short life and will only last for an hour before going dead.
